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Mother, daughter shot and killed at a home in Trenton, New Jersey, Mercer County Prosecutors say • Apr. 15, 2025, 12:33 AM ET (CBS)
New measles exposures in Prince Edward County, Trenton • Apr. 12, 2025, 3:50 AM ET (CBC)
Trenton Thunder baseball team rebranding to "Tomato Pies" for 1 night to honor NJ city's pizza heritage • Apr. 2, 2025, 11:07 PM ET (CBS)
Amtrak, SEPTA Regional Rail service suspended between Philadelphia and Trenton after person struck • Apr. 2, 2025, 8:19 AM ET (CBS)

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