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Lawrence's Maria Connolly Appointed New Mercer Co. Planning Director
Connolly succeeds Leslie Floyd, who retired in May after 35 years of service.

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Connolly succeeds Leslie Floyd, who retired in May after 35 years of service.

Officials asked residents to take preventive measures and report any contact with bats.
Here’s what made headlines over the weekend in New Jersey:
An Edison man has been charged in connection with the stabbing. The victim is in stable condition, police said.
An Edison man has been charged in connection with the stabbing. The victim is in stable condition, police said.
Here's what's happening in South Brunswick this week:
The restaurant will open at 140 Nassau Street.
Canna Remedies will open doors on Thursday, Aug. 15 in Ewing.
This year is the 86th anniversary of the Central Jersey summer staple.
The screening will take place on Saturday, Aug. 10 at the Piscataway YMCA.
The funding will go towards equipment, personal protective equipment, professional training, wellness, and more.
Jabree Johnson shot at an undercover federal agent after robbing him during an illegal firearms sale.
The East Windsor Police blotter dated July 31 had the following reports:
The WSJ reporter landed on U.S. soil late Thursday night after being freed from Russian prison.
The funds will go towards the planning and construction of a new Visitor and Education Center at the park.
The ticket was sold at Glen Roc Liquors in Ewing.
The general election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 5.
The general election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 5.
Russia sentenced Gershkovich to 16 years in prison. Paul Whelan, Alsu Kurmasheva and Vladimir Kara-Murza have also been released.
Residents will see an increase in police presence in areas with traffic enforcement details.