Our History
Advancing New Jersey’s Media Landscape
CNJN continues its legacy of service through accessible, impactful, community-driven media. The organization is expanding into streaming platforms, on-demand programming, and digital-first production workflows; ensuring every community voice across Central New Jersey has a platform to be heard.
Empowering Community Voices
CNJN launched Community Voices, a Video Journalism Acceleration Program dedicated to empowering civic leaders, local newsrooms, and critical nonprofit organizations. The initiative provides production support, strategic guidance, and distribution pathways; giving organizations the tools to tell their stories on a professional broadcast platform at no cost.
Building the Capital's Media Hub
The organization completed studio improvements at 1 West State Street in Trenton, establishing a fully equipped production facility at the heart of New Jersey's capital. With support from the New Jersey Civic Information Consortium and partnerships with local nonprofits, CNJN deepened its commitment to civic media.
Celebrating New Beginnings
On May 17, Trenton and Mercer County celebrated the grand opening of One West State Street. The event featured a multimedia presentation and ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora, marking a major milestone in CNJN's growth as a regional media institution.
Strategic Relocation and Growth
CNJN relocated from Princeton Municipality to 23 Orchard Road in Skillman, NJ, expanding its operational footprint and positioning the organization for the next phase of regional outreach across Somerset, Mercer, Hunterdon, and Middlesex Counties.
Rebranding and Expanding Vision
Princeton Community Television announced its relaunch as Central New Jersey Network (CNJN), reflecting a broader mission and geographic reach. The rebrand positioned CNJN as one of the largest public producers of original content in New Jersey, with programming spanning cable, streaming, and social media.
Founding of Princeton Community Television
The organization began as Princeton Community Television, operating out of two rooms at The Arts Princeton Council building. Over the following decades it grew steadily, moving to Valley Road School in 2003 and Borough Hall in 2013, building the foundation that would eventually become CNJN.