Tag: Hopewell Township
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Hopewell Township Police blotter
A Trenton resident was charged with driving under the influence, reckless driving and other motor vehicle violations following a motor vehicle stop on Washington Crossing-Pennington Road near Scotch Road Nov. 9. The driver failed field sobriety tests. The driver was processed and released. A Philadelphia woman was charged with driving under the influence, reckless driving…
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‘All of it has been tremendously rewarding’
After close to seven years as executive director, Lisa Wolff has handed over the leadership reins of the Friends of Hopewell Valley Open Space (FoHVOS). Wolff’s time helping lead FoHVOS efforts in protecting Hopewell Valley’s environment and land officially came to an end Nov. 3. Wolff, who is also the co-founder of Outdoor Equity alliance,…
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Hopewell Township Committee incumbents lead Republican challengers
Incumbent Democratic Committeemen Michael Ruger and Kevin Kuchinski lead Republican candidate challengers Jennifer DiDonato and Daniel Hanley Jr. in the race for two seats on the Township Committee. For the two three-year terms, Ruger, who currently serves as mayor, has received 2,861 votes and Kuchinski has earned 2,842 votes. DiDonato has secured 1,586 votes and…
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Hopewell Township Police blotter
A Ewing Township man was charged with driving under the influence Oct. 27 after police responded to a call about a disabled vehicle on Pennington Road, near Pennington-Lawrenceville Road. He allegedly failed field sobriety tests. He was processed and released. A victim reported that her husband’s information was used to make various purchases on their…
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Hopewell Township recognized as a sustainability leader in New Jersey
Hopewell Township has announced that its bronze certification from Sustainable Jersey has been renewed for 2023. The township is one of 204 municipalities in New Jersey to have received this recognition. In order to become certified, municipalities must document positive actions that focus on people, prosperity, and the planet. “Hopewell Township was recognized for its…
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Resident supports Ruger, Kuchinski for Hopewell Township Committee
Every year the Hopewell Valley League of Women Voters interviews candidates for local office and posts the videos on its YouTube page. I watched the interview with Michael Ruger and Kevin Kuchinski, who are running for reelection to the Hopewell Township Committee. They gave thoughtful answers to the questions asked. As for the Republican candidates,…
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Two women allegedly assault, rob a victim at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell
Two 18-year-old women are facing multiple charges in connection with robbing a victim at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell on Oct. 23, according to the Hopewell Township Police Department. The women accosted the victim near the main entrance to the hospital shortly after 7 a.m., police said. Then they allegedly assaulted the victim. One…
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‘Home stretch’
Plans for Hopewell Valley’s new Senior and Community Center took two significant steps forward this week with actions by the Hopewell Township Committee and the Hopewell Valley YMCA. At its Oct. 16 meeting, the Township Committee authorized a Professional Services Agreement with Spiezle Architectural Group to complete bid-ready final design work and construction oversight for the…
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Hopewell Township Police blotter
A North Bergen man was charged with driving under the influence after police were sent to Elm Ridge Road to investigate a report of an erratic driver Oct. 15. The officer found a blue Ford Mustang parked partially on the road and partially on the grass. The driver allegedly showed signs of intoxication and failed…