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By GRACE MCCULLUM
May 4, 2026
MADISON, NJ — Madison residents will have the opportunity to show their support for law enforcement as the 2026 Police Unity Tour passes through the borough on Saturday, May 9.The tour will leave the DoubleTree Hotel in Fairfield at 10:30 a.m. and is expected to travel through Madison at ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — A chilly Sunday morning was no match for the enthusiasm of New Providence residents who turned out in force for the borough's spring FreeCycle Fest, transforming the Community Pool Parking Lot into a bustling open-air bazaar where everything was free — and nothing went to ...
HAMILTON, NJ - Tickets for the John O. Wilson Hamilton Neighborhood Center, Inc.’s third annual Tricky Tray are now on sale.Spa packages, hotel getaways, dinners out, and even a visit to Bounce Zone were among the prizes won by those among the more than 100 Hamilton area residents that supported ...
Pioneer Productions is excited to announce an upcoming production of Merrily We Roll Along, the groundbreaking musical by Stephen Sondheim with a book by George Furth. Based on the 1934 play by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart, the musical premiered in 1981 and has since become one of Sondheim’s ...
MADISON , NJ - Here's what's happening in and around town this week; Monday May 4 - Friday May 8MONDAY MAY 4Madison Girls Golf vs TBD at Rutgers; 9amMadison Softball vs Pequannock at Madison; 4pm Madison Boys Tennis vs Mount Olive at Mount Olive; 4:30pmTUESDAY MAY 5Madison Boys Golf Sectionals vs ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Here's what's happening in and around town this week; Monday May 4 - Friday May 8MONDAY MAY 4Morristown Baseball vs Sparta at Harter Road; 4pmMorristown Flag Football vs Pope John at Harter Road; 4pmMorristown Boys Lacrosse vs Park Regional; Morristown Turf Field; 6pmMorris Plains ...
BAYONNE, NJ - The Bayonne Fire Department is now processing resale certifications and smoke certifications from the Building Department, officials have announced. All new applicants for the sale of properties will now have to obtain an application from the Fire Department in the Fire Prevention ...
PATERSON, NJ - Paterson Vietnam Veterans members are invited to attend and participate in a meet-and-greet, hosted by students from Passaic County Technical Institute (PCTI) on Tuesday, May 5.The event, scheduled from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at PCTI, aims to foster dialogue between students and those who ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ – The air was crisp and the mercury stayed low, but the atmosphere at Morrison Field was nothing short of electric today. Athletes from across multiple counties gathered for the annual Special Olympics track and field meet, proving once again that passion is the best way to beat a ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - Robbinsville High School’s HOSA (Future Health Professionals) chapter, an organization dedicated to promoting and advancing healthcare, is inviting the Robbinsville community to contribute to their student-run donation drive to assist those in need. “At Robbinsville High School, ...
EDISON, NJ — Students from Edison Academy Magnet School were awarded the top prize at this year's MathWorks Math Modeling Challenge in New York City.The students – Ashwath Ram, Vedaswaroop Kunamneni, Sreethan Gangavarapu, Alexander Poon, and Ishan Nagpal took home the top cash prize of $20,000 in ...
BORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP, NJ – Bordentown Township has been awarded a grant from the NJ Department of Transportation (NJDOT) for improvements to Rising Sun Road. The Township will receive a grant of $712,000 through the Local Freight Impact Fund, which helps municipalities and counties promote the safe ...
FLEMINGTON – The borough council approved by resolution a contract to make repairs on the elevator at the Flemington Free Public Library.The $8,258 contract was awarded to Uplift Elevator Co. It was the lowest of three bids.Councilwoman Beth Herbert, the council liaison to the independent library ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mount Laurel's young residents can learn lifesaving skills at a free program being offered by Mount Laurel Emergency Medical Services (MLEMS) this summer. MLEMS is currently accepting applications for its 2026 Junior EMT Academy for kids ages 12 to 15. The Academy is taking place ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ — Hightstown residents will have an opportunity to access a wide range of government services in one place during an event taking place this week.The Borough of Hightstown will be hosting Constituents Day on Friday, May 8, from approximately 9:45AM to 2PM at Memorial Park.The event ...
CHATHAM—The Columbia County Historical Society announces the first-ever Ghent–Chatham Trivia Night at Chatham Brewing, 59 Main Street, May 7 at 7 p.m. Join Ghent Town Historian Gregg Berninger for a spirited evening of questions exploring the shared past and present of the two towns.Participants ...
FRANKLIN, NJ — A 54-year-old Georgia man is charged with murder after a woman was found dead in the passenger seat of his car outside a Davidson Avenue hotel on Saturday morning, according to Somerset County Prosecutor John P. McDonald.Acting Chief of County Detectives Meredith McKay, and Franklin ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The rich, storied tradition of Bridgewater-Raritan High School lacrosse for sophomores like Sam Tremarco and Jenna Millets extend beyond their Panthers’ girls’ squad.Not only are they both present members of their girls’ team’s draw control unit.Both of their older brothers played ...
Bedminster, NJ — The Raritan Headwaters Association (RHA) has been awarded a $15,000 Water and Environment grant from the American Water Charitable Foundation to launch a new study focused on protecting the region’s water supply from harmful PFAS chemicals.The pilot study will examine the presence ...
MILLBURN, NJ – Livingston will play top-seeded Glen Ridge in the quarterfinal round of the girls lacrosse Essex County Tournament on Tuesday after defeating Millburn, 13-8, on Saturday in the first round.Taryn Dzama scored four goals and had two assists and Casey Conklin had four goals and one ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — As part of U.S. letter carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, held annually the second Saturday in May, area residents are asked to leave bagged donations of non-perishable food near their mailboxes in time for the carriers’ visits on May 9. "Essentially, we simply ask residents to ...
COLTS NECK, NJ: Nestled in the heart of Colts Neck is a very special place: Colts Neck Community Church! This year they are marking their 50th Year Church Anniversary and celebrating BIG! You are invited to the May 17th, 2026, 11AM Service, to be held at the Jersey Shore, in the Great Auditorium in ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: Brookdale Community College is expanding its already robust academic and professional development offerings with the introduction of a new Academic Certificate in Social Media, aimed at individuals looking to build or advance careers in digital communication and marketing.Open to ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: Brookdale Community College is expanding its already robust academic and professional development offerings with the introduction of a new Academic Certificate in Social Media, aimed at individuals looking to build or advance careers in digital communication and marketing.Open to ...
The Freehold Family YMCA, a trusted community hub for over 130 years, invites you to celebrate its legacy of impact and wellness. On Thursday, May 28, 6:30pm – 8:30pm at 618 Restaurant in Freehold, the Freehold Family Y Community Celebration will spotlight individuals and organizations making a ...
RED BANK, NJ: The 7th Annual Red Bank Classic 5K returns on Saturday, June 20 right in the heart of downtown Red Bank, NJ. This vibrant community event unites runners, families, and supporters of all ages to celebrate our lively downtown, scenic waterfront, and shared commitment to uplifting Red ...
RED BANK, NJ: Praise, critique, or suggestion?Do you have something to share with an elected official?Here's your opportunity to let them know what's on your mind.The following are the weekly public office hours of Mayor and Council: Monday Afternoons - Mayor Billy Portman (call 732-530-2740 to ...
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ — Wood-Ridge Senior High School announced the Honor Roll for the third marking period of the 2025-2026 school year.Highest Honors - 12Chughtai, Nayab*Cruz, MayaDunn, ConnorMakarewicz, JennySchweizer, ChristopherStasion, SeanHigh Honors – 12Alcala, VielkaDodds, OwenDontas, ...
UNION, N.J. — The Township of Union hosted its fourth annual Asian American/Pacific Islander (AAPI) Festival on Saturday, drawing a large crowd to Stuyvesant Avenue for an afternoon of cultural celebration, live performances and local cuisine.The event, held in recognition of Asian/Pacific American ...
WAYNE, NJ - On Thursday, April 23, 2026, seven members of the Packanack Lake Fire Company #5 in Wayne, New Jersey, on their own accord, planned and traveled overseas to join in the 150th anniversary celebration of the Kestert Volunteer Fire Department in the village of Kestert, Germany.Nestled ...