Sarah Salvadore

Princeton

Field Editor at Patch

Field Editor @PatchTweet. Formerly @NCRonline. @columbiajourn '16. Jewish-Christian Studies @SetonHall ‘19. Reach me: [email protected]. DM for Signal

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East Windsor Recognizes Gun Violence Awareness Day, Partners with Moms Demand Action

13 hours ago | patch.com | Sarah Salvadore

EAST WINDSOR, NJ - East Windsor officials issued a Mayoral Proclamation recognizing June 6 as “National Gun Violence Awareness Day,” to raise awareness about the impacts of gun violence and to encourage responsible gun ownership and use. The proclamation was issued by Mayor Janice S. Mironov, and Council Members Marc Lippman, Anthony Katawick, Joseph Miczak, David Russell, Johnnie Whittington and John Zoller.
Mercer Loses Emergency Department As Capital Health Closes Facility Over Building Safety

13 hours ago | patch.com | Sarah Salvadore

MERCER COUNTY, NJ - Capital Health has shut down its Satellite Emergency Department in Trenton due to “structural issues.” The hospital was leasing the space from Trinity Health at the former St. Francis campus. All operations officially shut down on Thursday. This includes a shutdown of the outpatient clinic located on Bert Avenue in Trenton (cross street of Hamilton Avenue).
Princeton Community Village's New Garden Cultivates Neighborhood Bonds

1 day ago | patch.com | Sarah Salvadore

PRINCETON, NJ – Residents of Princeton Community Village (PCV) now have a new space to connect thanks to a recently opened community garden featuring multiple raised beds designed for gardeners at every experience level. The garden officially launched over the Memorial Day weekend when neighbors gathered for a planting ceremony and informal ribbon cutting, marking the start of the growing season.
Edison's Opioid Settlement Grant Will Fund Community Outreach & Prevention

1 day ago | patch.com | Sarah Salvadore

EDISON, NJ – The Township recently received a grant of $78,572.37 in 2025 Opioid Settlement Monies for the Department of Health & Human Services from the Distributor/Janssen Settlement Agreement. The Municipal Council requested the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to approve the insertion of the amount as revenue in the Current Fund Budget for the CY 2025.
East Brunswick Police Chief Elected 4th Vice President Of NJSACOP

1 day ago | patch.com | Sarah Salvadore

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Chief Frank LoSacco of the East Brunswick Police Department has been elected the 4th Vice President of the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP). This appointment positions him on a path to become State President in June of 2029. As per the association’s leadership structure, LoSacco will serve one year in each successive vice-presidential role before ultimately being sworn in as State President.
Black Bear Cub Spotted In Metuchen On Thursday

1 day ago | patch.com | Sarah Salvadore

METUCHEN, NJ — A black bear cub was spotted in Metuchen on Thursday afternoon. The cub was spotted near Central Square off Central Avenue. Metuchen Mayor Jonathan M Busch has asked residents to be cautious and keep their distance from the bear cub. "While it may be cute, remember: where there’s a cub, there’s likely a mama bear nearby—so please keep your distance," Busch said. Metuchen Police are actively monitoring the situation and tracking its movement.
South Brunswick BOE Member Faces Policy Violation Over Halal Food Comments

1 day ago | patch.com | Sarah Salvadore

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ – A South Brunswick Board of Education member has been removed from her committee assignments following community outcry over social media posts about Halal food certification that many residents deemed offensive. Board member Deepa Karthik, who is Hindu, sparked controversy in May when she posted on social media questioning the need for Halal certification on products like tea, coffee, rice, and spices. In her post, Karthik wrote: "As a Hindu I don't consume Halal products.
Man Shoots Girlfriend, Her Daughter, Before Shooting Himself In Mercer: Cops

1 day ago | patch.com | Sarah Salvadore

MERCER COUNTY, NJ - A 10-year-old girl, along with a man and woman, were found shot to death in Hamilton, Mercer County Prosecutor Janetta D. Marbrey said. According to inital investigation, the man shot his girlfriend and her 10-year-old daughter before shooting himself, authorities said. Just before 4 a.m. on Thursday morning, Hamilton police responded to a 911 call from a residence in the 200 block of Henry Street.
Reckless Driving, Shoplifting: East Windsor Police Blotter

1 day ago | patch.com | Sarah Salvadore

The following is a summary of incidents as reported by East Windsor Police:EAST WINDSOR, NJ — On May 29, an officer conducted a traffic stop after observing the driver using his cell phone while driving. The driver was found to have active warrants out of Ocean County and Howell Township. The 26-year-old Paterson resident was placed under arrest, taken to police headquarters, processed, and later turned over to the custody of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department.
Ahead Of CFO Retirement, Lawrence Township Seeks New Person To Fill Position

1 day ago | patch.com | Sarah Salvadore

LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ — Lawrence Township is seeking an experienced full-time Chief Financial Officer (CFO)/Director of Finance (oversees Tax Collector and Tax Assessor Departments). The candidate should hold a New Jersey CMFO license and have over three years of experience in a municipal finance setting, either as an Assistant, Deputy CFO or CFO. The current CFO is retiring Dec. 1. The Township operates a $60+ million operating budget. There are no municipal utilities.