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EWING TOWNSHIP – TRASH COLLECTION UPDATE Effective January 7, 2026

Beginning Wednesday, January 7, 2026, Ewing Township will move to a single, township-wide trash collection day: WEDNESDAY. Trash continues to be collected once per week for all residential properties.  What’s Changing? Current trash days of Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday will move to Wednesday. Those already collected on Wednesday will see no change. IWS will operate 13 collection trucks to service the entire township in one day compared to 3 trucks operating four days a week.   Benefits of a One-Day Collection Schedule  Reduced heavy vehicle traffic and emissions  A consistent pickup day for all residents  Faster identification and resolution of service issues  For questions, visit ewingnj.org/community/trash

Green Acres Grant Opportunity for Inclusive Playground Public Survey

The Township of Ewing is seeking public input on an opportunity to apply for funding to build a completely inclusive playground adjacent to the new Ewing Senior and Community Center (ESCC).  The playground will be designed to meet Jake's Law standards (New Jersey's regulations for completely inclusive playgrounds) and provide accessible, engaging play opportunities for children and adults of all abilities.  The grant opportunity will be funded through the New Jersey Green Acres Program. Please click on the following link to provide input by completing the project survey: Ewing Township Completely Inclusive Playground Community Survey Your input is vital in helping us understand the recreational needs and priorities that will service all members of our community. The results will guide playground development as well as future programming and services aimed at improving accessibility for all residents. The public is also encouraged to attend any of three planned public hearings hosted by Mayor Bert Steinmann to learn more about the proposal and to ask questions or to provide comments.    Dates | Times | Locations December 15, 2025, at 6 pm at the Hollowbrook Community Center, Community Room  January 6, 2026, at 6 pm at the Hollowbrook Community Center, Community Room  February 10, 2026, at 6:30 pm in Council Chambers, Ewing Municipal Building, 2 Jake Garzio Drive, Ewing Please join us and share your feedback and help us to improve the recreation opportunities for all at Ewing's parks.

HEY SANTA!

COMMUNITY NEWS

Summer Internship opportunities with NJ Transit

New Affordable Housing opportunity in Ewing

Homefront has announced that applications are now being accepted for six 3-bedroom rental units located at 1219-1223 Lower Ferry Road, Ewing Township. These newly constructed homes are available to low- and moderate-income families.

If you decide to submit a preliminary application, you may email the completed application to HomesbyTLC@HomeFrontNJ.org; or you can drop it off in-person or send it by mail to Homes by TLC, 1880 Princeton Ave., Lawrenceville NJ 08648. Applications and instructions are also available at 1880 Princeton Ave. These details are also posted at https://www.homefrontnj.org/Get-Help#homes

The deadline to submit an application is January 8, 2026 at 5:00PM to be included in the random lottery scheduled for January 28, 4:00PM. Tentative occupancy is mid-February 2026.

Go, BLUE DEVILS -- 2025 West Jersey Football League Valley Division CHAMPS!

The Ewing HS Football Parents Booster Club is now selling discount cards as a fundraiser.  They are $20 each and are full of discounts and freebies for local Ewing businesses. Let's show our support for our hard-working students AND all our local businesses who are showing theirs. Email EwingFootballPBC@gmail.com.  #EwingNJ  #ShopLocal

Ewing Township Historic Preservation Society seeks community photos

The Ewing Township Historic Preservation Society (ETHPS) is seeking photos or photo books of the General Motors (GM) plant (also known as the Inland Fisher Guide Plant of GM) that was in operation in West Trenton from 1938 - 1998.  We are helping the Township locate a few photos that might be used in the new community center currently being built on Lower Ferry Road.   If you have photos or books with photos of the GM plant including indoor shots of the assembly line or products created (with or without employees) for us to consider, please contact Site Manager Amy Karen Harter at info@ethps.org or 609-883-2455.   Additionally, the ETHPS is gathering stories and photos of people who immigrated or migrated to Ewing between 1840 and 1960, for use in a new museum display. If you would like to share information about your ancestors or relatives who came here from Europe or the southern states of America, please contact Marge Delaney or Becky Urban at info@ethps.org or 609-883-2455. Thank you for helping us build the legacy of Ewing Township! Ewing Township Historic Preservation Society, 609-883-2455.  ethps.org

Dec. 19, Coffee with Ewing Council!

GIVING SEASON

Knights of Columbus “Coats for Kids” Program Ewing Council #3756 is helping to provide warmth to needy young children by participating in the Knights of Columbus “Coats for Kids” program. The goal of the “Coats for Kids” program as well as our goal is to ensure that needy children in our Parishes and surrounding communities will have their own winter coat. A donation of just $20.00 will purchase one coat and go a long way in reaching our goal. Think about that smile on the children’s faces when they receive a warm winter coat for this winter. Any business owner (name to appear in Church Bulletin) or parishioner who may also wish to participate should do so by sending a check made payable to the Ewing Knights of Columbus Council 3756 and mail to: Coats for Kids, Knights of Columbus Ewing Council #3756, PO Box 76, Ewing NJ, 08628

HEALTH, SAFETY & WELLNESS

Feeling Blue Around the Holidays? You’re Not Alone.

While the holiday season brings joy and celebration for many, it can also be an emotionally difficult time. Feelings of sadness, stress, loneliness, or being overwhelmed are more common than most people realize—and it’s important to remember that it’s completely OK to feel that way.

Simple steps like talking with someone you trust, maintaining steady daily routines, and being open about your feelings can make a meaningful difference. And if you need extra support, help is always available.

CONTACT of Mercer County offers confidential, compassionate assistance 24/7 through the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Whether you’re struggling or simply need someone to talk to, trained listeners are always ready to help.

📞 988 — Call anytime, day or night
🌐 www.contactofmercer.org
📞 Volunteer Training: 609-737-2000

This season, remember to take care of yourself and check in on the people around you. A little kindness goes a long way.

December Educational Programs for Older Adults

DOING BUSINESS: Job Fairs, Opportunities

Networking Opportunity: RSVP by Dec. 10

Love a Ewing business? Tell everyone! 

"My favorite Ewing business" is a readership favorite, and with so many entries we can barely keep up! Know that we will get to all of them, so keep them coming!  Click on the button to share which local businesses you love and why. Thank you to all the businesses that continue to make Ewing a great place to live, work, and shop.

'Choose Ewing' free Business Directory Registration

RECREATION HAPPENINGS

Ewing United Indoor Soccer

EUSA will be running indoor soccer at Fisher Middle School on Sundays starting Jan. 11, 2026 Registration is open on their website https://ewingunitedsoccerassociation.teamsnapsites.com. The league will have instructional division first followed by games. The league is for ages 4 through high school.

Adult Volleyball

Co-ed pick-up volleyball begins Oct. 1, Wednesdays from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Antheil Elementary. Open to all levels. Register online at ewingnj.org/recregistration.

Chess Club

Ewing Recreation chess club meets on Wednesday evenings at St. Luke’s Church on Prospect Street. Play is from 6 to 10 p.m. The chess club is also starting a Saturday afternoon program for beginners at Hollowbrook Community Center from noon to 2 p.m. Interested participants are welcome to attend or email Bong at bongortiz@yahoo.com.

Adult Indoor Soccer

Co-ed pick-up soccer begins Nov. 12, Tuesdays from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Lore School Gym. Informal play for all skill levels. Registration required.

New program registration system 

Online registration for Ewing Recreation programs and activities is now available through the CivicPlus Recreation Management program. CivicPlus replaces Community Pass. 

Book your space at Hollowbrook

Need a space for your gathering? Call Hollowbrook at 883-1199 for room rentals. For other program info, visit ewingnj.org/departments/community-affairs or call 609-883-1776.

LIBRARY PROGRAMS

FOOD SUPPORT & PANTRIES

Food Assistance Update

With the end of the federal shutdown, the Murphy Administration does not expect any further disruptions in the availability of SNAP benefits in 2025.

New Jersey issued full November 2025 Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to eligible households on the morning of Friday, November 7, following a federal court ruling. SNAP recipients are encouraged to check their Families First EBT cards at NJFamiliesFirst.com or by calling 800-997-3333 to confirm their balances.

If your household continues to need assistance due to the impact of the delay in SNAP benefits, please visit nj.gov/SNAPshutdown for available resources.

PUBLIC MEETINGS

Dear Neighbor,

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Your 2025 Ewing Township elected leaders, far right, Mayor Bert H. Steinmann, fourth from left, Council President Jennifer Keyes-Maloney; and from left, Vice President David Schroth, Councilwoman Kathy Wollert, Councilman Kevin Baxter and Councilwoman Sarah Steward.