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By REBECCA GREENE
March 20, 2026
FAIR LAWN, NJ – Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! The exclamation of the borough's, and now the county's, official Town Crier, called out by none other than Tim Yuskaitis.The Bergen County Board of County Commissioners officially appointed Fair Lawn resident Tim Yuskaitis as the County Crier of Bergen County ...
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ — More than two dozen Woodbridge Township police officers rushed into icy ocean waters here for last weekend’s annual “Polar Bear Plunge” to raise money for Special Olympics New Jersey.Mission accomplished. Officers from Woodbridge PBA Local 38 raised a cool $6,430 with generous ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Excitement was high as South Plainfield Borough Hall rolled out the red carpet to hold its first major event celebrating South Plainfield's centennial anniversary on Saturday, March 14 with a special reenactment of South Plainfield Borough Council's first meeting. South ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Excitement was high as South Plainfield Borough Hall rolled out the red carpet to hold its first major event celebrating South Plainfield's centennial anniversary on Saturday, March 14 with a special reenactment of South Plainfield Borough Council's first meeting. South ...
PARAMUS, NJ — Coming up at the top of the week is an opportunity to shop for all things crafty!Taking place at Paramus High School on Sunday, March 22 is the Spring Craft Show. Running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., nearly 150 exhibitors across three states will be present, offering arts, crafts and ...
PARAMUS, NJ — Coming up at the top of the week is an opportunity to shop for all things crafty!Taking place at Paramus High School on Sunday, March 22 is the Spring Craft Show. Running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., nearly 150 exhibitors across three states will be present, offering arts, crafts and ...
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Central School District presented a proposed capital improvement project to the board of education during its March 11 meeting, outlining a plan designed to address infrastructure needs identified in the district’s most recent Building Conditions Survey.“Tonight we ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Ridgewood community is rallying their support for Jennifer Manke, a beloved George Washington Middle School Teacher.Diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in late February of this year, Manke is known for her kindness, creativity, generosity and unwavering support for others. “Jen has ...
EAST WINDSOR - HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – With the spring officially here and the weather getting a little bit nicer, consider a few things to do this weekend around East Windsor and Hightstown. Fish Fry Fridays: As the Lenten Season continues, so do the Fish Fry Dinners at the Hightstown Elks Lodge 1955 is ...
One of the many discoveries that I’ve made on this journey through the years is that the older you are, the less the big problems of youth bother you. The options concerning how I will wear my hair have been eliminated. I am no longer worried about losing my hair — I now keep it in a small box in ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - That furry harbinger of spring will be making stops around the borough on Saturday, April 4, 2026.The Easter Bunny will be doing the ultimate ride-along with the Fair Lawn Fire Department throughout the day on the Saturday before Easter Sunday.The truck will stop at various ...
CRANFORD, NJ - The 24th Garden State Film Festival (GSFF) will return March 26 through March 29, 2026, bringing more than 200 films from around the world to venues in Cranford and Asbury Park, along with filmmaker events, live podcasts, industry panels, and networking opportunities.In Cranford, the ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — The community is invited to a free event taking place next week that will discuss light pollution and its impacts on Bordentown and the rest of New Jersey.The Bordentown City Environmental Commission (BCEC) will be hosting a Dark Skies Walk and Talk on Wednesday, March 25 from ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — A 55-year-old woman was arrested after deputies say she repeatedly used a stun gun on her daughter’s ex-boyfriend after finding him half-dressed in her daughter’s bed.According to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, Veronica Karlsson called 911 on the morning of March 17 ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — In Coral Springs, the city trucks and emergency vehicles will soon line up, and their doors will stay as special needs children step inside and learn how the city works.The city will host its Touch-A-Truck event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at the Mullins Hall ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — A 30-year-old fugitive wanted for murder in Puerto Rico was found hiding out at a home in the Keasbey section of Woodbridge, the US Marshals Service said.Fugitive Juan Alberto Bordonada-Laureano was taken into custody on March 11th by US Marshals, the NJ State Police and police ...
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey State Police (NJSP) is urging residents across the state to be vigilant against ongoing fraud scams that target individuals, particularly elderly victims. “Fraud scams continue to target residents across New Jersey, particularly our most vulnerable elderly community ...
Linden, NJ- Students at School No. 9 in Linden got moving and learning during a lively assembly to kick off the Kids Heart Challenge! American Heart Association representative Melanie Layton led the event, encouraging students to think about how they can keep their hearts, bodies, and minds ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - The borough has ended the $1.00 daily parking pass at the Commuter Train and Bus lots, according to officials. The council discussed the matter over the course of several public meetings.Simply stated, this 1990s rate was no longer financially unsustainable. After administrative ...
PATERSON, NJ - Leqaa Kordia, a 33-year-old Paterson resident, has been released from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody after being detained for over a year, city officials and advocacy groups confirmed Monday. An immigration judge had set bond at $100,000 during a Friday ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Excitement was high as South Plainfield Borough Hall rolled out the red carpet to hold its first major event celebrating South Plainfield's centennial anniversary on Saturday, March 14 with a special reenactment of South Plainfield Borough Council's first meeting. South ...
KINDERHOOK--On March 21 at 3 p.m., the critically acclaimed American soprano Paulina Swierczek will be joined by internationally recognized pianist Erika Switzer in the next program on Concerts In The Villages’s (CITV) spring series of concerts. Featured will be two of the most demanding and ...
ROSELLE, NJ — The Roselle Police Department is alerting residents to a growing scam targeting local drivers with fraudulent court notices.Scammers are sending fake “Notice of Hearing” messages that appear to come from the Newark Municipal Court.These messages claim recipients have unpaid parking or ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — As the local landscape begins to shift into the vibrant colors of the season, Mercer Management Group has announced a new wave of "Spring Specials" for its premier 55+ active adult community, The Cottages at Compass Point.Located at 1111 West Bay Avenue, the development is currently ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — As the local landscape begins to shift into the vibrant colors of the season, Mercer Management Group has announced a new wave of "Spring Specials" for its premier 55+ active adult community, The Cottages at Compass Point.Located at 1111 West Bay Avenue, the development is currently ...
NEW JERSEY — A New Jersey singer-songwriter is making his mark on one of music's biggest stages. Jake Thistle, 22, of Paramus, has advanced to the Top 20 of American Idol 2026 after delivering a standout performance of his original song, "Sleep On Me," during the Ohana Round, filmed in Hawaii.The ...
MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. — Friday, March 20 marks National Proposal Day 2026, an unofficial observance tied to the spring equinox and celebrated as a symbolic day for couples to get engaged. National Proposal Day is observed on March 20, the date of the spring equinox this year, a day often associated ...
Basking Ridge, NJ — The Bernards Township Committee has taken steps to secure federal funding that would support critical stormwater planning and environmental compliance efforts across the township.At a recent meeting, officials approved a resolution to apply for $250,000 in federal funding ...
SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ — Residents across Somerset County, particularly in and around Bedminster, may notice increased law enforcement activity next week as federal and local agencies conduct scheduled training exercises. The U.S. Secret Service, in coordination with local law enforcement, will hold ...
With escalating food prices, now is a great time to start growing some of your own vegetables. Not only can you save money, but you’ll enjoy great flavor and maximum nutritional value.Take time to do a bit of planning. Your first trip to the garden center can result in buying more plants than the ...