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N.J. State Museum marks 130 years
Moving Ewing forward
Mayor Bert Steinmann talks about the budget and development in the township
Special anniversary celebration set for April 17 By Joe Emanski
The staff of the New Jersey State Museum was all set to host a 125th anniversary celebration in 2020 when the pandemic put the kibosh on those plans. And since “126th anniversary” or “127th anniversary” just doesn’t have much of a ring, executive director Margaret O’Reilly and her staff had to be content to wait until another round number came along — which is why the museum is finally celebrating this month with a party marking its 130 years in existence. On Thursday, April 17 from 6 to 8 p.m., the New Jersey State Museum Foundation plans to commemorate the museum’s anniversary with a celebration that will include an exclusive preview of the museum’s newest exhibition, “Ecosystems at Risk: Threatened and Endangered in See NJSM, Page 12
By Bill SanseRVino
Ewing Township Council, Mayor Bert Steinmann and Business Administrator Aaron Watson break ground on the new Ewing Senior and Community Center on March 5, 2025. Pictured are Councilwoman Kathleen Wollert (left), Council Vice President David Schroth, Council President Jennifer KeyesMaloney, Watson, Steinmann, Director Of Community Affairs Ted Forst, Councilman Kevin Baxter and Councilwoman Sarah Steward.
Officials break ground on new senior and community center By Bill SanseRVino
Ewing Township, state and Mercer County Ewing Township officials joined with members of the community on March 5 to celebrate the groundbreaking for the new Ewing Senior and Community Center.
The event marks a significant step in the community’s efforts to rebuild after a fire destroyed a major section of the center in September 2022. The new facility, located at 999 Lower Ferry Road, will be a hub for residents of all ages, offering modern amenities and state-of-the-art features.
“This is more than just a groundbreaking—it’s a promise fulfilled,” said Mayor Bert Steinmann during the ceremony. “When fire devastated the original center, we vowed to rebuild bigger and better, and today, we take a major step toward delivering on See ESCC, Page 5
Ewing Township continues to progress with a series of budget and development initiatives, even as the broader economy faces a slowdown. Mayor Bert Steinmann, in a March interview with Ewing Observer editor Bill Sanservino, emphasized the importance of strategic planning, noting that continued investments in infrastructure and local development will play an important role in sustaining the township’s economic resilience. Despite rising costs and revenue challenges, the township has plans to support key areas, including affordable housing, road improvements, and commercial and residential developments. See STEINMANN, Page 8
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