Council Meeting, Road Closures: This Week In Princeton

Here's what to expect this week in Princeton:

No Cannabis Retail In Princeton For Now, Council Decides

Council decided not to move forward with the ordinance for retail cannabis sales, due to the disturbing & divisive nature of discussions.

Gas Leaf Blower Ban, Cannabis Meeting: Princeton This Week

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Rental Apartments Near Princeton Shopping Center Approved

The project will help Princeton to meet its affordable housing obligation

2022 Primary Election: Who's On The Ballot, Where To Vote In Mercer Co

The Republican and Democratic primaries are on June 7. Here is who's running and what you need to know about voting in the primaries.

'Bans Off Our Bodies': Rally For Abortion Rights In Princeton Saturday

As the Supreme Court mulls over possibly overturning Roe v. Wade, Planned Parenthood Action Fund of NJ is planning a rally in Princeton.

New Rental Apartments Proposed Near Princeton Shopping Center

Terhune Development Urban Renewal LLC is seeking to build 125 apartments on a 5.9-acre lot bordering Princeton Shopping Center.

NJ City Worker’s Underwear Massage Video Prompts Probe

The video was taken during working hours and was filmed in front of coworkers, a city councilwoman told NJ.com.

Princeton Council Discusses ‘Payment In Lieu Of Parking’ Program

Council discussed whether the program will act as an effective parking solution for Princeton.

Princeton Chamber Street To Be One-Way For Graduate Hotel Construction

Although “not pleased,” council members said they were "resigned” to the decision due to safety concerns.

Pirone Lambros, Sacks Running For Reelection To Princeton Council

Councilwomen Michelle Pirone Lambros and Mia Sacks are running for another term.

Princeton Council Considers Prospect Ave. Historic District Proposal

The current proposal includes current and former eating clubs, residences, and the Ferris Thompson wall and gate.

Rosedale Road Meeting, Planning Board: This Week In Princeton

A public meeting with county and municipality officials, planning board and more. See what's happening in Princeton this week:

No Space For Bike Lane On Princeton’s Witherspoon St: Municipal Staff

Municipal staff were of the view that a bicycle lane on Witherspoon Street would not be safe due to limited space.

‘Prevention First’ Board Of Health Tells Princeton Council On Cannabis

The BOH prepared a detailed document and draft resolution explaining what needs to be done ahead of sanctioning cannabis retail in town.

Council Meeting In Princeton Monday: What To Expect

The municipal budget and Witherspoon Street phase 2 design concept are on the agenda for this Monday's council meeting.

Watson Coleman ‘Overjoyed’ As Senate Confirms Ketanji Brown Jackson

"I am thrilled for America," Watson Coleman said. Jackson made history as the first Black woman to serve on the country’s highest court.

Princeton Council, County To Host Meeting On Rosedale Road Improvement

The municipality along with Mercer County will hold a public information session on April 19 at Johnson Park elementary school.

No Green Light Yet For Princeton's Witherspoon Street Phase 2 Design

Council decided to take some time to study both concepts before approval. Construction contacts need to be awarded by Nov. 19.

Special Meeting On Cannabis In Princeton Tuesday

The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. After all the presentations are done, the floor will open for public comment.

Princeton Planning Board, Developer Sued Over Humbert St. Project

Three property owners want the planning board to overturn approval given to Simplify Living, Inc. for the three townhouses.

House Passes NJ Bill Banning Race-Based Hair Discrimination

The CROWN Act, sponsored by Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12), passed 235-189 along party lines. NJ Republicans voted against the bill.

Graduate Hotel Wants Princeton's Chamber Street To Be One-Way

The developers cited safety concerns during construction, but Council was not pleased with the latest request.

Mercer County Projects To Get A Piece Of $178M From Federal Bill

In Mercer County, federal money will be used for education, healthcare, wildlife habitat, flood resilience and more.

Princeton’s Board Of Health Weighs In On Cannabis Retail Debate

The BOH workgroup came up with a 12-page report of the health impacts of cannabis with a resolution to defer licensing for retail.

Watson Coleman Resolution To Help Kids Who Lost Parents To COVID

The resolution calls on the Federal Government to identify services and resources to assist children who lost caregivers to COVID-19.

Apartments On Tulane St. Approved By Princeton Planning Board

Of the 14 residential units, three will be set aside for low, very-low and moderate-income families.

Princeton's Permit Parking Task Force Drops Another Neighborhood

The Task Force dropped its idea to have limited paid employee parking in the Murray Place-Princeton Avenue area.

Municipality Of Princeton: Tree Of The Month - Eastern Redbud

Eastern Redbud is a deciduous, ornamental tree in the Fabaceae or pea family. It is native to eastern North America and may grow up to 2 ...

Princeton Council Approves Special Improvement Dist. Ordinance

The SID will be a non-profit entity. This will enable the Township to seek grants and other sources of funding.

Mercer County Goverment: Q & A With Commissioner Kristin L. McLaughlin

See the latest announcement from the Mercer County Government.

NJ Hair Discrimination Bill Blocked By House Republicans

House Republicans, including two from NJ, blocked the passage of the CROWN Act, sponsored by Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman.

NJ Issues New Police Guidance At Polling Locations

Under the updated guidance, plainclothes or uniformed police need to keep a distance of at least 100 feet from polling stations, drop boxes.

Public Hearing On Princeton's Special Improvement District Monday

​The ordinance was introduced on Jan. 24. The SID will bring the public and private sectors together to help with economic revitalization.

Will Give Humanitarian Aid To Ukraine: Rep. Watson Coleman Of NJ

"We must be prepared to offer aid to those displaced by the conflict,” Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman said.

Bishop Of Trenton On Ukraine-Russia: ‘Pray For Peace In Region'

Rev. David M. O'Connell called on worshippers to pray for the "protection of our Ukrainian sisters and brothers there."

What’s On The Agenda For Princeton’s Zoning Board Wednesday?

The Board is expected to look at six resolutions and four applications.

Handicapped Parking Ordinance: Princeton To Take Another Look

Council asked the ordinance to be reintroduced with a more detailed and specific set of criteria.

Residents Call For Safety Measures On Princeton's Rosedale Road

On Monday, residents once again called on the Council to take steps to improve pedestrian safety on Rosedale Road.

Council To Discuss Princeton's Witherspoon Street Design Monday

Council will be meeting on Monday at 7 p.m. to discuss phase 2 of the Witherspoon Street Improvement Project.