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April 7, 2026

BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — Enter the world of the American Gilded Age at a special event presented by the Bordentown Historical Society (BHS) this weekend. The BHS will be hosting “Dining in the Gilded Age” on Saturday, April 11 at 3PM at Old City Hall, located at 13 Crosswicks Street in Bordentown ...

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WESTAMPTON, NJ – Have you ever wondered about the inspiration for some of your favorite books or the next project from a beloved novelist or nonfiction author?The Burlington County Library System (BCLS) is giving library cardholders insider access to dozens of acclaimed writers through its new ...

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NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — Ace Pickleball Club has opened its newest, state-of-the-art facility at Brunswick Shopping Center on Milltown Road, according to Levin Management Corp. (LMC), the center’s managing agent.The new Ace Pickleball Club 26,500-square-foot facility is billed as a year-round ...

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EAST HANOVER, NJ — An inspiring evening of celebration, connection, and impact is just around the corner. The Calais Foundation 14th Annual Gala is on April 23, 2026, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at The Hanover Manor in East Hanover.  Guests will enjoy a cocktail hour with passed hors d’oeuvres, a ...

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OLEAN, NY — Calling all antique lovers, treasure hunters and vintage enthusiasts: The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce is expanding its annual Communitywide Garage Sales into a two-day event in May.Dates will be Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9. In addition to Olean, sales will be in ...

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NEW JERSEY – Four popular Wawa-brand beverages have been pulled out of refrigerators sold at the convenience store due to possible containment of undeclared milk allergens, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).The company says that 16 oz bottle pints of Wawa Iced Tea Lemon, Wawa Iced ...

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HUDSON–The Olana Partnership has announced the opening of “Frederic Church: Global Artist” on Sunday, May 17 at Olana State Historic Site in Hudson. The exhibition commemorates the 200th anniversary of the birth of Frederic Church (1826–1900).“We are thrilled to present a landmark exhibition that ...

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NUTLEY, NJ - As anticipation grows for the return of cherry blossoms in Nutley's Parks, their fragance is already here! Returning this season is the limited release at Hyssop Beauty Apothecary of SAKURA (Japanese for Cherry Blossom), an homage to the beloved local cherry trees.Crafted by hand right ...

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EDISON, NJ - The School District will have a town hall to discuss the preliminary budget for the 2026–2027 academic year, which includes a nearly 12% increase in school taxes. The town hall will be on Thursday, April 16, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at JP Stevens High School. Registration is required ...

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Devil's Bowl Speedway in West Haven will kick off its landmark 60th season Saturday, April 26, with the inaugural "King of the Clay" event headlined by the DIRTcar 358 Modified Series.The 60-lap, $5,000-to-win feature will pit the best of Devil's Bowl's local 358 Modified drivers against top ...

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 LIVINGSTON, NJ — Public safety officials in Livingston announced this week that Smart911 — a free service allowing users to provide key information to 9-1-1 call takers during an emergency — is now available to individuals and families. “Smart911 saves critical time in an emergency and has proven ...

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TROY – From his humble beginnings as a Jordanian immigrant in the Capital Region to the 2025 Nobel Prize winner in chemistry, Dr. Omar Yaghi has had quite the journey. On Thursday, April 2, he returned to the place where his post-secondary education began, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC).Dr.

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BOCA RATON, FL — Nearly 1 in 5 teenagers in the United States is obese, according to new research from Florida Atlantic University, highlighting growing health concerns for adolescents nationwide.The study, conducted by researchers at the university’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, ...

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TROY – Mayor Carmella Mantello and the City Council continue to look at the city’s automated license plate readers (ALPR) provided by Flock Safety through a different lens.This past week, the Mayor declare a public safety emergency to keep the ALPR’s operational, after the City Council vote to ...

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MANASQUAN, NJ — The Manasquan boys tennis team earned a hard-fought 3-2 win over rival Wall Township this week, overcoming lineup adjustments and leaning on strong singles play to secure the victory.Despite being down one of their usual singles starters, the Warriors found a way to piece together a ...

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ELIZABETH, NJ — Residents are invited to celebrate culture, community, and a meaningful cause at the inaugural Elizabeth Portugal Day 5K Run/Walk, set for Sunday, May 31.The event will take place at Oak Ridge Park in Clark, with check-in beginning at 8 a.m. and the race starting at 9 a.m.

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WYNANTSKILL – Voters in the Wynantskill Union Free School District voted on April 3 to merge with the Troy City School District, by a 709-507 margin. The merger was a hot topic for several months, with signs for and in opposition springing up all around the community.Those in favor of the merger ...

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NEWARK, NJ - A tenant lawsuit against the owner and property managers of the luxury Eleven80 apartment building in Downtown Newark alleges five years of "unconscionable” rent increases, numerous maintenance issues, and retaliatory behavior by the property manager. The suit also details significant ...

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Photo by: Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMadeMILLBURN, NJ - History comes to thrilling life in 1776, the Tony-winning musical that brings the story behind the creation of the Declaration of Independence to the stage with witty satire, compelling drama, and a magnificent score. With music and lyrics by ...

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TRENTON, NJ — Carteret is among eight Middlesex County communities awarded $7,000 grants for a statewide April law enforcement crackdown campaign on “distracted driving,” Carteret Mayor Daniel J. Remain says.Officers from the Carteret Police Department will take part in New Jersey’s “Put the Phone ...

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - The South Plainfield Police Department is proud to announce its participation in the John R. Elliott HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers as part of the statewide recognition of the 25th anniversary of New Jersey’s John’s Law, landmark legislation aimed at preventing impaired ...

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Vermont State Police have arrested three men in connection with a series of off-road vehicle thefts spanning Brandon, Rutland Town, and Sudbury over the course of two weeks.The investigation began March 30 when troopers from the Rutland Barracks received a tip about a possible location of an ATV ...

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LONG BRANCH, NJ — City officials have announced a new partnership with Monmouth County that will expand and strengthen emergency medical services in Long Branch beginning May 1.The City of Long Branch, working in coordination with the Long Branch First Aid Squad, said the transition is aimed at ...

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TROY – As this newsletter is produced, the Artemis II space flight is on its way home, after making an orbit around the moon and going deeper into space than any other human ever has.The mission is commanded by 47-year-old Reid Wiseman, a Baltimore, MD native and a 1997 graduate of Rensselaer ...

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WEST BOCA RATON, FL — In West Boca Raton, the sound of rides and the sight of sliced fruit will fill a park as a watermelon festival takes over for three days this weekend.The South Florida Watermelon Festival will run April 10, 11 and 12, at Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, 12551 Glades ...

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BLOOMFIELD, NJ--It was March 31, 1997, when a group of eight men had a meeting at Obal's Inn, in Bloomfield, to discuss awarding scholarships to some worthy Bloomfield High students.On that night, the NCAA men's basketball championship game between the University of Kentucky and the University of ...

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The Vermont House of Representatives has formally recognized the Fair Haven Union High School Slaters bowling team for winning a second consecutive state championship, passing House Concurrent Resolution 243 on April 3.The resolution, offered by Representatives Canfield of Fair Haven, Casey of ...

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POMPANO BEACH — A $5,000 reward is now being offered for information regarding the shooting of a Pompano Beach man, who was found dead on North Dixie Highway early Sunday morning.Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) investigators previously identified the victim as 40-year-old Rayon Sanchez. Deputies ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — The Westfield High School flag football team is off to a solid start this season after a 3-0 record in March.The Blue Devils shut out Kent Place in the season and home opener, 6-0, on March 23 thanks to a 15-yard touchdown reception from senior Ana Sanchez from sophomore quarterback ...

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GREENVILLE — As the need for more agriculture educators across the nation grows, the ag teachers who go above and beyond in educating America’s youth and future leaders are more important than ever. In New York, 10 exceptional ag teachers were recently named as finalists of the 2025-26 Golden Owl ...

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