Charter school, all Princeton Public Schools now participating in discount card program that features more than 70 local businesses
The discount card costs $25 and the money supports various community and school programs.
N.J. governor announces payment protection for residents who receive pandemic stimulus relief payments
The initiative is aimed at making sure residents can access their stimulus funds and use them to cover essential expenses.
New unemployment claims in N.J. increase after four weeks of declines
A total of 2,056,379 unemployment claims have been received by the New Jersey Department of Labor since the pandemic hit the state last year.
N.J. unemployment raise rose to 7.9 percent for January
Plus updated New Jersey labor stats for 2020.
New weekly unemployment claims in N.J. dip below 10,000 for first time since beginning of pandemic
Some good news on the unemployment front, but the overall picture for the past year has been bleak for workers in the state.
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N.J. to increase indoor and outdoor gathering limits
The new limits go into effect on March 19 at 6 a.m.
M.A.C. Cosmetics store closes on Palmer Square in Princeton
Yet another chain is reducing its brick and mortar locations and has closed its Palmer Square store.
Princeton among limited number of N.J. locations where CVS will offer COVID-19 vaccinations starting Feb. 11
Vaccines will eventually be available at CVS Pharmacy locations throughout the country, subject to availability.
Ann Taylor at Palmer Square to close permanently
Ann Taylor, an anchor store on Palmer Square for more than two decades, will close for good this month. The last day the women’s fashion reatailer will be open is Wednesday, Jan. 27. In July, the Ascena Retail Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Ascena is the parent company of Ann Taylor, Loft, Lane Bryant, Lou…
New CEO named for Penn Medicine Princeton Health
The University of Pennsylvania Health System has named James Demetriades to serve as the new CEO of Penn Medicine Princeton Health. He will begin his new role on March 1, succeeding Barry Rabner, who has served as president and CEO since 2002. Demetriades has worked for Penn Medicine Princeton Health for 17 years and currently…
N.J. sees uptick in new unemployment claims after Christmas
The New Jersey Department of Labor saw a post-holiday increase in unemployment claims last week that was driven by seasonal workers. Officials also received word from the U.S. Department of Labor that there would be no lapse in COVID-related federal benefits available through the new stimulus bill signed the day after pandemic programs expired. New weekly unemployment claims for the week ending…
The Papery to close Princeton Shopping Center location
The Papery, a family-owned business with four locations in New Jersey, is closing down its Princeton store for good due to the economic impact of the pandemic. The shop is the latest business to shut down in the Princeton Shopping Center. Gourmet food store and cafe Bon Appetit closed down in the fall. The New…
Bed Bath & Beyond at the Mercer Mall to close permanently in February
Bed Bath & Beyond, the national housewares chain that has had a presence at the Mercer Mall in Lawrence for more than three decades, is closing for good on Feb. 13. Earlier this year, the Union, N.J.-based retailer announced that it was closing 63 stores across the country by the end of 2020. The Lawrence…
State extends deadline for businesses to buy personal protective equipment (PPE) at a substantial discount
Businesses and organizations with 100 or fewer employees can apply for discounts of almost 70 percent on PPE purchases The New Jersey Economic Development Authority has extended the deadline for small businesses to purchase personal protective equipment (PPE) at a discount of almost 70 percent. The new deadline is Thursday, Dec. 17. Discounts are available…
New Aldi grocery store to open in South Brunswick on Thursday
South Brunswick area shoppers will now have another option for buying groceries. Discount grocer Aldi is slated to open a new grocery store this Thursday, Dec. 3, on Route 1 North in South Brunswick. The store is part of Aldi’s national $5 billion program to build new stores and remodel existing stores around the country. The…
Princeton Farmers’ Market to kick off winter outdoor market season this Thursday
The Princeton Farmers’ Market will kick off the winter season this Thursday, Dec. 3, from 10 am. to 2 p.m. The market will be staying put at the temporary outdoor location on Franklin Avenue for the winter in order to provide ample space for social distancing. All market visitors must wear masks and practice social…
West Windsor Community Farm Market winter season to begin Dec. 5
The West Windsor Farmers Market winter season will kick off on Dec. 5. Due to the pandemic, the market will be held outdoors in a parking lot at MarketFair. Masks will be required for everyone at the market, and hand-washing stations will be provided. Pre-ordering will be available like it was at the summer market….
Princeton University to be first institutional tenant at Hub research and business incubator in New Brunswick
Princeton University will be the first institutional tenant at the Hub, a 1.7 square-foot mixed-use development that is being built near the train station in New Brunswick.