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By RYAN JONES
April 20, 2026
SAYREVILLE, NJ — It was a strong week across the board as Sayreville spring teams turned in a series of impressive performances, highlighted by clutch wins and dominant outings.BaseballThe Bombers baseball team picked up a pair of wins, including a dramatic 7-6 victory over Spotswood on Thursday.
NEW JERSEY — A Middlesex County woman will serve 20 months in a federal prison for fraudulently obtaining nearly $200,000 in COVID-19 emergency relief funds, according to the US Attorney for New Jersey.US District Judge Robert Kirsch sentenced 42-year-old Damaris Valerio – also known as Damaris ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – A Notre Dame High School guidance counselor is scheduled to appear in court on May 28, 2026, following his arrest on charges involving a 14-year-old student, according to the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office.Antoine A. Hart, 53, of Lawrenceville, was arrested on April 15, 2026, ...
3rd Congressional District – Aspiring artists who live in the parts of Mercer, Burlington and Monmouth counties represented by Congressman Herb Conaway have just days left to submit their work to be judged as part of the national Congressional Art Competition. The competition is held each spring ...
HAINESPORT, NJ — Residents in need of support services will have two opportunities to access free resources this week as part of a Community Outreach initiative.On Thursday, April 23, community members can stop by the Willingboro Public Library, located at 220 Willingboro Parkway, from 11PM to 2PM.
BLOOMFIELD, NJ — The Bloomfield Center Alliance (BCA) is excited to announce the return of the Bloomfield Center Sidewalk Sale on Saturday, April 25, 2026 (rain or shine), from 12:00 to 5:00 PM. The day will feature more than 20 businesses bringing their unique products and services directly to the ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — The Sayreville Cultural Arts has announced an exciting 2026 Spring–Summer lineup packed with live music, themed events, movie screenings, and family-friendly entertainment running from May through August.The season kicks off in May with Teen Night at the Recreation Center on May 8, ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — In the mood for sushi or Thai? Want to try Peruvian cuisine? Maybe you hanker for a meatball Parmesan sub or Sichuan Chinese takeout. Well, downtown Woodbridge has it all, with more food choices on the way.Downtown Woodbridge also has many new fine dining restaurants, emerging as ...
NEW JERSEY — A Middlesex County woman will serve 20 months in a federal prison for fraudulently obtaining nearly $200,000 in COVID-19 emergency relief funds, according to the US Attorney for New Jersey.US District Judge Robert Kirsch sentenced 42-year-old Damaris Valerio – also known as Damaris ...
Mayor Kelly and the Nutley Department of Public Affairs and Health in participation with various Nutley Organizations are pleased to announce the following events throughout the month of May in recognition of the 250th Celebration of our Nation.Saturday, May 23rd – Walk in the Park TourStarts ...
Red Bank Public Library Newsletter for the Week of April 27Monmouth County is gearing up for its America 250 festivities! Stop by RBPL to check out our America 250 table, where you can pick up brochures, pamphlets, and flyers highlighting all the exciting events happening throughout Monmouth ...
POMPANO BEACH — A local nursing assistant will trade his Pompano Beach residence for a federal prison cell after being sentenced Monday to nine years for his role in an $11.4 million health care fraud conspiracy.Christian “Chris” Cruz, 45, was also ordered to pay $3.7 million in restitution for a ...
Victory number two in the brief history of the Bloomfield High flag football team came on April 13.The Bengals defeated Barringer for the program's first shutout, 24-0, at Branch Brook Park, in Newark. The win improved Bloomfield's record to 2-1 on the season.Head coach Deborah Schulze's team will ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Red Meat Lovers Club, which has Boca Raton roots, has built a following around steaks and burgers — and now its founder is being recognized by White Castle as one of the brand’s most devoted fans.Delray Beach resident Evan Darnell, who organizes the philanthropy-focused club and is ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — A Coconut Creek nonprofit that provides free mental health support to grieving and traumatized children is mourning the loss of a beloved therapy horse while managing a contagious disease outbreak that has placed its entire herd under quarantine.Tomorrow's Rainbow, which has ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out. Shrimp Lo Mein $15.50Blackened Mozz Burger topped with Jalapenos & Chipotle Mayo, served with Tots $15.50Grilled Chicken & Swiss, Bacon, Sautee Onions & BBQ Sauce on a ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — Students from Sayreville War Memorial High School’s “Odyssey of the Mind” club delivered impressive performances to win Odyssey’s state tournament. Now, these teams will represent New Jersey at the World Final championship in May.Competing on March 28th, at Princeton High School, ...
WAYNE, NJ - It was another beautiful spring morning for the annual opening day parade and festivities for Wayne Little League. More than 750 players, spread across 63 teams and supported by about 200 volunteer coaches, took part in Saturday’s ceremonies at Dotterweich Field to open the 2026 ...
NEW JERSEY – In November 2023, Governor Phil Murphy announced the Advanced Clean Cars II program, which set a goal of having all new cars and light-duty trucks sold in the state be either electric or hybrid vehicles by 2035. At that time, Murphy said that his planned phase-out of gasoline-fueled ...
GOLD COAST, NJ — This is Part 1 of a three-part series examining how the long-standing “college-first” mindset in the United States has shaped education pathways—and contributed to a growing gap in the skilled trades workforce.For decades, the message to American students has been consistent: if ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Cold weather in Nutley has been like one of those arguments where, after a great deal of bitter shouting, a door is slammed, then the return, proclaiming, “and one more thing!”Residents can expect one more thing tonight, as temperatures are expected to drop below freezing ...
FLEMINGTON – The discussion about whether to condemn a portion of Turntable Junction for redevelopment was briefly derailed by the Flemington Planning Board April 14.The meeting agenda called for a discussion responding to an ordinance passed April 13 by the borough council that directed the ...
ST. BONAVENTURE, NY — Former Penn State University freshman Mason Blackwood has committed to St. Bonaventure University, with three years of eligibility, he told ESPN’s Pete Thamel.Blackwood, a 6-foot-7 forward from nearby Rochester, New York, becomes a key local pickup for the Bonnies as the ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - South Brunswick Public Library's Mobile Branch was back on the road this weekend. The library's popular Mobile Branch, formerly known as the Bookmobile, was on the shelf for a while because of repairs. It's back now and on the road again, making its first stop at the Holi in ...
COLONIA, NJ - After Friday night's exciting ninth-inning win over Somerville High School in the 2026 Autism Awareness Challenge, the Chargers varsity baseball team was back on the diamond to start a home-at-home with Colonia High School on Saturday. It would be another extra inning game with the ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Under sunny skies with a little bit of an early morning chill in the air on Saturday, the Friends of the East Brunswick Environmental Commission's spring Freecylcing Day took over the front parking lot of the Community Arts Center. What's freecycling? Freecycling is both a ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Residents have asked the township council for help with speeding drivers in several sections of the municipality.Local resident David Kitchen appeared before the governing body April 9 for what he labeled as ongoing concerns about speeding on Vosseller Avenue, particularly with ...
MADISON, NJ - Here's what's happening in and around town this week; Monday April 20 - Friday April 24MONDAY APRIL 20Knitting and More Group; Madison Library; 1pm - 3pmMadison Boys Golf vs TBD at Echo Lake; 12pmMadison Baseball vs Whippany Park at Whippany Park; 4pmMadison Girls Golf vs Academy of ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Guided by boundless energy and uncommon athleticism, Drew Gullo recently surpassed the 400-save mark as the goalie for the New Providence boys lacrosse team.Gullo is currently in the midst of a stretch in which he has made double-digit saves in six consecutive games, including ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — On a picture-perfect spring day, New Providence launched what organizers hope will become a beloved annual tradition. The first Reverend Caldwell Day — a borough-wide day of giving held in honor of a local Revolutionary War patriot — drew residents and volunteers of all ages to ...