News
By MISSY DIAZ
April 18, 2026
COCONUT CREEK, FL — The Coconut Creek Walmart Supercenter is among dozens across Florida slated for major upgrades as part of the retailer’s broader effort to modernize its shopping experience.Walmart on Thursday announced plans to remodel 58 stores statewide in 2026, including locations across ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - A ruptured appendix, a bike crash that left the rider facing blindness, and a serious asthma attack were just some of the remedies that residents have sought care for at the former Christ Hospital over the years.That care, with the gradual, and what elected officials and activists ...
SCHOHARIE – The Town of Schoharie Board meeting went by quickly on April 8. Highway Superintendent Charlie Reed alerted the Council that 15 acres off Highway 7 has been listed for $90,000. As the Town has been looking for a location for a highway garage, and there’s $90,000 in American Rescue Plan ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Boynton Beach police have arrested a 30-year-old Boca Raton man on a grand theft auto charge in connection with a vehicle stolen outside a liquor store late last year.According to an arrest report, in November a man left his girlfriend’s 2012 Hyundai Sonata running outside BMT ...
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 ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The hallways of Roosevelt Elementary were glowing this week as Mrs. Bradley’s 6th-grade science students took on the “Mirror Challenge,” a high-energy, hands-on investigation into the physics of light and waves.Tasked with navigating light around obstacles to hit hidden targets, these ...
Hunterdon County officials are encouraging all motorists to remain patient and cautious when traveling on roads where farm equipment may be present, helping to protect both drivers and members of the agricultural community.Hunterdon County Commissioner Board Deputy Director and former Raritan ...
RANDOLPH, NJ- The Randolph boys lacrosse team started off the season with a record of 2-3 in their first five games, with two of those losses coming to annual power Mountain Lakes, and undefeated ( 8-0 ) West Morris. Since then, the Rams have kicked things into high gear, going 3-1 over their next ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — New signs, a new wellness business and the safety of pedestrians at one of Westfield’s busiest south side strips were discussed April 6 at the Westfield Planning Board meeting. Two variances were approved for 500 Central Ave, a mixed-use building with businesses as well as ...
At last Wednesday’s Council Meeting, police promotions were made, and we appointed two new officers to join our exceptional police department. Congratulations to Capt. Matt Hoogmoed, Lt. Ian Spohn, and Sgt. Joe DiGeronimo on their promotions, and welcome to our newest members, Brian Choi and ...
West Orange, NJ - The Morris Knolls High School baseball team battled back and forth with one of the state’s top teams but ultimately fell to No. 4 Seton Hall Prep, 9–7, on Friday afternoon.Morris Knolls (6-4), ranked No. 16, showed resilience after falling behind early, responding with a four-run ...
Sparta, NJ - The Morris Knolls High School girls lacrosse team battled throughout but fell to Sparta, 11–7, on Friday afternoon in a division matchup.Morris Knolls (2-4) stayed within striking distance early, trailing just 3-2 after the first quarter, but Sparta used a five-goal second period to ...
MILLBURN, NJ – The Millburn Free Public Library will showcase the Millburn-Short Hills Art Advisory Committee winners' original artwork from May 3 through May 24.MSH Art Advisory is celebrating 20 years of fine sponsorship and their AP Art Honors Scholarship in partnership with the Millburn High ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – The ovens were hot, the cheese was bubbly, and the boxes piled high as the stakes this past Friday night. The Kiwanis of Phillipsburg hosted its annual Pizza Challenge, transforming the Delaware Park Firehouse into a battleground of basil, sauce, and shredded mozzarella.With a ...
Denville, NJ - The Morris Knolls High School softball team used a pair of explosive innings to power past Morris Hills, 13–5, on Thursday afternoon.Ranked No. 6, Morris Knolls (8-2) broke the game open with a six-run third inning and added another six-run outburst in the sixth to pull away after a ...
NEW JERSEY — More Americans apparently feel like they’re gradually going broke, fueled by rising prices for groceries, gasoline, travel and entertainment, according to a new study from LensPricer.com. Feeling “broke” isn’t about what’s in your bank account – it’s about the small, everyday habits ...
WEST CALDWELL, NJ – Michelle Wie West has announced that she has accepted an invitation to play in the fourth annual Mizuho Americas Open as a sponsor exemption when the tournament tees off at Mountain Ridge Country Club in West Caldwell, May 4-10.“One of the privileges that comes with being the ...
HILLSBOROUGH. NJ - Beginning Monday, April 20, Dukes Parkway West will be closed to traffic before Route 206 as work crews will begin milling and repaving the heavily-traveled roadway.Heavy truck traffic has contributed to the deterioration of the roadway, which has been temporarily patched at ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Swimming is a passion for Nika Saroka. She started swimming pretty early. Like most younger siblings, she decided to get in the pool because her older sister was taking lessons. So, Saroka got in the water too, at the age of four. By the time she was seven, Saroka was ready to ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - While preparing for the upcoming work and school week, township residents will want to take note of six township roadways that are scheduled for milling and paving projects, allowing for extra travel time. The milling and paving projects will be done on the roadways that were ...
SCHOHARIE – A Cobleskill teen is eager to prove that she has what it takes to be hired for a job—no matter where it is or what the position is.Olivia VanEvera is competing in the New York State SkillsUSA competition in Syracuse later this month in the job interview event. The Capital Region BOCES ...
EDISON, NJ - More than 60 Middlesex County high school student-athletes were recognized for the positive way they conduct themselves on and off the field on Wednesday, April 15 at the 2026 Dan Hayston Memorial Sportsmanship Awards at the Pines Manor. This annual luncheon recognized Greater ...
PERTH AMBOY - At first, the numbers seem eye-popping.But when you break down all the redevelopment projects both completed and currently underway in Perth Amboy, Mayor Helmin Caba’s Administration is coordinating more than $1 billion in private investment to improve blighted parcels throughout the ...
High Point, NJ - The Morris Knolls High School baseball team saw a strong offensive effort undone by one big inning, falling to High Point, 14–9, on Thursday afternoon.Despite pounding out 12 hits and scoring nine runs, Morris Knolls (6-4) could not recover from an eight-run third inning by High ...
Denville, NJ - The Morris Knolls High School boys tennis team came up just short in a tightly contested match on Thursday, falling to Morris Hills, 3–2.Morris Knolls (2-6) picked up victories at first singles and first doubles but couldn’t find the third point needed to secure the match.At first ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — An adult male riding an electric bicycle was killed Friday night in a crash involving a marked police vehicle, according to the Coral Springs Police Department.The collision occurred around 9:41 p.m. near the 4300 block of Riverside Drive. Police said the rider collided with the ...
Montville, NJ - The Morris Knolls High School girls golf team continued its unbeaten run on Thursday, defeating Montville 186–207 in a nine-hole stroke-play match on a par-37 course.Morris Knolls (7-0) once again leaned on a strong performance from Olivia Gaglione, who earned medalist honors with a ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ — Students, educators and community members gathered at Nettingham Middle School Wednesday night for a Holocaust remembrance program featuring Fred Polak, the son of parents whose love story began in a concentration camp. Adara Goldberg, Ph.D. of the Holocaust Resource ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ — The Hackettstown High School girls flag football team delivered a masterclass in efficiency on Thursday night, cruising to a 37-0 victory over Wallkill Valley. The win was a total team effort, marked by a historic individual performance and a scoring clinic from a roster that is ...
CEDAR GROVE, NJ — The Cedar Grove Police Department is once again lacing up its sneakers for a meaningful cause, participating in the 43rd Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run Schools Program on Friday, June 5, 2026.As part of this statewide effort, officers will join thousands of their peers across ...