News

March 10, 2026

BOCA RATON, FL — Home prices in Boca Raton and surrounding South Florida markets are slowing as Florida leads the country in falling values, according to a national report.Cotality, a property data company based in Irvine, California, released its home price index last week showing U.S.

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EAST WINDSOR, NJ – East Windsor residents packed the municipal building on Monday evening, March 9, as the Planning Board met to review an application by QTS Data Centers to expand their existing facilities that community members and advocates have raised concerns about if it is permitted. QTS Data ...

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SUMMIT, NJ — Grab your gloves and reusable water bottles: Summit is rolling up its sleeves for its annual Earth Day Clean-Up on Saturday, April 18, turning local parks and green spaces into hubs of community action and environmental pride.From 9 a.m. to noon (rain date April 19), residents of all ...

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BLOOMFIELD, N.J. — A new policy adopted by the Bloomfield Township Council establishes formal guidelines regulating how municipal facilities, equipment, and staff may be involved when outside agencies request cooperation related to civil immigration enforcement.Township officials said the ...

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WARREN, NJ — Warren Township Mayor Shaun Fine and members of the Warren Township Committees officially cut the ribbon for Capriotti's Sandwich Shop's new location, delighting locals with the promise of award-winning, hand-crafted sandwiches at 68 Mountain Blvd. This marks the third venture in New ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway High School boys wrestling team captured five individual championships and won the team title at the District 16 wrestling tournament Saturday, February 28, finishing ahead of Union County rival Cranford, which hosted the tournament. Rahway had not won a district ...

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 WARREN, NJ — Warren Township Mayor Shaun Fine and members of the Warren Township Committees officially cut the ribbon for Capriotti's Sandwich Shop's new location, delighting locals with the promise of award-winning, hand-crafted sandwiches at 68 Mountain Blvd. This marks the third venture in New ...

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In December 2025, President Donald Trump unveiled plans to revamp the U.S. Navy. He announced the construction of two new battleships, each costing between $10-$15 billion. It’s a start, but still only a drop in the bucket for reviving American shipbuilding.Why is that important? First off, in ...

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What sparks the essence of our personalities?You’ve seen it: some people seem to glide through life. Every event—however trivial—is met with an almost contagious optimism. Their glass isn’t just half-full; it feels like it’s overflowing. Even under storm clouds, they somehow spot the silver ...

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A solid season concluded for the Bloomfield High boys' wrestling team at the Region 3 championships, which concluded on March 7, at West Orange High.Four Bengals had advanced past the district championships and made it to Region 3, but none were able to take the next step to the state championships ...

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WATCHUNG, NJ – In recognition of Women’s History Month, the Mayor and Council of Watchung are hosting a special event to honor the remarkable contributions of women in their community. This celebration will take place on March 12, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Upper Room Gallery of the Watchung Arts ...

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COBLESKILL – This weekend, Cobleskill Partnership Inc. is hosting their annual Soup Stroll, a delectable taste of home up and down the streets of Cobleskill.CPI was first formed in 1997, and, until October of last year, focused solely on the Village of Cobleskill’s downtown Main Street. Now, the ...

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 SUGGESTED HEADLINE:  By Mike LambertiIt was quite a weekend for the Bloomfield High girls' wrestling team at the Region 2 championships, on March 8, at Union High.The Bengals, coached by Jason Galioto and Ryan Smircich, took three wrestlers to the regions, in Saharia Quamina, Adrienne Rodriguez ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Members of the Phillipsburg Rotary Club continued their service heading back to the classroom to celebrate Read Across America. The local service organization spent two days engaging with the community’s youngest learners, fostering a love for literacy and connection. A Week of ...

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PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Saturday at noon, at least 300 people gathered in the Plainfield High School auditorium to celebrate the life of Connor Oldfield.The 19-year-old Plainfield man's late January disappearance energized a large search in our area, by both law enforcement and residents. On February ...

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BORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Bordentown Township Police Department (BTPD) will have a new leader following the appointment of the new Director of Police by the Bordentown Township Committee.The Committee appointed Frank Lombardo to serve in the position at its March 9 meeting. He will officially ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Spend an afternoon at the Mount Laurel Library this week enjoying a classic musical.The Library will be showing the 1943 musical Stormy Weather on Thursday, March 12 from 1PM to 4PM.Released the same year as its MGM all-Black musical counterpart, “Cabin in the Sky,” this 20th ...

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NORTH PLAINFIELD/WATCHUNG-- Prepare for a cosmic journey through the Milky Way galaxy with STAR LAB: A Planetarium Experience. This exciting event invites participants to explore the wonders of the universe in an interactive setting that is both educational and enchanting.Discover the ...

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TRENTON - New Jersey law enforcement agencies will participate in the next “Goal: Zero High‑Visibility Enforcement” detail March 10. This month’s enforcement will focus on impaired and distracted driving, with agencies across the state conducting coordinated operations during this period. As Goal: ...

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TRENTON - New Jersey law enforcement agencies will participate in the next “Goal: Zero High‑Visibility Enforcement” detail March 10. This month’s enforcement will focus on impaired and distracted driving, with agencies across the state conducting coordinated operations during this period. As Goal: ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Somerset County Vocational & Technical High School  has selected Aleyzia Primus, a junior in the Cosmetology program, as Student of the Month for March 2026. Aleyzia is the daughter of Lynee Layne and Allen Primus of Montgomery. SCVTHS faculty and staff were asked to nominate ...

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SUMMIT, NJ — Lawton C. Johnson Middle School students are ready to dazzle audiences this weekend with their production of Matilda JR., the beloved musical based on Roald Dahl’s classic story.Performances will run March 13–14 in the school auditorium, showcasing the talents of student performers and ...

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NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Get ready, North Plainfield! The Harlem Wizards, known for their electrifying performances filled with jaw-dropping basketball skills and hilarious entertainment, are making their highly anticipated return to town! Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening of fun, ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Somerset County Vocational & Technical High School  has selected Aleyzia Primus, a junior in the Cosmetology program, as Student of the Month for March 2026. Aleyzia is the daughter of Lynee Layne and Allen Primus of Montgomery. SCVTHS faculty and staff were asked to nominate ...

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CLINTON TOWN, NJ - The Hunterdon County Irish Festival returns to the historic Red Mill Museum Village in Clinton from March 13–15th, 2026, bringing a weekend of live music, dance, family activities and community fundraising hosted by the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick. The festival transforms the ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ — After a strong response to its inaugural Upstairs/Downstairs Tour last weekend, Macculloch Hall Historical Museum is bringing the experience back for a second round on Saturday, March 14.The Morristown museum announced the additional tours after what it described as overwhelming ...

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LONG HILL TOWNSHIP, NJ — Sumara and Imran Ahmad, owners of The Goddard School of Long Hill Township, have received the Circle of Excellence Award for the third time from Goddard Systems, Inc., the franchisor of The Goddard School network.The designation is awarded to schools that rank in the top 5% ...

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NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Join the Strategic Planning Forum: Your Schools, Your Voice!Strategic Planning Forum  ¡Tus Escuelas, Tu Voz!The community is invited to participate in an upcoming virtual forum dedicated to shaping the future of local schools. Scheduled for March 11 at 6:30 PM, this event ...

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No matter your garden style you are likely to find a place for this year’s Perennial Plant of the Year, Blackhawks big bluestem (Andropogon gerardii ‘Blackhawks’). You’ll enjoy the beauty it adds to your gardens and low maintenance it requires to thrive.This cultivar of our native big bluestem ...

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CLARK, NJ — The Clark Volunteer Emergency Squad is hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, March 11.You are invited to donate between 12:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the Clark Volunteer Emergency Squad House at 875 Raritan Road. The Squad makes donating easy with private, lighted, off-street ...

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