Princeton Mayor To Participate In National Pedestrian Safety Program

Nine mayors from across the country will participate in the program. They will receive training and resources to keep communities safe.

Watson Coleman Calls For Judicial Reform Amid SCOTUS Ethics Scandal

Ex-Planned Parenthood Chief and former Biden Presidential Commission on SCOTUS joined Watson Coleman in calling for reform.

If Approved, Princeton Farmers' Market Could Return To Hinds Plaza

Municipal staff are working on an agreement to be brought to Council during the May 8 meeting, which will include parking details.

Council Adopts 2023 Budget With Tax Increase For Princeton Residents

The budget calls for $71.47 million in spending which is $1.27 million more than the previous year.

Preliminary Design Begins For Phase III Of Witherspoon Street Project

The final design is expected to be completed in September. Here’s what the proposed plan looks like:

The ‘Welcome To Princeton’ Sign May Undergo A Change. Here's Why

The sign uses the verbiage “Settled 1683” and does not acknowledge the Lenape who inhabited the land before European settlers, CRC said.

After Mercer Rally NJ Reverses Decision, Curaleaf Can Sell Cannabis

Last week officials said Curaleaf failed to give them proper notice that it was laying off 40 workers at its grow site in Bellmawr.

Princeton Mayor Joins Bipartisan Push For More Liquor Licenses In NJ

Gov. Phil Murphy unites 90 mayors to overhaul the state's liquor laws and phase out the cap on licenses.

Council Amends Budget, Lowers Tax Increase For Princeton Residents

The increase was lowered from 45 cents to 29 cents. A public hearing on the budget will be held on April 24.

Uncontested Primary Race In Princeton For 2023

The primary is scheduled for June 6.

This Is How Justice Should Work: Watson Coleman On Trump Indictment

In a statement, the Congresswoman said people knew from the beginning that Trump lacked competence and civility to lead the nation.

Princeton Shows Support For NJ's Liquor License Reform

Council passed a resolution supporting liquor license reform in the state, saying NJ & Princeton should be leaders in reform initiatives.

Princeton Begins Relaunch Of Seminary Redevelopment Process

The community roundtable held on March 18 gave residents the opportunity to learn more about the redevelopment process and ask questions.

Princeton Approves $50K For PR Firm To Redesign, Manage Newsletter

Councilmembers debated whether the price tag was too high for a weekly newsletter.

Princeton Council Votes To Introduce $72.47M Budget For 2023

The budget presentation was made by Municipal Administrator Bernie Hvozdovic and CFO Sandy Webb. A public hearing will be held April 10.

Watson Coleman Thanks Hughes, Backs Benson For Mercer Co. Executive

Hughes announced his retirement Wednesday evening, saying he would not seek another term as County Executive.

Mercer Co. Executive Brian Hughes Announces Retirement, Backs Benson

The announcement comes days after Hughes lost the Mercer Co. Democratic line to Dan Benson.

Will Princeton Declare This Site As Area in Need of Rehabilitation?

The Planning Board debated whether the Textile Research Institute site should be declared Area in Need of Rehabilitation.

Benson Wins Mercer Co. Democratic Line Over 5-Time Incumbent

Dan Benson received 77 percent vote on Sunday, over the five-time incumbent Brian M Hughes.

Princeton Approves Ordinance To Acquire Land For Affordable Housing

The ordinance will pave the way for Princeton to acquire lots in Block 21.04 on Franklin Avenue.

Council Votes To Acquire Over 34 Acres Of Open Space In Princeton

The property will be used for passive recreation and conservation purposes.

Ordinance Seeks To Acquire Land For Affordable Housing In Princeton

The price of the property on Franklin Avenue has been set at $1,720,000.

Planning Board To Review New Project Concept On Nassau St. Princeton

RB Homes has proposed to build a mixed-use building at 344 Nassau Street.

Princeton To Continue Off-Leash Dog Program At Quarry Park

The 90-day pilot program which ends on Jan. 30 has now been extended.

Mercer Co. Commissioners Vote For Audit After Comptroller Report

Chair Lucylle R.S. Walter said the Board and the County administration believe that an audit of fiscal practices should be done.

Delivery Of New Trash Carts Delayed In Princeton

The delay is due to manufacturing issues, officials said.

New Affordable Housing Overlay Zone Established In Princeton

While the ordinance was met with praise from residents, some expressed concern about the possible displacement of the low-income population.

Officials Call For Audit, Review In Mercer After Comptroller Report

Mercer County paid nearly $4.5 million in tax penalties, a report from the Office of the State Comptroller said Tuesday.

Council Passes Ordinance Limiting Speed On Princeton's Witherspoon St.

The ordinance establishes a 20-mph speed limit for the entire length of Witherspoon Street and John Street.

Mercer Hospital Gets Federal Funds For Violence Intervention Program

Capital Health System will receive $866,400 for the New Jersey Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Program.

Princeton Public Meeting To Discuss Environmental Resource Inventory

Princeton’s last Environmental Resource Inventory was done 13 years ago in 2010

Princeton Appoints Justin Lesko As Municipal Planning Director

Lesko had been serving as Acting Planning Director since May 2021.

Sadaf Jaffer Of NJ 16 Will Not Seek Reelection To State Assembly

Jaffer is one of the first three Asian American women and the first two Muslim Americans to serve in the New Jersey Legislature.

Ordinance Seeks To Limit Speed On Princeton’s Witherspoon, John Street

The ordinance seeks to amend municipality codes to establish a 20-mph speed limit for the entire length of John St. and Witherspoon St.

Reelected Members Sworn In, New Princeton Council President Elected

Councilmembers Leticia Fraga and David Cohen also announced they will be seeking reelection during Thursday's meeting.

Watson Coleman Urges Republicans To Include CROWN Act In Omnibus

Senate Republicans blocked the passage of the CROWN Act on Wednesday. The bill bans discrimination against people because of their hair.

Senate Republicans Block Watson Coleman’s Hair Discrimination Bill

“Our fight is far from over,” said Watson Coleman (NJ-12), after the Senate failed to pass the CROWN Act.

Zoning Board To Review 10-Unit Apartment Proposal In Princeton

The developer plans to demolish a two-family home and construct an apartment building on Vandeventer.

Join A Board, Committee Or Commission In Princeton. Here’s How

All applicants must be residents of Princeton and should be willing to attend scheduled meetings.

Merging Of Zoning Maps To Be Discussed By Princeton Planning Board

The new map will show the recent zone changes and will not impact the Princeton Community Master Plan, according to an official memo.