A.Z. Johnson

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Journalist at The Trentonian

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Trenton announces large slate of Summer Community Events

Jun 29, 2023 | trentonian.com | A.Z. Johnson

TRENTON – With the cancelation of First Fridays and Art All Night, it looked like a somewhat quiet summer was on the horizon for Trenton. However, Monday morning the City announced a full slate of activities and events for the rest of the season. The city opened the pools for the summer this week and held a celebration at Hetzel Pool to mark the occasion. A handful of city officials were on hand as well as the Trenton Community Street Team to spend time with the kids who use the pool.
Trenton to use nearly $2 Million from EPA for pollution cleanup

Jun 29, 2023 | trentonian.com | A.Z. Johnson

TRENTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced Trenton is slated to get $1.99 million from President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda to clean up a former industrial site while advancing environmental justice. According to a statement from the City, this award is part of the largest-ever funding awarded in the history of the EPA’s Brownfields MARC Grant programs. Most recently, a dry-cleaning business occupied the site, but it has been vacated since 2015.
Trenton Police Department announces Summer Initiative Task Force

Jun 28, 2023 | trentonian.com | A.Z. Johnson

TRENTON – Since Summer started in the Capital City, violent crime has heightened, including six homicides this month. To combat this, Police Director Steve Wilson established the Summer Initiative Task Force. According to TPD’s Public Information Officer Nathan Bolognini, the initiative will aim to fight against criminal activity and the increase of violence in targeted “hot spot” areas.
Officers investigating Monday afternoon shooting on Spruce Street

Jun 27, 2023 | trentonian.com | A.Z. Johnson

TRENTON – Trenton’s Shooting Response team has opened an investigation after a man was shot Monday afternoon on Spruce Street. The victim sustained a gunshot wound to the back, but is in stable condition. Authorities have no details on a suspect and no other information has been provided.
Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office confirms two additional homicides in Trenton

Jun 27, 2023 | trentonian.com | A.Z. Johnson

TRENTON – The homicide total in Trenton has grown to 18 after two men were announced dead due to injuries sustained by gunshot wounds. According to authorities, Jared Anderson and another victim were shot in the area of Spring and Calhoun Streets on April 12. Both victims were located and taken to the Trauma Center at Capital Health Hospital. On May 29, Anderson succumbed to his injuries. The second announced death was Louis Washington.
10th Annual UNITY for Peace Gathering held downtown Sunday

Jun 26, 2023 | trentonian.com | A.Z. Johnson

TRENTON — Sunday evening at Turning Point United Methodist Church, United Mercer Interfaith Organization in conjunction with Moms Demand Action hosted the 10th Annual Unity For Peace Gathering. The powerful event featured solo and choir song performances, guided meditation, poetry readings, monologues, multiple prayers, gun violence survivor stories, and a name reading for victims of gun violence in 2022 and 2023.
Art All Night joins list of Trenton events canceled for the Summer

Jun 23, 2023 | trentonian.com | A.Z. Johnson

TRENTON – Thursday afternoon Artworks Trenton announced Art All Night would not be coming to the Capital City this year. This comes a few days after . In a Facebook post Artworks said, “We are disappointed to share with you that due to a multitude of circumstances Art All Night: Back to Basics in person programming has been postponed.
Police investigating stabbing homicide on Edgewood Avenue in Trenton

Jun 22, 2023 | trentonian.com | A.Z. Johnson

TRENTON – The Mercer County Homicide Task Force and the Trenton Police Department are investigating a stabbing homicide that occurred Monday night. At approximately 10:45 p.m., an ambulance was dispatched to Edgewood Avenue on the report of a person stabbed in the chest. The victim, Ernest Denard, was located at the scene and transported to Capital Health Regional Medical Center for treatment. Denard later died of his injuries. His death marks the 15th homicide in the Capital City this year.
16th homicide confirmed in Trenton for 2023

Jun 22, 2023 | trentonian.com | A.Z. Johnson

TRENTON – A male has been reported deceased after a shooting in the Capital City. Authorities have provided no additional information, but early reports suggest the man was shot in the face in a vehicle on Vine Street. Violence continues to plague Trenton as the city has recorded its 16th homicide of 2023 and fifth in the month of June.
Trenton residential development project approved by NJEDA Board for Aspire tax credits

Jun 21, 2023 | trentonian.com | A.Z. Johnson

TRENTON – A new multifamily development project representing over $73 million in investment in an underserved downtown Trenton neighborhood was approved for support last week by the Board of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA). This development will be located on a 1.35-acre site between 150-170 Broad Street in Downtown Trenton on the edge of the Mill Hill neighborhood. According to NJDEA, the project will offer 120 new, energy-efficient, one- to three-bedroom housing units.