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By FAITH ARMONAITIS
April 23, 2026
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - The Hasbrouck Heights Police Department shut out the Hasbrouck Heights Borough Employees, 10-0, in the inaugural Community Softball Tournament title game on Saturday morning at Depken Field.In the opening games, HHPD came from behind in the top of the fourth inning to defeat ...
WAYNE, NJ - Two off-duty firefighters and the always-on-duty volunteers of Wayne's fire companies and first aid-squad, helped put out a structure fire and save an older man trapped within his burning home on Brookwood Drive this past Thursday evening, April 21, 2026.The call came in from dispatch ...
WAYNE, NJ — Monday night’s Wayne Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting was filled to beyond capacity. Residents came out in droves to question or support the building of a new mosque on Colfax Road. This was the first of several scheduled hearings on the subject, and it began chaotically. Officials ...
BAYONNE, NJ — For the second time in a month, Bayonne residents heard firsthand testimony from a Holocaust survivor, but this time, it nearly didn’t happen.A series of transportation issues threatened to prevent Maud Dahme from appearing at Bayonne’s annual Holocaust Remembrance Day observation.
HAWTHORNE, NJ — Borough officials received an update on increasing emergency response demands and operational challenges facing the local fire department, as call volume continues to trend upward early in the year.The report was delivered during the April 15 council meeting, where Fire Chief Joseph ...
JEFFERSON, NJ — Jefferson Township Police and Municipal workers participated in ‘Bring Your Child to Work Day’ on April 23. The department's Community Service Officers, Jason Fuehring and Nolan Ryan, organized a fun day for the 26 kids that joined their parents at work. The kids got to enjoy their ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The Village Council introduced an ordinance to further define how merchants promote their goods and services on the sidewalk outside their store, while keeping the character of the town and helping business to continue to be profitable--and that does not include racks of clothing.On ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - Mayor Mike Todd is no stranger to the municipal budget process.But on Thursday, he played a new role, having the task of introducing a spending plan for consideration by the Municipal Council instead of being on the receiving end of that process, handed a budget to consider, and ...
SUSSEX COUNTY, NJ — Sussex County officials addressed legal questions surrounding the Open Public Meetings Act during the April 22 meeting, following concerns tied to a prior session that was relocated at the last minute.County Administrator Christina Marks said the previous meeting had been moved ...
TRENTON, NJ — From betting on elections to controversial wagers on life-and-death events, prediction markets have exploded in popularity. Now, New Jersey lawmakers want to shut some of them down.Lawmakers have introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at regulating prediction markets, platforms ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Governor Livingston Baseball celebrated Senior Day on a picture-perfect spring afternoon with an 8–1 victory over Summit, honoring 12 seniors while delivering a complete team performance in front of a supportive home crowd.Prior to first pitch, the Highlanders recognized ...
SUSSEX COUNTY, NJ- Sussex County Community College (SCCC) is proud to announce that its President, Dr. Cory Homer, was recognized with the prestigious Chairman’s Award at the 2026 Sussex County Chamber Awards Luncheon.The annual event celebrated business success, innovation, leadership, and ...
TRENTON, NJ — From betting on elections to controversial wagers on life-and-death events, prediction markets have exploded in popularity. Now, New Jersey lawmakers want to shut some of them down.Lawmakers have introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at regulating prediction markets, platforms ...
JEFFERSON, NJ - Jefferson High School senior and multi-sport athlete Rudra Patel has been a key contributor to the Falcons’ boys volleyball team, most recently helping Jefferson win five of its last six games. Patel is this week's TAPinto Jefferson Athlete of the Week.Patel, who has played ...
SPARTA, NJ – The Spartan softball squad battled to a 5-4 win against High Point on Thursday. Sparta got on the board first with a run in the first. They held the 1-0 lead until the third frame when High Point put up four of their own. The Wildcats got two on base, had two line drives to move the ...
TRENTON, NJ — From betting on elections to controversial wagers on life-and-death events, prediction markets have exploded in popularity. Now, New Jersey lawmakers want to shut some of them down.Lawmakers have introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at regulating prediction markets, platforms ...
WAYNE, NJ - Two off-duty firefighters and the always-on-duty volunteers of Wayne's fire companies and first aid-squad, helped put out a structure fire and save an older man trapped within his burning home on Brookwood Drive this past Thursday evening, April 21, 2026.The call came in from dispatch ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ — The streets of Victorian London have arrived in Warren County. This week, the Hackettstown High School Drama Department invites the community to experience the Dickensian charm and high-energy spectacle of Lionel Bart’s classic musical, Oliver!Based on the novel Oliver Twist by ...
SOUTH ORANGE & MAPLEWOOD, NJ - Beneath the tree-lined streets of Maplewood, there’s an invisible system shaping daily life: the paths water takes when it rains. At Tuesday night’s Township Committee meeting, that unseen network took center stage—alongside a series of decisions that could ...
SPARTA, NJ – The township council voted again to table Ordinance 26-06 that would rescind the two-year lookback refund for 100% disabled veterans.Many residents attended, expecting to speak at the hearing for the ordinance. But because the council members agreed to table it, there was no ...
COLONIA, NJ – Senior right-hander Colin Kroner struck out 13 batters in Colonia's 7-2 baseball victory over Perth Amboy on Thursday.Kroner, a Seton Hall University commit, scattered seven hits and walked only one batter. He threw 109 pitches in seven innings.Joe Massimino went 2-for-3 with a double ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The Village Council introduced an ordinance to further define how merchants promote their goods and services on the sidewalk outside their store, while keeping the character of the town and helping business to continue to be profitable--and that does not include racks of clothing.On ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out. Cheese Ravioli w/choice of Vodka, Marinara or Alfredo Sauce, served with Garlic Bread $15.50California Cheddar Turkey Burger Lettuce, Tomato, Picked Onions, Avocado & Mayo, served w/FF ...
ENGLEWOOD, NJ – Dwight Englewood rallied from a 5-0 deficit to record a 6-5, extra inning, win, on Wednesday in Englewood in NJIC Meadowlands Division baseball game on Wednesday. Wood-Ridge falls to 8-5 overall, 4-2 in the Meadowlands with the loss. Dwight Englewood is 6-5 overall, and 3-3 in the ...
TRENTON, NJ — From betting on elections to controversial wagers on life-and-death events, prediction markets have exploded in popularity. Now, New Jersey lawmakers want to shut some of them down.Lawmakers have introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at regulating prediction markets, platforms ...
WHIPPANY, NJ - Whippany Park High School's softball coach Todd Callaghan reached a major milestone Monday, earning his 300th career win with the Wildcats.“It is a big number, and it’s something that I’m proud of,” Callaghan said. “But I also feel it’s a result of the players and the continued ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Looking for something to do this weekend in and around Franklin? From a handmade artisan showcase in Somerset and Arbor Day seedling giveaways to Rutgers Day, Tour de Franklin and a free symphonic band concert, there are plenty of ways to stay engaged close to ...
MONTVILLE, NJ – Over the years, Montville Township has been home to many veterans whose service reached far beyond its borders. Among them was Colonel Frederick W. Van Duyne, a longtime Towaco resident whose life reflected both distinguished military achievement and a lasting commitment to the ...
BARNEGAT, NJ – The Barnegat Township School District reported recent success for one of it's athletic programs. The Barnegat High School girls’ track and field team put on a clinical performance at the B-South Championships, hauling in a massive collection of medals and personal records across ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — East Brunswick built a six-run lead after three innings and then held on for a 10-9 baseball victory over South Plainfield on Thursday.Jordan Rudolph's two-run home run in the third inning gave East Brunswick a 7-1 lead.Cole Zebro went 2-for-3 with three runs batted in and two ...