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By MIDDLESEX COUNTY OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS
April 16, 2026
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — The Middlesex County Department of Community Services is seeking residents’ input regarding how its services and programs meet the needs of the community. Community input is vital for identifying community strengths, service gaps, and areas for improvement, ensuring all ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — Middlesex County residents looking to reduce household waste and create nutrient-rich soil for their gardens can take part in a free educational seminar on backyard composting this weekend.The Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Middlesex County, in partnership with the Middlesex ...
BRANCHBURG, NJ – After falling by an average of just eight strokes in its first five matches of the 2026 season, the Hunterdon Central Regional High School boys’ golf team achieved its first victory of the season on Tuesday evening.While Bridgewater-Raritan High School (0-4, 0-3) produced its best ...
BRANCHBURG, NJ – After falling by an average of just eight strokes in its first five matches of the 2026 season, the Hunterdon Central Regional High School boys’ golf team achieved its first victory of the season on Tuesday evening.While Bridgewater-Raritan High School (0-4, 0-3) produced its best ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - At the Wednesday, April 15, meeting of the South Brunswick Township Council, South Brunswick Township Manager Bryan Bidlack provided an update on the ongoing water main repair situation which caused a boil water advisory to be put into effect township-wide this week.“I'm happy ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — It’s time again for one of Hoboken’s favorite traditions: Hoboken Mutzfest! The celebration of the city’s best mutz takes place Sunday, April 26 under the Viaduct at 14th St. and Grand. In addition to signature dishes from M&P Biancamano, Vito’s, Dolce & Salato , Mad Mutz, ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ — Dust off your capes and polish your shields! The signal has been lit over 1 Stateliner Blvd, and the message is clear: The 11th Annual Spring Phillipsburg Comic-Con is officially swooping into town!In an unprecedented team-up that would make even the Avengers jealous, the ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — The City of Hoboken Division of Health, in partnership with Hoboken EMS and the Hoboken Volunteer Ambulance Corps, will host two free community CPR and AED training sessions in the coming weeks.The classes will be held on Wednesday, April 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Friday, May 29 ...
Basking Ridge, NJ — Community members are invited to attend an upcoming workshop focused on improving focus and understanding the impact of technology on decision-making.The program, titled “Restoring Focus: Dopamine, Devices and Decision Making,” will take place on Tuesday, April 21 from 7 to 9 ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ — The Township Council approved a resolution at its April 14 meeting authorizing West Orange to partner with East Orange in applying for a $150,000 LEAP Challenge Grant through the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. The state has allocated $2 million for shared‑services ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ — The Hunterdon Central boys' tennis team defeated Phillipsburg, 5–0, in a Skyland Conference Raritan Division matchup.The Red Devils (3–2) controlled the match from start to finish, winning all five positions in straight sets. Senior Jake Christensen powered Hunterdon Central out ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – One by one, with relatives, police officers, and community members present, East Windsor Mayor Janice S. Mironov swore in Dominick Tarricone, Shawn Weeks, and David Janssen as the newest members of the East Windsor Police Department during Tuesday’s council meeting. According to ...
LAWRENCE, NJ – Bridgewater-Raritan snapped a recent slump with a 13-4 baseball victory over Lawrence on Wednesday.Bridgewater-Raritan (2-5), which had lost five straight, hit five triples in the victory. Steve Pikulin went 3-for-4 with a triple and three runs batted in.Kellan Komline was 2-for-4 ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — The Bordentown Historical Society (BHS) has partnered with students from Bordentown Regional High School to unveil a new project honoring three notable figures from the Revolutionary War era with ties to the City. The initiative features commemorative banners recognizing ...
BOCA RATON, FL — A domestic disturbance call quickly escalated when the man who was the subject of an investigation became irate and grabbed a gun, sending officers running for cover.According to a police report, at about 2:30 a.m. on April 13, Ricardo Del Rio became enraged while speaking with ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Nicholas Addis, the 36-year-old stepson of former Coral Springs Mayor Vincent Boccard, was killed early Saturday morning in a head-on crash involving a wrong-way driver on West Sample Road, according to the Broward Sheriff’s Office.According to BSO, Addis was driving a 2025 gray ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – Temple Sha'arey Shalom partnered with the Hanson Park Conservancy to hold its fourth consecutive Community Mitzvah Day on March 22.It was coordinated by the Jewish Federation of Greater Metrowest. More than four dozen people participated this year and helped clean up Hanson Park ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ — Burlington County seniors are invited to attend the annual Burlington County Sheriff's Office's Senior Citizen Police Academy taking place this spring. The free 6-week Academy will be held on five Wednesdays and one Friday from 1PM to 3PM each day at the Burlington County Emergency ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Broward Public School officials are moving to replace the Coconut Creek school resource officers provided by the city with district police officers at four schools. Starting in January under the current plan, district police officers will roam the halls at Winston Park ...
NORTH CALDWELL, NJ – Daniel Gorab struck out 13 batters to help West Essex complete a series sweep of Livingston with a 6-4 baseball victory on Wednesday.Gorab went 6 ⅔ innings, allowed three hits and walked one. None of the three runs against him were earned.CJ Fogg went 3-for-4 with a triple, ...
MILLBURN, NJ – Millburn's Department of Public Works on Thursday will begin setting up the new temporary parking arrangement between Lackawanna Place and Holmes Street on Millburn Avenue.The new setup will be on the Oscar Deli side along the north curb only. With this new temporary set up, there ...
Local Focus: New Jersey Travel and History“As a longtime New Jersey resident, I’m always reminded of the many incredible places across New Jersey that are waiting to be explored,” Senior Librarian, Katie Kotacska expressed. “The Judy Carson Travel Series is all about inspiring people to get out and ...
WEST CALDWELL, NJ – Caldwell ran its unbeaten streak to eight with a nine-inning, 8-7 victory over West Orange on Wednesday.Ryan Keenan's sacrifice fly in the bottom of the ninth scored Rich Musser with the tiebreaking run. Musser had walked, gone to second on a wild pitch and then advanced to ...
MANVILLE, NJ — Know a nonprofit doing great work? Now's the time to say so. Valairco Cares, the community giving initiative from Valairco Heating & Cooling, is calling on local residents to nominate their favorite nonprofit for a chance to receive a $500 donation — the program's 32nd quarterly ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Marcus Cosgile was excited to explore New Brunswick after moving here last May, but he had trouble finding a place to have breakfast.So, the man who considers himself a waffle enthusiast was inspired to open his own place.House of Waffles at 50 Paterson St. had its soft opening on ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ – With spring in full swing, the Monmouth County Park System is inviting residents to get outside, explore nature, and connect with local history through a variety of engaging programs and events for all ages.Kicking things off is Rockin’ the Trails, a countywide scavenger hunt ...
HAZLET, NJ: Families in Hazlet are invited to celebrate the special moms in their lives at the upcoming Mother’s Day Brunch & Bingo on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Held at the James J. Cullen Center, this festive morning event will combine a delicious catered brunch with lively rounds of bingo, ...
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ — It was a sunny Saturday morning for the annual Wood-Ridge/Moonachie Little League Opening Day parade and ceremony at 6th Street Field. The parade kicked off from the corner of Sussex Road and Valley Boulevard. Players, coaches and parents received an escort from the Wood-Ridge ...
HOLMDEL, NJ: Applications are now open for the 2026 Holmdel Police Youth Academy, offering local youth a unique, hands-on opportunity to engage with law enforcement in a positive and educational setting. Open to boys and girls ages 10 to 13, the week long summer program—held in two sessions this ...
WEEHAWKEN, NJ - A four-run sixth inning lifted Hasbrouck Heights to a 7-5 victory over Weehawken in a NJIC Meadowlands Division softball game on Tuesday in Weehawken. Hasbrouck Heights is now 6-2 overall, 1-2 in the Meadowlands with the win. Weehawken falls to 1-5 overall, 0-3 in the ...