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By CHUCK O'DONNELL
April 13, 2026
NEW BRUNSWICK – Rabbi Esther Reed, who played a central role in the opening of Rutgers Hillel’s Halpern House nine years ago and has supported generations of Jewish students at Rutgers, will be leaving after nearly 25 years of service.The organization that serves as the hub of Jewish life at ...
BAYONNE, NJ - The long awaited pedestrian bridge over Route 440 is expected to take another step forward when the Bayonne City Council officially approves an agreement with the NJ Department of Transportation federal reimbursement.With this agreement in hand, City Planner Suzanne Mack said, a ...
HAMILTON, NJ - More than 700 jobseekers had the opportunity to meet with dozens of potential employers at the annual Hamilton Township Job Fair held at the Colonial Fire House recently.Among the employers on hand were a number of labor unions, representatives from county and state agencies, and non ...
VALATIE—At the March 10 Village Board meeting, the board heard from two residents and read a letter from another household near the Martin H. Glynn Municipal Building about their concerns with a new Verizon cell tower, which was approved for a site behind the building. Village Attorney Robert ...
MILLBURN, NJ — The presentation of the proposed 2026 municipal budget highlighted the April 7 meeting of the Millburn Township Committee.The budget shows a nearly 4% increase in the municipal tax rate, and stresses continued financial pressure from rising health insurance costs.The budget ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – The East Windsor Municipal Utilities Authority (EWMUA) will be flushing fire hydrants throughout the community in stages over a three-week period during the middle and end of April 2026. The flushing will be done “to remove sediment from pipes, monitor water flows and pressures, ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — In Friday's 13-9 loss to Morristown-Beard, Governor Livingston senior attackman Scott McRae quietly made history. With six goals and two assists on the night, McRae reached 100 career points — a milestone that speaks to years of consistent production and a relentless work ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — The township paid $2.8 million to buy downtown’s former New Jersey Federal Credit Union building with plans to move its Municipal Court out of Town Hall, officials confirmed.The Woodbridge Municipal Court is the busiest in Middlesex County, and New Jersey’s second busiest behind ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mount Laurel welcomed two new businesses to the Township this week. Mount Laurel officials, joined by first responders, attended grand opening ceremonies for South Jersey Party Rentals and Just Cheeked Beauty on April 7. Mount Laurel Mayor Stephen Steglik, Deputy Mayor Silvia ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - The Borough of New Providence is proud to celebrate Local Government Week with a series of engaging events designed to educate, connect, and inspire residents of all ages. Taking place this April, the week highlights the vital role local government plays in everyday life and ...
ROSELLE PARK, N.J. — A local restaurant is honoring two Cranford police officers for their bravery during a 2023 shooting by permanently displaying a piece of the patrol vehicle struck by gunfire.Dowling’s Irish Pub and Restaurant recently unveiled a plaque recognizing Cranford Police Officers ...
Basking Ridge, NJ — Cricket is coming to Bernards Township, as officials move forward with plans to add a dedicated cricket pitch at Pleasant Valley Park.Township officials say the addition reflects growing interest in the sport locally and aims to provide more recreational opportunities for ...
LOPATCONG TOWNSHIP, NJ - A kitchen fire sparked by cooking oil caused damage to an apartment in Lopatcong Township Friday night, April 10, 2026. Police, fire crews, and the Phillipsburg Emergency Squad were dispatched at 9 p.m. on April 10 to Apartment H-3 at the Brakeley Garden Apartments, 225 Red ...
ANNANDALE, NJ – Competition makes you stronger.Student athletes have regular opportunities to apply this powerful life lesson on a daily basis, whether in the classroom, in their respective sports or in their future endeavors.Quality competition can be found within a high school team’s schedule, ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ – The City of Bordentown Water Department is advising City and Township residents that it will be continuing its Spring hydrant flushing process this week. Hydrant flushing is an essential part of water system maintenance as well as a compliance requirement for the New Jersey ...
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson City Council is set to consider a resolution authorizing $93.3 million in emergency temporary appropriations to keep city operations running through April and May 2026, as officials continue working without a fully adopted annual budget.If approved, the measure would ...
ROSELLE PARK, N.J. — A local restaurant is honoring two Cranford police officers for their bravery during a 2023 shooting by permanently displaying a piece of the patrol vehicle struck by gunfire.Dowling’s Irish Pub and Restaurant recently unveiled a plaque recognizing Cranford Police Officers ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ —The township police union – PBA Local 38 – is leading community efforts to raise money for a 29-year-old police officer diagnosed with advanced lymphoma and sidelined as he undergoes medical treatment.Officer Christopher M. Handville was diagnosed with advanced Stage 4 Lymphom and ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ – Senior Charlie Kong and Junior Rebecca Greisman have been named the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Raiders of the Month (sponsored by Fabio's Bistro) for March 2026. Charlie Kong: Charlie exemplifies what it means to be a true Raider through his sincerity, strong work ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – The members of the 22nd Legislative District announced this week that Livia Lavelli, a student at Terrill Middle School in Scotch Plains, was one of three winners of the 2026 Student Essay Contest, which invited middle school students to share their vision for the future of ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Rutgers University is throwing the ultimate block party – and the whole state is invited.Free and open to the public, the university’s largest annual open house and community celebration at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, featuring more than 500 programs and activities, is set ...
BAYONNE, NJ - The Bayonne City Council is expected to vote on Wednesday on a proposal to allow for the redevelopment of the Hudson Radiology site to move ahead.The six‑story mixed residential building with limited ground‑floor retail which is proposed for the space is designed to promote ...
BERNARDS TOWNSHIP, NJ - The Bernards Township Municipal Alliance and the Bernards Township Health Department are sponsoring a virtual QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Trainings in partnership with EmPoWER Somerset. The goal of QPR is to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ —Programs like DARE, Project Graduation, and Junior High Night are familiar to many Mountainside families—but many do not realize they are all made possible through the Municipal Alliance.At the April 7, 2026 meeting, the Borough of Mountainside Council unanimously approved an ...
EAST ORANGE — For Nadine Wright-Arbubakrr, leadership was never about titles, recognition, or public platforms. It began with something far more personal — a mother’s instinct.When her son Nassan was about 18 months old, Wright-Arbubakrr noticed something felt different. He wasn’t meeting the same ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - It was a battle at the top of the standings between Ramsey and Hasbrouck Heights at the Aviators Relays on Friday evening at Depken Field in Hasbrouck Heights. On the boys' side, Ramsey prevailed, recording 68 points, with Hasbrouck Heights second with 66 points. Becton was ...
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RED BANK, NJ: Got something to say to an elected official?Praise, disapproval, suggestion?Well. Here’s your chance 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 schedule an ...