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By MANSI NARGWANI
April 20, 2026
JERSEY CITY, NJ — Volunteers from Nanak Naam Jahaj Gurdwara prepared and distributed meals to approximately 10,000 individuals across more than 70 shelters in New Jersey and New York under their “Let Share a meal” initiative, in a large-scale community effort rooted in a tradition centered on ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A panel discussion will examine Doylestown Borough’s comprehensive plan and climate action plan on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Delaware Valley University.The session will be led by Doylestown Borough Council Member Dennis Livrone. The panel will be made up of elected officials and ...
MELBOURNE BEACH, FL- Town officials reported a shortage of lifeguards affecting local beach coverage and outlined interim safety measures during Wednesday’s Town Commission meeting.At Wednesday’s meeting, Town Manager A. Marie Smith updated commissioners on staffing challenges affecting local beach ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — Township officials officially welcomed a new resource for local families this week as My Potential Kids, a pediatric therapy clinic, opened its doors at 1805 E. Second St. in Scotch Plains. The celebration included a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a tour of the facility. Shortly ...
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.
LONG BRANCH, NJ — A long-anticipated waterfront project and a major public safety upgrade are both moving forward after city officials secured a fresh wave of state funding, unlocking a series of changes set to reshape Long Branch over the next two years.The city announced Monday it has received an ...
CRANFORD, NJ - American Lab Rescue (ALR) will return to Dreyer Farms for a meet-and-greet adoption event, giving residents the chance to meet dogs currently looking for homes. The event will take place on Saturday, April 25, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Dreyer Farms, 831 Springfield Avenue.
Imagine: You are at a gathering, and a group of people are talking about a topic well known to them. They are chatting it up—with you included—but here is the thing: You have no flipping idea what they are talking about. You don’t want to be outed for not knowing what’s going on, do you? So what do ...
POMPANO BEACH — Pompano Beach tourism officials reported a surge in revenue and digital engagement for fiscal year 2025, even as a wave of new hotel inventory caused a slight dip in overall occupancy rates.During an East CRA Advisory Committee meeting on April 2, Tourism Marketing Manager Rita ...
ROXBURY, NJ – Thousands of diseased trees throughout Roxbury have been removed over the years, so township officials are happy to see residents take advantage of the yearly seedling giveaway, said Roxbury Councilman Fred Hall.The NJ Forest Nursery - JacksonThis year’s Earth Day free seedling ...
The McCriskin-Gustafson Family of Funeral Homes is seeking to immediately hire an Administrative Assistant for a key role offering long-term growth and opportunity.The ideal candidate will be dedicated, detail-oriented, and proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. Strong data entry, ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit Public Schools will host the second Summit Wellness Symposium on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at Summit High School, bringing together families, educators, and community partners for an evening focused on youth health and wellness.The event is designed to highlight what ...
HAMILTON, NJ — It may not be a fancy boutique like those found on Rodeo Drive, or even a popular prom dress store in any one of New Jersey’s shopping malls, but once again inside Assemblyman Wayne DeAngelo’s 14th District office, the backroom has reemerged as a pop-up boutique filled with racks of ...
MANASQUAN, NJ — At the recent Manasquan Council meeting, the governing body unanimously approved a revised shade tree ordinance that will significantly change how property owners handle tree removal as part of construction and redevelopment projects.The updated ordinance introduces stricter ...
MADISON, NJ – Madison residents will have two opportunities this spring to pick up free tree saplings as part of local Arbor Day efforts aimed at promoting environmental stewardship and expanding the borough’s tree canopy.The Madison Shade Tree Management Board, in partnership with the Friends of ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Union County Sheriff's Office Youth Police Academy is currently accepting applications for its 2026 summer program. And Rahway students are encouraged to apply!There are several programs for students in grades 7 through 12 with various dates in July.The application deadline is ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ – Borough officials, residents and community members gathered to celebrate the unveiling of a new mural commemorating Morris Plains’ 100th anniversary, marking a milestone moment in the borough’s centennial celebration.The ceremony began with a solemn tribute to former Mayor Al ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ — Volunteers from Nanak Naam Jahaj Gurdwara prepared and distributed meals to approximately 10,000 individuals across more than 70 shelters in New Jersey and New York under their “Let Share a meal” initiative, in a large-scale community effort rooted in a tradition centered on ...
NEWARK - For Joseph Oyelowo, a Great Oaks Legacy Charter School junior, voting in this year’s Newark Board of Education election is more than just ticking boxes and casting a ballot. It is an act that provides a sense of empowerment. “It gives me power, something I never really was able to have,” ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The Hightstown Water Department will resume their semi-annual water hydrant flushing in the community on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. As with previous flushing, water customers may experience low water pressure or see discoloration of water. They are encouraged to run their water until ...
NEWARK - For Joseph Oyelowo, a Great Oaks Legacy Charter School junior, voting in this year’s Newark Board of Education election is more than just ticking boxes and casting a ballot. It is an act that provides a sense of empowerment. “It gives me power, something I never really was able to have,” ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning for parts of the region, with sub-freezing temperatures expected overnight into Tuesday morning.The alert, effective from midnight to 9 a.m. Tuesday, covers much of northeast New Jersey, as well as southern Connecticut and ...
CLARK, NJ — The Arthur L. Johnson (ALJ) High School boys tennis team (1-8) defeated Union Catholic (0-5) on Thursday, April 16.It was the Crusaders' first win of the season.The final score was 3-2.Winners for Johnson included Christopher Anastasio at 3rd singles, Nicholas Mallick and Gabriel ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — At last week's Plainfield City Council meeting, the owners of a local dispensary urged the governing body to grant it a consumption lounge—which they say would make Plainfield more of a destination—while sounding an alarm about the viability of Plainfield's downtown ...
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — On Friday, April 17, the RCS Ravens baseball team (3-2-1) played a non-league game against the Albany Falcons (4-3). Albany is a “AAA” team that plays an independent schedule. RCS was looking to bounce back from a loss to Mohonasen. It was a picture-perfect day at Pieter ...
Rutland Elks Lodge #345 Exalted Ruler Barb Watters named Brian Gaura, Lodge Trustee as Officer of the Year. Brian has served as an officer of the Lodge for over 20 years. In addition, he is the Vermont Elks Association Secretary and has serviced as State President and District Deputy Grand ...
WEST HAVEN, Vt. — Sixty years ago, racing promoter CJ Richards stood on a piece of West Haven farmland and built a brand-new dirt-track racing facility. Through the years and decades, surface, class, rules and other changes have shaped the speedway and the sport in this region, but one thing ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Harding Acceptance and Inclusion Spirit Week begun today, Monday, April 20, and will continue until Friday, April 24. Please see the above flyer for more information. Related Articles:Kenilworth's Harding Elementary School Celebrates 100 Days of Learning Have a news tip, feedback ...
High Bridge, NJ – Check out our exclusive on-street videos and photo gallery of the signature event of this year's Art Around High Bridge festival – Rollin' With My Gnomies, held on a beautiful spring Saturday April 18th, 2026. Following the success of the event, the High Bridge Creative Team ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Deep underground in Gaza, inside a Hamas-dug tunnel — no light, barely any air — Bar Kupershtein heard something that shouldn’t have been possible: his mother’s voice.He had found a radio and searched through static until, for a brief moment, he reached an Israeli station. It ...