Federal actions threaten New Jersey whales, sea turtles, and much more

BY ALISON MITCHELL New Jersey Conservation Foundation New Jersey has been a leader in protecting the species and ecosystems that make our state unique. But we can’t escape the toll that...

Gov. Sherrill targets ‘big tech’ with new law aimed at kids’ social media use

BY NIKITA BIRYUKOV New Jersey Monitor Social media platforms will face a bevy of new restrictions in New Jersey...

Shooting stars of summer

Gazing up at the night sky, a brilliant streak of light – a shooting star! – whizzes past...

NJ GOP sees momentum for voter ID law after governor’s comments in favor

BY SOPHIE NIETO-MUNOZ New Jersey Monitor Republican lawmakers say they’re hopeful the governor’s new comments expressing support for voter ID...

American Revolution: A village in the gathering storm

A word from the journeyman scribe: This is the second of three planned installments examining the Revolutionary history...

Massive AI data center raises regional concerns

Correction: An earlier version of this article quoted Bordentown resident Katie Ireland who said she had helped stop a proposed data center in Hamilton....

Mixed-use center proposed for Allentown’s South Main St.

A longtime Allentown resident is proposing a mixed-use development behind the historic John Imlay Mansion that would bring new shops, food businesses, a brewery,...

Town Matters: Mercer County seeking election workers

Town Matters is a monthly guide to local opportunities, programs and community needs throughout the region, from school and recreation sign-ups to volunteer roles,...

Service is the specialty at Allentown Wine & Liquors

For Nitesh Patel, running Allentown Wine & Liquors is about more than keeping the shelves stocked. It is about knowing his products, listening to...

Robert Peppler leaves a lasting legacy in Allentown

Robert B. Peppler Sr., a retired funeral director and former Allentown councilman, died July 7. He was 87. According to his obituary, Peppler spent most...

A creeping problem for New Jersey waterways

BY ALISON MITCHELL New Jersey Conservation Foundation Beneath the surface, the ecosystems of New Jersey’s waterways are changing in ways often unseen. Aquatic invasive species – plants...

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