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By TAPINTO MADISON STAFF
March 16, 2026
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Morris County is under a Tornado Watch until 7 p.m. Monday and a Wind Advisory until 2 a.m. Tuesday as a powerful storm system brings the threat of severe weather, damaging wind gusts and possible power outages to the area.The National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A geotechnical investigation into the soil conditions surrounding the Summit Avenue sinkholes in Phillipsburg is expected to begin next week, town officials announced. The Town of Phillipsburg said engineering services to conduct a detailed analysis of soil conditions near the ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Morris County is under a Tornado Watch until 7 p.m. Monday and a Wind Advisory until 2 a.m. Tuesday as a powerful storm system brings the threat of severe weather, damaging wind gusts and possible power outages to the area.The National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center ...
The County received hundreds of submissions for the 4th annual Monmouth County Travel Guide Cover Contest. Monmouth County Tourism narrowed the entries down to the three photos. Now, it’s up to you to determine which photo will represent Monmouth County for 2026!Deadline to vote is Wednesday, March ...
NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Department of Children and Families issued a reminder to families about a safety recall of the HALO Dream Magic Sleepsuits. The U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission says that the “zipper head” can detach from the sleepsuit, which can create a choking hazard for ...
MOUNT HOLLY, NJ – The Burlington County Commissioners recognized a North Hanover farm for its outstanding land management and stewardship efforts.The Infante Farm was selected as the recipient of the annual Bill and Dorothy Pettit Farm Stewardship Award recipient for 2025. The award is presented to ...
The 2026 Older Adults Resource Fair will be held on Wednesday, March 25, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Monmouth County Library Headquarters, 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan. MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners will host its 2026 Older Adults Resource Fair on Wednesday, March ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — The Piscataway Township Police Department is inviting residents to speak up about speeding and neighborhood traffic safety at a public forum Monday evening as the township continues its push to slow drivers down and make local streets safer.The department’s Traffic Safety Division ...
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 ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- On March 16, 2026, Bloomfield, NJ, received a federal grant of $480,000, allocated through the Fiscal Year 2026 Congressional Spending Bill facilitated by U.S. Senator Cory Booker. This funding aims to support the Township’s ongoing initiative to replace lead and galvanized service ...
EAST GREENBUSH – County Executive Steve McLaughlin delivered his second State of the County address at the recently opened East Greenbush-Rensselaer Senior Center. The address was described as a showcase of progress and accomplishments in the county while gearing up for future success.This address ...
EDISON, NJ — The NJ Motion Picture & Television Commission added Edison to its growing list of “film ready communities” after Edison completed the Film Ready New Jersey Program that teaches municipalities about the basics of film and television production and sets standards for filming, the New ...
NEW JERSEY - 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 ...
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 ...
HAMILTON, NJ — Hamilton Township’s police officers and firefighters will swap uniforms for hockey jerseys later this month as they face off in a charity hockey game benefiting local student athletes.The Hamilton Police Department and Hamilton Fire Department will compete in the Charity Hockey Game ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit residents are not immune to cybercrime, which continues to rise across New Jersey and the U.S. To help local residents stay protected, the Summit Police Department will host a cybercrime presentation led by an FBI representative on Wednesday, March 25, from 7 to 8 p.m. in the ...
ST. BONAVENTURE, NY — In the first round of the Women’s National Invitational Tournament on Monday, the university’s women’s basketball team drew Drexel University.The Bonnies will host the Dragons on Thursday at 6 p.m. in the Reilly Center. The Bonnies are one of four Atlantic-10 Conference teams ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Tyler Bunnell, a senior forward from Robbinsville High School, has been named to the All-Colonial Valley Conference boys basketball first team in a vote of the conference's coaches.Bunnell averaged 21.1 points and 10.5 rebounds for Robbinsville this past season. He concluded his ...
SEA GIRT, NJ - At a recent Sea Girt Borough Council meeting, Councilwoman Anthony announced the return of the borough’s targeted goat grazing program after last summer’s pilot project proved effective in clearing invasive vegetation along the Wreck Pond watershed.Anthony presented a recap of the ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL - Renovations are scheduled to begin next month at the Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center in West Boca Raton, according to a letter posted on the organization’s website.In the letter, Levis JCC leaders said the project starting on April 1 will “reimagine” the campus ...
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 ...
The following interview originally appeared on the Jersey High School Sports Blog (www.jerseyhighschoolsports.com) which is run by Plainfield resident and high school sports enthusiast Noel Pyne.PISCATAWAY, NJ — After Saturday's Group IV boys basketball championship win, Noel Pyne interviewed Devin ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The South Brunswick Police Department wants residents to keep an eye on the sky as Monday afternoon moves into the evening. Through a Nixle advisory, the SBPD is alerting residents of two “area-wide risks for wind gusts up to 50mph.” According to a weather alert from the South ...
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — Fresh off another state championship, the Plainfield boys basketball team on Monday learned that it would be headed to East Rutherford to again compete in The Throne.Last week, it appeared that the Plainfield boys basketball team would not be invited to the tournament which ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Morris County is among 16 counties in New Jersey placed under a tornado watch Monday as forecasters warn of severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging winds, hail, and possible tornadoes.The National Weather Service issued the watch through 7 p.m., cautioning that a few ...
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 ...
PLEASANTVILLE, NJ – The Atlantic County Prosecutors Office announced on March 13 that a 66-year-old Barnegat man is in custody following an investigation into the sexual exploitation of a minor, authorities announced Friday.James Hadley, of Barnegat, was arrested on March 13, 2026, after allegedly ...
PLEASANTVILLE, NJ – The Atlantic County Prosecutors Office announced on March 13 that a 66-year-old Barnegat man is in custody following an investigation into the sexual exploitation of a minor, authorities announced Friday.James Hadley, of Barnegat, was arrested on March 13, 2026, after allegedly ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - The Fifth Annual Pizza Palooza Fundraiser will be held on Sunday, April 19, from 1:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m., for pizza enthusiasts of all ages. This event will include games, music, entertainment, food, and a homemade pizza contest with exciting prizes for the winners!This year we ...
WARRINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA—Police officers at a DUI checkpoint for St. Patrick’s Day weekend had a busy night this past weekend.The checkpoint on Route 611 in front of the Eureka Stone Quarry (near Kelly Road) ran from 10 p.m. Friday, March 13, through 3 a.m. Saturday, March 14, 2026. Thirty-five ...