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By SARAH SHOCKEY - NJ STATE HOUSE NEWS SERVICE
April 4, 2026
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Legislature voted recently on three bills aimed at regulating and monitoring the state’s growing number of data centers.The Senate passed S3379, which would require data center owners and operators to submit semi-annual reports on water and energy use to the Board of ...
NEW JERSEY — New Jersey ranks among the top 10 states in the nation for online searches related to GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, as interest in medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro continues to surge—often outside traditional medical channels.According to new data released by Tmrw, New Jersey ...
ROSELLE, NJ — The Borough of Roselle Department of Recreation is inviting young athletes to step up to the plate this spring with its 2026 girls softball program, open to students in grades 3 through 8.The developmental and scrimmage-based program will run from April through June 2026, offering ...
HILLSIDE, NJ — An eighth-grade student from Hillside Innovation Academy is being recognized for her financial savvy after earning top honors in a statewide competition.Uwaila Agheyisi was named one of seven winners in the 2026 Stock Market Challenge hosted by the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
POMPANO BEACH, FL — Families in Pompano Beach will have another opportunity to explore educational options as Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) opened its School Choice Late Application Window for the 2026/27 school year. The late application period allows students across the district—including ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of Commissioners is set to approve its $559 million budget later this month, which includes a 2 percent increase in the tax levy (the amount of money that’s raised in property taxes) from 2025.With the revenue and appropriations, the budget is ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — An Elizabeth resident has been charged in connection with a deadly car crash in Newark that claimed the life of a 56-year-old man, according to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office.27-year-old John M. Arango-Taborda was arrested on Wednesday, following the March 29 crash at the ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ - A ceremonial groundbreaking was held on Tuesday, March 31, for the long-awaited addition to Firehouse #3, also known as the Faitoute Hose Company, in Roselle Park. Borough officials and members of the Roselle Park Fire Department were on hand to break ground and mark the ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast of Cranford Radio compiles what's happening in Cranford. Cranford Community Good Friday Prayer Service — Friday, April 3 Calvary Lutheran Church will host this year’s service at noon.Blood Drive — Friday, April 3 Calvary Tabernacle is hosting a blood ...
MONTVILLE, NJ - The Montville Township Police Department received a call reporting a shooting at a residence on Majorca Road in Towaco at around 9:10 p.m. on Friday, April 3, according to MTPD Chief Andrew Caggiano. Caggiano said officers responded and secured the area. The Montville Township ...
HUDSON -- No Kings in Hudson came in three phases on March 28. First people gathered in the 7th Street Park for speeches, then paraded down Warren Street, crossed at 5th to Union Street, and continued down Union to the steps of the Columbia County Courthouse for more speeches and music.Indivisible ...
MILLBURN, NJ – Millburn police charged a Roselle teen after two theft cases at downtown businesses last month.On March 20, Det. Wichelns of the Millburn Police Department closed a theft investigation at Coffee Mill on Main Street after the owner reported his cell phone with a wallet case containing ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ — The soon-to-be-formed Kiwanis Club of West Orange has officially reached a major milestone, securing its initial 15 members and moving one step closer to becoming the newest addition to the Kiwanis family.To mark the occasion, organizers have scheduled a Charter Organization Night ...
Manasquan, NJ – A dominant fourth inning and strong pitching performance powered Manasquan to a 6-2 win over Central Regional, completing a two-game sweep and giving the Warriors a 2-0 start to the season.In a game that began as a tightly contested pitching duel, Manasquan leaned on timely hitting ...
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 ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Township Committee moved forward on several community initiatives during its March 24 meeting, highlighted by preparations for Springfield’s 250th anniversary, action on local ordinances, and resident concerns over environmental and safety issues.Director of the Business ...
CEDAR GROVE, NJ - The Cedar Grove Baseball team defeated Glen Ridge on Thursday, 6-5, surviving a seventh-inning rally that nearly trimmed the three-run deficit. The Panthers improve to 2-1. The Panthers started off the game with a five-run first inning. Dominic San Giacomo, Jake Scirica, John ...
BERNARDSVILLE, NJ - On Wednesday, March 11th, five student leaders from the Technology and Robotics club kicked off their 3rd annual STEM competition at Bernards High School. Lucian Spiteri, Dheirya Tyagi, Elizabeth Chen, Charlie Quinn and Jack Ecklund invited 11 other northern New Jersey high ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - The sights and sounds of baseball returned as Hasbrouck Heights Little League celebrated the opening of the 2026 season on Inserra Field on Saturday, March 28.The Hasbrouck Heights Police Department escorted the 270 players and their coaches in the annual parade from Borough ...
SADDLE BROOK, NJ – Freshman Emma Vallone pitched a three-hitter, striking out 10, as Hasbrouck Heights defeated Saddle Brook, 7-1, in a NJIC non-divisional softball game on Friday in Saddle Brook. Hasbrouck Heights improves to 2-0 on the season. Saddle Brook is now 2-2.Hasbrouck Heights scored ...
Passover, also known as Pesach, is one of the most significant holidays in Judaism, commemorating the ancient Israelites’ liberation from slavery in Egypt. Rooted in the biblical story of the Exodus, the holiday reflects themes of freedom, faith, and resilience. The name “Passover” comes from the ...
Passover, also known as Pesach, is one of the most significant holidays in Judaism, commemorating the ancient Israelites’ liberation from slavery in Egypt. Rooted in the biblical story of the Exodus, the holiday reflects themes of freedom, faith, and resilience. The name “Passover” comes from the ...
Brought to you by: WAYNE, NJ — The lone Wayne Hills representative at the individual wrestling state championships in Atlantic City, Jamal Kouzer, has been chosen as his school’s Athlete of the Month for March. He earned this title and his trip to AC through discipline, dedication and a desire to ...
PARK RIDGE, NJ – Park Ridge rallied, scoring two runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to send the game into extra innings, and that added one more in the ninth for a 5-4 victory in a NJIC non-divisional boys baseball game on Thursday in Park Ridge.The Aviators are now 1-1 on the season.Jack ...
RED BANK, NJ: The borough’s annual Vegetative Waste and Brush Collection program returns this spring, with monthly pickups scheduled for April through October. The service provides residents with a designated day each month—based on their zone—for the collection of brush, leaves, and other yard ...
UNION, N.J. — The Township of Union is among 27 New Jersey ZIP codes recognized as some of the hottest real estate markets in the nation, ranking No. 60 overall in a recent report by Realtor.com.The ranking is part of the company’s list of the 99 hottest housing markets in the United States, which ...
Passover, also known as Pesach, is one of the most significant holidays in Judaism, commemorating the ancient Israelites’ liberation from slavery in Egypt. Rooted in the biblical story of the Exodus, the holiday reflects themes of freedom, faith, and resilience. The name “Passover” comes from the ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY — Brookdale Community College continues to build momentum in the rapidly expanding world of collegiate esports, announcing that Old Bridge High School senior Evan Kraja has signed a National Junior College Athletic Association Esports (NJCAAE) Letter of Intent to join its ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY — Brookdale Community College continues to build momentum in the rapidly expanding world of collegiate esports, announcing that Old Bridge High School senior Evan Kraja has signed a National Junior College Athletic Association Esports (NJCAAE) Letter of Intent to join its ...
Lou DiChiaro, a longtime baseball coach from Fair Lawn, and Larry Thomas, an octogenarian and Guinness World Record-holding skydiver, have one thing in common: they don't let their heart conditions keep them from doing what they love.They also both sought care at RWJBarnabas Health, where their ...