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March 1, 2026

EAST WINDSOR, NJ – Metuchen, seeded 13th, advanced past 12th-seeded Robbinsville in the quarterfinal round of the NJSIAA Central Jersey, Group 2 girls basketball tournament by a score of 37-34 on Saturday.Metuchen outscored Robbinsville, 7-2, in the fourth quarter after the Ravens led, 32-30, after ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—Nearly 300 people walked the streets of Doylestown Borough on Saturday evening to raise money for—and awareness about—homelessness in Bucks County.The event known as Coldest Night of the Year took place on an unseasonably warm night. As the group made its way up State Street, people ...

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When your head hits the pillow at bedtime, does it race anxiously about unfinished business or tomorrow’s to-dos? You’re not alone—anxiety and sleep have a complicated relationship. That’s because an anxious brain makes it hard to fall and stay asleep, and a lack of sleep heightens anxiety.  So how ...

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ROXBURY, NJ - Led by a dominant championship performance from 175-pounder Nolan Monaghan, the Roxbury wrestling team punched five tickets to the next round during a hard-fought District 6 tournament this past weekend.Monaghan, the tournament's top seed at 175 pounds, left no doubt about his ...

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NUTLEY, NJ - Sean Fealey scored a season-high 22 points, Dom Bok added 19 points, and Tim Gordon had 13 points as the 14th-seeded Raiders came up just short in absorbing a 76-72 loss to third-seeded Millburn in the opening round of the NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 2, Group 3 tournament on Friday ...

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TRENTON — Gov. Mikie Sherrill has called out of retirement former New State Police Lt. Col. Jeanne Hengemuhle to become that law enforcement agency’s new superintendent, in charge of 3,400 troopers and its investigative bureaus.Hengemuhle, 55, who lives in Monroe Township, retired from the NJ State ...

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MELBOURNE, FL – Shelter-related requests from Melbourne residents increased 56% in February 2026 compared with the same month a year earlier, according to data from 211counts.org.Residents submitted 148 shelter-related requests in February 2026, up from 95 in February 2025, based on figures ...

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BELLEVILLE, NJ - The New Jersey Lottery announced that a winning lottery ticket was sold in the township.  A Jersey Pick 5 ticket was sold at Shoppers Express on Washington Ave. The drawing took place on February 21. The ticket is worth $764,968.

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HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - The Whippany Park High School varsity wrestling team sent four athletes on to the next round of postseason competition after competing in the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association District 12 Tournament on Saturday at Randolph High School.Four Wildcats secured ...

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BOCA RATON, FL — Visitors to the Sugar Sand Park Science Explorium now have the opportunity to see how nature can inspire solutions to human challenges through a traveling exhibit focused on biomimicry.The exhibit, “Wild Creativity,” recently opened at the Science Explorium, located at Sugar Sand ...

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COCONUT CREEK, FL — As Coconut Creek’s city leaders brace for changes in state property tax law that target a main source of income for the city, Broward County Property Appraiser Marty Kiar presented possible scenarios at Thursday’s city commission meeting based on bills currently under ...

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POMPANO BEACH — A Pompano man has been charged in connection with a 2023 crash on Florida’s Turnpike that killed one passenger and left another seriously injured, authorities said.Rogier Axel Silva Mendez, 22, faces charges of DUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide following a Florida Highway ...

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POMPANO BEACH — A 68-year-old resident of an assisted living facility was arrested Monday night after allegedly harassing another resident. Gerard Castagna was taken into custody by the Broward County Sheriff's Office at approximately 10:44 p.m. at his residence in southwest Pompano. He faces ...

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ASBURY PARK, NJ – After a strong response from families and students this winter, the Asbury Park PAL is bringing back its popular Homework Help Program for a second session this spring.The free supplemental learning program, held at the PAL Boxing Club on Main Street, will run from March 18 ...

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BELMAR, NJ – Mark your calendars and start brushing up on those random fun facts — Belmar Elementary School families are invited to a lively evening of trivia, bingo and music at Beach Haus Brewery.Originally scheduled for late February, the event has been rescheduled to Tuesday, March 10, at Beach ...

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Richard "Dick" Frank Novak, Jr. of Middleburgh passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026.Dick was born 73 year ago on August 23, 1952 in Concord, NH and grew up in Hillsborough, NH, eventually building a life for himself in Middleburgh. Regardless of where he rested his head, he formed lasting ...

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POMPANO BEACH — A Pompano man has been charged in connection with a 2023 crash on Florida’s Turnpike that killed one passenger and left another seriously injured, authorities said.Rogier Axel Silva Mendez, 22, faces charges of DUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide following a Florida Highway ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Coral Springs residents tired of the trash that floats along the edge of the water can volunteer next weekend as the city takes part in Broward County Waterway Cleanup.The countywide cleanup will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 7. Volunteers will work at 35 ...

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POMPANO BEACH — A 68-year-old resident of an assisted living facility was arrested Monday night after allegedly harassing another resident. Gerard Castagna was taken into custody by the Broward County Sheriff's Office at approximately 10:44 p.m. at his residence in southwest Pompano. He faces ...

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TOMS RIVER  — The Southern Regional High School Indoor Track program delivered a powerhouse performance this past Saturday, February 28, at the NJSIAA State Group IV Meet. Following a day of record-breaking sprints and high-flying vaults, several Rams have officially punched their tickets to the ...

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TOMS RIVER  — The Southern Regional High School Indoor Track program delivered a powerhouse performance this past Saturday, February 28, at the NJSIAA State Group IV Meet. Following a day of record-breaking sprints and high-flying vaults, several Rams have officially punched their tickets to the ...

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POMPANO BEACH — A Pompano man is facing a potential 90-year prison sentence for a shoplifting scheme that resulted in $40,000 worth of stolen trading cards from numerous Target Store locations between Orlando and Homestead.Keith Wallis, 39, was arrested following a months-long investigation into a ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Coral Springs residents tired of the trash that floats along the edge of the water can volunteer next weekend as the city takes part in Broward County Waterway Cleanup.The countywide cleanup will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 7. Volunteers will work at 35 ...

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COCONUT CREEK, FL — As Coconut Creek’s city leaders brace for changes in state property tax law that target a main source of income for the city, Broward County Property Appraiser Marty Kiar presented possible scenarios at Thursday’s city commission meeting based on bills currently under ...

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Alex Pace scored 51 points as Camden High School defeated Camden Eastside 98-65 in the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association Group 2 boys basketball quarterfinal on February 28, 2026.The win, with the season's highest score for the Panthers, gave Camden High an 18-7 record.

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Just six months since opening its doors, Mendham Borough’s Here and Now Yoga Studio is already making a distinct impression on the local wellness community, offering far more than a workout, and instead delivering a carefully crafted, all-around positive energy experience.Owned by certified yoga ...

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STAFFORD  — Job seekers in the Southern Ocean County region are invited to the premier workforce event of the year. The Southern Ocean County Career Fair will take place on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM at The Mainland Holiday Inn, located at 151 Route 72 East.Organized by the ...

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STAFFORD  — Job seekers in the Southern Ocean County region are invited to the premier workforce event of the year. The Southern Ocean County Career Fair will take place on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM at The Mainland Holiday Inn, located at 151 Route 72 East.Organized by the ...

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NEW JERSEY - The FIFA Fan Festival™ NYNJ that was set to celebrate World Cup over several weeks at Liberty State Park in Jersey City has been canceled. Instead, Governor Mikie Sherrill has launched a new $5 million initiative to support communities across the state in creating fan experiences ...

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Congratulations to the Worcester Fire Department for hosting a very successful Pancake Supper last Saturday, Valentine’s Day! Their annual event served approximately 300 people. Each lady who attended received a red carnation. As the unofficial kick-off to events around here, people were glad to ...

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