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Princeton town council protects salamanders and debates arts fair location

At the Princeton municipality town council meeting on Monday, before a long debate over where to host the 2025 Outdoor Art Market, the town council addressed the Salamander Brigade of Princeton, reduced speed limits, and welcomed Dawn M. Mount as the new municipality Council Clerk. 

At the Princeton municipality town council meeting on Monday, before a long debate over where to host the 2025 Outdoor Art Market, the town council addressed the Salamander Brigade of Princeton, reduced speed limits, and welcomed Dawn M. Mount as the new municipality Council Clerk. 

Over one thousand turn up for ‘Hands Off!’ rally in Princeton downtown

On Saturday, April 5, students marched from Firestone Plaza to Hinds Plaza to participate in a “Hands Off!” protest against President Trump and his administration’s actions, joining millions of others nationwide.

On Saturday, April 5, students marched from Firestone Plaza to Hinds Plaza to participate in a “Hands Off!” protest against President Trump and his administration’s actions, joining millions of others nationwide.

Princeton finalizes $42 million acquisition of Westminster Choir College through eminent domain

Princeton has officially acquired the Westminster Choir College campus via eminent domain. The property will be developed into a public facility.

Princeton has officially acquired the Westminster Choir College campus via eminent domain. The property will be developed into a public facility.

Eisgruber addresses endowment challenges at annual Princeton Council meeting

President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 addressed the Princeton town community at the Princeton Town Hall Meeting to discuss the state of higher education and continued collaboration between the town and the University, commenting on the endowment, federal funding, and town initiatives.

President Christopher Eisgruber ’83 addressed the Princeton town community at the Princeton Town Hall Meeting to discuss the state of higher education and continued collaboration between the town and the University, commenting on the endowment, federal funding, and town initiatives.

Fresh flavors meet Chinese food at new restaurant XiBei Cuisine

Senior writer for the Prospect Lulu Pettit reviews a new Chinese restaurant in Princeton called XiBei Cuisine.

Small World Coffee raises prices in response to supply shortage

In an Instagram post on February 23, Small World Coffee released a statement saying that coffee would cost more in response to supply shortages on the coffee market. 

In an Instagram post on February 23, Small World Coffee released a statement saying that coffee would cost more in response to supply shortages on the coffee market. 

As federal government bears down, town of Princeton vows to stay strong on immigration

While the Trump administration cracks down on immigration, fear is spreading in the immigrant community. However, the town of Princeton is holding firm in its support of the immigrant population.

While the Trump administration cracks down on immigration, fear is spreading in the immigrant community. However, the town of Princeton is holding firm in its support of the immigrant population.

Princeton man charged with brother’s murder in Palmer Square apartment

On Saturday night, Princeton Police responded to a 911 call that led to the arrest of Matthew Hertgen in relation to the murder of his younger brother, Joseph Hertgen, in a Palmer Square apartment complex. The investigation is ongoing.

On Saturday night Princeton Police responded to a 911 call that led to the arrest of Matthew Hertgen in relation to the murder of his younger brother, Joseph Hertgen, in a Palmer Square apartment complex. The investigation is ongoing.

Police activity at Witherspoon Street not related to immigration, despite reports

Activity by the Mercer County sheriff’s department and Homeland Security caused confusion on Friday morning, as community members believed it was an immigration-related raid. Instead, the agencies were carrying out a search warrant relating to possession of child sexual abuse material.

Activity by the Mercer County sheriff’s department and Homeland Security caused confusion on Friday morning, as community members believed it was an immigration-related raid. Instead, the agencies were carrying out a search warrant relating to possession of child sexual abuse material.

Democratic candidates for next NJ governor meet at ‘informational forum’

On Feb. 16, Democratic candidates in the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial race discussed policy on affordability in housing and healthcare, educational equity, and the future of the Democratic Party in the state.

On Feb. 16, Democratic candidates in the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial race discussed policy on affordability in housing and healthcare, educational equity, and the future of the Democratic Party in the state.

Princeton Municipality, consulting firm host pop-ups to survey residents on transit

The Municipality of Princeton hosted a series of pop-up events from Feb. 6 to Feb. 11 to gather community input for the Princeton Community Transit Plan. The outreach effort included distributing surveys and engaging directly with residents to inform future recommendations for the town council.

The Municipality of Princeton hosted a series of pop-up events from Feb. 6 to Feb. 11 to gather community input for the Princeton Community Transit Plan. The outreach effort included distributing surveys and engaging directly with residents to inform future recommendations for the town council.

Sen. Andy Kim addresses impact of recent federal policies on New Jersey in virtual town hall

In a recent virtual town hall, Senator Andy Kim discussed the impact of Trump's executive orders on NJ, highlighting risks to vital services and local nonprofits.

In a recent virtual town hall, Senator Andy Kim discussed the impact of Trump's executive orders on NJ, highlighting risks to vital services and local nonprofits.

Rowan’s Piercing Studio makes its mark on Palmer Square

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Princess Fodeke reports on the opening of a new piercing store, Rowan, located in Palmer Square.

Princeton voters approve $89.1 million bond referendum to improve Princeton Public School facilities

On Tuesday, Princeton voters approved of a $89.1 million bond referendum to fund improvements to Princeton School District facilities.

On Tuesday, Princeton voters approved of a $89.1 million bond referendum to fund improvements to Princeton School District facilities.

Historic preservation project sparks concern over tenant relocation and affordability

A restoration project application by Hillier LLC along Witherspoon Street is facing concern from residents, including some tenants who will be displaced. 

A restoration project application by Hillier LLC along Witherspoon Street is facing concern from residents, including some tenants who will be displaced. 

Princeton immigrants and advocacy groups prepare for a second Trump term

Princeton immigrants and advocacy groups are gearing up for a second Trump term. State politicians are also bracing to fight any potential anti-immigrant policies from the Trump administration.

Princeton immigrants and advocacy groups are gearing up for a second Trump term. State politicians are also bracing to fight any potential anti-immigrant policies from the Trump administration.

Gov. Chris Christie visits campus, offers views on N.J. gubernatorial race and presidential election

Chris Christie, former Governor of New Jersey, discussed his thoughts on President-elect Donald Trump and his reflections on his storied political career to a full Whig Hall Senate Chamber.

Chris Christie, former Governor of New Jersey, discussed his thoughts on President-elect Donald Trump and his reflections on his storied political career to a full Whig Hall Senate Chamber.

2024 election shows rightward shift in NJ politics, Princeton affiliates analyze

New Jersey shifted red in the 2024 presidential election. According to experts, this is due to a variety of factors, including the economy and dissatisfaction with Democratic leadership at both the national and local level.

New Jersey shifted red in the 2024 presidential election. According to experts, this is due to a variety of factors, including the economy and dissatisfaction with Democratic leadership at both the national and local level.

Town council votes to remove Nassau St. kiosks, with a future vote on their replacement

At the Nov. 12 Princeton Town Council meeting, residents expressed strong disapproval of the Oct. 28 decision to remove the kiosks along Witherspoon and Nassau Streets, citing free speech concerns and local engagement.

At the Nov. 12 Princeton Town Council meeting, residents expressed strong disapproval of the Oct. 28 decision to remove the kiosks along Witherspoon and Nassau Streets, citing free speech concerns and local engagement.

Community rallies for migrant rights in wake of Trump victory

About 70 people gathered in front of the Princeton Public Library for a protest organized by Resistencia en Acción New Jersey on Wednesday, Nov. 6 following Donald Trump’s reelection to the presidency. Many spoke about their fears of a second Trump presidency, especially the impact it could have on undocumented immigrants.

About 70 people gathered in front of the Princeton Public Library for a protest organized by Resistencia en Acción New Jersey on Wednesday, Nov. 6 following Donald Trump’s reelection to the presidency. Many spoke about their fears of a second Trump presidency, especially the impact it could have on undocumented immigrants.