News
By JOE MURRAY
March 18, 2026
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit city officials provided updates on the 2026 municipal budget, public safety initiatives, and regional flood mitigation efforts during the Common Council meeting on Tuesday. The session highlighted ongoing financial and operational challenges for the city as well as initiatives ...
ELIZABETH, NJ - Groundwork Elizabeth is looking for environmental stewards to join their philanthropic efforts this summer. The role comes with job training opportunities and a trip to Yellowstone National Park. The job will take place from July 6 to August 14, Monday through Friday. The pay rate ...
UNION, NJ – The 29th Annual Union County St. Patrick’s Day Parade was held Saturday afternoon, bringing thousands of spectators and several road closures to the streets of Union.Representing the Kenilworth Fire Department and Rescue Squad a couple of members marched alongside the Union County Pipe ...
MIDDLE GRANVILLE — The community is invited to attend the Annual Bake Sale hosted by the Penrhyn Engine & Hose Company on Saturday, April 11 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1394 County Route 24 in Middle Granville.Organizers say the sale will feature a wide variety of homemade treats, including ...
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 ...
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 ...
NEW JERSEY - 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 ...
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 ...
TRENTON, NJ – Members of the New Jersey State Legislature, Senator Bob Smith (D-Middlesex), Senator Linda Greenstein (D-Middlesex/Mercer) and Senator John McKeon (D-Essex/Passaic), are pushing a pair of bills aimed at tackling the rising energy demand from data centers across the state.
NEW JERSEY - 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 ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The Township of East Brunswick will officially open the new East Brunswick Ice Arena with a full day of community celebrations on Sunday, March 22, marking a major milestone for recreation and community programming in the township.The grand opening will begin with a 10:00 a.m.
Basking Ridge, NJ — Bernards Township officials are beginning preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with plans underway to bring a series of community-centered celebrations to local residents next summer.Township leaders say the goal is to create events that capture the excitement of the global ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Red Bank Department of Utilities is seeking a dedicated and experienced Foreman - Water and Sewer to join our team. This full-time role supports the management and supervision of the Borough’s water distribution and sewage collection systems. Reporting directly to the ...
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 ...
TRENTON, NJ – Members of the New Jersey State Legislature – Senator Bob Smith (D-Middlesex), Senator Linda Greenstein (D-Middlesex/Mercer) and Senator John McKeon (D-Essex/Passaic) – are pushing a pair of bills aimed at tackling the rising energy demand from data centers across the state.
WESTFIELD, NJ — A photo currently circulating via text message is part of a scam, Westfield Police warned on social media Wednesday.“Do not scan the QR code included in the image and avoid interacting with the message in any way,” police warned.The photo, shared by police without the QR code and ...
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 ...
TRENTON, NJ – Members of the New Jersey State Legislature – Senator Bob Smith (D-Middlesex), Senator Linda Greenstein (D-Middlesex/Mercer) and Senator John McKeon (D-Essex/Passaic) – are pushing a pair of bills aimed at tackling the rising energy demand from data centers across the state.
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 ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The Township of East Brunswick will officially open the new East Brunswick Ice Arena with a full day of community celebrations on Sunday, March 22, marking a major milestone for recreation and community programming in the township.The grand opening will begin with a 10:00 a.m.
HILLSIDE, NJ - Chipotle in Union, in partnership with Walter O. Krumbeigel Middle School will hold a fundraiser on Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 25% of all proceeds will go toward the school. Purchases can be made online or in person. For online orders, use code KCT42N2. In restaurant orders must ...
The County received hundreds of submissions for the 4th annual Monmouth County Travel Guide Cover Contest. Monmouth County Tourism narrowed the entries down to the three photos. Now, it’s up to you to determine which photo will represent Monmouth County for 2026!Deadline to vote is Wednesday, March ...
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 ...
A little under 72 hours following her state championship before a crowd of nearly 10,000, Saharia Quamina of Bloomfield High was back in her familiar surroundings, with friends, family and teammates at an annual celebration of wrestling at the Bloomfield High cafeteria.When she walked into the ...
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 ...
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 ...
MORRIS PLAINS, N.J. — Residents are being alerted after a Morris Plains resident reported receiving a fraudulent notice designed to look like an official New Jersey municipal court document.In a public alert, Morris Plains police said the scam matches one recently highlighted by the Fairfield ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Despite an anticipated increase of $6 million in state funding, Bayonne property owners are still expected to see an increase to the education component of their property taxes.The increase, officials have said, comes as they come to grips with an increase in healthcare costs of more ...
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 ...
TRENTON, NJ – Members of the New Jersey State Legislature – Senator Bob Smith (D-Middlesex), Senator Linda Greenstein (D-Middlesex/Mercer) and Senator John McKeon (D-Essex/Passaic) – are pushing a pair of bills aimed at tackling the rising energy demand from data centers across the state.