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Beth Healey, professor and political activist, dies at 83 Elizabeth “Beth” Healey, 83, of Princeton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 6, at the Merwick Care and Rehabilitation Center in Plainsboro. Born in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1942, Beth grew up in Wellesley, Massachusetts. After graduating from Wellesley High School and Wellesley College, she joined the Peace Corps and was assigned to Turkey, where she taught English and met her future husband, James “Jim” Healey.

Beth Healey, professor and political activist, dies at 83

Elizabeth “Beth” Healey, 83, of Princeton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 6, at the Merwick Care and Rehabilitation Center in Plainsboro. Born in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1942, Beth grew up in Wellesley, Massachusetts. After…

Longtime Princeton resident denied bond in immigration case as Trump policy blocks release A judge denied release to Princeton resident Jose Lopez because of a ruling upholding the Trump administration policy that denies bond hearings to immigrants who entered the country without authorization.

A judge denied release to Princeton resident Jose Lopez because of a ruling upholding the Trump administration policy that denies bond hearings to immigrants who entered the country without authorization.

Banners at future luxury apartment site on Stockton Street in Princeton violated zoning regulations The banners that surrounded the fences of the future site of a luxury apartment complex at the corner of Stockton Street and Hibben Road in Princeton. The Princeton zoning office has issued a violation notice to Princeton Theological Seminary after banners were placed along fences at the future site of a luxury apartment complex on Stockton Street. Neighbors had complained that the banners were an eyesore, and zoning officer Derek Bridger confirmed they violate municipal zoning codes.

Banners at future luxury apartment site on Stockton Street in Princeton violated zoning regulations

The banners that surrounded the fences of the future site of a luxury apartment complex at the corner of Stockton Street and Hibben Road in Princeton. The Princeton zoning office has issued a…

Princeton Public Library’s September lineup features award-winning authors, concerts and cultural festivals From Pulitzer finalists and young adult authors to local musicians and dance lessons under the stars, the Princeton Public Library has filled September with a wide range of cultural and community programming. The library’s author talks will feature a slate of nationally known writers. On Sept. 10, Dan-el Padilla Peralta, joined by Kate Meng Brassel, opens the month with a Library Live at Labyrinth event at Labyrinth Books to discuss his new book, …

Princeton Public Library’s September lineup features award-winning authors, concerts and cultural festivals

From Pulitzer finalists and young adult authors to local musicians and dance lessons under the stars, the Princeton Public Library has filled September with a wide range of cultural and…

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‘Out of nowhere it all ended’: Longtime Princeton family separated after ICE raid Jose Lopez’s wife, Consuelo Retana, 48, from Guatemala, center right, poses with her daughters Melissa, top left, 16, Melanie, 18, right, and her granddaughter Esmerly, 3, front, on Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025, in Princeton. Photo by Andres Kudacki for The Jersey Vindicator. Jose Isaias Lopez put on his crisp white work shirt, his olive chinos, and his work boots just like any other day, grabbed the breakfast and hot coffee his wife Consuelo made for him, and stepped out the door half an hour after sunrise.

After 30 years in Princeton, a father was taken in an ICE raid, leaving his wife and daughters to navigate life without him.

Top New Jersey environmental official warns of ‘substantial and imminent threat’ at Trenton Water Works Shawn LaTourette, the commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, compared the Trenton water crisis to Flint, Michigan and Jackson, Misissippi in an interview with The Jersey Vindicator. A Trenton Water Works construction and maintenance unit worker flushes a fire hydrant on Thursday, June 26. Photo by Andres Kudacki for The Jersey Vindicator. The state's top environmental official pulled a surprise inspection at Trenton's troubled water works last month. He came away "deeply troubled" and says he will increase scrutiny on the 225-year-old utility as it heads into an uncertain future.

Top New Jersey environmental official warns of ‘substantial and imminent threat’ at Trenton Water Works

Shawn LaTourette, the commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, compared the Trenton water crisis to Flint, Michigan and Jackson, Misissippi in an interview with The…

ICE raid in Princeton: 4–5 people detained in early morning operation The raid happened before 7 a.m. on Harrison Street.

The raid happened before 7 a.m. on Harrison Street.

Residents urge Princeton Council to support Immigrant Trust Act resolution Princeton officials said a municipal committee is reviewing the wording of a draft resolution in support of immigrants.

Princeton officials said a municipal committee is reviewing the wording of a draft resolution in support of immigrants.

Historic preservation deserves honest debate, not political turnarounds In a letter to the editor, Karen O’Connell says residents who care about historic preservation in Princeton shouldn't just be dismissed.

In a letter to the editor, Karen O’Connell says residents who care about historic preservation in Princeton shouldn't just be dismissed.

Photos: No Kings Day Rally in Princeton Photos by Michael Mancuso.

Photo gallery of No Kings Day Rally in Princeton. All photos by Michael Mancuso.

More than a thousand people at the No Kings Day Rally in Princeton. More photos will be posted on the Planet Princeton and The Jersey Vinicator websites tonight. Photo by Michael Mancuso.

Photos: ICE out of Princeton rally A local rally was held in Princeton on June 11 on Hinds Plaza. Photos by Resistencia en Accion.

Photos: ICE out of Princeton rally

Princeton “No Kings Day”rally moved to Monument Park, time changed The Princeton "No Kings Day"rally begins at 3:30 p.m.

The Princeton "No Kings Day"rally begins at 3:30 p.m. at Monument Park.

Pennsylvania motorcyclist killed after crashing into pole in Lawrence The Levitttown man who died as a result of a crash in Lawrence was 44.

The Levitttown man who died as a result of a crash in Lawrence was 44.

Princeton resident Brian Hughes, five-term Mercer County Executive and son of former governor, dies at 68 Brian Hughes, a Democrat, served as the Mercer County Executive for 20 years, from 2004 to 2023.

Brian Hughes, a Democrat, served as the Mercer County Executive for 20 years, from 2004 to 2023.

After six-year search, historic Black Princeton church names new pastor Rev. Gerald is only the second woman to hold the title of senior pastor at the First Baptist Church of Princeton in the church's 225-year history.

Rev. Gerald is only the second woman to hold the title of senior pastor at the First Baptist Church of Princeton in the church's 225-year history.

Derek DiGregorio,  indomitable and inspirational son, brother and Princeton community fixture, dies at 27 Derek persevered in spite of a rare degenerative genetic disorder.

Derek DiGregorio persevered in spite of a rare degenerative genetic disorder. He will be missed by many.

A Revolutionary War battlefield in New Jersey is getting a $5 Million restoration The star-spangled makeover of the Princeton Battlefield aims to turn the site into an outdoor classroom and living memorial.

The star-spangled makeover of the Princeton Battlefield aims to turn the site into an outdoor classroom and living memorial.

Princeton Food Scene: Local strawberries are ripe You can pick your own strawberries at Terhune Orchards and Winery, Tindall Farms in West Windsor, Stults Farm in Plainsboro. and Chickadee Creek Farm in Hopewell.

You can pick your own strawberries at Terhune Orchards and Winery, Tindall Farms in West Windsor, Stults Farm in Plainsboro. and Chickadee Creek Farm in Hopewell.

Lawrence Hopewell Trail opens Maidenhead Meadows boardwalk segment A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for June 14.

Lawrence Hopewell Trail opens Maidenhead Meadows boardwalk segment

A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for June 14.

Princeton school board approves PILOT agreement with Town Council The Princeton Board of Education voted Tuesday night to approve an agreement with the Princeton Council to accept a portion of the PILOT money the town receives from the AvalonBay Thanet project. An estimated $300,000 to $500,000 from the town’s PILOT payment from AvalonBay will go to the public schools annually. The amount depends on the revenue the luxury apartment complex generates.

Princeton school board approves PILOT agreement with Town Council

The Princeton Board of Education voted Tuesday night to approve an agreement with the Princeton Council to accept a portion of the PILOT money the town receives from the AvalonBay Thanet project. An estimated $300,000 to $500,000…

Commuter chaos looms as NJ Transit rail workers threaten strike Limited bus service will be available from four park-and-ride lots. NJ Transit is encouraging commuters to work from home in the event of a strike. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen has rejected a tentative agreement with NJ Transit, setting the stage for a possible strike that could halt rail service for more than 350,000 daily commuters beginning at 12:01 a.m.

Commuter chaos looms as NJ Transit rail workers threaten strike

Limited bus service will be available from four park-and-ride lots. NJ Transit is encouraging commuters to work from home in the event of a strike. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen has rejected a tentative…

Princeton Food Scene: Mother’s Day, local asparagus picking, cookbook signing and more Terhune Orchards is featuring pick-your-own asparagus. Call the farm before you go to make sure there is something to pick.

Terhune Orchards is featuring pick-your-own asparagus. Call the farm before you go to make sure there is something to pick.

Princeton University joins lawsuit challenging federal cap on research overhead costs, citing threat to scientific innovation Filed Monday in federal court, the complaint challenges NSF’s decision to impose a fixed 15 percent limit on indirect cost rates for all new grants awarded to universities.

Filed Monday in federal court, the complaint challenges NSF’s decision to impose a fixed 15 percent limit on indirect cost rates for all new grants awarded to universities.

Frontier Airlines announces new nonstop service from Trenton-Mercer Airport to Myrtle Beach The new route will begin July 10 and operate twice weekly, the airline announced Tuesday.

The new route will begin July 10 and operate twice weekly, the airline announced Tuesday.

McCarter Theatre loses Over $200K in public funding as Trump administration, state slash arts support McCarter Theatre Center, one of New Jersey’s most prominent nonprofit arts institutions, is grappling with more than $200,000 in public funding losses this fiscal year.

McCarter Theatre Center, one of New Jersey’s most prominent nonprofit arts institutions, is grappling with more than $200,000 in public funding losses this fiscal year.

I-295 overnight lane and ramp closures closures set for this week as Princeton Pike Bridge project progresses in Lawrence Overnight lane and ramp closures are scheduled this week on Interstate 295 in both directions as work continues on the replacement of the Princeton Pike Bridge in Lawrence, according to the New Jersey Department of Transportation. Beginning Tuesday, May 6, and continuing through Friday, May 9, overnight closures will take place between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. to allow for the ongoing demolition of the aging bridge that carries Princeton Pike over I-295 in Mercer County.

I-295 overnight lane and ramp closures closures set for this week as Princeton Pike Bridge project progresses in Lawrence

Overnight lane and ramp closures are scheduled this week on Interstate 295 in both directions as work continues on the replacement of the Princeton Pike Bridge in Lawrence,…

New Jersey attorney general sues Trump, RFK Jr. over dismantling of U.S. Health Department The lawsuit, filed in federal court, seeks to block a wide-reaching reorganization of HHS that has led to mass firings, the shuttering of critical health programs, and the closure of regional offices responsible for responding to national public health emergencies.

The lawsuit, filed in federal court, seeks to block a wide-reaching reorganization of HHS that has led to mass firings, the shuttering of critical health programs, and the closure of regional offices responsible for responding to national public health emergencies.

Pro-democracy groups to hold ‘No Kings Day’ protest on Flag Day The Princeton protest is part of a national movement and will be held during Trump's birthday military parade.

The Princeton protest is part of a national movement and will be held during Trump's birthday military parade.