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March 23, 2026

A 79-year-old Upper East Side resident on a crowded commuter train deliberately kicked a 15-year-old girl in the head at the Park Ridge station this afternoon, authorities charged.Commuters shuttling to and from the annual St. Patrick's Day parade in Pearl River packed NJ Transit trains, including ...

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The Borough of South Plainfield has proclaimed April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month, highlighting the community’s commitment to ensuring safe and healthy environments for children.The proclamation emphasizes that strong families and supportive communities play a key ...

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Princeton, NJ –One important component of the municipal budget is the amount of funding provided by Princeton University. President Chris Eisgruber, who is scheduled to present his annual update to Council at the Monday, March 23, meeting, has already given notice in his 2026 “State of the ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ — Service to others took center stage in Piscataway as the Central New Jersey Chapter of Jack and Jill of America hosted a symposium honoring the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. that connected generations through stories of the civil rights movement and hands-on ...

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BOCA RATON, FL — The second annual Boca Street Fest in Boca Raton's Mizner Park with music playing from two stages and vendors lining the plaza is slated for next weekend.The event will take place from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at Mizner Park and the amphitheater.Organizers say the ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL — A 78-year-old man was determined to get his friend to an interview recently, no matter if a female passenger in his silver Toyota Tacoma was just punched in the face and the police were behind him with their emergency lights on. As a result, Freddie Raysor of Fort Lauderdale ...

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 FANWOOD, NJ – The cafeteria at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School was transformed into mini 3D model of Historic Fanwood    on Saturday, as 40 family teams gathered to recreate pieces of local history—one LEGO brick at a time. The “Build Historic Fanwood” event marked the first program hosted by ...

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CHATHAM, NJ – The approval of a preliminary budget that will raise the tax levy by 5.99% is on the agenda for Monday night's 7:30 p.m. meeting of the Chatham Board of Education.The $99.7 million budget calls for $82,734,722 to be raised through a tax levy, which represents a 5.99% increase of ...

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MELBOURNE, FL – City Manager’s Activity Reports for February 2025 and February 2026 show increases in both police and fire services provided by the city. The two reports compare public safety activity for the same month each year.How Did Police Activity Change?Police responded to 8,762 calls for ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ — The Somerset County Prosecutor's Office Chief of Detectives was arrested Friday night by borough police and faces multiple charges of (1) operating a motor vehicle under the influence of liquor or drugs and (2) careless driving likely to endanger person or property.Francisco ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ — The Somerset County Prosecutor's Office Chief of Detectives was arrested Friday night by borough police and faces multiple charges of (1) operating a motor vehicle under the influence of liquor or drugs and (2) careless driving likely to endanger person or property.Francisco ...

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PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Sunday morning around 10am, the Plainfield Fire Department responded to a call about several dryers that caught fire inside a long-time laundromat on the 400 block of West Front Street.Several fire trucks were on hand, including one plugged into a hydrant. Several firefighters ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ – Governor Livingston High School’s Highlander Robotics Team, FTC 10785, delivered a historic and high-energy performance at the New Jersey FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) State Championship on March 15, 2026. After a full day of intense matches, the team finished third in the division ...

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STAFFORD - Starting today, Monday, March 23, 2026, George Harms Construction Co. Inc. will begin emergency repairs on a critical water main serving Bonnet Island. The project aims to restore a redundant water supply to the island, ensuring long-term reliability for local residents.The good news for ...

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STAFFORD  — Excellence at Southern Regional High School is often measured by the numbers on a scoreboard, but this week, the spotlight shines on character. Seniors Logan Transue and Kaedyn Lipowski have been officially named the school’s Shore Conference Sportsmanship representatives for the ...

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BARNEGAT LIGHT – The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is set to host a community skateboard clinic designed to help young riders of all skill levels roll into spring with confidence.The workshop is scheduled for Saturday, April 18th, from 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM at the Barnegat Light Skate Park, ...

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BRANT BEACH, NJ — The Long Beach Township Police Department (LBTPD) is gearing up for a high-energy summer, officially announcing the return of its premier youth engagement programs. Designed to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the younger generation, the department will host both the ...

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STAFFORD - Starting today, Monday, March 23, 2026, George Harms Construction Co. Inc. will begin emergency repairs on a critical water main serving Bonnet Island. The project aims to restore a redundant water supply to the island, ensuring long-term reliability for local residents.The good news for ...

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HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – A night of kickball, movement and community connection brought Hanover Township families together March 20 at Memorial Junior School, as part of the Township’s Mayor’s Wellness Campaign.Township and School staff participate in the Friday night event. Credit: FacebookThe ...

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BELMAR, NJ – Looking to add a little rhythm to your week? Belmar Recreation is inviting residents to trade in their usual midweek routine for something a bit more lively, with a salsa dance class set to bring energy, movement, and a touch of flair to the Taylor Pavilion.The 45-minute class will ...

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NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — There is something about a pasta dinner in New Providence that brings out the best in people.On Sunday, the DeCorso Community Center filled with the sounds of laughter and conversation, as community members gathered for the 11th Annual Pasta Dinner benefiting the Community ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out. Homemade Bowl of Chili, Rice & Homemade Tortilla Chips $15.50Double Chili Dogs topped with Shredded Cheddar & Raw Red Onions served w/Cole Slaw & Tots $15.50Turkey & ...

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LITTLE FALLS, NJ — St. Agnes' Episcopal Church will permanently close its longtime food pantry next month, ending a more than decade-long effort that has served hundreds of local families in need.Church leaders announced in a March 15 letter that the St. Agnes Food Pantry will hold its final ...

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RANDOLPH, NJ - The Randolph Township Board of Education held a meeting on Thursday, March 19, 2026—the meeting doubled as the board’s tentative 2026-2027 budget approval.The district’s Business Administrator and Custodian of Records, Kyle Bleeker, gave the tentative budget presentation.The overall ...

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Editor's Note: This article is part of a series sponsored by the Camden Education Fund about some of the exceptional Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics curricula taught at some of the city’s schools.CAMDEN — Dawn Wolfson, a science, technology, engineering and math teacher at Mastery ...

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Due to construction, the Nutley Public Library will be temporarily closed to the public until further notice.  For additional information about services and updates, please visit the library’s website at:  nutleypubliclibrary.org and social media pages.  To assist with reference questions or ...

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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — A diverse coalition of Rutgers University students, New Brunswick High School students, and regional supporters is organizing what is being called the first “No Kings” event in New Brunswick and at Rutgers University, with a rally and march planned for Saturday, March 28.The ...

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PARKLAND, FL- The City of Parkland will be hosting a State of the City event on Wednesday evening, May 13, 2026, at City Hall in Parkland.The State of the City will feature Mayor Rich Walker and Parkland City Commissioners and Staff sharing information and updates for the year ahead and beyond in ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The East Brunswick girls lacrosse team will open its season on Tuesday, March 31 at home against Steinert.The Bears have one more scrimmage this week in advance of their first regular-season game.Last season, East Brunswick posted an 8-11-1 record under head coach Jessica ...

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NUTLEY, NJ — There is something special that happens when young minds connect with history. It stops being names and dates and becomes stories, curiosity, and discovery. That spirit was alive and well at this year’s local history fair, held in the gymnasium at Nutley High School, where students ...

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