Every year, the NJ Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Commission, a subdivision of the NJ Department of State led by Secretary of State Tahesha Way, hosts a commemorative event the day before Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service (MLK Jr. Day). Typically held in-person at the State Museum, the event provides hundreds of youths…
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A Doctor’s Insights on Getting Vaccinated
On Thursday, January 14, 2021, Dr. Rachael Evans, Chief Medical Officer at Henry J. Austin Health Center, shared thoughts about the pandemic with Barrett Young, Chief Executive Officer of The Mission, as Theresa Ross Kennebrew, LPN administered the Moderna vaccine to him. Young was among the first individuals at The Mission to receive the vaccine,…
Comcast Launches WiFi-Connected “Lift Zones” in Trenton to Assist Low Income Students
Comcast, which recently opened four WiFi-connected Lift Zones at the Catholic Youth Organization of Mercer County and Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County facilities in Trenton and Lawrenceville, is providing strong WiFi coverage at these safe spaces to help up to 300 low-income students get online each day, participate in distance education, and engage…
Trentoniana Photo Series: Flood of 1903
In October of 1903, the majority of the East Coast was submerged underwater after one of the most destructive tropical storms touched ground. For five straight days, towns adjacent to the Delaware River valley became an aquatic dystopia. Trenton, NJ – Flood of 1903 on South Warren Street north from Bridge Street. Photo courtesy of…
Mayor Gusciora Announces Second Youth Advisory Council to Start Spring 2021
On Wednesday, January 13, 2020, Mayor W. Reed Gusciora announced the launch of his second Youth Advisory Council to work with middle and high school students from all four Trenton wards on various initiatives throughout the year. The Council is designed to encourage civic engagement among young people, expose youth to day-to-day municipal government…