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Mercer County & Rider Announce Agreement to Support University Through Land Purchase
County Executive Benson, the Board of Commissioners, and Rider University President Loyack announced that the County and the University had reached a landmark agreement that will strengthen the University while preserving ecologically and historically significant lands.
03/06/2026 7:00 PM
County Executive Dan Benson Announces 14th Annual Mercer County Cultural Festival, Invites Vendors to Apply
Mercer County Executive Dan Benson announced that the 14th Annual Mercer County Cultural Festival & Food Truck Rally will be held on Saturday, June 6th, at Mercer County Park in West Windsor.
02/27/2026 12:00 PM
Howell Living History Farm Announces Expansion on Valley Road
Mercer County Executive Dan Benson announced the expansion of Howell Living History Farm through the purchase of a 6-acre property on Valley Road.
02/12/2026 4:30 PM
Mercer County Announces 2026 Women of Achievement Reception on March 18
The Mercer County Commission on the Status of Women announced its 2026 Woman of Achievement and Young Woman of Achievement awardees, to be honored at a reception on March 18, 2026.
02/09/2026 9:30 AM
Mercer County’s Tulpehaking Nature Camp Offers Outdoor Adventures on the Abbott Marshlands
Calling all young explorers and creators! Tulpehaking Nature Camp invites young people ages 7-12 to a week of adventure and excitement.
02/06/2026 4:30 PM
Mercer County’s Aquatic Adventure Camp Offers a Summer Escape for Kids & Teens
Local tweens & teens can enjoy a week of exploration and discovery at Mercer County’s Aquatic Adventure Camp at Mercer County Park in West Windsor.
02/06/2026 1:30 PM
Trenton’s New Professional Ice Hockey Team is The Trenton Ironhawks After Name-The-Team Contest
After a two-month, name-the-team contest with more than 2,000 entries, the Trenton professional ECHL ice hockey team will be named the Trenton Ironhawks. The team begins ECHL play during the 2026-27 season at CURE Insurance Arena in Trenton, NJ.
01/13/2026 2:30 PM
Mercer County Launches New Trail Grant to Promote Outdoor Recreation
County Executive Dan Benson announced a new Trail Grant program that will support municipalities and nonprofits in planning, designing, constructing, and rehabilitating public trails across Mercer County.
01/12/2026 4:30 PM
Commissioner Board Reorganizes for 2026
TRENTON – On Thursday, January 8, the Mercer County Board of County Commissioners-ushered in 2026 by holding its annual Reorganization Meeting and selecting leadership for the year ahead.
01/12/2026 11:15 AM
Mercer County Reaffirms Commitment to Fighting Against Food Insecurity in New year
As Mercer County enters 2026, County Executive Dan Benson reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fighting against hunger.
01/07/2026 2:00 PM
Annual Mercer County Teen Arts Festival to Return in May 2026
On May 8, 2026, hundreds of young artists and performers will have the opportunity to experience the Mercer County Teen Arts Festival.
12/30/2025 12:00 PM
Mercer County Launches Website Highlighting Ways to Explore Revolutionary History During Nation’s 250th
Mercer County Executive Dan Benson announced the launch of Mercer 250, a website which highlights Mercer County’s critical role in the American Revolution, and provides visitors with a comprehensive guide to historical sites and events.
12/22/2025 4:00 PM
Mercer County Opens Bi-County Bridge Carrying Millstone Rd / Grover’s Mill Rd Over Millstone River
On Monday, December 15, Mercer County opened a newly constructed bridge over the Millstone River, reconnecting Millstone Rd. in West Windsor Township to Grover’s Mill Rd. in Middlesex County’s Plainsboro Township.
12/18/2025 12:00 PM