Teen Pepper Sprayed, Strip Searched In Mercer Adult Jail, Lawsuit Alleges

The 2024 detentions violated state law barring children from adult jails, according to the suit filed Monday.

🌱 Patch AM: How and when East Windsor will collect your fall leaves

Coming up: Veteran's Day Flag Raising Ceremony on the East Windsor Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How to make sure your East Windsor leaves actually get collected

Be sure to catch Veteran's Day Flag Raising Ceremony on the East Windsor Patch calendar

East Windsor, Hightstown Election Guide 2026: Who Is On The Ballot? Where To Vote?

Polls are open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday. Districts 4 and 17 in East Windsor have a new polling place this year.

🌱 Patch AM: Paint & Sip and 10 more events

Spotted on the East Windsor calendar: Veteran's Day Flag Raising Ceremony

🌱 Patch AM: Sunday Jazz Brunch at AKB ft John Bianculli and 13 more events

Happening soon: Acoustic Thursdays on the East Windsor Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: 3 Runners From East Windsor, Hightstown To Race In 2026 NYC Marathon

Be sure to catch Tremendous Office Furniture & Soft Seating Warehouse Liquidation Sale on the East Windsor Patch calendar

3 Runners From East Windsor, Hightstown To Race In 2026 NYC Marathon

Participants will race the 26.2-mile course on Sunday.

🌱 Patch AM: AKB Halloween Mischief Night | Comedy & DJ and 14 more events

Also, don’t miss Trunk or Treat + an EXTRA $500 OFF at T&T Coast GMC! on the East Windsor Patch calendar

Possession of CDS, Warrant, DUI: East Windsor Police Blotter

The East Windsor Police blotter dated Oct. 29 had the following reports:

🌱 Patch AM: How East Windsor residents can help Socktober with one simple donation

And check out Trunk or Treat + an EXTRA $500 OFF at T&T Coast GMC! on the East Windsor Patch calendar

East Windsor 2026 Election Guide: Candidates, Deadlines, How To Vote

The 2026 General Election is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Check out Patch’s voter guide before you hit the polls:

Assault, DUI, Resisting Arrest: East Windsor Police Blotter

The East Windsor police blotter dated Oct. 22 had the following reports:

East Windsor Joins Younity ‘Communities Of Light’ Event On Oct. 26

Residents can take part in Younity’s “Communities of Light” by buying a $15 luminary kit.

East Windsor Police Part Of New Mercer Co. Task Force On Deadly Crashes

Every police department in the county is joining a new task force targeting speeding, DUIs and distracted driving.

No Kings Movement Shifts To Early Voting With Hightstown Event Saturday

Organizers say the nonpartisan event will help residents make a plan to vote early in the November election.

DUI, Hindering, Reckless Driving: East Windsor Police Blotter

The East Windsor police blotter dated Oct. 15 had the following reports:

Preliminary Applications Open for The Place at East Windsor

Community Investment Strategies’ New Income-Restricted Community Offers One-, Two- and Three-Bedroom Apartment Homes in Mercer County

East Windsor Proclaims Hispanic Heritage Month, Recognizes Local Residents

The proclamation recognizes Hispanic Americans’ contributions to the community and local organizations.

Possession Of Heroin, Weapons Offense, Criminal Mischief: East Windsor Police Blotter

The East Windsor police blotter dated Oct. 8 had the following reports:

Affordable Housing Applications Open For New East Windsor Rental Community

Preliminary applications for The Place at East Windsor's 56 income-restricted units are due Oct. 26.

DUI, Hindering, Resisting Arrest: East Windsor Police Blotter

The East Windsor Police blotter dated Oct. 1 had the following reports:

35 Strangers, 1 Long Table: East Windsor Dinner Aims To Help Adults Make Friends

A new dinner series at East Windsor's Kochi Indian Cuisine is built for people to attend without knowing anyone yet.

Indian-Fusion Pizza Restaurant Opens In East Windsor

The California-based restaurant chain offers Indian-inspired and classic pizzas.

Mayor's Wellness Walk Rescheduled After Nor'easter In East Windsor

The community Walk and Talk is now set for Oct. 3 at Etra Lake Park. Here's what to know.

Teen Charged In Hightstown Sex Assaults Not A Student Of School District, Parents Told

Hightstown High School told families the 18-year-old arrested this week isn't part of the school community.

18-Year-Old Arrested In Hightstown Sexual Assault Case

Anonymous tips after the release of surveillance video led to the arrest, the prosecutor's office said.

Burglary Of Auto, False Police Report, Shoplifting: East Windsor Police Blotter

The East Windsor Police blotter dated Sept. 24 had the following reports:

Hightstown Faith Leaders To Hold Candlelight Vigil After Sexual Assaults

Neighbors of all faiths are invited to gather on Sept. 28 as authorities continue the investigation.

Authorities Seek Help ID'ing Man In Hightstown Sexual Assault

Video shows a man in the area where a woman reported being attacked on Sept. 11; police said he's a person of interest.

DUI, Shoplifting, Warrant: East Windsor Police Blotter

The East Windsor Police blotter dated Sept. 17 had the following reports:

East Windsor Mayor's Wellness Walk & Talk Returns Sept. 26

The Sept. 26 event is part of the township's participation in the Mayors Wellness Campaign.

Police Chief Responds To Community Concerns After Hightstown Sexual Assault

A 34-year-old woman was assaulted while walking Friday; police say it's too early to know if the cases are linked.

Woman Sexually Assaulted While Walking In Hightstown, Police Say

Authorities are seeking tips after an unknown man assaulted a woman in Hightstown.

Shredding, Electronics Recycling Set For East Windsor Sept. 19

Residents can shred confidential documents for free and drop off electronics at the township Senior Center.

6 Peddie School Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

The Hightstown seniors are among more than 16,000 students nationwide competing for National Merit Scholarships.

Possession Of CDS, DUI, Warrant: East Windsor Police Blotter

The East Windsor police blotter dated Sept. 10 had the following reports:

East Windsor Fire Leaders Address Staffing Worries, Push For Funding Boost

EW Fire 1 leaders say the station remains fully staffed and want funding to help retain volunteers.

Ribbon Cutting Marks Sprouts Farmers Market Opening In East Windsor

East Windsor officials joined store staff for a ribbon cutting at the new location.

$2.05M Settlement Reached In Death Of Trenton Man Pepper-Sprayed By Police

Joseph Ahr died 18 days after a 2020 arrest that was later cited in a federal civil rights investigation.