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By JAKE NEMCEK
April 1, 2026
WARREN, NJ – Riley Bobrowski threw a complete game no hitter, striking out 14 after walking the first two batters of the game and Olivia Videla delivered the tie breaking double in the bottom of the 6th to lead Watchung Hills to a 1-0 victory over Roxbury in their home opener on Wednesday.“We’re ...
CLAVERACK—The Claverack Free Library, 9 Route 9H, presents Threads of Tradition: Local Quilts and Their Makers, an exhibition celebrating the artistry, craftsmanship, and enduring legacy of quilting. The exhibit will be on view from April 4 through May 15 in the Marilyn & Bob Laurie Gallery.An ...
Princeton, NJ – I am writing this letter in my personal capacity as a concerned citizen and constitutional law scholar. As the leader of Indivisible Princeton, I also have experience organizing large public assemblies in Princeton, including political events that have required coordination with the ...
WARREN, NJ – Riley Bobrowski threw a complete game no hitter, striking out 14 after walking the first two batters of the game and Olivia Videla delivered the tie breaking double in the bottom of the 6th to lead Watchung Hills to a 1-0 victory over Roxbury in their home opener on Wednesday.“We’re ...
FLORHAM PARK, NJ - Florham Park Borough Council will hold its next work session meeting on Thursday, April 2nd, with discussions and routine approvals expected to focus on local operations, staffing, and municipal services.The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. at the municipal building, ...
MELBOURNE BEACH, FL- Viewers gathered on the beach Wednesday to watch the launch of Artemis II, NASA’s first crewed Artemis mission to orbit the moon.The rocket launched at 6:35 p.m. from Kennedy Space Center, sending astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canadian Space Agency ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Less than 24 hours after a 19-5 drubbing at the hands of neighboring rival New Providence, first-year head coach Anthony Porter had a simple message for his Governor Livingston lacrosse team: show up and compete.No extra film sessions. No marathon practice. Just desire.It ...
MELBOURNE BEACH, FL- Viewers gathered on the beach Wednesday to watch the launch of Artemis II, NASA’s first crewed Artemis mission to orbit the moon.The rocket launched at 6:35 p.m. from Kennedy Space Center, sending astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canadian Space Agency ...
NEWARK - An Elizabeth man involved in a Sunday morning car crash that resulted in the death of beloved Ironbound legend and former Assemblyman Alberto “Al” Coutinho has been charged with manslaughter and vehicular homicide, according to county prosecutors. Coutinho, 56, of Newark, was involved in a ...
NEWARK - An Elizabeth man involved in a Sunday morning car crash that resulted in the death of beloved Ironbound legend and former Assemblyman Alberto “Al” Coutinho has been charged with manslaughter and vehicular homicide, according to county prosecutors. Coutinho, 56, of Newark, was involved in a ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Asbury Park Police Department is currently accepting applications for Special Law Enforcement Officer Class I (SLEO I) positions, offering an opportunity for residents and aspiring law enforcement professionals to serve the community in a seasonal and support capacity.SLEO I ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – City residents would see a tax-rate drop under the proposed 2026 municipal budget unveiled at Wednesday night’s City Council meeting.The fully funded $114.1 million budget proposes a reduction in the municipal tax rate from $1.13 to $1.12 per $100,000 assessed value, according to a ...
A veteran Salem Central School District teacher was recently recognized nationally as one of two Teacher Scholarship recipients at the 13th annual Premier Conference on the American Revolution, held in Glen Allen, Virginia.Mary Skelly, who has taught at Salem Washington Academy for over three ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway Knights of Columbus invite volunteers to help assemble and deliver Easter meals to elderly individuals confined to their homes this holiday season.Help is needed from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Easter Sunday, April 5. All are welcome.See the attached flyer for additional ...
WATCHUNG, NJ — Residents are invited to lace up their walking shoes and join a new community initiative, “Watchung Walks,” beginning Monday, April 6. The weekly event offers an opportunity for locals to enjoy a relaxing walk around the lake while engaging in conversation with Mayor Ronald ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - A new playground makeover is underway in the borough. East Spotswood Park playground is being updated. Construction started this week according to a Nixle Advisory by the Spotswood Police Department. During the construction phase of the project, the playground area is closed. The ...
CRANFORD, NJ - As ticket sales continue through April 3, the Union County Daughters of Ireland are emphasizing the broader impact behind their upcoming Irish Heritage Dinner, a night of celebration and support.“This year’s Irish Heritage Dinner is the perfect expression of that vision,” said ...
KINDERHOOK -- Ichabod Crane Central School District announces petitions for candidates for the Board of Education are currently available. Petitions are obtained through the District Clerk Mindy Potts, in the Central Office, located in the high school building, 2910 Route 9. Three vacancies are to ...
Hundreds lined the sidewalks in across Washington County Saturday as part of a nationwide wave of "No Kings" protests. The movement, which takes its name from the idea that no individual is above the law, has drawn participants across the country in opposition to what demonstrators describe as an ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Police arrested Steven Bowen, the husband of Coral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen, Wednesday after her death in a domestic incident, according to police. Police Chief Brad Mock said at a press conference that police went to Metayer Bowen’s home on the 800 block of ...
Millburn, NJ — It was a bright morning when Millburn Mayor Frank Saccomaandi and Township Committee Member Ben Stoller and many other supporters, donors, and Paper Mill Playhouse Staff and other associates gathered for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the NEW F.M. Kirby CARRIAGE HOUSE AT THE PAPER ...
HANOVER, NJ - Hanover Township residents should be aware of these municipal notices:Whippanong Library Programs - Announced- Horticulture + Ecology: Tips for a Garden that is Wildlife Friendly- Spring Mosaic Coasters (Grades 6 – Adult)- Q&A with the Court Resource Center with Morris County ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ - A white Lexus crashed through the front entrance of Nicholas Creamery in Ursula Plaza on Wednesday afternoon.Witnesses at the scene said the driver appeared to be an older woman and was taken away on a stretcher. They added that a child who had been eating ice cream on a nearby ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Boca Raton police arrested two septuagenarian neighbors in West Delray Beach’s 55+ Bonaire Village Condominiums for shoplifting from Macy’s in the Town Center at Boca Raton mall.On March 28, a Macy’s security guard contacted police and told them that security cameras captured Maya ...
Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka took pains to highlight the accomplishments of the city's youth and how far Newark Public Schools has come during his 12th State of the City Address on Tuesday night at NJPAC. Education and the Newark school system took up a good portion of Baraka’s hour-long speech, a ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Construction continues this spring on Phase III of the Summit Park Line project, the long‑planned pedestrian 1.2 mile linear park running along the former Rahway Valley Railroad corridor, with two bridges scheduled for removal Wednesday and Thursday and new spans expected to be in ...
A Fort Edward man was arrested Monday on a warrant stemming from a domestic incident last summer in which he allegedly damaged property while violating an order of protection.Tyler J. Matson, 28, was arrested March 30 and charged with Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree, a class E felony, and ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ — The Scotch Plains-Fanwood outdoor track and field team is preparing for the 2026 season with a mix of experienced returners and promising newcomers, aiming to stay competitive as championship meets approach.The Raiders enter the spring following significant graduation ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Market Street Mission will once again welcome community members for its annual free Easter dinner in Morristown, offering a holiday meal to neighbors in need and anyone looking for a place to gather on Easter Sunday.The dinner will be served on Sunday, April 5, at 4:30 p.m. at 9 ...
NEW BRUNSWICK - City police have identified the body that was found on the banks of the Raritan River as a 25-year-old city man.Jose Reyes had been reported missing by his family in February, according to the New Brunswick Police Department.Police said Reyes was found at about 9:22 a.m. on March 25 ...