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By GABRIELLA DRAGONE AND KRISTEN DOWNEY
April 2, 2026
MONTCLAIR, NJ – The Paterson Healing Collective (PHC) brought policymakers, hospital leaders, researchers, advocates, and violence intervention workers to Montclair State University on Tuesday for a symposium centered on one question: What if public safety began with care instead of punishment?The ...
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 ...
MADISON, NJ — Residents will have an opportunity to securely dispose of sensitive documents during Madison Rotary’s Shred-It Day, scheduled for Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon.The event will take place at the corner of Kings Road and Maple Avenue in Madison, with entry from Maple ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Vote-by-mail ballots are now available for the Special General Election in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District, as state officials continue to emphasize that New Jersey’s election system remains secure, accessible and under state control.Gov. Phil Murphy signed a writ of ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — New Providence Recreation, in partnership with the New Providence PBA Local #132, will host the 2026 Fishing Derby on Saturday, May 2, from 8 to 11 a.m. at Oakwood Park.The event is open to children ages 15 and under. The cost to participate is $7 per child. The pond will be ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Vote-by-mail ballots are now available for the Special General Election in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District, as state officials continue to emphasize that New Jersey’s election system remains secure, accessible and under state control.Gov. Phil Murphy signed a writ of ...
Basking Ridge, NJ — All six schools in Bernards Township are now equipped with emergency response lockers following a joint effort between the Bernards Township Law Enforcement Fund and the AT EASE Foundation.The initiative includes the donation of six lockers—five provided by the Law Enforcement ...
HAMILTON, NJ – Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJUH Hamilton), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, honored Zahid Baig, MD, Gastroenterologist, and Medical Staff Vice Chair of the Department of Medicine at RWJUH Hamilton, on National Doctors' Day for exemplifying compassionate care, ...
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 ...
MILLBURN, NJ – April 1, 2026 – Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee, Producing Artistic Director; Michael Stotts, Executive Director), recipient of the Regional Theatre Tony Award, begins performances tonight for 1776. The Tony Award-winning musical opens this Sunday, April 5 at Paper Mill ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ — The Morris Plains Borough Council is set to take up a range of community items at its Thursday, April 2 meeting, including pool repairs, a fireworks contract extension, and several event approvals impacting residents throughout the borough.The meeting agenda includes approval of ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - South Brunswick Public Affairs Coordinator Jennifer Poppy announced this week that the township is continuing work through the Fresh Impressions Road Improvement-Phase III project. Construction work is now taking place on multiple roadways in the township, including Welcome ...
The East Brunswick community came together in festive spirit on Saturday, March 28, for the annual East Brunswick PBA Local 145 and PBA Local 145A Easter Egg Hunt, held from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the East Brunswick Community Arts Center. The outdoor event, designed for children ages 12 and ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Proof that the Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School wrestling team improved as the season went on came Jan. 31.The team, which posted a 6–6 record during the season, placed second overall in the Raritan Valley League Tournament, held at the school.Mike Denver, who coaches the team ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Getting the itch to clean out the closets, the basement and even the attic? Well, then now is the perfect time to register for the borough's annual Spring Community Yard Sale on Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This popular borough-wide event is sponsored ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ - Flemington-Raritan Baseball held its annual opening day ceremonies March 28.
VERONA, NJ – Verona dominated the faceoff circle to come away with a 9-7 boys lacrosse victory over Millburn on Wednesday.Dante Palmer of Verona (2-0) won 20 of 21 faceoffs in a game that was otherwise close.Timmy Hansen finished with three goals and one assist for Millburn (1-1). Nick Ferraro had ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — The husband of Coral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen has been charged with premeditated murder and tampering with or fabricating physical evidence.Stephen Bowen is being held at Broward County Jail with no bond.According to a statement from Coral Springs police, police ...
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 ...
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 ...
MADISON, NJ — Two days after opening the season with a 16-4 win over Pequannock, Madison baseball was unable to complete the sweep Wednesday, falling 8-3 to the Panthers on the road.The Dodgers moved to 1-1 on the season after Pequannock answered Madison’s home-opening victory with a strong ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Morristown’s baseball team erased an early deficit and carried a lead into the late innings, but Chatham rallied for seven runs in the sixth and held on for a 12-11 victory on Wednesday, April 1.Morristown dropped to 1-1 on the season, while Chatham improved to 2-1 after a ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - The Kenilworth Public Library is offering the following adult programs for the month of April.“Weave with us”: Join us for weaving at the Kenilworth Public Library on Monday, April 6, 2026. Join us and enjoy the company of fellow weavers. Bring your portable loom! Beginners ...
April 1, 2026, Morristown, NJ – For an incredible 17th year, Atlantic Health has earned a spot on the national Great Place to Work® and Fortune’s list of the “100 Best Companies to Work For®,” ranking number 75. This honor underscores Atlantic Health’s commitment to fostering an exceptional ...
SUMMIT, NJ — As alcohol use trends continue to raise concern nationwide and across New Jersey, Union County officials are launching a free public webinar aimed at prevention and education for both adults and teens.April marks National Alcohol Awareness Month, and county leaders, in partnership with ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Each April, communities across the country observe Autism Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding, acceptance, and support for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).In Mountainside, educators and specialists who work closely with neurodiverse ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ – Dayton got three goals apiece from three different players in a 10-5 boys lacrosse victory over Hackettstown on Wednesday.Austin Klein finished with three goals and two assists for Dayton (2-0), which outscored Hackettstown, 6-3, in the second quarter to take an 8-4 halftime ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - Captains Joe Matullo and Rich Mulligan from the West Orange Fire Department took out some time from their busy schedules to meet with high school CPR students on March 27."Our CPR course is taken by every 12th grade student at WOHS to fulfill their health education requirement as ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ - A Ewing man faces several drugs charges after a week long investigation into the distribution of narcotics conducted by the Mercer County Narcotics Task Force led to the seizure of various narcotics totaling approximately $23,200, Mercer County Prosecutor Janetta D. Marbrey ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — The countdown is on for the FIFA 2026 World Cup games this summer and the numbers are startling.An estimated attendance of 1.5 million visitors from more than 200 countries. About 5,000 accredited journalists from every major market across the globe. And the average World Cup ...