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By HOME HELPERS FREEHOLD
March 20, 2026
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: Across Monmouth County, families are increasingly navigating the realities of supporting aging loved ones. Today, nearly one in five residents in the county is age 65 or older, and that number continues to grow. As a result, more families are stepping into the role of ...
RED BANK, NJ: Join the Parker Family Health Center for their 16th Annual 9-Hole Golf Outing, a day of fun and philanthropy in support of community health! This exciting event will take place at the scenic Rumson Country Club on Tuesday, June 9. Golf enthusiasts of all levels are welcome to enjoy a ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: Across Monmouth County, families are increasingly navigating the realities of supporting aging loved ones. Today, nearly one in five residents in the county is age 65 or older, and that number continues to grow. As a result, more families are stepping into the role of ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Mayor Matthew P. Anesh has officially proclaimed March 8–14, 2026 as MS Awareness Week in the Borough of South Plainfield, recognizing the impact multiple sclerosis has on individuals and families across the country.Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurological disease of the ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ –Somerset County Vocational and Technical High School (SCVTHS) students continued their tradition of supporting members of the Armed Services by sending care packages to bases overseas and helping wounded veterans here at home. The efforts were spearheaded by SCVTHS students Deeksha ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Mayor Catherine Payne presented members of the American Red Cross with a proclamation recognizing American Red Cross Month at the March 10th Township Committee meeting, The American Red Cross provides 24-hour support to members of the military, veterans, and their families; ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ - The Long Branch Board of Education announced its March Students of the Month at its recent board meeting.The following students were recognized for their efforts in the classroom:Milan Bernard - Amerigo A. Anastasia SchoolEssence Perez-Traymon - Audrey W. Clark SchoolArthur Araujo ...
PATERSON, NJ - Passaic County will host its first Homeless Connect Day on Wednesday, April 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 575 East 18th St., bringing together a range of services and support for residents experiencing homelessness or unstable living conditions.The event is ...
PATERSON, NJ - One of the great untold stories in the history of the Cosmos was how the club throughout the years has been a showcase of some of the best soccer players the United States has ever produced. In many ways, those Cosmos players from the late 1970s and early ’80s are the lost generation ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Katie Corby of Steinert has been named to the Colonial Valley Conference girls basketball first team.Corby, a junior guard, was honored with the selection in a vote of the conference's coaches. She averaged 17 points, 6.5 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 3.8 steals per game for ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Second time mayoral candidate, and former Bayonne City Council President, Sharon Ashe Nadrowski will appear in the top spot on the ballot for the upcoming May 12 election.The result, which landed Councilman Loyad Booker in the second spot and Bayonne Board of Education President Mary ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ — An impromptu guitar performance, emotional meltdowns by multiple board members during a pivotal vote, and repeated clashes with public commenters — invoking comparisons to “Trumpian” tactics — defined the Montclair Board of Education’s first public meeting since the still-undecided ...
Princeton, NJ — Celebrate the first weekend of spring with a spring in your step – and some tapping of your toes.The Princeton Folk Music Society concert hosts Lily Neill and Clive Carroll on Friday, March 20, in an event that will surely inspire toe tapping and hand clapping, thanks to this harp ...
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — Since the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association's (NJSIAA) elimination of the Tournament of Champions four years ago, the best teams are no longer able to compete for the ultimate crown. This leaves sports—including in boys basketball—with six champions and the ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — The Hoboken City Council approved on first reading a resolution aimed at addressing a projected $17 million structural budget gap by reopening collective bargaining agreements and identifying potential healthcare savings.The measure, introduced at the council’s March 18 meeting, calls ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — A proposed state budget that includes a record $12.4 billion investment in K-12 education could impact school funding in Hoboken, as officials work to address rising costs and stabilize aid.The Fiscal Year 2027 plan, introduced by Governor Mikie Sherrill, increases total K-12 state ...
RED BANK, NJ: Join the Parker Family Health Center for their 16th Annual 9-Hole Golf Outing, a day of fun and philanthropy in support of community health! This exciting event will take place at the scenic Rumson Country Club on Tuesday, June 9. Golf enthusiasts of all levels are welcome to enjoy a ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Panepinto Properties has announced the launch of leasing at 505 Summit, a 53-story residential tower featuring 605 apartment homes, sweeping Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty views, and an extensive suite of amenities in Jersey City’s Journal Square.Conveniently located next ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – Hanover Township Recreation is kicking off its spring season with the return of its annual Eggstravaganza, a multi-day event designed to bring families together through simple, seasonal fun.Fun at the 2025 Eggstravaganza. Credit, Hanover Township Parks & Red ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Board of Education (BOE) convened for a short meeting to introduce the 2026-2027 school budget on Thursday, March 19. Vice President Stacey Gunderman introduced the budget proposal, which features a 4.28% spending plan increase compared to the last year’s budget. The ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – A 57-year-old woman is accused of repeatedly stealing merchandise from a Coral Springs Target store over several months, totaling more than $1,700.A security guard at the store, located at 9600 Westview Drive, called police on March 14 around 7:36 p.m. after seeing Fazeeda ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Children will be able to climb into trucks, press horns and get ia glimpse of what it’s like to be a police officer or firefighter or drive a big rig as they explore the vehicles that serve the city at a Touch-A-Truck event in Coconut Creek.The event is set to run from 10 a.m.
NEWTON, NJ — It's more water fowl than foul balls these days at the baseball field in Memory Park. Newton officials are seeking federal funding to support a proposed improvement project at Babe Ruth Field, a long-standing recreational facility located within the park. The proposal was discussed ...
NEWTON, NJ—The Newton High School Class of 2027 is hosting a “Spring it On” Fundraiser that includes Music Bingo and a Tricky Tray.The event, which is sponsored by the Newton Pride Education Foundation, will take place on Saturday, March 28 at Newton High School. The event is only open to those 18 ...
SPARTA, NJ – Just like districts around the state, Sparta School District is facing budget troubles. Superintendent Matt Beck and Business Administrator Barbara Decker presented the 2026-2027 tentative budget at the board of education meeting on Tuesday, March 17.“I’ve been a superintendent since ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ — The Hackettstown High School varsity baseball team kicked off its preseason in impressive fashion, defeating Morris Catholic High School 8–1 in a scrimmage held at the Diamond of Dreams at Centenary University.Under the direction of Coach Poyer, the Tigers used the matchup to ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out. Macaroni & Cheese with Crab Cakes $15.50Fried Cod Fish & Homemade Chips, served with Cole Slaw and Tartar Sauce $15.50Crunchy Chicken Garden Salad topped w/Shredded Cheddar & ...
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 ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — If you picture a church thrift sale as a gym full of folding tables and cardboard boxes, the annual thrift sale at New Providence United Methodist Church is going to surprise you.The sale opened at the church on Springfield Avenue, and runs through Saturday, March 21. It is ...
ROXBURY, NJ – In what would be a significant shift from its long-standing fiscal philosophy, Roxbury officials are considering borrowing millions of dollars to accelerate road paving and sidewalk repairs.Roxbury Manager J. J. MurphyFor years, the township has prided itself on a pay-as-you-go ...