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March 4, 2026

BORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP, NJ — The firefighters of Bordentown Fire District 2 are helping neighbors in need feed their family pets. Bordentown Fire District 2 is currently holding its 3rd Annual Pet Food Drive to benefit the Oaks Food Pantry in Mount Holly and the Burlington County Animal Shelter.

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EVESHAM – The Burlington County Commissioners and Evesham Township’s Mayor and Council are applauding the permanent preservation of an ecologically-sensitive property next to the Black Run Preserve.The New Jersey Conservation Foundation announced the execution of a binding contract of sale with the ...

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Three men have been arrested following a wide-ranging State Police investigation into a series of burglaries and thefts across Washington County and neighboring Vermont, authorities said.On Jan. 14, 2026, State Police arrested Cody D. Tracy, 32, of Granville, charging him with second-degree ...

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EAST HANOVER, NJ — The Calais Foundation invites the public for an evening of fun, food, and fundraising at its 14th Annual Gala to be held on April 23, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at The Hanover Manor in East Hanover. This signature fundraising event brings the community together for an ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—Stores in Doylestown are helping welcome an exhibit celebrating a famous children’s author at the Michener Art Museum with a “caterpillar crawl” scavenger hunt at borough businesses.The windows of 26 Doylestown businesses are featuring one of the foods the main character in “The Very ...

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CAMDEN – Although his official first day was Monday, Alfonso Q. Llano Jr., the new state superintendent of the Camden City School District, has already visited every district elementary school.“Developing relationships,” Llano said of his early days as he and Mayor Victor Carstarphen, Camden County ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — The Somerset Valley Players will present Neil Simon's “Come Blow Your Horn” Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays March 6-22 at the "Little Red Schoolhouse Theater, 689 Amwell Road.Neil Simon's first Broadway hit bursts with charm, wit, and irresistible 1960s flair. When Alan Baker, a ...

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UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners on Monday announced the appointment of Cpt. John da Silva as the 12th Chief of the Union County Police Department, effective immediately.The announcement marks the permanent filling of the role following the retirement of former ...

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WOODLAND PARK, NJ — The Borough of Woodland Park, in partnership with the Woodland Park Recreation Department, is inviting local children and their families to its annual Bunny Breakfast. This festive event promises a morning full of fun, crafts, and Easter-themed activities.Scheduled for Saturday, ...

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We're excited to attend and sponsor the Nutley Bombers St. Patrick's Day Fundraiser featuring the Gravy Train cover band, Karaoke, and a 50/50 Raffle! Friday, March 20Doors: 7:00pmBand: 8:00pmLocationThe Old Canal Inn2 E. Passaic AvenueNutley, NJ*Visit ...

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - The guidance department at South Plainfield High School is gearing up for its annual College & Career Fair and is seeking support from community members looking to share information about their various professions and pathways with students. “We are seeking local ...

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TOTOWA, NJ - The Totowa Water Department has completed the emergency hydrant flushing in the Echo Glen neighborhood. Earlier yesterday, flushing operations were conducted due to water discoloration resulting from sediment disturbance within the distribution system. Residents may continue to ...

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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – The Scotch Plains Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary held its 16th annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, February 22, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. As always, it was a great success. Auxiliary and squad members, along with local Girl Scout troops, served over 250 adults and a ...

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Feb. 16Holiday. No transactionsFeb. 17Justin Hilder (executor) of Fair Haven, VT, sold property located at 42 Greenfield Lane in Whitehall to Scott Hilder for the sum of $65,000.David Northshield of Cambridge sold property located at 252 Main Street in Salem to Amanda Mainshield for the sum of ...

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TOTOWA, NJ -  Join the Totowa Public Library this Friday, March 6, for a fun-filled celebration of one of children’s favorite authors, Dr. Seuss!The event runs from 4 to 6 p.m. as part of the Read Across America initiative. Kids of all ages are welcome to enjoy a short poem reading and a screening ...

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Boost the beauty and pollinator appeal of your gardens and containers with flowering bulbs. A combination of spring- and fall-planted bulbs can provide season-long color and nectar for bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators.Include a few dahlias known for their excellent pollinator ...

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COLUMBIA COUNTY--Have you tried to use AI yet? Maybe a “Chatbot” like ChatGPT to write a letter or look up some information? Dall-E to help create an image? More, to today’s point, has your child? Just a bit more than three years ago, ChatGPT was first released. This month, it has more than 800 ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — Franklin Elementary School celebrated Black History Month on February 25, with a vibrant and moving program titled “Our Story, Our Strength.” The event brought together students, staff, and the Rahway community to honor the identity and influence of Black history through performance ...

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Granville Police DepartmentFeb. 212:15 p.m. – Police responded to a Church Street apartment for a mental health incident after a caller requested a welfare check on an individual expressing suicidal thoughts. EMS evaluated the individual, who was transported to Glens Falls Hospital for ...

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ROXBURY, NJ – Irritating some of the anti-ICE activists attending a town council budget meeting on March 3, Roxbury Deputy Mayor Mark Crowley stressed the township’s ability to stop a Ledgewood warehouse from being turned into an immigrant processing site is limited by the U.S. Constitution.Deputy ...

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Taxpayers should be aware of an important change implemented by the United States Postal Service (USPS) that could impact the timely filing of mailed tax returns, payments, extensions, and other deadline-sensitive documents.Effective December 24, 2025, USPS introduced new mail processing procedures ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — Westfield is on the cusp of securing an agreement on its fourth round affordable housing numbers after the planning board approved the ordinances related to those agreements on Monday. Town Planner Donald Sammet, who has led the time-consuming, technical efforts required to craft ...

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The Granville Jr./Sr. High School Drama Club will invite audiences down the rabbit hole this March with Alice in Wonderland Gone Wrong, a playful twist on a literary classic while showcasing months of student creativity and collaboration.The production will be performed over two nights: Fri. March ...

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ROXBURY, NJ – Irritating some of the anti-ICE activists attending a town council budget meeting on March 3, Roxbury Deputy Mayor Mark Crowley stressed the township’s ability to stop a Ledgewood warehouse from being turned into an immigrant processing site is limited by the U.S. Constitution.Deputy ...

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HIGHTSTOWN – The Hightstown Borough Council introduced and conducted the first reading of an ordinance at its meeting on Monday that, if passed, would “exceed the 2026 municipal budget appropriation limits and to establish a cap bank,” Mayor Susan Bluth said.According to a statement from the ...

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NEW JERSEY – In the midst of ongoing U.S. military action in the countries in the Middle East, American citizens traveling in the region are being urged by the U.S. State Department to return home. The Department says they are providing travel options for American citizens in Middle Eastern ...

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NEW JERSEY – In the midst of ongoing U.S. military action in the countries in the Middle East, American citizens traveling in the region are being urged by the U.S. State Department to return home. The Department says they are providing travel options for American citizens in Middle Eastern ...

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SPARTA, NJ – Smiles, words of praise and congratulations, flowers and a pickle highlighted the annual presentation of Governor’s Educators of the Year at the February Sparta Board of Education meeting.After an introduction by Superintendent Matt Beck, each school building principal took the podium ...

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MILLBURN, NJ – Three Millburn wrestlers had top three finishes in their respective weight classes at the District 13 tournament last weekend.Three other Millers were in the top four in their weight classes.Here are the results from the final round and the third-place consolations:Final Round ...

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BETHLEHEM — Albany County and the Town of Bethlehem partnered to announce Feb. 17 a deal that will preserve 133 acres of land in the town.The county and town are combining financial resources for the project, with the county investing $210,000, the town contributing $450,000 from its Farms & ...

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