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By JIM LONERGAN
April 10, 2026
MANASQUAN, NJ - Having come off a tough 7-6 loss to Mid-South last week, and having time with school being off to work out some of the kinks, The Lady laxer's seemed ready to roll from the first whistle to the last to soundly beat Holy Spirit 15-3 to move to 3-1 on the season.Junior's Sarah Sharpe ...
NEW BRUNSWICK â Christina Sciancaleporeâs face lights up when she talks about the transformation she has seen in one of her students at Roosevelt School who, not too long ago, was struggling in the wake of her parentsâ separation.How did Sciancalepore help the girl do a 180-degree turnaround, to ...
As families across the country continue to shoulder rising health care costsâpaying an average of $6,850 annually toward employer-sponsored family coverageâa new report is shedding light on how states compare when it comes to childrenâs care. Personal finance company WalletHub has released its 2026 ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ â The Ridgewood High School Varsity Cheerleading Team has etched its name into the record books this season, capturing the NJ State Championship for the first time in program history."I am beyond proud of this team and the hard work theyâve put in all year," said Coach Erica Casler.
MONMOUTH COUNTY â The Board of County Commissioners honored Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month during their Workshop Meeting held on March 26 in Freehold, highlighting the importance of education, support, and ongoing research for those affected by the disease.During the meeting, Commissioner ...
MIDDLEBURGH â On Monday, April 6, the Village of Middleburgh met and had a full agenda. The cemetery was an especially significant piece of discussion. Clerk Rebecca Kelley discussed the concept of adding the cemetery to the website, with photos and links. The website could also facilitate the ...
WARREN COUNTY, NJ â  Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) announced that his office has submitted 20 Community Project Funding requests to the House Appropriations Committee for consideration ahead of the Fiscal Year 2027 congressional appropriations process. Each of the six counties in New Jerseyâs ...
CAMDEN, NJ â Instructor Cornelius âConâ Duffy doesnât miss a beat when asked how many of his carpentry students have never touched a power tool before showing up to his class.âMostly all of them,â Duffy, a retired 43-year member of the carpenters union and the lead, full-time instructor at the ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ â To celebrate Americaâs 250th anniversary, Mayor Shawn Klein and the Livingston Township Council have unveiled patriotic banners outside of Town Hall.âAs we approach this historic milestone, these banners serve as a visible reminder of the longstanding freedom, resilience, and ...
NEWARK, NJ â One in four city residents experience food insecurity, according to the Greater Newark Conservancy, with barriers to fresh, affordable food access still persisting far after the COVID pandemic. To reach residents in high-traffic areas who are struggling with food insecurity, United ...
VERONA, NJ - Verona Baseball extended its win streak to five games on Thursday, defeating Tenafly 15-1. Charlie Pepe went 2-3 at the plate with three runs scored and two RBI. Drew Aromando had two RBI. James Martin had two hits and a RBI. Mason Newman and Steven Weil each scored two runs. On the ...
NEWARK, NJ - Phase Two of the Greater Newark Conservancy's Education Building at 32 Prince St. will be completed this spring, marking a major milestone in the transformation of one of the nationâs oldest surviving synagogue structures. Construction of the final phase is scheduled to start in 2027.
WAYNE, NJ â It was a cold Thursday evening, when Wayne Hills Flag Football came to Wayne Valley, but the Indians remained red hot, nearly blanking the Patriots 23-6. Behind the arm of Sophia Benaquista and several other Sophias on the team, Valley is now 3-0 and head coach Andrew Imperatore is ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. â Congressman Tom Kean Jr. (NJ-07) has submitted two Community Project Funding requests to the House Appropriations Committee on behalf of New Providence â a $4 million regional flooding mitigation project and a $245,000 police radio upgrade â as part of the FY2027 ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ â If youâre settling in to binge-watch the latest Netflix craze this weekend, keep a sharp eye out for a few familiar landmarks. The town of Hackettstown has officially made its streaming debut in the new series Big Mistakes, which premiered this past Thursday.The comedic crime ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ ÂÂâ Before celebrating his graduation this spring, Nico Cosereanu has one other life-changing experience he will check off his bucket list.On April 15, the School of Engineering student will appear in season 16 of âMasterChef,â Gordon Ramsayâs competition show featuring amateur ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. â Congressman Tom Kean Jr. (NJ-07) has submitted a $4 million Community Project Funding request to the House Appropriations Committee on behalf of Berkeley Heights and a coalition of Passaic River towns, seeking federal dollars to clear debris-clogged waterways and reduce the ...
NEW JERSEY â New Jersey residents who use e-bikes and e-scooters in the state should be aware of significant new regulations now in effect that are aimed at improving safety and accountability on local roads.According to guidance shared by local law enforcement, the updated rules introduce new ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ â A Piscataway woman was killed and three others, including two juveniles, were injured Thursday morning in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 80 in Wharton, according to a report by News 12 citing New Jersey State Police.The crash occurred at approximately 8:08 a.m. near mile ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ â The Morris Plains Centennial Committee is inviting residents to attend the dedication of the townâs new mural on Saturday, April 18 at 10 a.m.The event marks a key milestone in the boroughâs centennial celebration and will take place at the Train Trestle area, where the mural ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ â Macculloch Hall Historical Museum will host a special âRevolutionary Lifeâ tour on Sunday, April 12, inviting visitors to explore the Revolutionary and Founding Era through the museumâs historic collections.The event will be held from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Macculloch Hall, 45 ...
MORRISTOWN, N.J. â Assemblywoman Aura Dunn brought together municipal leaders from Legislative District 25 and representatives from state agencies at her district office this week during what has become an annual meeting to build relationships and address local issues. âWhat began as a way to ...
MORRISTOWN, N.J. â Assemblywoman Aura Dunn brought together municipal leaders from Legislative District 25 and representatives from state agencies at her district office this week during what has become an annual meeting to build relationships and address local issues. âWhat began as a way to ...
The Calais School invites you to its 10th Annual Transition Fair on Thursday, April 16 from 6:30 â 8:00 PM in Whippany, NJ. This in-person event supports students and young adults with disabilitiesâand the families, caregivers, and professionals who guide themâas they explore life beyond high ...
The Calais School invites you to its 10th Annual Transition Fair on Thursday, April 16 from 6:30 â 8:00 PM in Whippany, NJ. This in-person event supports students and young adults with disabilitiesâand the families, caregivers, and professionals who guide themâas they explore life beyond high ...
Editorâs note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed.STATE POLICEGeorgina McCullar, 48, of Jewett, was arrested April 5 at 12:34 a.m. in Hunter and charged with operating a motor vehicle with a ...
KINDERHOOKâThe Hawthorne Valley Farmscape Ecology Program (FEP) leads an âAmphibians at Lindenwaldâ guided walk hosted by the Martin Van Buren National Historic Site/Lindenwald, 1013 Old Post Road off Route 9H, Saturday, April 11 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.The walk gives participants an opportunity to ...
CASTLETON--Questar III BOCES is pleased to announce the appointment of Emma Johnson as its new director of health and safety.âEmma Johnson has a background in public health, emergency management, and school safety,â Questar III BOCES District Superintendent Gladys I. Cruz said in a press release.
ELIZABETH, NJ - The Bayway Family Success Center will host its C.A.P.A. (Child Abuse Prevention Awareness) Family Fun Day on Saturday, April 18, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Drotar Field and the adjacent Fred Erxleben Recreation Center.The free event will feature a variety of outdoor activities, ...
BOCA RATON FL â In Boca Raton, residents can celebrate their mothers, daughters and friends by mixing scents and leave with a personalized fragrance that they create at a pop-up, one-day Motherâs Day Scent Bar Experience at The Shops at Boca Center.The free event will take place on May 9 from 12 ...