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March 16, 2026

MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ — Lidl US has issued a voluntary recall of its Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs – German-Style Nougat (3.52 oz boxes) after discovering the product may contain undeclared hazelnuts, posing a potential risk to consumers with nut allergies.According to the company, the affected product ...

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Azaleas add welcome color to the spring garden and some, like Encore®, Perfecto Mundo® and ReBLOOM™ offer additional blooms in summer and fall. With beautiful flowers in an array of colors and sizes and a variety of growth habits it’s no wonder the National Garden Bureau has declared 2026 the Year ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Be sure to check out this week's Colonial Corner. This week's show includes highlight's from the Fiddler on the Roof Performance, the Tribolor Cover Contest, the Spanish Honor Society Taco in a Bag Fundraiser, SGO pickleball tournament, St. Hubert's Summer Camps and the NAHS Honor ...

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WOODBRIDGE, NJ — St. Georges Crossing is now home to a dynamic live-action interactive facility that’s likely to bring avid game-players and more customers to this busy shopping center at 893 St. Georges Ave.Activate Games opened on Saturday, March 7th in a 14,600-square-foot facility at St.

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SPARTA, NJ – Sparta Avenue between Fox Run Road and Memory Lane, by J. Thomas Jewelers, is now open.  It was closed earlier in the day because a car crashed into a pole, taking down power lines.  

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POMPANO BEACH — Federal and South Florida water management officials are proposing a massive overhaul of Pompano Beach’s flood control infrastructure - an effort that would require extensive digging to expand an existing underground culvert system that runs past City Hall and underneath two major ...

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HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Hightstown is getting ready to roll out the red carpet for film and television productions now that they have been deemed “Film Ready” by the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission (NJMPTVIC) within the New Jersey Economic Development Authority.As previously reported ...

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NEWARK - Owners of Hotel Riviera, a historic structure at 169 Clinton Ave., got Newark Central Planning Board approval to convert the eight-story building into a mixed-use, multifamily residential space and homeless shelter on Monday night. The project, proposed by 169 Clinton Development Urban ...

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HACKETTSTOWN, NJ — Pop culture fans of all ages are invited to gather for a full day of creativity, gaming, and fandom as CycloneCon returns to Hackettstown, New Jersey this spring.The 3rd Annual CycloneCon will take place on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Centenary ...

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Tornado Watch Issued for Warren County Until 7 p.m.WARREN COUNTY, NJ – The National Weather Service office in National Weather Service Mount Holly has issued a tornado watch for multiple counties across New Jersey, including Warren County.According to the Warren County Sheriff’s Office, the watch ...

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SOUTH AMBOY, NJ – Under cold and cloudy March weather, residents of South Amboy, Sayreville, and surrounding towns participated in an annual rite of almost spring on Sunday, March 15, when the 2026 South Amboy St. Patrick's Day parade wound its way through the Pleasant Little City.  The spectacle ...

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Members of the New Jersey State Legislature – Senator Bob Smith (D-Middlesex), Senator Linda Greenstein (D-Middlesex/Mercer) and Senator John McKeon (D-Essex/Passaic) – are pushing a pair of bills aimed at tackling the rising energy demand from data centers across the state. Specifically, the ...

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HILLSIDE, NJ — Students at Hurden Looker Elementary School are preparing to take the stage for a sweet theatrical treat when the school presents its upcoming production of Willy Wonka Kids.The show will run for two performances only, on Thursday and Friday at 5:30 p.m. Hurden Looker Elementary ...

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West Trenton, NJ –  Joseph S. Colalillo, the president of ShopRite of Hunterdon County, has been elected to join the Board of Directors of NJM Insurance Group. Mr. Colalillo brings decades of experience in retail operations, business management, and community engagement.  Through Colalillo's steady ...

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ST. BONAVENTURE, NY — The Jandoli School of Communication at St. Bonaventure University has recognized its senior award winners for the 2025-26 academic year, honoring students for excellence across journalism, broadcast, strategic communication, sports media and photography.The awards highlight ...

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ORANGE, NJ — Firefighters from the Orange Fire Department were among several mutual aid companies that responded Monday afternoon to assist the South Essex Fire Department in battling a three-alarm blaze that broke out in downtown South Orange.The fire was reported shortly after 3 p.m. at the ...

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NEW BRUNSWICK – Victor Fair had no sooner arrived at work one recent morning than he arranged for a series of meetings with the senior members of the Department of Public Works.He and the streets services supervisor went over some messages from residents, prioritizing their requests.Then, he ...

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EDISON, NJ - A local crossing guard is being credited for alerting residents while their house caught fire. Police say Lisa Lancia banged on the door and alerted the homeowners when she saw smoke billowing from the rear of the residence."Lisa’s actions were nothing more than heroic. Edison Township ...

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“Progress is not perfection," Althea Ford, Vice President, Government Affairs, New Jersey Business & Industry Association, noted during Berkeley College’s 14th Annual Women’s History Month celebration, held on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Berkeley College in Woodland Park, NJ. Leaders in business, ...

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VERONA, NJ — Young readers in the community will have a unique opportunity to build their confidence and reading skills when Paws & Pages returns on March 18 at the Verona Public Library.The program pairs children with friendly therapy dogs for short reading sessions designed to make practicing ...

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SOUTH AMBOY, NJ – Under cold and cloudy March weather, residents of South Amboy, Sayreville, and surrounding towns participated in an annual rite of (almost) Spring on Sunday, March 15, when the 2026 South Amboy St. Patrick's Day parade wound its way through the Pleasant Little City. The spectacle ...

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HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ — Hanover Township issued several updates residents should be aware of: Township Committee Meeting Minutes Minutes from the Township Committee meeting held Feb. 12 have been posted online for public review athttps://cvcpl.us/iHYbBHoTownship Committee Meeting Minutes Minutes ...

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HAWTHORNE, NJ - The “Lunch Bunch” group of the Activities Club (with members from Hawthorne) enjoyed a recent outing at the Empire Hunan in Fair Lawn. Vice president of the Activities Club and Chairman of the Lunch Bunch, Chris Megalos, gathers the group to periodically enjoy a luncheon at a local ...

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Nutley Family Service Bureau thanks Lori Monaco for sponsoring our upcoming event, Thrift the Runway Fashion Show, with a $100 Bronze Sponsorship. Please take a moment to visit their website at https://monacorealtyllc.com/. Join us on Friday, March 27th, at Nutley High School, 300 Franklin Avenue, ...

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Azaleas add welcome color to the spring garden and some, like Encore®, Perfecto Mundo® and ReBLOOM™ offer additional blooms in summer and fall. With beautiful flowers in an array of colors and sizes and a variety of growth habits it’s no wonder the National Garden Bureau has declared 2026 the Year ...

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GLEN ROCK, NJ - Police Chief Dean Ackermann is set to retire on March 31, 2026, after 10 years as chief. He will be succeeded by Captain Mike Trover. “It’s remarkable to reflect on the fact that I have served here for nearly 40 years, including most of the past decade as Chief,” Ackermann said.

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POP UP WITH PATCHED AND LACED!.SATURDAY, MARCH 21: Come to the Nutley Apothecary for a popup shop with Patched and Laced!Products made from upcycled fabrics that bloom into one-of-a-kind fashion. Discover unique, hand-sewn accessories and clothing, crafted with love by Tatiana Infante..DATE: ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg Town Council voted March 10 to apply for a federal grant through Senator Andy Kim. Resolution 2026-46 would help fund an $8.4 million stormwater drainage improvement project along Mercer Street, with the town contributing 20% of the cost. The action follows ...

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WARREN, NJ — Several Warren Township municipal offices will temporarily relocate after Town Hall sustained damage from a pipe burst earlier this year.Township officials announced that offices currently housed at Town Hall will move to 3 Mountainview Road (first floor) while repairs are completed ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Grand Marshal of the March 15 St. Patrick's Parade.Thomas B. Lenahan, Jr., was joined by thousands of parade participants in Sunday's annual St. Patrick Parade down Main Street.Spectators decked out in green St, Patrick's regalia lined both sides of the street to watch Saint ...

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