News

March 20, 2026

BORDENTOWN, NJ — A Bordentown Regional High School junior has achieved the highest level of honor possible for a Boy Scout — the rank of Eagle Scout. David S. Tylutki of Boy Scout Troop 13 earned the accomplishment after successfully completing his final requirement in achieving the rank: his Eagle ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Have you ever wanted to learn how to country line dance? Now is your chance!  The Mount Laurel Library will be hosting a monthly Line Dancing Class beginning next week. The first class will be held on Tuesday, March 24 from 7PM to 8PM, with other classes being held on April 28 ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ – The West Orange High School Indoor Track & Field program added another historic accomplishment to its growing list of achievements as the Mountaineers’ Mixed 4x400-meter relay team placed second at the New Balance Nationals, earning All-American status in the event’s national ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Every January, millions of people begin the new year with the same resolution: eat healthier and take better care of their bodies. Gym memberships increase, grocery carts fill with healthier foods, and people commit to making better choices.But for many, those resolutions don’t ...

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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.

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SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ — Somerset County's popular craft beverage trail is back for 2026 — and this year, it's going bigger.Sip & See Somerset, the free passport-style program that encourages residents and visitors to explore local breweries, cideries, and distilleries, returns this spring with a ...

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Glen Gardner, NJ – Next Friday night, March 27th, young children in Lebanon Township can enjoy a special evening Easter Egg Hunt at Memorial Park, a “Glow-Hunt at the Park” organized by the township’s Recreation Committee. Local families are being encouraged to bring a basket and flashlight for ...

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PEAPACK-GLADSTONE, NJ - The Peapack-Gladstone Food Pantry is welcoming spring by asking the community to help support local families with a special Easter food collection.The pantry is currently seeking donations of whole frozen chickens or large frozen lasagnas to help provide hearty holiday meals ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ — Livingston Public Schools has announced that Livingston High School (LHS) senior Fiona Chen has been named the valedictorian and Emma Xing has been named the salutatorian for the Class of 2026 after achieving top academic honors throughout their high school careers.Both students ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ — Two members of the Livingston girls basketball team have been named to the Super Essex Conference's All-Colonial Division first team.Aubrey Cohen and Lyla Feldman were both selected to the first team in a vote of the conference's coaches.Cohen, a senior swing guard, averaged 12.7 ...

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WOOD-RIDGE, NJ – Wood-Ridge Mayor Paul Sarlo administered the oath of office to John Longo as he was sworn in as a Wood-Ridge Police officer at the meeting of the Wood-Ridge Mayor and Council on March 18.Mayor Sarlo noted that Longo, who is a resident of Wood-Ridge, comes to the Borough with ...

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CHATHAM, NJ – It's no secret that the Chatham boys lacrosse team has a lot of talent returning from last season, accentuated by two high school All-Americans in Shep Boyd and Nick Lagunowich and decorated coach Christian Scarpello - all of whom earned accolades from USA Lacrosse.Chatham got its ...

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UNION, NJ — Union High School celebrated its first annual AP Scholar Awards on Wednesday evening, recognizing 31 students who earned an average of three or higher on three or more Advanced Placement exams, or demonstrated exceptional performance across multiple AP tests. The ceremony took place at ...

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FAIR LAWN, NJ – Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! The exclamation of the borough's, and now the county's, official Town Crier, called out by none other than Tim Yuskaitis.The Bergen County Board of County Commissioners officially appointed Fair Lawn resident Tim Yuskaitis as the County Crier of Bergen County ...

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SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ — Somerset County's popular craft beverage trail is back for 2026 — and this year, it's going bigger.Sip & See Somerset, the free passport-style program that encourages residents and visitors to explore local breweries, cideries, and distilleries, returns this spring with a ...

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SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ — Somerset County's popular craft beverage trail is back for 2026 — and this year, it's going bigger.Sip & See Somerset, the free passport-style program that encourages residents and visitors to explore local breweries, cideries, and distilleries, returns this spring with a ...

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MELBOURNE, FL – It’s the weekend!  Before you go, sign up for our free daily newsletter and have some fun around Melbourne: Friday, March 20Adult Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt; Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd, Melbourne; 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.The Prince of Egypt; The Henegar Center, 625 E New ...

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 RED BANK, NJ: Join the Parker Family Health Center for their 16th Annual 9-Hole Golf Outing, a day of fun and philanthropy in support of community health! This exciting event will take place at the scenic Rumson Country Club on Tuesday, June 9. Golf enthusiasts of all levels are welcome to enjoy a ...

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MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: Across Monmouth County, families are increasingly navigating the realities of supporting aging loved ones. Today, nearly one in five residents in the county is age 65 or older, and that number continues to grow. As a result, more families are stepping into the role of ...

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 RED BANK, NJ: Join the Parker Family Health Center for their 16th Annual 9-Hole Golf Outing, a day of fun and philanthropy in support of community health! This exciting event will take place at the scenic Rumson Country Club on Tuesday, June 9. Golf enthusiasts of all levels are welcome to enjoy a ...

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MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: Across Monmouth County, families are increasingly navigating the realities of supporting aging loved ones. Today, nearly one in five residents in the county is age 65 or older, and that number continues to grow. As a result, more families are stepping into the role of ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Mayor Catherine Payne presented members of the American Red Cross with a proclamation recognizing American Red Cross Month at the March 10th Township Committee meeting, The American Red Cross provides 24-hour support to members of the military, veterans, and their families; ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ –Somerset County Vocational and Technical High School (SCVTHS) students continued their tradition of supporting members of the Armed Services by sending care packages to bases overseas and helping wounded veterans here at home. The efforts were spearheaded by SCVTHS students Deeksha ...

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Mayor Matthew P. Anesh has officially proclaimed March 8–14, 2026 as MS Awareness Week in the Borough of South Plainfield, recognizing the impact multiple sclerosis has on individuals and families across the country.Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurological disease of the ...

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LONG BRANCH, NJ - The Long Branch Board of Education announced its March Students of the Month at its recent board meeting.The following students were recognized for their efforts in the classroom:Milan Bernard - Amerigo A. Anastasia SchoolEssence Perez-Traymon - Audrey W. Clark SchoolArthur Araujo ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Passaic County will host its first Homeless Connect Day on Wednesday, April 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 575 East 18th St., bringing together a range of services and support for residents experiencing homelessness or unstable living conditions.The event is ...

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PATERSON, NJ - One of the great untold stories in the history of the Cosmos was how the club throughout the years has been a showcase of some of the best soccer players the United States has ever produced. In many ways, those Cosmos players from the late 1970s and early ’80s are the lost generation ...

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MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Katie Corby of Steinert has been named to the Colonial Valley Conference girls basketball first team.Corby, a junior guard, was honored with the selection in a vote of the conference's coaches. She averaged 17 points, 6.5 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 3.8 steals per game for ...

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BAYONNE, NJ - Second time mayoral candidate, and former Bayonne City Council President, Sharon Ashe Nadrowski will appear in the top spot on the ballot for the upcoming May 12 election.The result, which landed Councilman Loyad Booker in the second spot and Bayonne Board of Education President Mary ...

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MONTCLAIR, NJ — An impromptu guitar performance, emotional meltdowns by multiple board members during a pivotal vote, and repeated clashes with public commenters — invoking comparisons to “Trumpian” tactics — defined the Montclair Board of Education’s first public meeting since the still-undecided ...

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