Mercer County News

NEWARK, N.J. – U.S. Attorney Alina Habba announced that her office, in coordination with the FBI, will actively investigate and prosecute any criminal activity related to the upcoming general election, …

RARITAN, NJ – Jack Ciattarelli will wrap up his campaign tonight with a final rally at John Basilone Memorial Park in Raritan, the same Somerset County town where his political …

SOMERVILLE, NJ – Jack Ciattarelli’s campaign celebration turned into a moment of deep emotion when his son, Jake, unexpectedly arrived home from military service in the Middle East. The Republican …

HIGHTSTOWN, N.J. – If the small town of Hightstown ever wanted to join in New Jersey’s growing success as part of the film industry’s shift to New Jersey, residents can …

TRENTON, NJ – A 17-year-old boy was killed and another teen injured during a violent disturbance involving a large crowd Friday night on East Hanover Street, authorities said. Police responded …

TRENTON, N.J. – Republican nominee Jack Ciattarelli is outlining an aggressive first-day agenda as he seeks to reclaim the New Jersey governor’s office for his party in the final days …

TRENTON, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy has declared a statewide State of Emergency effective at midnight, citing an imminent threat to food security after the Trump Administration suspended federal Supplemental …

SOMERVILLE, N.J. – Former New Jersey Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli delivered a sharp critique of his political rivals in a social media post Friday, accusing unnamed candidates of corruption, hypocrisy, and …

TRENTON, N.J. – As daylight saving time ends this Sunday, the New Jersey Division of Fire Safety is reminding residents to “change your clock, check your batteries” — a lifesaving …

Chipotle Mexican Grill is facing growing financial headwinds as investors react to a disappointing third-quarter earnings report that has sparked what analysts are calling the “Chipotle collapse.” The company’s shares …

Point Pleasant, NJ – Jack Ciattarelli walked onto the Fox News set in front of a roaring hometown crowd Thursday night, greeted by chants of his name and a wave …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Conservative advocacy group Turning Point Action will host its first-ever “Super Chase” event in New Jersey this weekend, featuring commentator Jack Posobiec as keynote speaker. The …

Washington, DC – Representative Mikie Sherrill and nearly every member of New Jersey’s Democratic congressional delegation voted Tuesday against a stopgap spending bill that would have reopened the federal government, …

Washington, DC – New Jersey Senators Cory Booker and Andy Kim joined most of their Democratic colleagues Tuesday in voting against a Republican-backed measure to reopen the federal government, extending …

Trenton, NJ – New Jersey could be seeing a Republican governor if the current trends continue and voters get out to cast their vote. A new Emerson College poll shows …

Newark, NJ – Morning rain turned New Jersey’s rush hour into a gridlocked mess Thursday as slick roads caused a string of crashes and heavy backups across several major highways. …

Newark, NJ – New Jersey is positioning itself at the forefront of America’s clean energy transformation, with leaders calling for massive investment in offshore wind as a key to the …

MOBILE, AL – Federal immigration authorities have issued a detainer for a Honduran national accused of driving under the influence in a crash that killed a teenage boy in Mobile …

TRENTON, NJ – State Senator Michael Testa (R-1) issued a sharp rebuke Wednesday over what he called the “Democrat Shutdown,” warning that the ongoing federal impasse threatens to disrupt food …

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood advisory for portions of New Jersey’s shoreline and nearby tidal communities, warning of minor flooding through Thursday …

TRENTON, N.J. – Wednesday’s morning rush hour brought typical congestion across major New Jersey highways, with long delays reported at Hudson River crossings and pockets of heavy volume on the …

TRENTON, N.J. – A leaked phone call allegedly exposing ballot-harvesting discussions in Passaic County has ignited a political uproar in New Jersey, prompting swift legislative action from Democratic lawmakers seeking …

LGBTQ-focused sessions featured at 2025 NJEA teachers convention ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – The New Jersey Education Association is highlighting LGBTQIA+ inclusion and advocacy as part of its upcoming 2025 teachers …

State board permanently revokes Bergen County physician’s license for illegal opioid distribution Trenton, NJ – The State Board of Medical Examiners has permanently revoked the medical license of Robert Delagente, …

Newark, NJ – Democratic New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill appeared caught off guard during a recent interview when pressed about reports suggesting she made millions from stock trades while …