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By TAPINTO BORDENTOWN STAFF
March 20, 2026
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey State Police (NJSP) is urging residents across the state to be vigilant against ongoing fraud scams that target individuals, particularly elderly victims. “Fraud scams continue to target residents across New Jersey, particularly our most vulnerable elderly community ...
WAYNE, NJ — The text looks official. It references a court, lists a case number, names a judge, and warns of consequences if you don’t act. There’s even a QR code to “settle your unpaid balance.”It’s also a scam.The Passaic County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about fraudulent messages ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ - Back by popular demand, the Thursdays By The Sea band series will return to the Great Lawn Stage for summer 2026.The City of Long Branch moved the concert series from Pier Village to the Great Lawn Stage last summer following a shooting after a Tim McLoone & The Shirleys ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — The South Brunswick girls lacrosse team will open its regular season on Tuesday, March 24 at home against Sayreville.The Vikings posted an 11-9 record last season and return a talented core of veterans from that team. This year, the team has been elevated to the Red Division ...
SPARTA, NJ – Women’s History Month was recognized with a proclamation at the March 10, 2026 township council meeting. Mary Fischer, Mandy Major and Michelle Petelicki accepted the proclamation on behalf of the Junior Woman’s Club of Sparta after it was read into the record by Mayor Dean Blumetti.
MADISON, N.J. — Residents will have an opportunity to have household consumer products checked for lead during a special testing event at the Madison Public Library on Wednesday, April 8.Hosted by the Westfield Regional Health Department, the event, titled “Know Before You Use It: Test For Lead,” ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – In just under a month, Morris County residents will head to the polls as New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District prepares for a Special General Election on Thursday, April 16, 2026.The election was formally scheduled after Governor Phil Murphy signed a Writ of Election on ...
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — Schuyler Place in Morristown will be temporarily closed on Monday, March 23, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. as crews continue work tied to the Morris County Courthouse project.According to the announcement, the closure is needed to allow for excavation work in the roadway, including ...
Passover is around the corner and Mindy's Munchies famous coconut macaroons are back! Chewy, delicious, and chocolate-dipped — the perfect sweet bite for your Seder table during Passover. Preorders are now open in store and online at www.mindysmunchies.com Pick up a few individually wrapped or add ...
MADISON, N.J. — It was a busy week for Madison High School’s band program, as student musicians represented the school both in the Morris County St. Patrick's Day Parade and on the concert stage.Over the weekend, the Marching Dodgers took part in the Morristown St. Patrick’s Day Parade, joining ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – Potholes and water main breaks were two of the fallout from the rugged winter that Springfield has experienced.Township administrator John Bussiculo said that the Springfield Department of Public Works has been making repairs on of its our plows and spreaders before they are ...
ROXBURY, NJ — The state and Roxbury Township today filed a lawsuit against the federal government, contending the courts should block the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from converting a Ledgewood warehouse into a detained immigrant processing facility.Roxbury Mayor Shawn PotilloThe ...
POMPANO BEACH — In a quickly-called workshop, Pompano Beach city commissioners and residents gathered at the Cultural Center on Friday to weigh the future of a “standalone police department” or staying with BSO as the city's law enforcement partner.No formal votes were taken during the workshop.
MORRIS PLAINS, N.J. — The Morris Plains Board of Education is seeking a resident to fill an immediate vacancy on the board, with applications due by Monday, April 13 at 4 p.m.The appointment will run from May 26, 2026, through Dec. 31, 2026. The seat will then appear on the ballot in the annual ...
Passover is around the corner and Mindy's Munchies famous coconut macaroons are back! Chewy, delicious, and chocolate-dipped — the perfect sweet bite for your Seder table during Passover. Preorders are now open in store and online at www.mindysmunchies.com Pick up a few individually wrapped or add ...
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — The Town of Morristown has announced that beginning April 1, 2026, waste collection services will be handled by F. Basso Disposal, marking a transition to a new contractor for residential pickup.According to the town’s update, residents can expect to see new trucks and personnel ...
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — Schuyler Place in Morristown will be temporarily closed on Monday, March 23, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. as crews continue work tied to the Morris County Courthouse project.According to the announcement, the closure is needed to allow for excavation work in the roadway, including ...
MORRIS PLAINS, N.J. — The Borough of Morris Plains is accepting applications for a full-time Police Chief’s Secretary, according to a job announcement issued by the borough.The position, based at Borough Hall on Speedwell Avenue, includes a range of clerical and administrative responsibilities ...
PARAMUS, NJ — Coming up at the top of the week is an opportunity to shop for all things crafty!Taking place at Paramus High School on Sunday, March 22 is the Spring Craft Show. Running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., nearly 150 exhibitors across three states will be present, offering arts, crafts and ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway Public School District will hold a Lego Family Night on Wednesday, March 25, at 6 p.m.The event will take place at the Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy, located at 1139 Kline Place.And join the district beforehand, at 5:30 p.m., for its Parent Academy, “Science at ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ – The Burlington County Health Department is distributing free radon test kits to county homeowners to check their homes for the radioactive gas.Around 100 kits are available as part of a partnership between Burlington County and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection ...
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey State Police (NJSP) is urging residents across the state to be vigilant against ongoing fraud scams that target individuals, particularly elderly victims. “Fraud scams continue to target residents across New Jersey, particularly our most vulnerable elderly community ...
EDISON, NJ — Two Middlesex College computer science students are participating in a coveted semester-long fellowship program to explore how artificial intelligence may impact, influence and benefit the public at-large. Laila Diaz, from Sewaren, and Hassan Ibrahim, from Old Bridge, are participating ...
CLARK, NJ — The Clark Board of Education (BOE) met for its regular monthly meeting on Monday, March 16. Board members approved the 2026-2027 academic calendar.Click here to view next year's school calendar.Additionally, there will be no "snow giveback" days this May and June as the district has ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — The Elizabeth High School community will come together to celebrate the accomplishments of its student-athletes during the upcoming Winter Sports Awards Ceremony on Monday, March 23, at 6 p.m.The event will take place at the Frank J. Cicarelli Academy Auditorium and will recognize ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Common Council will host two informal listening sessions in April, continuing a public engagement initiative launched last month. The events give residents a chance to speak directly with local officials in a relaxed setting.Sessions are Monday, April 6, and Monday, April ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Three Phillipsburg residents have been arrested in connection with the alleged illegal dumping of dogs across Sussex County, authorities said. Joshua R. Ciemniecki, 18, Robert Ciemniecki, 74, and Kaila McNeill, 30, all of Phillipsburg, in Warren County, NJ were charged with ...
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed.STATE POLICECarter Goss, 28, of Athens, was arrested March 13 at 2:51 p.m. in Catskill and charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a ...
NEW JERSEY — A New Jersey singer-songwriter is making his mark on one of music's biggest stages. Jake Thistle, 22, of Paramus, has advanced to the Top 20 of American Idol 2026 after delivering a standout performance of his original song, "Sleep On Me," during the Ohana Round, filmed in Hawaii.The ...
FANWOOD, NJ — From a young child dancing in the waiting room of a Garwood studio to performing around the world with one of the most prestigious modern dance companies, Fanwood native Devin Loh has followed a path shaped by passion, discipline, and her hometown roots.Loh, 29, grew up on Beech Ave.