New Jersey is experiencing frequent and intense impacts of the climate crisis with both increased flooding and heat. On August 5, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) proposed land use rules that will modernize regulations requiring that all new development and redevelopment improves resilience to climate change. “We need long-term solutions to address […]
In a first-of-its-kind collaboration in Somerset County, the Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum (SSAAM) and the Sourland Conservancy have partnered to shed light on the rich history of African Americans in the Sourland region. By transferring its co-ownership of the historic True Farmstead entirely to SSAAM, Sourland Conservancy restores an important cultural and ecological landmark […]
Jasna Polana Sold Princeton’s TPC Jasna Polana Golf Club has been sold, the real estate firm Cushman & Wakefield announced last month. The 222-acre property on Province Line Road includes an 18-hole golf course and clubhouse. Cushman & Wakefield’s Matt Davis, Andy Merin, Gary Gabriel, David Bernhaut, Ryan Dowd and Jean-Pierre Hohl represented the seller, […]
The Office of Mercer County Clerk Paula Sollami Covello offers a passport service event at the headquarters branch of the Mercer County Library on Thursday, July 25, from 2 to 6:30 p.m. They will be joined by staff from the offices of Congresspersons Andy Kim and Bonnie Watson Coleman. This event is directed to serve […]
Ware Malcomb, an international design firm with an office on Roszel Road in West Windsor, has completed construction on new office space for Amicus Therapeutics at 47 Hulfish Street in downtown Princeton. Ware Malcomb provided interior architecture and design services for the new office, which encompasses 27,200 square feet on the fourth and fifth floors […]
The Starbucks Foundation’s Neighborhood Grants program has awarded Womanspace a $2,000 grant. This grant award is thanks to a local Starbucks partner (employee) nomination who recognized the organization’s impactful work in the Mercer County area, focusing on providing critical services and support to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Through this unique program, The […]
The Mercer County Board of Elections is launching a summer campaign to recruit new Election Board Workers ahead of the November General Election, offering residents the opportunity to earn up to $300. Over the coming weeks, the Mercer County Board of Elections will be raising awareness of the opportunity for county residents to become Election […]
Changing of the Guard at Capital Harmony Works The board of the Trenton-based non-profit Capital Harmony Works, which operates the Trenton Children’s Chorus, Music for the Very Young, and Trenton Music Makers, sent the following note to supporter announcing the appointment of an interim executive director. We have some transition news that we would like […]
State Grants Aid Projects in Princeton and Trenton The administration of Governor Phil Murphy has announced $2 million in grants through the new Mobility and Transportation Innovation Pilot Program (MATIP) to fund two innovative projects serving Mercer County communities. Mercer County will receive a $1.9 million grant to expand its GoTrenton! service, and the municipality […]
The Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its annual Legacy of Leadership Awards, honoring individuals and organizations for specific contributions to the business community. A dinner celebrating the recipients will be held on December 5. The four award categories are Business Leader of the Year; Community Leader of the Year; Innovator […]