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April 4, 2026

HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Hanover Township Police Department responded to 2,700 calls for service in March, according to the department’s monthly activity report, offering a snapshot of day-to-day activity across Whippany and Cedar Knolls.The report shows a mix of emergency response, enforcement, ...

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Long before her name lit up London marquees, Elizabeth Firth was simply “Jimmie” from Phillipsburg—a bright, musically gifted girl growing up on Market Street. Born on April 11, 1880, the only child of Joseph H. and Margaret A. (Lewis) Firth, she carried with her the legacy of a family whose roots ...

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RANDOLPH, NJ: As the nation commemorates the Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, County College of Morris (CCM) invites theatergoers to be entertained and experience the life of  American composer, playwright, actor, producer and showman ...

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BELVIDERE, NJ — Warren County is inviting veterans and military families to attend its 2nd Annual Veterans Expo, an event focused on connecting those who have served with valuable resources and community support.The expo will take place on Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at ...

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CLARK, NJ — Frank K. Hehnly Elementary School celebrated Read Across America by welcoming a range of guest readers, including members of the Board of Education, administrators, and community partners.Each guest shared a favorite story with a specific grade level, creating memorable reading ...

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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – Residents will have the chance to give new life to old items and find “new-to-you” treasures at the Scotch Plains FreeCycle Market on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Jerseyland Park (2354 Beryllium Road). Hosted by Scotch Plains Parks & Recreation ...

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – The Conservancy for Ridgewood Public Lands along with Ridgewood Parks and Recreation, Ridgewood Water and Green Ridgewood will be hosting their annual Daffodil Festival on Sunday, April 23 at Memorial Park in Van Neste Square, offering interactive activities and entertainment to ...

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SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit High School baseball team weathered yet another tight contest Thursday, edging Pingry 8‑7 in eight innings at Summit High to improve to 3‑1 on the early season.Summit jumped out with three runs in the first inning, but Pingry battled back throughout, tying the game and ...

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BOCA RATON, FL — Boca Raton area residents will have an opportunity to learn about the role of coastal restoration in protecting local shorelines during an upcoming installment of a free lecture series at the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center.The event, part of the center’s EcoWatch lecture series, is ...

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LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Little Falls’ girls recreational basketball program wrapped up a standout winter with championship runs, undefeated finishes and strong performances across multiple age levels.From the 3rd- and 4th-grade team to the 7th- and 8th-grade squad, Little Falls teams turned in dominant ...

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SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Common Council is set to introduce the city’s 2026 municipal budget and take up several quality-of-life measures at its meeting Tuesday, according to an agenda posted on the city website.The budget introduction marks an important step in the council’s annual review process, ...

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 RICHMONDVILLE – There are many clubs at Cobleskill-Richmondville High School, the most popular being FBLA and FFA. But there are also a handful of smaller clubs—and one of them is the Art Club. This club is student-run, with the advisor being an art teacher at the high school, Mr. Hopkins. At the ...

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COBLESKILL — On Saturday, March 21, 10 members of the Cobleskill-Richmondville FFA Chapter traveled to Windsor to compete in the Eastern Region Sub-States FFA Competition. The team competed against chapters from across the region, representing areas from New York City to the Northern Adirondacks.

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Looking to keep your kids occupied this summer? The Ridgewood Parks and Recreation Department has a variety of engaging activities planned!Among many offerings is a program centered around tennis. Find all the information here:Tennis Instruction:Age:Pre-K through AdultDates:Choose ...

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SHARON SPRINGS – A tree grows in Sharon…Two, actually.Weeping willows, at Dairyland.That is, until last week.That’s when the second willow was taken down. The first one came down about a month ago, according to Kyle Conley, former Dairyland owner and neighbor—he lives right behind the 63-year-old ...

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This week’s column is about bullying.According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), bullying is a type of violence experienced by youth that can happen in person and through technology. The CDC defines bullying as any unwanted aggressive behavior(s) by another youth or group of youths who are ...

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MIDDLEBURGH – The Middleburgh Library’s Crockpot Cook-Off featured nine soups and stews, one chili, and seven ‘others’ on Saturday, as chefs competed for prizes in the annual fundraiser for the library.Crockpot gourmets bought a ticket, sampled the fare, and then voted for their favorites in the ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The East Brunswick Police Department is asking for public assistance with a theft of copper wire which is believed to have taken place sometime between Wednesday, April 1 and Thursday, April 2. According to the East Brunswick Police Department, who posted an appeal on their ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The East Brunswick Police Department is asking for public assistance with a theft of copper wire which is believed to have taken place sometime between Wednesday, April 1 and Thursday, April 2. According to the East Brunswick Police Department, who posted an appeal on their ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Looking for something different to do for Mother's Day this year? How about a Mother's Day Brunch at the East Brunswick Ice Arena? East Brunswick's newest hot spot officially opened on March 22. The East Brunswick Recreation Department announced via its Facebook page on ...

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SCHOHARIE  – Talk about shifting gears into the fast lane while still in high school!Cobleskill-Richmondville High School’s Lydia Waage has a lifelong dream of being a dump truck operator and is pursuing that dream in the Heavy Equipment Repair and Operation (HERO) program at Capital Region BOCES ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Members of the Hillsborough Police Department invite the community, young and old, to join them for a hearty breakfast at the Star Diner, on Sunday, April 19, from 9-11 a.m.Police make every effort to engage with the community at other high-profile events during the year, ...

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COBLESKILL — A new addition to Main Street is bringing a taste of Japan to Schoharie County. Wei Sushi & Ramen, which recently opened its doors in Cobleskill, offers a refreshing change of pace for local diners looking for something beyond the usual fare.Located on West Main Street, the ...

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UPSTATE NEW YORK — The parent company of the Times Journal, Capital Region Independent Media, announces the launch of “Old-School Naturalist,” a new weekly column by longtime Hudson Valley journalist Marlene McTigue. The column will run in the Times Journal, as well as the Greenville Pioneer, ...

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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – Spring has finally sprung, and that means it's almost time for brush pick up. This year's pick up begins on Monday, April 13. Before the trucks come around, there are a few things to keep in mind:Scotch Plains conducts one spring brush & limb collection each year.Items may ...

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TINTON FALLS - More than 300 police chiefs from throughout the state gathered here Thursday, April 2, to recognize and honor the 25thanniversary of John’s Law, named in memory of a young Navy Ensign from Egg Harbor Township, who was killed in a crash with a drunken driver in July, ...

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HOBOKEN, NJ — The Hoboken High School girls flag football program enters its second season aiming to build on early progress and return to the postseason.Head coach Joe Borkowski, now in his second year leading the program, has guided the RedWings to a 1–1 start in 2026 after finishing 5–4 last ...

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TINTON FALLS - More than 300 police chiefs from throughout the state gathered here Thursday, April 2, to recognize and honor the 25thanniversary of John’s Law, named in memory of a young Navy Ensign from Egg Harbor Township, who was killed in a crash with a drunken driver in July, ...

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CLARK, NJ — The Township of Clark will conduct pickup of bulky items for Ward 1 on Monday, April 6.For the posting on the Township of Clark's website, click here.No appointment is necessary.For more information on the Township of Clark's bulk pickup program, click here.[Don’t miss any TAPinto Clark ...

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NUTLEY, NJ - It's all about the Easter Bunny at Nutley Parks and Recreation. Continuing a beloved tradition, Commissioner Mauro Tucci and the Township of Nutley Parks and Recreation team, hosted the annual Easter Eggstavaganza on Saturday morning April 4.TAPinto Nutley staff photographer Deborah ...

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