As Princeton experiences rapid growth, city leaders have introduced a set of residential design guidelines aimed at creating vibrant, high-quality neighborhoods. The guidelines, to be adopted by the City Council at a later meeting, would supplement the city’s...
Officials warn shoppers of credit card scams ahead of Black Friday
As Black Friday approaches, the Texas Financial Crimes Intelligence Center (FCIC) and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) are urging shoppers to use contactless payment methods to reduce the risk of credit card skimming. Consumers are encouraged to...
School board adds new trustee
Newly sworn-in Princeton ISD trustees are Carlos Cuellar, Bianca Washington and Duane Kelly. Bob Wieland/The Princeton Herald Princeton Independent School District Trustees Carlos Cuellar and Duane Kelly have been confirmed for new terms after the school board...
City council launches four park projects
New safety crossings are being painted, signed and staffed at seven Princeton ISD schools following discussions involving the Princeton Police Department, Public Works, Collin County and the PISD. Police Chief James Waters told the Tuesday, Nov. 12, special meeting of...
Habitat celebrates new homeowner
The second of five Habitat for Humanity homes is now complete on Harrelson Drive in Princeton. Three more will be built on lots donated by the Princeton Independent School District. John Kanelis/The Princeton Herald A mid-morning downpour didn’t dampen the joy as a...
New members join council
New Seat 2 Councilmember Cristina Todd and Seat 1 Councilmember Terrance Johnson are sworn in by City Secretary Amber Anderson. Bob Wieland/Princeton Herald Two new members have been sworn in to four-year terms on the Princeton City Council. City Secretary Amber...
Veterans honored at park ceremony
Princeton High School JROTC cadets presented the colors at the annual Veterans Day ceremony held at Veterans Memorial Park in downtown Princeton Monday, Nov. 11. John Kanelis/The Princeton Herald Those who wear the uniform of their country “bless this nation with...
Runoff for mayoral race set for Dec. 14
A longtime school volunteer will join the Princeton ISD Board of Trustees, and the Princeton City Council will have two new members. But the race for mayor won’t be decided until a runoff scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 14. Four candidates challenged the re-election of...
Local veterans recognized for service
Princeton veteran David Island was one of 25 veterans to receive a commendation Monday, Nov. 11, from U.S. Rep, Keith Self. Maddie Smith/The Princeton Herald Twenty-five veterans have received Congressional Veteran Commendations in a ceremony hosted by U.S. Rep. Keith...