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Committee Advances Connors-Rumpf-Gove Bill To Create Fund for Volunteer Fire Companies

Press ReleaseDecember 1, 20230210 views

The Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee voted to advance legislation today sponsored by Sen. Christopher Connors, Asm. Brian Rumpf, and Asw. DiAnne Gove that would support the financial needs of volunteer fire companies.

Pennacchio Bill to Credit Students for Completing Fire Academy Courses Clears Committee

Press ReleaseDecember 1, 20230221 views

Sen. Joe Pennacchio’s bill that would provide course credits for high school students who become volunteer firefighters was approved by the Senate Education Committee.

Lead Inspectors for City of Trenton Admit Receiving Illegal Overtime Payments

Indira PatelNovember 28, 20230378 views

TRENTON, N.J. – A Mercer County, New Jersey, man and a Bucks County, Pennsylvania, man today admitted participating in a conspiracy to obtain overtime payments from the city of Trenton…

Trenton Police Investigating Deadly Early Morning Shooting

Charlie DwyerNovember 24, 202302.4K views

TRENTON, NJ — A homicide investigation is underway following a fatal shooting in Trenton this morning. The Mercer County Homicide Task Force, in collaboration with the Trenton Police Department, is…

Trenton Man Convicted in 2021 Shooting Death

Leo CanegaNovember 18, 20230591 views

TRENTON, NJ – Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri reported the conviction of Blake Pittman, a 32-year-old Trenton man, for the murder of Pablo Herrera Chun, aged 53, on July…

Trenton Teenager Arrested for DUI on State Highway

Charlie DwyerNovember 7, 20230512 views

TRENTON, NJ – The Trenton Police Department reported the detention of a young resident for driving-related offenses on Sunday morning. That day, Patrolman Alfredo Flores conducted a vehicular stop on…

O’Scanlon, Scharfenberger & Flynn to Governor Murphy On Offshore Wind – ‘We Told You So.’

Press ReleaseNovember 1, 20230221 views

Sen. Declan O’Scanlon, Asw. Victoria Flynn and Asm. Gerry Scharfenberger released a statement regarding news that the offshore wind energy dealings between Ørsted and New Jersey are seemingly collapsing.

ICYMI: Testa Statement on Ørsted Withdrawing from Offshore Wind Project

Press ReleaseNovember 1, 20230258 views

In response to Ørsted’s announcement that it is withdrawing from New Jersey’s offshore wind project, Senator Michael Testa issued the following statement.

Statement by Senate Minority Leader Bucco on Orsted Withdrawing From Offshore Wind Project

Press ReleaseNovember 1, 20230224 views

Sen. Anthony M. Bucco issued the following statement in response to Orsted announcing that they are withdrawing from New Jersey’s offshore wind project.

Singer to be Honored with “Legislative Champion Award” by NJ Commission on Cancer Research

Press ReleaseNovember 1, 20230208 views

Sen. Robert Singer will be honored with the “Legislative Champion Award” by the New Jersey Commission on Cancer Research (NJCCR) on November 15.

District 10 Legislators: Murphy Should Unequivocally Support Lowering the Cost of Tolls

Press ReleaseNovember 1, 20230223 views

District 10 Legislators issued the following joint statement after Gov. Murphy announced that he was vetoing the New Jersey Turnpike Authority’s proposed toll increases.

10th District Legislators Blast Murphy Over Regressive Toll Tax Increases

Press ReleaseNovember 1, 20230196 views

Legislators from the 10th District blasted the Murphy administration after the New Jersey Turnpike Authority approved a $2.6 billion budget that calls for a 3% toll tax increase.

Bucco & O’Scanlon Slam Murphy For Avoiding Real Issues Like the Affordability Crisis

Press ReleaseNovember 1, 20230188 views

Sen. Anthony M. Bucco and Sen. Declan O’Scanlon slammed Governor Murphy for avoiding real issues like the affordability crisis in New Jersey after a new report ranked New Jersey as the worst state on the 2024 State Business Tax Climate Index.

Corrado: Problems With Bail Reform Need to Be Addressed to Protect New Jerseyans and Retain Law Enforcement Personnel

Press ReleaseNovember 1, 20230316 views

Sen. Kristin Corrado encouraged lawmakers to return to Trenton to address critical flaws in New Jersey bail reform that are putting Law Enforcement Officers and New Jerseyans’ lives at risk.

O’Scanlon Calls on New Jersey Local Finance Board to Enforce Laws Against Unconscionable Jersey City “Boat Checks”

Press ReleaseNovember 1, 20230348 views

Sen. Declan O’Scanlon sent a letter to the New Jersey Local Finance Board calling on members to enforce laws against the unlawful waste of taxpayer dollars on boat checks.

Testa Urges State to Stop Jersey City’s Risky Deficit Scheme

Press ReleaseNovember 1, 20230281 views

Sen. Michael Testa sent a letter to the New Jersey Local Finance Board requesting that they soundly reject Jersey City’s proposal to issue $182 million of debt.

Bridgeton Township Man Arrested for Stabbing Death in Trenton

Leo CanegaOctober 27, 20230397 views

MERCER COUNTY, NJ – An investigation led by the Mercer County Homicide Task Force and the Trenton Police Department has culminated in the arrest of James B. Draper, a 46-year-old…

Trenton Police to Host 9th Annual Trunk or Treat Event Tomorrow

Charlie DwyerOctober 25, 202301.8K views

TRENTON, NJ — The Trenton Police Department announces its 9th annual Trunk or Treat event, scheduled for tomorrow at the Trenton Police Headquarters starting at 6 p.m. Attendees are reminded…

In Cross-Town Rivalry, Trenton Seals Victory Over Ewing with Strong Fourth Quarter

Phil StiltonOctober 21, 20230262 views

TRENTON, NJ — A dominant fourth quarter helped Trenton defeat Ewing 28-13 in Friday night’s WJFL high school football matchup. Both teams came into the game with struggling records; Ewing…

DOJ Opens Pattern or Practice Investigation into the City of Trenton and the Trenton Police Department

Indira PatelOctober 18, 20230227 views

Feds Investigating Trenton Police Department for Systemic Civil Rights Violations

Charlie DwyerOctober 17, 202301.6K views

TRENTON, NJ – The U.S. Justice Department announced today it has initiated a civil pattern or practice investigation into the Trenton Police Department (TPD) in New Jersey. The investigation aims…

U.S. Attorney’s Office and Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division Announce Investigation of City of Trenton and Trenton Police Department

Indira PatelOctober 17, 20230346 views

TRENTON, N.J. – U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger for the District of New Jersey and Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke for the Civil Rights Division announced today that the Justice…

Justice Department and U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey Announce Investigation of the City of Trenton and the Trenton Police Department

Indira PatelOctober 17, 20230282 views

Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke for the Civil Rights Division and U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger for the District of New Jersey announced today that the Justice Department has opened…

Cocaine and Handguns Seized in Trenton Drug Bust

Leo CanegaOctober 17, 20230403 views

MERCER COUNTY, NJ – A comprehensive three-month investigation led by the Mercer County Narcotics Task Force culminated in the arrest of Juan Rivera, 34, of Trenton. The arrest took place…

Trenton Police Arrests Suspect for Weapons Charges After Gunshot Warning System Alert

Charlie DwyerOctober 17, 20230300 views

TRENTON, N.J. – On October 11, members of the Mercer County Shooting Response Team arrested Jose Arnaldo Quijada, 30, for weapons-related offenses. The arrest followed an extensive investigation into several…