News
By JOE MCLAUGHLIN
March 11, 2026
Irish roots run deep in Morris County.They run through Jockey Hollow, where Gen. George Washington declared an army holiday on St. Patrick’s Day to thank his Irish soldiers.They extend to Hibernia (Latin for Ireland) in Rockaway, so named because the region’s iron mines attracted countless Irish ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Berkeley Heights voters gave the green light Tuesday to the district's most ambitious school facilities plan in two decades, approving both questions of a $50.4 million referendum that will fund wide-ranging infrastructure upgrades and learning space improvements across all ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Zoned Sports Academy, in Bridgewater, held its annual signing day Feb. 26, celebrating students from around the area who had committed to college, including several from St. Thomas Aquinas.From St. Thomas Aquinas, Olivia Guarino committed to Iona University, Hailey Krainski ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Prosecutor’s Office has reached a half-million-dollar settlement with an employee who said she was demoted and transferred to less desirable departments after working on a wiretap operation with the office’s Major Crimes Division.The Union County Board of ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — A dump truck driver from Bergen County died on Monday, March 9th, when his vehicle plowed into two tractor-trailers stopped on the shoulder of the New Jersey Turnpike near the Grover Cleveland Service Area, authorities said.The 9:55 am collision claimed the life of 34-year-old ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Starting March 11, the Clifton Health Department will begin holding a program for seniors in Little Falls, Councilwoman Jayna Patel announced.Patel made the announcement at the March 9 council meeting, urging residents interested to participate in the program.Taking place at the ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Three women whose work has strengthened Cranford and communities across Union County will be recognized this spring at the Union County Daughters of Ireland’s annual Irish Heritage Dinner.The celebration will take place on Friday, April 17 at Shackamaxon Country Club in Scotch Plains ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ — The Phillipsburg Board of Education officially solidified its leadership team Monday night, March 9, 2026, as Keith Zwicker II was sworn into office.Surrounded by his family, Zwicker took the oath of office, given by Hon. H. Matthew Curry, J.S.C marking the formal start of his ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
MILLBURN, NJ – Several local third-graders have proven that you don't need to be tall to stand out in the world of STEM. The Lightning Bolts (22280H), a robotics team representing Millburn-Short Hills, have officially secured their spot in the VEX IQ New Jersey State Championship to be held March ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ — Professional wrestling fans in the area will have a chance to see legendary talent up close when ISPW presents Legends of Wrestling Night on Friday, March 13 at Hackettstown High School. The event will also serve as a fundraiser for the Hackettstown High School Boys Soccer ...
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ - Spotswood High School's DECA Chapter headed down the Garden State Parkway to Harrah’s Resort in Atlantic City to compete in the 2026 State Career Development Conference last week. Based on their performance, 16 Chargers are now attending the International Career Development ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ — Young students at Wahlstrom Academy received an inspiring visit on March 2 during Read Across America Week as community leaders, educators, and professional athletes gathered to highlight the importance of literacy and lifelong learning.The special event featured guest readers ...
A Paramus police veteran came to the aid of a trapped 60-year-old motorist from Hackensack whose SUV got knocked over in a collision on a busy borough road.Officer Hugo Rodriguez-Pena unbuckled the driver's seat belt, freeing her, following the crash on Forest Avenue near Bergen Town Center shortly ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Red Bank council will hold a hybrid (online and in-person), regular meeting Thursday, March 12, 6:30pm, at Borough Hall, 90 Monmouth Street.Key Agenda Items Up for Council Vote (see full Agenda for additional items)OrdinancesFinal Reading & Public Hearing• Council will vote to ...
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ - It was the annual Youth Government Night during the Wood-Ridge Mayor and Council meeting on Wednesday, March 4. Wood-Ridge seniors were chosen to sit in the role of Mayor, Council, Borough Administrators and Department Heads. They read statements explaining the job ...
The 2026 Older Adults Resource Fair will be held on Wednesday, March 25, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Monmouth County Library Headquarters, 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan. MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners will host its 2026 Older Adults Resource Fair on Wednesday, March ...
SECAUCUS, NJ - Four Hasbrouck Heights girls basketball players and one Wood-Ridge player were named to their respective All-League teams that were announced last week.Two Lady Aviators, juniors Gina Minichiello and Amaya Veras were named to the All-Meadowlands Division First Team. Minichiello ...