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Elections/Immigration/Tree Maintenance: What Happened In Princeton Politics In 2016?

A look back at Princeton politics in 2016.

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Jenny Crumiller Expected To Be Named Princeton Council President: Report

Princeton's reorganization meeting is Jan. 4, 2017, 5 p.m. at the municipal building.

New York Times Columnist Discusses America Post-Election In Princeton

David Brooks said America needs to find a new way to talk about who we are, the Princeton Packet reports.

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Princeton University Seminar Examines Why Donald Trump Won And What Happens Next

Professors and a journalist tried to help 200 students make sense of the surprise election, according to nj.com.

Health Officer Jeff Grosser Named Princeton Deputy Administrator

Grosser will also serve as Health Officer until a replacement is found, according to the Princeton Packet.

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Organization Calls On Princeton University To Become 'Sanctuary Campus;' Faculty Supports Diversity

Over 300 faculty members had signed a statement opposing racism and discrimination, and hundreds of students participated in a walkout.

Princeton Officials Reiterate Commitment To Diversity Following 2016 Elections

Mayor Liz Lempert and members of council reiterated their message on Tuesday.

Princeton Community Discusses Reactions To Donald Trump's Election At Community Meeting

The meeting was Thursday night at the library.

Election Day 2016 Results: Who Won Local Elections In Princeton?

Check here to see who won local elections Tuesday night.

Separation Agreement Between Princeton, Former Animal Control Officer Finalized, Finally

There had been a dispute over whether Mark Johnson resigned or was fired over his mishandling of unused rabies vaccines.

St. Paul's Church Will Be Home For Princeton's WTC Beam, 9/11 Memorial

The 5-year debate over where to put the beam ended with council approving the legislation Monday night, according to the Princeton Packet.

Princeton Considers Exception To Tree Ordinance In Case Of Ash Trees

Residents wouldn't be required to get a permit to remove a tree infected with the Emerald Ash Borer, and wouldn't be required to replace it.

E-Cigarette Sellers In Princeton Must Be Licensed: Report

The license will cost $1,200, and the sellers must be registered with the health department.

Princeton Council Approves Change To Tree Ordinance

Princeton Council said the loss of trees to build new homes was the reason behind the revision.

Princeton Council Supports Proposal For Amended Tree Ordinance

A public hearing for the ordinance took place Monday night.

Getting a Handle on Immigration: New Jersey Advocates Weigh in on Removal System

Due to an increased number of removal proceedings, many removal cases wait 4 or 5 years to hit the courtroom.

Princeton Plans Information Session on Supreme Court Decisions Concerning Immigration Programs

The session will be held in the coming weeks.

Princeton Council Considering Stricter Rules on Cutting Down Trees

A stiffer fine is being considered for illegally cutting down trees, among other changes.

Elections 2016: Final Results in Princeton Primaries Following Provisional Ballot Count

Final results were posted Monday morning.

Princeton Council Approves $62 Million Budget

The budget was approved Monday night after a previous vote was postponed in an effort to make additional cuts.

Princeton Names New Municipal Engineer

Robert Kiser will retire in June after serving as engineer for 33 years.

Princeton's Witherspoon-Jackson Neighborhood Gets Historic Designation

Council approved the designation with a 5-0 vote Monday night.

Who Donated the Most to Republican Presidential Campaigns in Princeton?

Who has donated to the Republican candidates?

Who Donated the Most to Democratic Presidential Campaigns in Princeton?

Who donated to Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders?

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