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March 15, 2026

LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Following the success of the liaison with the Little Falls Police Department, the Little Falls Domestic Violence Committee is seeking to add more to the committee to expand its reach. Councilman Mike Murphy gave the community an update at the March 9 council meeting from the ...

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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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HAWTHORNE, NJ - Under the guidance of veteran and knowledgeable head coach Ed Iannacone, the 2025 season was yet another successful one for the Hawthorne High School softball program.The Bears posted a solid overall record of 15-10 including a mark of 8-4 in the very challenging NJIC Colonial ...

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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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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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WATCHUNG, NJ – The Watchung Arts Center (WAC) is excited to announce two upcoming exhibitions that promise to engage the community and celebrate artistic expression."MAGNETISM" – A Group Show Curated by Nick Lo ConteThe exhibition "MAGNETISM," curated by Nick Lo Conte, will run from March 14 to ...

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Linden, NJ — This Week's Happenings at #lindenpubliclibrary | 3/16-3/21Mon, 3/16: ** Children's Craft Club @ 4 PMMon, 3/16: ** St. Patrick's Day Slime Program @ 4 PMTues, 3/17: Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, 3/17: Movie: The English Teacher @ 1 PMWed, 3/18: Project Healthy Bones @ 10 AMWed, 3/18: Terrific ...

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WATCHUNG, NJ – The Watchung Arts Center (WAC) is excited to announce two upcoming exhibitions that promise to engage the community and celebrate artistic expression."MAGNETISM" – A Group Show Curated by Nick Lo ConteThe exhibition "MAGNETISM," curated by Nick Lo Conte, will run from March 14 to ...

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POMPANO BEACH — The sounds of Colonial-era fife and drum echoed along Pompano's beachfront on Saturday morning as a procession of men, dressed in the uniforms of Revolutionary War soldiers, paraded onto the Fisher Family Pier. The group, joined by a throng of more than 300 residents, curious ...

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Basking Ridge, NJ — The Bernards Township Democratic Committee has endorsed Ana Duarte McCarthy and Joan Bannan as its candidates for two three-year terms on the Bernards Township Committee in the November election.Duarte McCarthy, the township’s current mayor, was first elected to the Township ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ - South Street and the Morristown Green filled with spectators Saturday as the Morris County St. Patrick’s Day Parade made its way through downtown Morristown.Grand Marshal was Michael G. BannonUnder sunny skies and strong winds, marching bands, pipe and drum groups, youth ...

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NEW JERSEY – Tax season can be stressful for the millions of Americans who owe money to Uncle Sam, and if you live in a high-tax state, April 15 can be particularly costly. Every year, the average U.S. household pays nearly $14,000 in federal income taxes. However, depending upon the state where ...

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BORDENTOWN, NJ — It has already begun: the celebration of St. Patrick's Day. I will prepare a full meal for about 50 people. Ten corned beefs, at least, cabbage, potatoes, colcannon, carrots, soda bread, Kosher "new" pickles, rye bread, mustard/horseradish sauce, shepherd's pie, home-made jam from ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — Kanstrukt Group, a custom home build design group, celebrated the grand opening of their new location at 231 Elmer St. last week.“We build luxury homes,” said co-owner Steve Pietraszek. The group, which has been around for eight years, uses a design build process to guide customers ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — On Monday, March 2, Rahway High School students, both members of the school's Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG) program and others, visited the NJ Transit Maintenance Complex in Kearny for a behind-the-scenes look at how New Jersey’s train system is maintained and operated. The visit ...

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MIDDLETOWN, NJ: Students at Middletown High School South Student Council recently demonstrated the power of youth leadership and community service by organizing a Food, Diaper and Personal Care Drive to benefit Lunch Break.The drive collected 178 pounds of food along with much-needed diapers and ...

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CLARK, NJ — The Clark Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, March 16The meeting will open at 6 p.m. in the Media Center of the Arthur L. Johnson High School, located at 365 Westfield Ave., and immediately go into Executive Session, not open to the public.The portion of the ...

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HAMILTON, NJ - Gilbert “Gil” Lugossy, a longtime Mercer County public servant whose career in government, law enforcement and the fire service spanned more than six decades, has died.Lugossy was widely known across Mercer County for his years of civic leadership and volunteer service, including ...

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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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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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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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FAIR LAWN, NJ - Liz Maresca loves it if you steal her ideas…for Revolution 250 celebrations, that is! She considers it sharing.Maresca touted the borough's efforts and planning of the REV250 celebration at a recent quarterly update on activities occurring not just in New Jersey, but across the ...

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TOTOWA, NJ - Parishioners at St. James Church are marking a milestone this year as the Totowa parish celebrates its 100th anniversary, reflecting on a century of faith shaped by war, suburban growth and demographic change in Passaic County.For Monsignor Raymond Kupke, the Diosese of Paterson ...

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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 ...

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NEW JERSEY: Community Affairs and Resource Center: CARC invites you to attend an important and meaningful workshop focused on recognizing the most common signs of mental health concerns.Let’s learn how to better support ourselves and others. This event is in Spanish!Spots are limited for this ...

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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 ...

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BOCA RATON, FL — Florida Atlantic University has earned an “A” grade from the Anti-Defamation League on its 2026 Campus Antisemitism Report Card, reflecting the Boca Raton-based university’s efforts to address antisemitism and support Jewish life on campus, according to university officials.The ADL ...

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Hunterdon County (NJ) — Check out what happened this weekend in Clinton.Come join us today for the 12th Annual 2026 FSSP St. Partick's Day Parade in Clinton at 3PM.Tickets are still available for the official Parade After-Party at the Red Mill  — click  here to purchase! For more information, visit ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL - A Jewish center in north Coral Springs is launching a new initiative aimed at delivering fresh meals to people facing illness, recovery, or other life challenges.The Chai Center announced last week that it will begin operating a “Kitchen of Kindness” program from a new ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Business and civic leaders gathered Friday at the Highlander Room in the Municipal Building for the annual Breakfast with the Mayor, hosted by the Berkeley Heights Business and Civic. The morning covered a broad slate — from infrastructure projects and redevelopment deals ...

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