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Retiring Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman reflects on relationships with town, University

A portrait of U.S. Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman smiling in front of an American flag and a blue backdrop.

Retiring Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman reflects on relationships with town, University

Leela Hensler and Emily Murphy

In an exclusive interview with The Daily Princetonian, Watson Coleman discussed her long-term relationship with both the municipality of Princeton and the University.

NEWS | December 4

Historic Preservation Commission approves revised apartment building plan at 344 Nassau Street

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Historic Preservation Commission approves revised apartment building plan at 344 Nassau Street

Luke Grippo and Nico David-Fox

On Dec. 1, Princeton’s Historic Preservation Commission approved a revised plan for the apartment complex at 344 Nassau Street, which leaves the historic Hornor House untouched and reduces the number of new residential units in the plan.

NEWS | December 4

Stormwater plan and operational budget discussed at town council meeting

Stormwater plan and operational budget discussed at town council meeting

Clara Docherty and Elizabeth Hu

At the town council meeting on Nov. 24, council members discussed approval for a new phase of the stormwater utility implementation, speed limits, and taxes.

NEWS | December 1

El plan de aguas pluviales y presupuesto operativo se discutieron en la reunión del concejo municipal

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El plan de aguas pluviales y presupuesto operativo se discutieron en la reunión del concejo municipal

Clara Docherty and Elizabeth Hu

En la reunión del concejo municipal el 24 de noviembre, miembros discutieron aprueba para una fase nueva de la implementación del servicio público de aguas pluviales, los límites de velocidad, y los impuestos.

NEWS | December 1

New local nonprofit director will help begin a ‘fun’ new chapter for Princeton town

Palmer Square decorated with wreaths and red ribbons for the Princeton Christmas season.

New local nonprofit director will help begin a ‘fun’ new chapter for Princeton town

Amaya Taylor

A local nonprofit promoting the town of Princeton’s economy has appointed a new executive director, Robin Lapidus, whose credits include Harvard and MIT, and one of her goals is to enhance Princeton’s college-town feel.

NEWS | November 24

With term over, Phil Murphy closes time on Princeton’s Board of Trustees

'Prince' reporters Luke Grippo and Sena Chang (left) sitting with Governor Phil Murphy (right) at a table in Joseph Henry House.

With term over, Phil Murphy closes time on Princeton’s Board of Trustees

Sena Chang and Luke Grippo

The Daily Princetonian sat down with Governor Phil Murphy for a look at his relationship with Princeton University over his eight years as Governor.

NEWS | November 23

Phil Murphy announces 48 pardons at Whig-Clio as part of clemency project

Phil Murphy announces 48 pardons at Whig-Clio as part of clemency project

Megan Cameron and Maya Mukherjee

At a press conference on Nov. 10, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced 48 pardons and commutations as part of his clemency project. More than 50 Princeton student volunteers who helped 32 inmates file petitions for clemency.

NEWS | November 13

Princeton’s Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-N.J.) will not seek re-election in 2026

Hayk Yengibaryan

Watson Coleman became the first Black woman to represent New Jersey in the House when she took office in 2015.

NEWS | November 13

La representante de Princeton Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-N.J.) no se presentará a la reelección en 2026

Un retrato de la representante estadounidense Bonnie Watson Coleman sonriendo frente a una bandera estadounidense y un fondo azul.

La representante de Princeton Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-N.J.) no se presentará a la reelección en 2026

Hayk Yengibaryan

Tras su victoria electoral en 2014, Watson Coleman se convirtió en la primera mujer negra en representar a Nueva Jersey en la Cámara de Representantes.

NEWS | November 13

Town council gives mixed response to development plans for Westminster Choir College campus

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Town council gives mixed response to development plans for Westminster Choir College campus

Leela Hensler

At the Princeton Town Council meeting on Tuesday, speaker Chris Colley suggested numerous goals for the Westminster Choir College campus, though Mayor Mark Freda expressed some skepticism.

NEWS | November 12

Princeton food pantries gear up to feed families amid SNAP benefits crisis

Princeton food pantries gear up to feed families amid SNAP benefits crisis

Sena Chang

Organizers and volunteers of Princeton's food pantries are stocking up and preparing to feed families amid the proposed SNAP benefits funding halt.

Princeton's food pantries are stocking up and preparing to feed families amid the current presidential administration's proposed SNAP benefits funding halt.

NEWS | November 7

Mikie Sherrill wins New Jersey’s governor’s race, will join Board of Trustees in January

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Mikie Sherrill wins New Jersey’s governor’s race, will join Board of Trustees in January

Luke Grippo

Mikie Sherrill has won the 2025 New Jersey governor’s race. She will succeed current Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy in January and assume an ex officio position on the Princeton University Board of Trustees.

NEWS | November 4

New Jersey facing ‘existential’ election, Sherrill’s number two Dale Caldwell ’82 says

New Jersey facing ‘existential’ election, Sherrill’s number two Dale Caldwell ’82 says

Luke Grippo

The Daily Princetonian sits down for an interview with Democratic Lt. Gov. candidate Dale Caldwell ’82 on the eve of the New Jersey governor’s election.

NEWS | November 4

Ahead of Election Day, Princeton student groups weigh in on local races

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Ahead of Election Day, Princeton student groups weigh in on local races

Lulu Mangriotis and Ambre Van de Velde

Ahead of Election Day, The Daily Princetonian spoke with several students involved in campus political organizations about how they view the race and its broader implications.

NEWS | November 4

As election day nears, Princeton professors weigh in on N.J. gubernatorial race

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As election day nears, Princeton professors weigh in on N.J. gubernatorial race

Sena Chang and Christine Woods

Ahead of Tuesday’s pivotal Nov. 4 election, Princeton professors weighed in on the closely-contested N.J. gubernatorial race between Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli.

NEWS | November 3

County Clerk and Commissioners candidates gearing up for election next week

Multi-colored leaves line a stone walkway. A bench is to the left, and leaves are scattered on the ground.

County Clerk and Commissioners candidates gearing up for election next week

Leela Hensler and Ambre Van de Velde

Candidates are gearing up for elections in two county races next week: county clerk and county commissioners. Some of the candidates shared their hopes for the future of the county with the ‘Prince.’

NEWS | October 30

Town council addresses rising concerns with short-term rentals

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Town council addresses rising concerns with short-term rentals

David Yun

At a meeting on Oct. 27, the Princeton Town Council addressed concerns around short-term rentals and announced the completion of the Princeton Shopping Center redevelopment project.

NEWS | October 30

El ayuntamiento aborda las preocupaciones crecientes sobre alquileres a corto plazo

El ayuntamiento aborda las preocupaciones crecientes sobre alquileres a corto plazo

David Yun

Durante una reunión celebrada el 27 de octubre, el ayuntamiento de Princeton abordó las preocupaciones sobre alquileres a corto plazo y anunció la finalización del proyecto para renovar el centro comercial de Princeton Shopping Center.

NEWS | October 30

Conversations around district-wide phone policy gain momentum in Princeton

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Conversations around district-wide phone policy gain momentum in Princeton

Amaya Taylor

The PPS Board of Education is debating the implementation of a phone policy that would restrict student usage throughout the school day, with increased discussions among parents, teachers, and board members.

NEWS | October 29

Future of Immigrant Trust Directive uncertain as governor’s election looms

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Future of Immigrant Trust Directive uncertain as governor’s election looms

Sena Chang and Teresa Chen

The future of the Immigrant Trust Directive remains uncertain ahead of the upcoming New Jersey governor’s election. Lawyers and immigrant rights activists in Princeton addressed its role in the town.

NEWS | October 29

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