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City of Trenton Unveils Newly Renovated Playground at Franklin Park
The City of Trenton is proud to announce the official unveiling of the newly renovated playground at Franklin Park. Originally installed in the 1990s, the space has been transformed into Trenton's first completely inclusive park.
City of Trenton Celebrates Record-Breaking 2026 National Night Out
On Tuesday, August 4, 2026, the City of Trenton celebrated National Night Out, again resulting in a record-breaking celebration. This tradition brings neighbors together with food, music, games, and a shared focus on building stronger, safer communities
City of Trenton Celebrates Successful "Cool Summer in the Capital City" Season
The City of Trenton’s Department of Recreation, Natural Resources & Culture is celebrating the completion of its 2026 “Cool Summer in the Capital City” season, a citywide summer operation that brought free and affordable recreation, youth...
City of Trenton Celebrates Successful "Cool Summer in the Capital City" Season
The City of Trenton’s Department of Recreation, Natural Resources & Culture is celebrating the completion of its 2026 “Cool Summer in the Capital City” season, a citywide summer operation that brought free and affordable recreation, youth...
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Published September 12New Jersey among states reaching settlement over AmeriCorps funding cuts
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport, as part of a coalition of 23 attorneys general and two governors, has reached a settlement resolving a 2025 lawsuit over …
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Published September 11Low-flying planes seeding 3,000 acres of farmland in Warren, Hunterdon and Mercer counties
NEW JERSEY – Low-flying planes began seeding about 3,000 acres of farmland across northern and central New Jersey on Thursday as part of an annual effort to protect and improve …
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Published September 08Gov. Sherrill addresses misconduct reports as Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell remains under investigation
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Mikie Sherrill said reports of inappropriate behavior or misconduct must be taken seriously and fully examined, issuing a statement as Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell remains the …
Trenton Ironhawks Hockey Team Signs First Five New Jersey-born Players
Today, Trenton’s newest professional hockey team, the Ironhawks, officially held the first five signings in franchise history- adding five Jersey-born hockey players to the team’s growing roster.