Lawrence Gazette

10/29/2025

💬 Every voice matters! LTPS celebrates Family Engagement Month, honoring the vital role families play in helping students learn and thrive. ❤️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

LTPS honors Family Engagement Month by recognizing the everyday ways families strengthen learning—from dinner table talks to community events and shared success.

10/28/2025

🎉 Surprise! Lawrence Middle School’s Jeanette Capritti has won the Milken Educator Award — the “Oscars of Teaching” — and a $25,000 prize! 🍎✨

Lawrence Middle School teacher Jeanette Capritti received the national Milken Educator Award, a $25,000 honor known as the “Oscars of Teaching.”

10/28/2025

💪 Lawrence High’s James Lyons is more than a powerhouse on the field — he’s a leader, scholar, and Eagle Scout in the making. 🏈📚

Lawrence High’s James Lyons dominates on the football field but stands out even more as a student, leader, and future Eagle Scout — a true all-around star.

10/13/2025

🏗️ Big changes ahead! Join LTPS Oct. 15 at LMS to learn about the $94.9M referendum upgrades. Meet the architects & hear what’s next! 🍎🏫

Lawrence schools will host a forum Oct. 15 to outline the timeline for $94.9M in referendum-funded improvements. Auditorium work is already set to begin.

10/08/2025

⚖️ A Lawrence man admitted to stealing $256K in veterans benefits over 17 years. He faces up to 10 years in prison. Sentencing is Jan. 27.

Mark Stratton of Lawrence, admitted in federal court to stealing $256,027 in veterans benefits by failing to report his mother’s 2008 death.

10/07/2025

💧 Letter: Trenton City Council’s latest “study” delays long-awaited reforms at Trenton Water Works — and public trust is wearing thin.

Trenton City Council faces criticism for proposing another study of Trenton Water Works, delaying DEP’s regionalization plan and limiting public oversight.

10/07/2025

Eleanor Horne and Becky Taylor, the co-founders the Lawrence Hopewell Trail, are the recipients of the East Coast Greenway Alliance’s second-annual Roger Herz Greenway and Active Mobility Award.

10/06/2025

Lawrence voters: On Nov. 4, Amanda Santos faces Kenneth Kiernan for a two-year council seat. Two council seats + 3 school board spots are uncontested.

Amanda Santos and Kenneth Kiernan face a Nov. 4 vote for a two-year Lawrence council seat, with two council seats and school board races uncontested.

10/02/2025

🎭🇺🇸 Was Aaron Burr really a villain? Find out Oct. 15 at Lawrence High School during the free Mary Tanner Lecture hosted by the Lawrence Historical Society!

The Lawrence Historical Society hosts its annual Mary Tanner Lecture Oct. 15 at Lawrence High School, examining Aaron Burr’s history versus his role in "Hamilton."

09/27/2025

When Lawrence Township voters approved the Lawrence Township Public Schools referendum earlier this year, they did more than authorize building projects — they affirmed a collective vision for the future of our schools.

When Lawrence Township voters approved the Lawrence Township Public Schools referendum earlier this year, they did more than authorize building projects — they affirmed a collective vision for the future

09/26/2025

⚽️ Lawrence High captain Raul Sepulveda is powering the Cardinals’ hot start with goals, assists, and leadership on and off the field!

Lawrence High captain Raul Sepulveda leads the Cardinals with key goals, assists, and leadership, fueling a strong start to the 2025 soccer season.

09/18/2025

🎃📚 From Halloween parades to Diwali crafts and tech classes, Mercer County libraries are packed with events this October! See what’s happening in your town! 🍁

Mercer County Library branches will host dozens of events this October, including crafts, tech workshops, concerts, and Halloween fun for all ages.