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By PETE LINDEMANN, TIMES JOURNAL STAFF
March 17, 2026
SCHOHARIE – Schoharie County now has a cannabis dispensary. Dayzed, at 434 Main Street, Schoharie—in the Valley Plaza, near Your Way Café—held its grand opening on Saturday, March 14. “We’re growing everything we’re selling,” said co-owner Jake Karker, in regard to the flower products.Karker, who, ...
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 ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ – Toko Kajaia ended his Long Branch High School wrestling career as one of the best to ever do it.The College of New Jersey wrestling commit began his individual playoff journey with a first-place finish of the NJSIAA District 6 tournament, defeating second-seeded sophomore Tim ...
SPARTA, NJ – A dull township council ordinance with a long title was approved at the March 10 meeting. The 32-page Ord 26-03 codifies fees related to low- and moderate-income housing as well as defining and prescribing rules related to Sparta’s Housing Element and Fair Share Plan or ...
WOODLAND PARK, NJ — The Alfred H. Baumann Free Public Library is inviting poets of all ages to enter its 2026 Poetry Contest.Participants may submit original, unpublished poems in any form. Poems should be typed or printed on a single sheet of 8.5 by 11 inch paper. Submissions can also be done ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The Borough has announced the new police chief as the borough bids a fond adieu to Police Chief Dean Ackermann on March 31, 2026.Michael Trover will step in as the new chief of police beginning April 1, 2026. A ceremonial swear-in scheduled for Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 8 ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Mercer County residents who may be spring-cleaning can safely recycle electronics and hazardous waste at the seasonal recycling event held by the Mercer County Improvement Authority (MCIA.) During this collection, residents can dispose of aerosol cans, used motor oil, propane ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - Another new phone scam is making its rounds. So, Middlesex County residents should beware of unsolicited telephone or smartphone calls with a caller claiming to be a representative of the Middlesex County Sheriff's Office. According to a warning posted by the Middlesex County ...
BOCA RATON, FL — The Boca Raton Planning and Zoning Board is expected Thursday to review plans for a private school at the Boca Raton Innovation Campus, a 1.7 million-square-foot office park that once served as the home of IBM.According to the city documents, the board will consider a resolution ...
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.
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.
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 ...
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 ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - The “Lunch Bunch” group of the Activities Club enjoyed a recent outing at the Empire Hunan in Fair Lawn. Vice president of the Activities Club and Chairman of the Lunch Bunch, Chris Megalos, gathers the group to periodically enjoy a luncheon at a local eatery.The “Lunch Bunch” is ...
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 ...
NEWARK, NJ - 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 ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The Stable at Lord Stirling Park is welcoming the return of Horseback Riding Lessons this spring, marking the next step in the reimaging of The Stable that began during the COVID epidemic. Students aged 9 to 17 years old will be able to experience the thrill and joy of horseback ...
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 ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The Stable at Lord Stirling Park is welcoming the return of Horseback Riding Lessons this spring, marking the next step in the reimaging of The Stable that began during the COVID epidemic. Students aged 9 to 17 years old will be able to experience the thrill and joy of horseback ...
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 ...
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.
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.
SOMERVILLE, NJ - St. John’s Clothes Closet on Saturday, March 21 features lots of Easter fashions for the entire family. The Clothes Closet is open from 9 am to noon. Easter dresses, outfits, accessories, and more for the entire family are on sale. A large selection of spring ...
NEWTON, NJ – A power outage in Newton has caused town hall to be closed. Office staff is working remotely and is available via email and cell phone, according to town officials.The town officials shared an update. The building will remain closed for the day due to the continued power ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — The Westfield Board of Education is heading into the home stretch on finalizing next year’s budget, and the numbers indicate that residents may not have to vote on an additional spending proposal after all.Following presentations in January and February, Superintendent Dr.
NEWTON, NJ – A power outage in Newton has caused town hall to be closed. Office staff is working remotely and is available via email and cell phone, according to town officials.The town officials shared an update. The building will remain closed for the day due to the continued power ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ – In an expected robust show of support, the Bloomfield Board of Education voted unanimously to approve the submission of the proposed contract to name Joseph Fleres as the next Superintendent of Schools in the district during last week’s meeting.Mr. Fleres has been working in the ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — No injuries have been reported from Plainfield's overnight storm, but power outages persist in areas where power lines were affected by the strong winds.We reported on a handful of these locations early Tuesday morning, including Roosevelt Avenue near the Green Brook, Abbond Court, ...
Linden, NJ — The Friends of Linden Library are proud to announce a Tricky Tray Fundraiser on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 7pm-10 pm. The event will be held at Linden Public Library, 31 E. Henry Street, Linden, NJ 07036.Tickets are available now. To secure your tickets, email friends@lindenpl.org, ...
STAFFORD – The Stafford Township Police Department has reported a series of recent arrests involving narcotics possession, shoplifting, and defiant trespass, highlighting a busy start to March for local law enforcement.K-9 Venus Leads to Heroin Arrest Following Traffic StopOn Monday, March 16, ...