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Trenton Ironhawks Unveil Jerseys Ahead of Inaugural Season; Single-Game Tickets Now on Sale
Trenton’s newest professional sports team, the Trenton Ironhawks officially unveiled their home and away uniforms for their upcoming inaugural season.
09/16/2026 4:00 PM
Mercer County Launches Visit Mercer Tourism Website
Mercer County has launched Visit Mercer, a new tourism website designed to connect residents and visitors with restaurants, attractions, events, parks, historic sites and experiences throughout Mercer County.
09/14/2026 5:00 PM
Got Bug? Got Life! Learn More at Mercer County Master Gardeners Insect Fest, September 19th
Rutgers Master Gardeners of Mercer County will sponsor the 22nd Annual Insect Festival on Saturday, September 19, at Mercer Educational Gardens, 431A Federal City Road, Hopewell Township.
09/12/2026 10:00 AM
Senior Artists to Showcase Excellence at 60th NJ Senior Citizen Art Show
The 60th Annual New Jersey Senior Citizen Art Show will open on Monday, September 28, 2026, at Meadow Lakes Senior Living and will remain open to the public through Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
09/08/2026 2:30 PM
Mercer County Executive Dan Benson Announces New Leadership Team for Trenton-Mercer Airport
Mercer County Executive Dan Benson today announced a new leadership team for Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN), naming Michael Caires as Airport Director and Matt Parker as Deputy Airport Director, effective September 1, 2026.
09/04/2026 9:00 AM
Governor Sherrill & County Executive Benson Welcome Jersey-Born Hockey Players to Contract-Signing with Ironhawks at NJ Statehouse
Trenton’s newest professional hockey team, The Trenton Ironhawks, of the ECHL, joined New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill on the steps at the New Jersey State House to announce the signings of five Jersey-born hockey players who are the team’s first five signings in franchise history.
09/03/2026 5:00 PM
Mercer County Receives $400,000 Grant to Provide Health Screenings and Vaccinations to Rural Residents
The Mercer County Division of Public Health has received a $400,000 Rural Health Transformation grant to modernize rural health care and expand access to preventive services.
08/12/2026 2:00 PM
Mercer County Awards Grants to Businesses Impacted by Clarksville Bridge Closure
County Executive Dan Benson announced that Mercer County has awarded grants to fourteen small businesses impacted by the state’s closure and reconstruction of the Clarksville Road (CR 638) Bridge in West Windsor Township.
07/29/2026 6:00 PM
Mercer County Awarded $80,000 State Grant to Expand Accessibility Services
Mercer County has been awarded an $80,000 grant from the New Jersey Department of Human Services to expand accessibility services for residents who are deaf or hard of hearing, increasing access to County programs, public meetings, and community events.
07/27/2026 3:00 PM
BeOne Medicines Announces Planned $300 Million Expansion in Hopewell Township
The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board approved a Next New Jersey Manufacturing Program award for Hopewell-based BeOne Medicines US Manufacturing Co., Inc.
07/23/2026 4:00 PM
Salvation and Social Justice Awarded Youth Justice Grant
County Executive Dan Benson announced that Mercer County has awarded Salvation and Social Justice, a Trenton-based non-profit organization, a $500,000 annual grant for a 2-year Restorative Justice Hub pilot program to support at-risk youth in Mercer County with resources and mentorship.
07/20/2026 4:00 PM
Mercer County Invites Residents to Attend Happy Hour on the River
County Executive Dan Benson invited Mercer County residents and visitors to attend upcoming Happy Hour on the River gatherings at South Riverwalk Park in Trenton.
07/09/2026 5:00 PM
Mercer County Welcomes The World: Soccer Watch Party to Take Place July 11th
Mercer County invites residents and visitors alike to celebrate the world’s game at the Mercer County Welcomes the World Soccer Watch Party on Saturday, July 11th, from 3:00 to 11:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Festival Grounds in Mercer County Park, West Windsor.
07/06/2026 1:00 PM
Trenton Thunder, Mercer County & The Watershed Institute Continue RiverFest Partnership for Free Family Fun!
Your Trenton Thunder, presented by NJM Insurance Group, Mercer County, and The Watershed Institute proudly announce the return of Trenton RiverFest, coming this Fall, again combining RiverFest and Trenton River Days into one spectacular event!
07/01/2026 10:00 AM
Mercer County Moves Forward with Windsor Road Bridge Replacement in Robbinsville
Mercer County will begin work on the replacement of the Windsor Rd. Bridge in Robbinsville Township, which crosses a Tributary of the Assunpink Creek. The County Department of Engineering has issued notice for work to proceed beginning about July 20, 2026.
06/30/2026 1:36 PM
Mercer County Culture & Heritage now accepting 2027 Art and History Grant Applications
Mercer County and the Mercer County Cultural & Heritage Commission (MCC&HC) are now accepting applications for Fiscal Year 2027’s Local Arts Programs (LAP) Grant Program and History Re-Grant Program.
06/29/2026 8:00 PM
Mercer County Clerk’s Office Earns Perfect Score on its Passport Services for 5th Consecutive Year
Under the leadership of Mercer County Clerk Paula Sollami Covello, the Mercer County Clerk’s Office has once again earned a perfect score on its passport services, marking the fifth consecutive year for this outstanding achievement.
06/26/2026 9:35 AM
Mercer County Welcomes Breeze Airways to Trenton-Mercer Airport
Breeze Airways, the high-value, low-cost airline combining affordable fares and modern amenities for a Seriously Nice™ travel experience, today announced the addition of Trenton to the Breeze network with 4 new routes and fares starting from $59* one way.
06/25/2026 6:30 PM
NJMIHIA Rides Expands Services in Greater Trenton Area for Families and the Perinatal Workforce
The New Jersey Maternal and Infant Health Innovation Authority (NJMIHIA) today announced the early impacts and expansion of NJMIHIA Rides, powered by GOTrenton!.
06/23/2026 4:29 PM
Mercer County 4-H Encourgaes Public to Attend, Exhibit at 107th Annual 4-H Fair
Hopewell Twp, NJ – Mercer County Executive Dan Benson and Mercer County 4-H invite the public to showcase their creative talents and skills at this year’s Mercer County 4-H Fair! The event will be held July 25 & 26 at Howell Living History Farm.
06/23/2026 4:09 PM