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By JEANNE WALL
March 9, 2026
COLTS NECK, NJ — A proposal to rename one of the Colts Neck Township Board of Education’s elementary schools after Donald Trump is drawing attention and debate within the Colts Neck community…and the news is being shared around the country. The idea was introduced by board member Robert Scales ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Making lemonade from lemons, the Westfield Regional Health Department is vying for a federal grant to help replace some of the same federal funds lost during the steep budget cuts of 2025.Health Department Director Megan Avallone said at Monday's Westfield Board of Health Meeting ...
RAHWAY, NJ — Last week, second-grade students in Ms. Alicia Scipioni’s class at Franklin School experienced a powerful intersection of literacy and leadership. Continuing a beloved multi-year tradition, the class welcomed a very special guest: Dr. Leslie Septor, the principal of Roosevelt ...
MADISON, NJ — The Madison area is set for a taste of spring to start the week, with sunshine and temperatures climbing well into the 60s and 70s before showers and a cooler pattern return later in the week.Sunny and Warm to Start the WeekMonday will be sunny with a high near 67 degrees, as a light ...
COLTS NECK, NJ — A proposal to rename one of the Colts Neck Township Board of Education’s elementary schools after Donald Trump is drawing attention and debate within the Colts Neck community…and the news is being shared around the country. The idea was introduced by board member Robert Scales ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — Communities across the country celebrate Read Across America each March, a nationwide literacy initiative launched in 1998 by the National Education Association to encourage a lifelong love of reading among children. The annual celebration began March 2, the birthday of ...
On March 5, 2026, Impact100 Garden State—a women-led philanthropic organization—celebrated reaching its highest-ever membership of 432 women at its 13th Annual Big Reveal, held at Basking Ridge Country Club. Thanks to this milestone, the group will award $432,000 to regional nonprofits during its ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — The Morristown area is set for a taste of spring to start the week, with sunshine and temperatures climbing well into the 60s and 70s before showers and a cooler pattern return later in the week.Sunny and Warm to Start the WeekMonday will be sunny with a high near 67 degrees, as a ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – Springfield police on Feb. 23 charged two suspects after a case of counterfeit money at a local store.Police apprehended a 27-year-old Bronx man and a 36-year-old Jersey City man on charges of forgery, counterfeiting, theft by deception and conspiracy. The charges were the ...
SOMERSET, NJ - The Franklin Township Council will hold its 2026 municipal budget hearing tonight, March 9, at 7 p.m., providing residents an opportunity to hear details of the proposed spending plan and offer public comment before it moves forward.The hearing will be conducted virtually via Zoom, ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - It’s no secret, nor should it be, that the Glen Rock High School girls basketball program is in the mist of an excellent season.Leading the way both on and off the court for the Panthers are a trio of very capable senior captains Abby Grove, Anna Heuss and Mia Vergel de Dios. “The ...
BRUNSWICK – As the Renss Lens reported last week, the Town of Brunswick and Paramount Builders Group received a letter two weeks back from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) expressing their serious concerns about the proposed 18-lot subdivision at the intersection of Creek Road ...
EAST CHATHAM—The Zonta Club of Upper Hudson Valley hosts its sixth annual “Think Spring” Paint and Sip Fundraiser at the New Concord Meeting House, 2689 County Route 9, Saturday, March 21, 2 to 5 p.m. Sign up by March 14.Enjoy an afternoon of painting, refreshments and good company and learn about ...
SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ - Impact100 Garden State to hold nonpartisan panel discussion featuring Assemblywomen and Mayor QWomen make up half of New Jersey’s population, but they hold just 30% of statewide offices and 20% of mayoralties. Why should more women step up to lead in elected office, and how ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is highlighting recent investigations and arrests that have taken place in the Township through its community reporting system.The MLPD rolled out a new feature to its website last year in which residents can sign up to receive a weekly ...
ALBANY—The annual New York State residential brush burning ban for 2026 is scheduled to run from March 16 through May 14, according to a notice from the Department of Environmental Conservation.This statewide regulation prohibits burning brush, leaves and yard debris to reduce wildfire risks, with ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — Success on the court wasn’t simply handed to the Bordentown Regional High School girls basketball program this recently concluded season.Rather, the Scotties had to proceed with team unity, determination and confidence amongst several other strong attributes in order to rightfully ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – In keeping with their annual tradition, the Mercer County Veterans Services is looking for snapshots of Vietnam Veterans that will be included in an annual tribute. The program commemorates National Vietnam Veterans Day by cultivating an online tribute slideshow that will appear ...
WHITEHOUSE STATION, NJ - A 1.3-magnitude earthquake hit about 5 kilometers northeast of Whitehouse Station Sunday evening.The earthquake was felt around 9:04 p.m. March 8, and it was at a depth of about 8.4 kilometers.There have been a number of small earthquakes in the area recently, including a ...
CRANFORD, N.J. — A sophomore at Cranford High School is working to turn school spirit and community support into lifesaving donations for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital through two charity events this spring.Hailey Smolanoff, a varsity cheerleader and member of the St. Jude Leadership ...
MILLBURN, NJ – Millburn police arrested a Plainfield resident on theft charges after an incident that occurred on Bodwell Terrace on Feb. 22.Det. Matthew Wichelns of the Millburn P.D. concluded a theft investigation at a residence on Bodwell Terrace on that date. The homeowners reported that cash ...
College and university students from Carteret and Woodbridge have earned top honors from their respective schools. TAPinto Woodbridge-Carteret is pleased to acknowledge these academic achievers. Here are the most recent:FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON UNIVERSITY, Florham CampusNamed to the Dean’s List at ...
PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ - Paterson students at Passaic County Technical Institute (PCTI) recently hosted community workshops focused on infant safety and sleep awareness while creating handmade donations for local children in need.The project was organized by students Carla Batista-Vidal, Isabella ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - It’s only March, but 2026 is already shaping up to be a huge year in the borough. On March 10, South Plainfield is marking its 100th birthday. That’s right! South Plainfield is turning 100. The Borough of South Plainfield was incorporated on March 10, 1926. Now, to put the ...
COLTS NECK, NJ — A proposal to rename one of the Colts Neck Township Board of Education’s elementary schools after President Donald Trump is drawing support, attention and debate within the Colts Neck community…and the news is being shared around the country.The idea was introduced by board member ...
Brothers Logan (freshman) and Dylan (junior) Placca, both claimed first place in their respective weight classes, marking the second time in all of Holmdel history that a brother duo won district titles in the same year. The Mullin bros were the last in 1981.HOLMDEL, NJ — The Holmdel High School ...
UNION, NJ - A book vending machine was unveiled Friday at Livingston Elementary School, with the first students to use it recognized as winners of a schoolwide vocabulary initiative.The program, called “Superheroes of Vocabulary,” encourages students to build their vocabulary and spelling skills ...
WAYNE, NJ — When the Wayne Township Public Schools closed a $7.1 million budget gap last year with layoffs and other cuts, Board of Education President Don Pavlak warned that the following year might not be any easier.Early signs suggest that his warning may prove accurate.During the March 5, 2026, ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - The Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education announced the retirement of two longtime employees during Thursday night's meeting. The BOE accepted the retirements of Barbara Christianson, Student Assistance Counselor, effective September 30, and Michael Stillman, middle school ...
MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ — The New Providence High School varsity cheerleading team traveled to Monroe Township High School on March 7 and came home with a state title, claiming first place in the Group 1 All-Music division at the New Jersey Cheerleading and Dance Coaches Association Performance ...