News

April 9, 2026

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — TAPinto is a partner of the inaugural Local News Day, which is taking place on April 9. Local News Day is a coordinated effort to reconnect people with the trusted local news outlets that help neighborhoods stay informed, prepared and engaged. TAPinto is committed to bringing ...

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LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Passaic Valley’s softball team came alive Wednesday, piling up 19 hits in a 16-7 win over Wayne Hills. The Hornets improved to 3-1 overall by scoring in six of seven innings and breaking the game open with a five-run fifth inning. Passaic Valley also added three runs in the sixth ...

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PARSIPPANY, NJ - A Parsippany-based data scientist is gaining international recognition for his work in artificial intelligence, highlighting the growing role local professionals are playing in shaping global technology innovation.Abhijit Choudhary, a senior data scientist living in Parsippany, was ...

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WOODLAND PARK, NJ - The Woodland Park Police Department will once again be offering its free Annual Junior Police Academy this summer.The program will be held from Aug. 17 through Aug. 21 at the Woodland Park Boys & Girls Club and is open to cadets ages 10 to 14. Participants must be residents ...

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The Borough of Red Bank is seeking motivated and reliable Full-Time Seasonal Workers to join the Department of Public Utilities team.Under the supervision of the Department Foreman, this position involves performing a wide range of manual labor tasks, including, using power tools, and handling ...

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HAMILTON, NJ – Winter storms and rising insurance premiums will cost Hamilton households approximately $5 per week, according to the recently released 2026 municipal budget.The “modest” increase in spending, which is anticipated to total just under $179 million, officials said, shows a commitment ...

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NEW BRUNSWICK ­­– Before celebrating his graduation this spring, Nico Cosereanu has one other life-changing experience he will check off his bucket list.On April 15, the School of Engineering student will appear in season 16 of “MasterChef,” Gordon Ramsay’s competition show featuring amateur cooks, ...

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COLUMBIA COUNTY--From two key data points – pricing and supply – not much is new in the county housing market. During 2025 the median home price rose, yet again, this time by 9.9%, to $527,450, the steepest rise by percentage of any Hudson Valley county. The inventory of homes for sale declined by ...

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POMPANO BEACH — A woman has died following a two-vehicle collision in Pompano Beach earlier this week, authorities said Thursday.Broward Sheriff’s Office traffic homicide detectives are investigating the crash, which occurred Monday afternoon at the intersection of West Copans Road and Northwest ...

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ROSELLE, NJ — Parents are invited to visit their children's schools next week for the Roselle Public Schools Spring Open House.It's a chance to visit the school and meet the staff.Here are the dates and the times of the open houses, according to the school district.April 13 — Washington Elementary, ...

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NUTLEY, NJ - Shortly before 10 am on Thursday, April 9, the intersection of Centre St. and Bloomfield Ave. was blocked by a tractor trailer. Officers of the Nutley Police Department were on the scene redirecting traffic. Both roads are major thoroughfares, and serve NJ Transit buses. Details of the ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — TAPinto is a partner of the inaugural Local News Day, which is taking place on April 9.Local News Day is a coordinated effort to reconnect people with the trusted local news outlets that help neighborhoods stay informed, prepared and engaged.TAPinto is committed to bringing ...

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The Borough of Red Bank is seeking a dedicated and skilled Full-Time Water and Wastewater Operator to join the Department of Public Utilities. This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of water treatment, water distribution, and wastewater collection systems, as well as ...

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COLUMBUS, NJ – Emma Reeves scored five goals to lead Robbinsville to a 10-9 girls lacrosse victory over Northern Burlington on Wednesday.Reeves also won six faceoffs for Robbinsville (3-2), which led, 8-4, after three quarters.Kinsley Franke, Alyson Klinger and Kaitlyn Franke each collected two ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Paterson officials are considering a proposed agreement with the city’s public school district that would allow designated school buildings to be used as temporary emergency shelters during disasters and other emergency events.The memorandum of understanding would create a formal ...

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ROXBURY, NJ - U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr., R-7, who represents Roxbury but has been criticized by local officials for lack of engagement when it comes to a proposed federal immigration detention center in Ledgewood, has asked newly confirmed Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin to more deeply ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — In the wake of an incident at Tamaques Park this week when an off-leash dog attacked and injured a leashed one, Mayor Jeremy Berman reminded Westfield pet owners of their responsibilities in his opening remarks to the town council on Tuesday night. “With the weather improving, it’s ...

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HOBOKEN, NJ – In a game that was halted after 2 ½ innings, Hoboken's baseball team came away with a 14-0 victory over American History Charter on Wednesday.Mason Blaskewicz, who pitched a scoreless inning, had a hit, drove in two runs and scored one. Jared Pena and Mike Casazza each had a hit and ...

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We invite all artists and photographers from New Providence and the surrounding areas to participate in the New Providence Memorial Library's annual Community Art Show, in this milestone year marking the 250th anniversary of our nation. This three-month summer exhibit runs from June through August ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ -  A portion of South Main Street in Phillipsburg was closed Wednesday night due to emergency repairs on a bridge over railroad tracks, officials said. The closure went into effect around 7:35 p.m. on April 8, with police shutting down South Main Street in both directions between ...

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ROXBURY — Any work by the federal government to convert a massive warehouse into a 1,500-person immigration processing center must stop immediately because even preparing the building for use by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) could harm the Roxbury environment, the township and the ...

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NEWARK - A tenant lawsuit against the owner and property managers of the luxury Eleven80 apartment building in Downtown Newark alleges five years of "unconscionable” rent increases, numerous maintenance issues, and retaliatory behavior by the property manager. The suit also details significant ...

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NEW BRUNSWICK ­­– Before celebrating his graduation this spring, Nico Cosereanu has one other life-changing experience he will check off his bucket list.On April 15, the School of Engineering student will appear in season 16 of “MasterChef,” Gordon Ramsay’s competition show featuring amateur cooks, ...

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ROXBURY — Any work by the federal government to convert a massive warehouse into a 1,500-person immigration processing center must stop immediately because even preparing the building for use by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) could harm the Roxbury environment, the township and the ...

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PARAMUS, NJ — Four women have been arrested and charged in Paramus after stealing thousands of dollars in merchandise from the Westfield Garden State Plaza.According to Chief of Police Robert Guidetti, Amyia Russell, 27, Skylar James, 25, Nyasia Ray, 23, and Shkyra Hale, 24, all from Brooklyn, New ...

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JERSEY CITY, NJ — For more than three decades, Linda Ivory-Green has dedicated her career to improving the health and well-being of Jersey City residents, work that has now culminated in her permanent appointment as Director of the city’s Department of Health and Human Services.Mayor James Solomon ...

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NEW BRUNSWICK ­­– Before celebrating his graduation this spring, Nico Cosereanu has one other life-changing experience he will check off his bucket list.On April 15, the School of Engineering student will appear in season 16 of “MasterChef,” Gordon Ramsay’s competition show featuring amateur cooks, ...

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GLEN ROCK, NJ - High school students have proposed a vending machine, ongoing initiative to fund school clubs, and the Board of Education seems inclined to approve it.On April 6, Jasmeet Kochar, Erin Nerona, and Nikos McAllister made their case to the board, asking for a $7,665 loan to start the ...

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Clinton, NJ — Courtyard Adult Day Center is inviting local seniors, caregivers, and families to discover its warm and supportive community during its weekly Open House, held every Wednesday at 2:30 PM in Clinton, New Jersey.Courtyard Adult Day Center provides a nurturing environment where older ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Sophomore attacker Kayla Hikade scored a career-high four goals in a game for the second time this season and senior midfielder Lena Carpernter scored twice and added two assists to lead Phillipsburg High School to a 10-6 victory over Immaculata in a Skyland Conference girl’s ...

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