Mercer County Executive Brian M. Hughes announced the launch of Mercer County’s new Small Business Investment Program to help small businesses raise funding directly through retail investors in their communities and nationwide. Through a competitive bid process, the County selected SMBX, the online marketplace connecting small businesses and everyday investors, to run the program. Mercer County has […]
To aid to those most in need and provide for easier application, the County will prioritize the review of applications from businesses located within Qualified Census Tracts (QCT) or Opportunity Zones within Mercer County
Small businesses like Haute Nails & Co. are the heartbeat of our city
By Yolanda Danae’ When was the last time you took a stroll through downtown Trenton? Even ahead of the pandemic, the area was not much of an attraction and was in obvious need of a facelift. Long-time residents of the City recall a time when the neighborhood was bustling with people and businesses were booming. While many things have changed over the years, one thing has remained constant: Residents’ commitment to reviving their community. This can also be said for the owner of BeSuited, 21-year-old Evan Harris. In March, news circulated of a young man from Trenton who had, like many others, lost his job due to Covid-19.
