Mercer County News

TRENTON, N.J. — A two-month investigation by the Mercer County Narcotics Task Force led to the arrest of a Brooklyn man and the seizure of $100,000 worth of cocaine, authorities …

HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Authorities are investigating a suspected murder-suicide after police discovered the bodies of two adults and a child inside a residence on Henry Street early Thursday morning. …

BRIDGETON, NJ — A Cumberland County jury found Bruce Duette, 45, of Trenton, guilty of first-degree murder Wednesday in the 2022 killing of fellow inmate Martin Sanchez at Bayside State …

NEWARK, N.J. – The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a sweeping federal lawsuit against four major New Jersey cities and their leaders, claiming their so-called “sanctuary” policies unlawfully obstruct …

TRENTON, NJ — A Mercer County couple uncovered a life-changing surprise after finding a forgotten Mega Millions ticket tucked away in a drawer for nearly five months — and it …

TRENTON, N.J. — A 23-year-old Trenton man has been arrested and charged in connection with a brutal sexual assault involving a woman who remains hospitalized, Mercer County Prosecutor Janetta D. …

ROBBINSVILLE, N.J. — A Maine man was taken into custody late Saturday night after allegedly running a red light, leading Robbinsville police on a vehicle pursuit, and later head-butting officers …

TRENTON, NJ — Four defendants have been sentenced for their involvement in events that led to the 2020 shooting of a New Jersey State Police detective during a violent confrontation …

New Jersey Joins Multi-State $39.1 Million Settlement with Apotex **TRENTON, NJ** – New Jersey is part of a coalition of 50 states and territories seeking preliminary approval for a $39.1 …

TRENTON, NJ — A 33-year-old Trenton man has been charged with murder in connection with the fatal shooting of another city resident earlier this month and was arrested out of …

BAYVILLE, NJ – A New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) lieutenant has been charged with stealing state-owned ammunition and reselling it for personal profit, netting hundreds of thousands of dollars …

TRENTON, N.J. — Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Thursday night in Trenton, leaving a 25-year-old man dead, according to Mercer County Prosecutor Janetta D. Marbrey. At approximately …

TRENTON, N.J. — A Mercer County jury has convicted a Trenton man of setting a 2021 fire in Hamilton Township that killed four people, including a nine-month-old baby, and seriously …

TRENTON, N.J. – Authorities announced Wednesday the arrest of a local pastor on serious charges stemming from the alleged sexual assault of a 16-year-old. Charles B. Brinson, 64, faces multiple …

PRINCETON, N.J. – A Princeton Borough man has been arrested and charged with murdering his younger brother, Mercer County Prosecutor Janetta D. Marbrey announced Sunday. Matthew Hertgen, 31, faces first-degree …

JACKSON, NJ — A brewing conflict between New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and the Trump administration is emerging over plans to use Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB MDL) as a detention …

TRENTON, N.J. — A state grand jury has declined to file criminal charges against an Elizabeth police officer in connection with a December 10, 2023, crash that killed two people, …

Harpoon Willy’s, a beloved name in the New Jersey dining scene, has officially expanded to Robbinsville, welcoming guests seven days a week for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Conveniently situated …

TRENTON, N.J. — A Mercer County jury has found a Trenton man guilty of aggravated assault and multiple weapons charges in connection with a 2022 shooting, prosecutors announced. Davion S. …

TRENTON, NJ — A state grand jury has decided not to bring criminal charges against members of the U.S. Marshals Service New York/New Jersey Regional Fugitive Task Force in the …

ROBBINSVILLE, N.J. — Jersey Shore Restaurant Group (JSRG) has announced the grand opening of a new Harpoon Willy’s location in Robbinsville, set for Monday, January 13, at 2360 State Highway …

TRENTON, N.J. — A lucky lottery player from Mercer County started the new year with a $1 million prize after matching five white balls in the Mega Millions drawing on …

TRENTON, N.J. — The Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market is set to kick off its annual “Wreck the Halls” event Friday at the Cure Insurance Arena, promising three days of …

JACKSON, NJ — Is a future Aaron Judge or Derek Jeter living right here in Jackson? Only time will tell. Out of more than 46,000 participants across the country, 10-year-old …

TRENTON, N.J. — A 19-year-old Trenton man has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a 17-year-old resident, authorities announced. Keisan Simmons was taken into custody on Monday, …