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By GUY KIPP
April 3, 2026
MATAWAN, NJ – Jack Vallillo drove in four runs and pitched a five-inning complete game in Holmdel's 15-2 baseball victory over Matawan on Tuesday.Vallillo went 2-for-3 with a home run and four runs batted in. On the mound, he needed only 56 pitches to complete five innings. He struck out six ...
COLTS NECK, NJ – Gavin Manasso scored four goals to lead Colts Neck to a 7-6 boys lacrosse victory over Freehold Township on Wednesday.James Cappello, Zach Caporale and Nick Cucchiara each scored a goal for Colts Neck (1-1), which led, 4-3, at the half and 6-5 after three quarters.Aiden Andreyko ...
HAZLET, NJ – Holmdel scored four runs in the third inning and went on to a 6-2 softball victory over Raritan on Thursday.Winning pitcher Julia Henderson struck out nine batters and walked none in seven innings.Natalie Clifford went 2-for-4 with two runs scored and two runs batted in for Holmdel ...
HAZLET, NJ – Holmdel scored four runs in the third inning and went on to a 6-2 softball victory over Raritan on Thursday.Winning pitcher Julia Henderson struck out nine batters and walked none in seven innings.Natalie Clifford went 2-for-4 with two runs scored and two runs batted in for Holmdel ...
SUCCASUNNA, NJ – Junior first baseman Tyler Jacobs connected for a two-run homer in the sixth inning and keyed a five-run rally in the seventh with a two-run double as Chatham rallied for a 15-11 baseball win vs. Roxbury on Thursday.It marked the second straight day in which Chatham (3-1) rallied ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ – The Long Branch High School softball team fell on opening day to Keyport High School 24-11 on Tuesday, March 31, in a slugfest between the two teams.“I thought we hit the ball really well,” coach Shawn O’Neill said after the game. “Everybody from our one-hitter to our nine-hitter ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From Easter celebrations and family-friendly festivals to packed schedules of high school sports and live performances, there’s no shortage of things to do in and around town this weekend, April 3–5.Good Friday kicks things off with a mix of community observances, including a ...
HAZLET, NJ – Will Meehan and Bear Evernham combined on a no-hitter in Raritan's 5-0 baseball victory over Middletown North on Tuesday.Meehan, a senior and a Boston College commit, struck out nine batters and walked four in four innings. Evernham, a sophomore, came on to throw three perfect innings ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From Easter celebrations and family-friendly festivals to packed schedules of high school sports and live performances, there’s no shortage of things to do in and around town this weekend, April 3–5.Good Friday kicks things off with a mix of community observances, including a ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Thursday afternoon, the Plainfield City Clerk conducted a drawing to determine ballot positioning in the Tuesday, June 2 election where five candidates will compete in the Democratic primary for two city council seats.This will be the third primary election in Plainfield since ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - At a board of education meeting held March 25, attendees were treated to two presentations showcasing recent happenings in South Plainfield Schools. Assistant Principal Tameka Grier-Dupiche took to the podium to share a slideshow highlighting recent activities within the ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ — The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School boys lacrosse team opened its division schedule in dominant fashion, defeating Morris Knolls, 17-8, on Thursday.The Raiders showcased a balanced offensive attack, with nine different players finding the back of the net. Leading the ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - “If you walk the halls of GW, Mrs. Manke's artistic visions and student work are visible around every turn, from the cafeteria eighth grade murals, ceiling tiles throughout the building, hanging banners, the Anthony Albergate Memorial, and the rock path on the front lawn. Jen has ...
JEFFERSON, NJ - Jefferson Township has been awarded the 2025 “Healthy Town” Designation by the New Jersey Healthcare Quality Institute (NJHQI). This recognition is the result of the efforts of the Township to offer and promote programs through the Mayor’s Wellness Campaign (MWC).“This designation ...
DENVILLE, NJ – Senior tri-captains Lilly Arps, Peyton Furst and Annie Irish combined to produce eight goals, an assist and six draw controls as the undefeated Chatham girls lacrosse team won its third straight to open the season, 13-7 vs. Morris Knolls on Thursday.Chatham (3-0) hosts Darien (CT), ...
BAYONNE, NJ – Bayonne scored seven runs in the second quarter and went on to a 15-5 softball victory over North Bergen on Thursday.Annalyse Colombani hit two doubles and a single and drove in four runs for the Bees (1-1), who led, 9-0, after two innings.Leanna Pelliccia hit a home run, Megan Beebe ...
SPARTA, NJ – After a decisive 11-1 win at Morris Hills on Monday, Sparta High School baseball dropped the next game at home against the Scarlet Knights on Wednesday, 6-3.On Wednesday, Sparta had the lead in the first two innings. With a full count and two outs, Morris Hills got on with a walk. ...
WHIPPANY, NJ – Another Hanover Township-area matchup played out Wednesday, with Whippany Park falling to neighboring Hanover Park, 3-1.The Whippany Wildcats kept things close throughout, holding the Hanover Hornets to a single early run before Hanover Park added two runs in the sixth inning to ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ – Gavin Slicner hit two home runs and two pitchers combined on a one-hitter to lead Woodbridge to a 10-0 baseball victory over St. Thomas Aquinas on Thursday.Slicner scored four runs, stealing two bases and drawing two walks out of the leadoff spot for the Barrons (1-1), who scored ...
On March 18th the Flemington Area Food Pantry was awakened by the sounds of Italian music as twelve members of the Italian-American Heritage Club of Hunterdon County stood outside, greeting community members as they arrived for food assistance. This would not be the first time the Italian Club, ...
Elevated and raised bed gardens can expand your planting options and make planting and maintenance easier and more convenient. You’ll be able to plant, weed and harvest with minimal bending or even from the luxury of a chair or bench. Elevated gardens are basically containers on legs. You can find ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - Processed food, specifically baked goods, is one of the biggest culprits of America's thickening waistlines. You don't have to give up all baked goods, though, if you eat and cook using fresh milled flour, which offers superior nutrition.Poppy's Kitchen, a local Licensed NJ Cottage ...
MELBOURNE BEACH, FL- A rescued manatee found trapped in a stormwater pipe is scheduled to return to local waters Tuesday, April 7, according to Melbourne Beach officials.Town Manager A. Marie Smith announced at a Special Town Commission meeting Thursday that Melby, a rescued Melbourne Beach ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The Hawthorne Environmental Commission and the Hawthorne Board of Education are sponsoring the 34th Annual Cel-Earth-Bration on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the Hawthorne High School cafeteria from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This year’s theme is “Protect, Restore, Thrive in ...
PERTH AMBOY, NJ – South Brunswick scored seven runs in the fifth and sixth innings combined and went on to an 8-6 baseball victory over Perth Amboy on Thursday.Tyler Szakacs pitched six innings in relief to get the win. He struck out 10, walked two and allowed four hits. Perth Amboy (0-4) got five ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Authorities are investigating after an unresponsive individual was found along Patriots Path in Morristown on Wednesday afternoon.According to officials, Morristown Police and emergency medical services responded at approximately 3 p.m. on April 1 to an area of Patriots Path across ...
KENILWORTH, NJ- Fruit Republique Juicery located at 522 Boulevard recently announced that in celebration of National Acai Day, which takes place Monday, April 6, patrons can enjoy $10 Bowls and a $5 Acai Smoothie.The Acai Bowl deal includes two fruits, two toppings, and one drizzle. The acai ...
BUFFALO, NY — An Olean man has pleaded guilty to a drug charge, U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo’s announced Thursday. Isaiah Josiah Dre Riley, 23, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Lawrence J. Vilardo to possession with intent to distribute five grams or more of methamphetamine. He faces a ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out. Eggplant Parm over Linguine, served with Garlic Bread $15.50Lobster Ravioli w/choice of Vodka, Marinara or Alfredo Sauce, served with Garlic Bread $15.50Homemade Tuna Salad & American ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — St. Joe's has probably seen quite enough of Andrew Bena by now this school year.Bena, a sophomore left-hander, pitched six strong innings in his varsity debut on the mound to lift South Plainfield to a 6-2 baseball victory over St. Joseph of Metuchen on Thursday afternoon.The ...