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By GABRIELLA DRAGONE
April 21, 2026
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Passaic Valley's softball team scored four runs in the fifth inning to pull away for an 8-4 win over Fair Lawn on Monday.After falling behind early, Passaic Valley (9-1) responded with a steady offensive effort, finishing with nine hits and capitalizing on key scoring ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit Public Schools recognized its 2025–2026 Teachers of the Year and Support Staff of the Year during the Board of Education meeting last week, honoring educators and staff members across all district schools for their contributions to student learning, school culture and support ...
CHATHAM, NJ – The Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center has formed a partnership with East Orange Campus High, creating a program that helps students work toward becoming a certified nurse's assistant.Nine East Orange Campus students are in the weekly inaugural program, which includes in-class ...
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.
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 ...
HAMILTON, NJ – Steinert scored two runs in the bottom of the sixth inning and held on for a 9-7 baseball victory over Hightstown on Monday.Nick Feniello's RBI single on an infield hit gave Steinert an 8-7 lead, and another run scored on an error on the same play.Anthony Prosdocimo went 3-for-4 with ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Robbinsville scored five runs in the first inning and went on to a 12-6 softball victory over Bridgewater-Raritan on Monday.Caroline Kapferer drove in five runs with a home run and a single for Robbinsville (6-3). Juliana Amoroso had two hits and four RBI in the win.Amanda Ciser ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ — Livingston snapped a three‑game skid on Monday with a 10–8 win over West Essex, using a fast start and a strong finish to overcome a late Knights surge.Livingston (6-4) controlled the first half, building a 5–2 lead, then extended the margin coming out of halftime before West Essex ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP — Local families have a delicious reason to skip dessert at home this Wednesday. The Learning Experience is partnering with Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard for a "Let’s Grant Wishes" fundraiser to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.The event, which aims to turn frozen ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — The City of Hoboken and the Hoboken Housing Authority (HHA) will host a community meeting on Phase 1 of the HHA Redevelopment Plan on Wednesday, May 13, at 6 p.m. at 123 Jefferson St.Adopted by the Hoboken City Council in 2023 following extensive public input, the plan calls for the ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP — Local families have a delicious reason to skip dessert at home this Wednesday. The Learning Experience is partnering with Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard for a "Let’s Grant Wishes" fundraiser to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.The event, which aims to turn frozen ...
HOBOKEN, NJ – Hoboken scored in every inning on its way to a 10-0 baseball victory in five innings over McNair Academic on Monday.William Herrera went 3-for-4 with two runs batted in and two runs scored for Hoboken, which pounded out a total of 14 hits.Jason Dale had three hits and scored three ...
FAIRFIELD, NJ — A traffic stop in Fairfield earlier this month led to the arrest of a New York man and the seizure of drugs and nearly a quarter-million dollars in cash, according to a release from the Fairfield Police Department.Police said the arrest occurred on April 9, 2026, when officers ...
COPAKE–The Roeliff Jansen Community Library, 9091 Route 22, invites the public to a special musical lecture with Jack Brown as he discusses Bach’s “St. Matthew Passion,” on Sunday, April 26 from 4 to 5 p.m. This free program offers a rare opportunity to explore one of the most profound works in the ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — Author and family therapist Maria Sikoutris-Di Iorio, MA, Ed.S., MFT, LPC, announced the release of her inspiring new children’s book, “Jayce Never Gives Up,” available in hardcover now.Inspired by real-life moments with her granddaughter, Jayce, Sikoutris-Di Iorio’s story ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is inviting young residents to spend an afternoon of creativity and connection at its upcoming “Coloring with the Cops” event.The event will take place at Target, located at 4 Centerton Road, on Saturday, April 25, from 12PM to ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — The community is invited to come together for this weekend's Team Vivian Walk, an event celebrating the life and legacy of a Bordentown Township resident while raising awareness about the importance of organ donation.The Inaugural Team Vivian Walk will be held on Saturday, April 25 ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – Here is your Monday Sports Wrap-Up:Whippany Park Baseball Walks Off Madison in SeventhMonday, Whippany Park baseball scored three runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to beat Madison, 4-3.After four scoreless innings, Madison scored three runs in the fourth to take the ...
ELIZABETH, NJ - Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy has been selected as an Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) National Demonstration School in an announcement made during a validation event at the school and on the Elizabeth Public Schools website.AVID is a nonprofit educational ...
SHORT HILLS, NJ – Community Congregational Church will host its annual Boutique & Rummage Sale on Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, transforming its space into a curated shopping experience filled with designer labels, vintage clothing, unique finds, new and gently ...
MADISON, NJ — The Madison Farmers and Artisan Market will kick off its 2026 season on Saturday, May 23, bringing fresh produce, locally made goods, and community spirit back to the borough.A staple of the Madison community, the market offers residents access to a wide variety of farm-fresh fruits ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – New Brunswick residents go to the polls today as three incumbents and one challenger are vying for three seats on the New Brunswick Board of Education.Polls will be open until 8 p.m.To find your assigned polling location, click here. The three seats up for election this year come ...
CLINTON TOWN, NJ - The Guild of Clinton is hosting the 2026 Cruising Clinton Car cruise, which is scheduled for this Sunday April 26th from 11 to 4pm. Aside from the beautiful display of vehicles, this month is Autism Awareness Month and the Guild is again raising funds for the local Unified ...
NEWARK - A century-old North Ward park anchored by a historic water tower is set for beautification and green infrastructure improvements, as city officials move forward with a plan to modernize Salvatore Bontempo Memorial Park while preserving its legacy.The Newark Central Planning Board heard the ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, N.J. — Senior Night unfolded the way the Gov. Livingston softball program has long hoped its traditions would — with family, emotion and a statement win on the field.Before first pitch Monday night at Deerfield School, the Gov. Livingston softball program honored its seven seniors — ...
CAMDEN – George E. Norcross III on Tuesday reflected on Camden's advances over the last few years, but also teased with hints at more big gains in the near future.Norcross, board chairman of the Cooper Health System, said that Cooper – in the midst of a $3 billion expansion – is in discussions with ...
Califon, NJ – All-you-can-eat Pancake Breakfasts for the entire community returned to the Califon Fire Hall on Sunday, April 12th, one week after Easter Sunday. There, the Califon Fire Co. and many more volunteers welcomed several hundred locals for fresh pancakes, eggs, sausage and other breakfast ...
BUTLER, NJ - The Butler Softball Team improved to 6-2 on Monday, defeating Park Ridge 8-7 in extras. Brooke Demmers went 3-5 at the plate with a home run and two runs scored. Kyli Morgan went 2-3 with a home run and two RBI. Kara Morgan had three hits. Mikayla Eutermarks was credited with the win ...
NEW JERSEY– New Jerseyans now have the chance to vote for their heroes, as the New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) unveils 60 nominees for the Class of 2026. These nominees span six prestigious categories: Arts & Letters; Education, Research, Engineering & Science; Enterprise; Performing Arts ...
EDISON, NJ - Two students at John P. Stevens High School are the recipients of a Corporate-Sponsored National Merit Scholarship. Abhinav Senthilkumar and Pranav Vemulapalli are two of the 37 students in New Jersey to be awarded with a corporate-sponsored scholarship this year.Abhinav Senthilkumar ...