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By MATT PFINGSTEN
April 22, 2026
PARKLAND, FL- A Parkland student from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School was named as a Merit Scholarship winner on Wednesday in the first round of Merit Scholarships released by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.Alyssa L. Rapps is being awarded the scholarship, with a probable career ...
PHILLIPSBURG, N J - Senior righthanded Nick Yaccarino tossed a four-hit shutout with a career-high 10 strikeouts and nine players contributed hits in a 10-hit attack in Phillipsburg High School’s 11-0 whitewash of host Montgomery in a Skyland Conference Raritan Division baseball game on Tuesday.The ...
RUTHERFORD, NJ – The Millburn girls lacrosse team defeated Rutherford, 14–7, on Tuesday behind a dominant offensive performance from sophomore Isla Glen, who matched Rutherford’s entire team output with seven goals. Millburn (4-2) led, 6–5, at halftime before taking full control in the second half, ...
POMPANO BEACH — The Pompano Beach City Commission met in a closed-door executive session to consider terms for a new contract with the Professional Fire Fighters Local #1549, which represents the city's corps of firefighters, paramedics, and emergency medical personnel. The prior 2022-2025 ...
CRANFORD, NJ - As Earth Day approaches, Cranford residents have simple, local ways to keep clothing out of landfills, whether by shopping secondhand at area boutiques or recycling unwanted items at the Conservation Center.A newly reopened option, Look Twice Consignment Boutique at 106 North Union ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — The Mountainside Rescue Squad is inviting residents to lace up their shoes to run, walk, cheer, or simply support participants and emergency responders by participating in the 2nd Annual Code 5K: “Answering the Call,” on Saturday, May 17. The community fundraiser will help launch ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - Local high school student Tashi M. Lee-Garcia has been awarded a corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholarship, according to an April 22, 2026, announcement.Garcia, a Ridgewood High School student whose probable career is in the field of veterinary medicine, was awarded the ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Make no mistake about it, Cameron Anderson and Jayden Bollander the senior captains for the 2026 Nutley High School golf program, are intent on self-improvement at all times on the course.But be assured that both Bollander and Anderson are always focused upon helping their teammates in ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — Patients experiencing heart issues can now receive advanced treatment closer to home as West Boca Medical Center expands its cardiovascular services with a new cardiac catheterization lab, hospital officials said.The lab allows patients with conditions such as potential heart ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — Patients experiencing heart issues can now receive advanced treatment closer to home as West Boca Medical Center expands its cardiovascular services with a new cardiac catheterization lab, hospital officials said.The lab allows patients with conditions such as potential heart ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A structure fire on Summit Avenue on Tuesday morning left two residents displaced and resulted in the death of a pet cat. At approximately 7:32 a.m. on April 21, Phillipsburg police, fire, and EMS units were dispatched to 142 Summit Avenue for a reported structure fire with ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Five students who live or attend high school in Boca Raton are among about 700 seniors across the country named corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholars on Wednesday.The announcement made on Wednesday by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, marks the first of four ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — The award-winning theatre students of Bordentown Regional High School will bring mythology to life this weekend with performances of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical.The show will take place on Saturday, April 25 at 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at the Bordentown Performing ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – West Orange Mayor Susan McCartney recently received a message from the Netherlands regarding a West Orange resident who made the ultimate sacrifice during World War II. Franco and Monique Peters Vaessen shared that they have adopted the grave for perpetual care of former Township ...
Basking Ridge, NJ — Bernards Township and the Greater Somerset County YMCA have launched a new Age-Friendly Initiative and are asking residents age 55 and older to share their thoughts through a community survey.The 15-minute survey is designed to help local leaders better understand what is ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Planning Board voted unanimously at its April 16 meeting to approve a major subdivision application from Congregation Israel of Springfield, clearing the way for the synagogue to create a small, fenced outdoor play area behind its Mountain Avenue property.The ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – As the Hightstown Borough Police Department (HPD) prepares to move some of their operations into a newly renovated building in Robbinsville Township, members of the community are wondering how they could be impacted.After almost a year and a half of planning and construction, HPD ...
TABERNACLE, NJ — The Lenape Regional High School District (LRHSD) will be honoring students who will be entering into the military, as well as alumni veterans, during an upcoming event next month. The 14th Annual Armed Services Ceremony will be taking place on Thursday, May 7 at 7PM at the Seneca ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — The parents of a 6-year-old girl killed in a 2024 car crash caused by a man fleeing police are suing the City of Coral Springs for wrongful death, alleging that one of its police officers, by pursuing the driver, “created or substantially contributed to a foreseeable zone of ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — A suspect is in custody Tuesday night after a domestic incident at the Sandra Circle Apartments, Mayor Jeremy Berman has announced.Westfield Police, who asked people to remain indoors and/or avoid the area of Sandra Circle/West Court on Tuesday evening at about 6 p.m., announced ...
COLONIA, NJ - The Spotswood High School variety softball team traveled to Colonia High School to take on the Patriots on Tuesday. Spotswood went down by three runs in the bottom of the first inning. The Chargers got two back in the top of the third, but Colonia added a run in the bottom of the ...
Bedminster, NJ — Motorcycle riders are being invited to hit the road for a cause this spring as the 23rd annual “Ride for the River” returns with a new format designed to give participants more flexibility.Hosted by the Raritan Headwaters Association, the fundraiser encourages riders to explore ...
MONTVILLE, NJ – Despite a chilly breeze, the atmosphere at the Columbia Inn was electric, as residents and industry professionals gathered for the inaugural xPizza Day on April 20. The event, organized by former resident Anthony Pizzi and the NJ Pizza Alliance, transformed the local landmark into a ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ — Each year on April 22, communities across the globe come together to recognize Earth Day—a movement dedicated to protecting our planet and promoting sustainable practices. In Hackettstown, the day serves as a reminder that even small, local actions can have a meaningful impact on ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — In recognition of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, the Sayreville Office of Emergency Management and Sayreville Police Department have shined the spotlight on the dedicated professionals who serve behind the scenes as dispatchers for the Sayreville Police.Often the ...
CAMDEN – After community protest and a student walkout, the Camden City School District on Tuesday eliminated its plan to dissolve three magnet high schools and fold them into Camden High School.Parents, students and community members, attending a lengthy Advisory Board of Education meeting in the ...
BERNARDSVILLE, NJ - “Abi” Miranda, a senior at Bernards High School, was recognized by the school as the “Everyday Hero” for April!Nominees for the monthly Everyday Hero Program are students who have a positive influence on the student body through exemplary qualities. Selected students inspire ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Red Bank council will hold a hybrid (online and in-person), regular meeting on Thursday, April 23, 6:30pm, at Borough Hall, 90 Monmouth Street.The council is set to take up several key measures at its upcoming meeting, including updates to sidewalk sign regulations, a ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - The Hasbrouck Heights Department of Public Works will host its third Annual Touch-a-Truck event on Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This year's event will again be held in the Central Avenue Parking Lot off the Boulevard.There will be over 20 vehicles to explore.
CHATHAM, NJ – It only took 18 seconds for the state-ranked boys lacrosse teams from Chatham and Don Bosco Prep to signal what kind of intense battle it was going to be on Tuesday at Cougar Field.Chatham's Lochlan Mahoney scored 11 seconds into the game off the opening faceoff and Don Bosco then did ...