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March 17, 2026

When Michael B. Jordan stepped onto the Academy Awards stage Sunday night to accept the Oscar for Best Actor, it was not only a milestone in his celebrated acting career. For many in Newark, it was a hometown victory. The Newark native won his first Oscar for his performance portraying twin ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Big Boss Jewelry & Pawn in Coral Springs is seeing an influx of customers as gold and silver prices climb to historic highs, prompting many to sell jewelry, coins and other valuables.Gold has recently hovered near $5,000 to $5,200 per ounce, while silver has traded between ...

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WEST BOCA RATON, FL — A West Boca Raton closing agent is accused of stealing more than $4 million from the title company where he worked, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.Investigators say Michael Mansueto, 42, carried out an extensive scheme to divert funds from Bankers Title ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL – A stretch of University Drive in Coral Springs was closed Tuesday afternoon following a crash involving a pickup truck and a 71-year-old male, police said.Northbound lanes of University Drive were shut down just north of NW 20th Street near Royal Palm Boulevard shortly after ...

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When Michael B. Jordan stepped onto the Academy Awards stage Sunday night to accept the Oscar for Best Actor, it was not only a milestone in his celebrated acting career. For many in Newark, it was a hometown victory. The Newark native won his first Oscar for his performance portraying twin ...

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CLARK, NJ — Mother Seton Regional High School's March Enrichment Saturdays for 6th through 8th grade girls has one more date for you! Join the fun this Saturday, March 21. Session 1 is 8:45 a.m.-10:15 a.m. Session 2 is 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Each session is $45. Register at motherseton.org.Creative ...

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NEWARK - Nine candidates running for the four available Board of Education seats in the April 21 election have prioritized areas most in need of improvement – mental health support, community engagement, school meal quality and infrastructure. Three of the seats on the nine-member school board ...

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MADISON, N.J. — Families are invited to celebrate the arrival of spring at the Madison Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Easter Fun Fest, set for Saturday, March 28, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in downtown Madison.The popular community event, organized by the Chamber and its member businesses, ...

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Princeton, NJ — Continuing with a 2026 lucky streak for Princeton’s walkers and bikers, in February there were no motor vehicle crashes involving pedestrians or bicyclists. However, February did see one ownership dispute between a man on foot and a driver over who had access rights to an empty ...

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When Michael B. Jordan stepped onto the Academy Awards stage Sunday night to accept the Oscar for Best Actor, it was not only a milestone in his celebrated acting career. For many in Newark, it was a hometown victory. The Newark native won his first Oscar for his performance portraying twin ...

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Princeton, NJ — Ask any parent in Princeton how their child gets to school, and you will likely open a Pandora’s box of opinions. They mostly center around safety. Concerns about the speed and volume of traffic abound, as do the number of crossing guards, and the availability, or not, of protected ...

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Princeton, NJ — Editor’s note: TAPinto Princeton Community News invites residents to offer their views and comments on the candidates for Princeton Council. Please include the name of the street you live on. E-mail your letter to rrein@tapinto.net. Letters will be posted at periodic intervals – not ...

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MONTVILLE, NJ – The March 10 Township Committee meeting took on a defiant tone as officials addressed the "impossible" position the municipality faces regarding New Jersey’s affordable housing laws. Mayor Frank Cooney and Assemblyman Brian Bergen (R-26) spent a portion of the evening detailing how ...

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EDISON, NJ - The Edison School District will receive $88,795,757 in State Aid for the Fiscal Year 2027, according to the New Jersey Department of Education. This is a decrease of 3% in aid for the district compared to the previous year. In 2026, the district received approximately $91,542,019 in ...

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Future Force: Barnegat Police Open Registration for 2026 Junior Police AcademyBARNEGAT TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Barnegat Township Police Department is officially calling for the next generation of community leaders. Registration is now open for the 2026 Junior Police Academy, a premier summer program ...

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When Michael B. Jordan stepped onto the Academy Awards stage Sunday night to accept the Oscar for Best Actor, it was not only a milestone in his celebrated acting career. For many in Newark, it was a hometown victory. The Newark native won his first Oscar for his performance portraying twin ...

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POMPANO BEACH — A shooting sparked by a grand theft left a woman hospitalized and a man in custody Tuesday night in Pompano Beach, authorities said.At 1950 North Federal Highway last night, yellow police tape could be seen strung across the entrance to the parking lot for a tattoo parlor and ...

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HACKETTSTOWN, NJ — Families are invited to celebrate the season with a festive “Breakfast with the Easter Bunny” hosted by Hackettstown Elks Lodge 2331.The event will take place on Sunday, March 22, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at American Legion Post 164, located at 494 Willow Grove Street. Guests ...

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HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – Hanover Township residents should be advised of several municipal updates: Recreation Commission - Meeting Canceled More information is available here: https://cvcpl.us/hEVSjvfHanover Sewerage Authority Agenda Posted A new agenda has been posted for the meeting scheduled for ...

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NEW BRUNSWICK - The city has officially been designated as a Film Ready Community through the Film Ready New Jersey Program, an initiative of the New Jersey Motion Picture & Television Commission and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA).The designation recognizes municipalities ...

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Washington County police reportNew York State PoliceFeb. 277:15 p.m. – Troopers came upon a running but unoccupied vehicle on Gates Avenue in Fort Edward. The driver, identified as 28-year-old John D. Earl of Hudson Falls soon returned. Indicators of alleged intoxication were observed and Gates was ...

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UNION, NJ – Union’s Senior Center was filled with laughter, music, and good company as they celebrated St. Patrick’s Day in true festive style.From lively dancing to a delicious lunch, the room was alive with joy, smiles, and plenty of Irish cheer. Mariateresa Terrezza, Senior Center Supervisor, ...

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BAYONNE, NJ - Members of the Bayonne Police Department PBA Local 7 braved icy ocean waters on March 14 as they participated in the New Jersey Special Olympics Polar Bear Plunge in Seaside Heights.The brave participants continued a tradition of supporting athletes with intellectual disabilities ...

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ARGYLE — Snowmobile enthusiasts are invited to bring their vintage machines and enjoy a day of winter recreation at the 12th Annual Vintage Snowmobile Show hosted by the Hartford Ridge Riders on Sunday, March 22 at the Argyle Firehouse.The event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the firehouse, ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — High winds in the early morning hours Tuesday knocked down wires and utility poles on Plainfield Avenue, triggering a power outage that prompted Berkeley Heights school officials to cancel classes at Columbia Middle School and order delayed openings for all other township ...

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Plant a variety of bee-friendly shrubs and enjoy year-round beauty and loads of pollinator appeal.  Include a mix of spring, summer and fall bloomers, providing nectar and pollen for visiting bees throughout the season. Selecting bee-friendly shrubs suited to the growing conditions and available ...

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TOTOWA, NJ - The Totowa Board of Education approved a tentative $30.7 million budget for the 2026–2027 school year on Monday. The plan will now go to the Passaic County Executive County Superintendent for review.The budget includes $11.3 million from state aid, fund balance, tuition, interest, and ...

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POULTNEY, VT. — The Young at Heart Senior Center will host a Maplefest Ham Dinner on Saturday, March 21 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the center, located at 206 Furnace Street in Poultney.The meal will feature maple-glazed ham along with potatoes, vegetables, dessert and beverages. The cost is $10 for ...

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HILLSIDE, NJ — The Hillside High School Performing Arts Club is inviting the community to support student productions during an upcoming Panera Give Back Night on Thursday.The fundraiser will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. at Panera Bread, located in the Vermella development in Union.During the event, ...

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GRANVILLE — New York State Maple Weekend is just around the corner, and several local sugar houses in Washington County are rolling out the welcome mat for visitors looking to experience the tradition of maple syrup production, from the tree all the way to your breakfast.The annual event gives the ...

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