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By TAPINTO BORDENTOWN STAFF
March 20, 2026
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — The community is invited to a free event taking place next week that will discuss light pollution and its impacts on Bordentown and the rest of New Jersey.The Bordentown City Environmental Commission (BCEC) will be hosting a Dark Skies Walk and Talk on Wednesday, March 25 from ...
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 ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — A 55-year-old woman was arrested after deputies say she repeatedly used a stun gun on her daughter’s ex-boyfriend after finding him half-dressed in her daughter’s bed.According to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, Veronica Karlsson called 911 on the morning of March 17 ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — A 30-year-old fugitive wanted for murder in Puerto Rico was found hiding out at a home in the Keasbey section of Woodbridge, the US Marshals Service said.Fugitive Juan Alberto Bordonada-Laureano was taken into custody on March 11th by US Marshals, the NJ State Police and police ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — In Coral Springs, the city trucks and emergency vehicles will soon line up, and their doors will stay as special needs children step inside and learn how the city works.The city will host its Touch-A-Truck event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at the Mullins Hall ...
Linden, NJ- Students at School No. 9 in Linden got moving and learning during a lively assembly to kick off the Kids Heart Challenge! American Heart Association representative Melanie Layton led the event, encouraging students to think about how they can keep their hearts, bodies, and minds ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - The borough has ended the $1.00 daily parking pass at the Commuter Train and Bus lots, according to officials. The council discussed the matter over the course of several public meetings.Simply stated, this 1990s rate was no longer financially unsustainable. After administrative ...
PATERSON, NJ - Leqaa Kordia, a 33-year-old Paterson resident, has been released from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody after being detained for over a year, city officials and advocacy groups confirmed Monday. An immigration judge had set bond at $100,000 during a Friday ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Excitement was high as South Plainfield Borough Hall rolled out the red carpet to hold its first major event celebrating South Plainfield's centennial anniversary on Saturday, March 14 with a special reenactment of South Plainfield Borough Council's first meeting. South ...
KINDERHOOK--On March 21 at 3 p.m., the critically acclaimed American soprano Paulina Swierczek will be joined by internationally recognized pianist Erika Switzer in the next program on Concerts In The Villages’s (CITV) spring series of concerts. Featured will be two of the most demanding and ...
ROSELLE, NJ — The Roselle Police Department is alerting residents to a growing scam targeting local drivers with fraudulent court notices.Scammers are sending fake “Notice of Hearing” messages that appear to come from the Newark Municipal Court.These messages claim recipients have unpaid parking or ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — As the local landscape begins to shift into the vibrant colors of the season, Mercer Management Group has announced a new wave of "Spring Specials" for its premier 55+ active adult community, The Cottages at Compass Point.Located at 1111 West Bay Avenue, the development is currently ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — As the local landscape begins to shift into the vibrant colors of the season, Mercer Management Group has announced a new wave of "Spring Specials" for its premier 55+ active adult community, The Cottages at Compass Point.Located at 1111 West Bay Avenue, the development is currently ...
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 ...
MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. — Friday, March 20 marks National Proposal Day 2026, an unofficial observance tied to the spring equinox and celebrated as a symbolic day for couples to get engaged. National Proposal Day is observed on March 20, the date of the spring equinox this year, a day often associated ...
Basking Ridge, NJ — The Bernards Township Committee has taken steps to secure federal funding that would support critical stormwater planning and environmental compliance efforts across the township.At a recent meeting, officials approved a resolution to apply for $250,000 in federal funding ...
SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ — Residents across Somerset County, particularly in and around Bedminster, may notice increased law enforcement activity next week as federal and local agencies conduct scheduled training exercises. The U.S. Secret Service, in coordination with local law enforcement, will hold ...
With escalating food prices, now is a great time to start growing some of your own vegetables. Not only can you save money, but you’ll enjoy great flavor and maximum nutritional value.Take time to do a bit of planning. Your first trip to the garden center can result in buying more plants than the ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — The Hackensack Health Department and the Center for Modern Dance have come together to present residents with an engaging lifestyle program. Open to neighbors 11 and up, the Thrive Thursdays Free Wellness Workshops will be held at the Hackensack Civic Center at 6 p.m., starting ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – The East Brunswick Board of Education has announced a special meeting to be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, with a primary focus on the district’s upcoming budget.According to the official notice issued on March 19, the meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. in open session and ...
MADISON, N.J. — The Madison Area YMCA is celebrating more than a perfect score this Women’s History Month, highlighting a young gymnast’s comeback story as an example of resilience, confidence and personal growth.The YMCA shared the story of Caroline, a gymnast with Rosettes Gymnastics, who earned ...
AVENEL, NJ - On Saturday, March 21, Wicked Live On Stage is set to take place at the Avenel Performing Arts Center. This rendition of the popular Broadway show will be a musical singalong parody and all ages are encouraged to come to the theater to step into the enchanting world of Oz.The show is ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Friday, March 20th marks National Proposal Day 2026, an unofficial observance tied to the spring equinox and celebrated as a symbolic day for couples to get engaged. National Proposal Day is observed on March 20, the date of the spring equinox this year, a day often associated ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Families in Morristown, Morris Township and Morris Plains will have several chances to celebrate the Easter season later this month, with community egg hunts planned across the three municipalities.In Morristown, the town’s Recreation Department is sponsoring an Easter Egg Hunt ...
WARREN,NJ --LOCATION UPDATES: Following the February 8, 2026 pipe burst at Town Hall, Warren Township offices are relocating in phases to temporary space at 3 Mountainview Road (Suites 101 & 102) through March 30 (see below).Parking is available at the north and south entrances, with signage ...
CALDWELL, NJ – Mount St. Dominic Academy has named Gina Bijelonic its new girls volleyball coach.Bijelonic previously coached at the high school level at Immaculate Heart Academy, where she was a part of a Tournament of Champions title team in 2016, and at Pingry. She is also the first ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Asbury Park Cooperative will once again open its doors to families and community members for a celebration of inclusion, creativity, and connection as it hosts its third annual Neurodiversity Day on Sunday, March 29.Taking place at 644A Cookman Avenue beginning at 11 a.m., the ...
Morristown, NJ — As spring arrives, the historic garden at Macculloch Hall Historical Museum begins its annual transformation, offering visitors a season-long display of colorful blooms from early April through early summer.The garden’s bloom season begins in early April with tulips and daffodils, ...
TRENTON – Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and the Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) today sued one of the nation’s largest subprime installment lenders, OneMain Financial, Inc., for deepening the affordability crisis for consumers by selling them exorbitantly priced loans and charging them ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Unity Charter School is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of its Grade 5 eSTEM team, the Micro Froggies, who earned third place in the Knowledge of the Engineering Design Process Category at the NJIT eSTEM Challenge on March 19.Hosted by the Center for Pre-College Programs at ...