News

March 19, 2026

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The East Brunswick Police Department announced that Lieutenant Jason Fama has graduated from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Academy, completing the 297th session on March 18, 2026.The FBI National Academy, established in 1935, is a highly selective professional ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — Join the Rahway Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, March 28, for a wine and cheese tasting.The event will take place from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Rahway Knights of Columbus.The Chamber states, “Guests will enjoy sampling a curated selection of wines paired with delicious cheeses, along ...

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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 ...

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NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — If you picture a church thrift sale as a gym full of folding tables and cardboard boxes, the annual thrift sale at New Providence United Methodist Church is going to surprise you.The sale opens tonight, Thursday, March 19, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the church on Springfield Avenue, ...

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NEW JERSEY — A 22-year-old singer-songwriter from Paramus is making his mark on one of music's biggest stages: American Idol.Jake Thistle has just advanced to the Top 20 performers on American Idol 2026 after delivering a standout performance of his original song, "Sleep On Me," during the Ohana ...

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When Michael B. Jordan stepped onto the Academy Awards stage Sunday night to accept the Oscar for Best Actor, it was not only a milestone in his celebrated acting career. For many in Newark, it was a hometown victory. The Newark native won his first Oscar for his performance portraying twin ...

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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 ...

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PARKLAND, FL- The Stoneman Douglas Baseball Team appears to have found their stride in recent weeks. The five-time defending State Class 7A Champs have now won seven games in a row, including three wins this week heading into another tough game against 14-4 Berkeley Prep of Tampa.After defeating #7 ...

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WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Tropical Smoothie Café will be the newest eatery to open at Cloverleaf Shopping Center in Avenel, an executive from Wick Companies LLC tells TAPinto Woodbridge-Carteret.This news comes as Habit Burger & Grill opened its 18th Garden State location at the Cloverleaf Shopping ...

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FLORHAM PARK, NJ – New Jersey Ballet proudly presents Icons of American Ballet, a celebration of three legendary choreographers who revolutionized American dance, accompanied by the New Jersey Symphony conducted by Constantine Kitsopoulos. Performances will take place on Friday, March 20, 2026 at ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – The Phillipsburg Board of Education marked the end of an era during its meeting on Monday evening, March 9, 2026, as members unanimously accepted a list of staff resignations and retirements.While the board moved through the agenda item without formal discussion, the names on the ...

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MADISON, N.J. — Borough officials are outlining an ambitious vision for the future of Waverly Place, presenting early design concepts that aim to transform the downtown corridor into a more pedestrian-friendly, visually appealing and flexible public space.The proposed reconstruction plan will be ...

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READINGTON, NJ – Mark April 28 on that’s calendar – that’s when the Readington Township Board of Education is scheduled to cast its final vote on the district’s 2026–2027 budget, the culmination of a months-long process that Superintendent Jonathan Hart and business administrator Jason Bohm ...

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Plant a variety of bee-friendly shrubs and enjoy year-round beauty and loads of pollinator appeal.  Include a mix of spring, summer and fall bloomers, providing nectar and pollen for visiting bees throughout the season. Selecting bee-friendly shrubs suited to the growing conditions and available ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - With spring in the air, it is time for soccer travel tryouts for the upcoming fall 2026-27 season. The East Brunswick Soccer Club is holding tryouts on Saturday, April 11, from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sunday, April 12, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for boys and girls born in 2008 ...

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HUDSON--Chatham Middle School announces its Science & Technology Fair logo contest winner, 6th grader Kaylie Williams. As the contest winner, Kaylie’s design, which aims to spark interest in the sciences, became the official logo for the 2026 CMS Science & Technology Fair. It will be made ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The 2026–2027 tentative budget for the Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District has been introduced at nearly $194 million budget.“We’re not approving the budget (tonight),” said superintendent of schools Robert Beers March 17 at the Wade Administration Building. “We’re ...

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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 ...

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GREENPORT—Olana State Historic Site, 5720 State Route 9G, presents Create and Cook: Family Cooking & Art workshop at the Wagon House Education Center, Saturday, March 21, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.Get creative in the kitchen and art studio at Olana State Historic Site. Join The Sylvia Center chefs and ...

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BORDENTOWN, NJ – Maintaining district staffing levels, hiring an additional school law enforcement officer, removing participation fees for sports and extracurricular activities, and starting Clara Barton School playground renovations were all included in the proposed $54,208,312 budget for the ...

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SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The South Brunswick Police Department is advising motorists to avoid the areas of Route One South and Promenade Boulevard along with Woodlot Park on New Road on Friday, March 20 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Drivers are being asked to plan alternate routes due to a large event which ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — Past stacks of books on the second floor, through a doorway and around a corner, the newest space at the Westfield Memorial Library has finally taken shape.Unveiled to attending media and select guests Wednesday night, the new Makerspace at the library provides residents with a wide ...

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SAYREVILLE, NJ — The Acciardi family, the owners of Club XXXV in Sayreville, have filed a civil lawsuit seeking the return of property seized during a criminal investigation that led to probationary sentences for the club’s owners last year.The lawsuit was filed last week in Middlesex County ...

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MORRIS PLAINS, N.J. — The Morris Plains Borough Council is set to take up a range of business at its Thursday, March 19 meeting, including support resolutions tied to major sewer infrastructure funding requests, a second reading of a cap bank ordinance, and several community and personnel ...

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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, ...

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MADISON, NJ - The Madison Police Department Range will be in use for training this week.   This is routine training—there is no need for concern.The  training will take place on the following dates:Monday, March 16 – 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.Tuesday, March 17 – 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.Thursday, March 19 ...

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March When it comes to representing the luck of the Irish, downtown Red Bank is a veritable pot of gold!  We hope you had a great St. Patrick's Day!  The celebrations will likely continue at many of our fine downtown establishments through the weekend.  Check out some of the great, green offerings ...

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 LINDEN, NJ – The City of Linden and Parks and Recreation have announced that applications are being  accepted for the Summer of 2026 seasonal employment opportunities. These positions offer individuals a chance to work with children in a fun and active environment for the duration ...

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SPOTSWOOD, NJ - At the Tuesday, March 17, meeting of the Spotswood Borough Council, Richard Twomey received a special proclamation from Spotswood Mayor Rich O'Brien and the Spotswood Borough Council. Twomey was presented with the proclamation honoring him for his bravery on the evening of February ...

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