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By JIM LONERGAN
April 29, 2026
New Jersey - As New Jersey continues to wrestle with some of the highest property taxes in the country, state leaders are increasingly turning their attention to one of the largest drivers of local spending: the structure of its school system.“You can’t talk about affordability in New Jersey ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out.Cavatelli & Broccoli topped with Chicken, served with Garlic Bread $15.50BBQ Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese on Texas toast served w/Sweet Potato FF $15.50Homemade Roast Beef & Asiago ...
Sininsky, Hughes Power Southern to Pivotal Win Over HolmdelHOLMDEL – In a clash between two of the Shore Conference’s top-tier programs, Southern Regional used a high-powered transition game and elite goaltending to secure a 6-5 victory over Holmdel on Wednesday afternoon.The Rams (11-2, 5-2) edged ...
MANAHAWKIN – In a clash that was decided by the narrowest of margins, Southern Regional continued its dominant spring campaign with a 159-163 victory over Toms River South on Wednesday afternoon.The Rams (19-4) relied on their top-end talent to secure the four-stroke win on the par-36 course, ...
LITTLE EGG HARBOR – In a battle of regional powers, the Barnegat High School boys volleyball team used a balanced offensive attack and disciplined defense to secure a straight-sets victory over Pinelands Regional on Wednesday.The Bengals (11-3) took control early and never looked back, defeating ...
BARNEGAT – Behind a dominant performance in the circle and a balanced offensive attack, the Barnegat High School softball team reached two major milestones on Wednesday afternoon.With a 10-0 victory over Brick Memorial in six innings, the Bengals (13-0, 9-0) officially clinched their second ...
UNION, NJ — For a baseball team that didn't score a run, Union got the fat part of the barrel on a lot of pitches Wednesday.But, an inordinate number of times that the Farmers hit the ball hard, Oratory Prep fielders made the plays, no matter how difficult they were.Indeed, if someone is looking ...
TOMS RIVER, NJ – In a match decided by the narrowest of margins, Barnegat relied on a powerful duo at the top of the leaderboard to secure a 157-161 victory over Donovan Catholic. The win improves Barnegat’s impressive season record to 9-3, while the Griffins fall to 3-9 despite a gritty ...
BOCA RATON, FL — After years of discussing putting a cover over the concrete open-air rink at Sugar Sand Park, the Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District commissioners have approved a contract with a company to design and build one. The project will shield athletes from frequent rain and ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — The Coconut Creek High School Drone Team won first place at the Drones Jamboree Finals on Sunday at Nova Middle School, beating a field of competitors in precision flying and navigation, school officials announced on a social media post on Monday. Frantz Imbert and Almoneva ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - Whippany Park boys tennis won three of the final four positions Wednesday to defeat Hanover Park 3-2 in a boys dual meet.The Hanover Hornets took the top two singles courts. Ariel Litinski lost a first-set tiebreak to Kenneth Lin but regrouped to take the second, then ...
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COBLESKILL – It was the sweetest time of the year once again at the 59th annual Schoharie County Maple Festival on Saturday, April 25, at the Cobleskill Fairgrounds. Progressland and the Hall of Agriculture were filled with vendors selling everything maple and more. Festivalgoers had a hard time ...
COPAKE–Area writers and literature lovers are invited to gather at the Roeliff Jansen Community Library on Saturday, May 2 from 1 to 3 p.m. for a Short Prose Open Mic, an afternoon dedicated to celebrating local voices and storytelling in all its forms.This welcoming, low-pressure event is open to ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – A popular downtown boutique is once again turning fashion into a force for good as the 4th Annual Blue Dot Fashion Show takes place on Wednesday, April 30, bringing together style, community, and a charitable mission in the heart of the city.Hosted by Destination Asbury Boutique, ...
NEWARK - World Cup fans will have a dedicated place to eat, drink and watch the games in Newark’s Ironbound, as city officials and community leaders prepare a large-scale fan zone tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. East Ward Councilman Michael Silva announced on social media earlier this month that ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - South Plainfield High School's boys tennis team was back on the court on Tuesday to take on Colonia High School at Spring Lake Park. After a 4-1 loss to North Brunswick, the Tigers bounced back with a 5-0 sweep over Colonia. Marcus Serrano took his first singles match over ...
NEWARK - Port Newark Container Terminal (PNCT) has embarked on a $1 billion long-term strategy that will drastically expand the facility's footprint, increase throughput by 40%, double rail capacity and deepen the Port Newark-Elizabeth Channel. This latest investment focuses on advancing ...
Denville, NJ - No. 8 Morris Knolls delivered a statement performance in the Morris County Tournament, overwhelming Parsippany Hills 14-0 in the second round Tuesday afternoon.Morris Knolls (12-3) wasted little time asserting control, scoring once in the first inning and adding three more in the ...
Sparta, NJ - Morris Knolls continued its dominant run Tuesday, rolling past Pope John 177-211 in a nine-hole stroke-play match to remain unbeaten on the season.The Golden Eagles (12-0) controlled the match from the top of the leaderboard down, placing four golfers in the top five and building a ...
Denville, NJ - Morris Knolls turned in a dominant performance Tuesday afternoon, sweeping Boonton 5-0 in a decisive Morris County matchup.Morris Knolls (5-8) controlled play from start to finish, winning all five matches in straight sets and dropping just 15 total games across the entire lineup.At ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Recognized for his resourcefulness utilizing numerous skills in the sport, this core member of the Westfield High School boys volleyball team is credited for getting the team off to an impressive 11-3 record more than halfway through the season. Senior Benjamin Bukiet-Beker is this ...
Sparta, NJ - Morris Knolls came up just short in a tightly contested match Tuesday, falling to Pope John 155-157 in a nine-hole stroke-play showdown.On a par-35 layout, Morris Knolls (7-4) delivered a balanced performance with four golfers shooting 39 or better, but Pope John (8-5) used a slight ...
Nutley Little Theatre 47 Erie Pl, Nutley NJ will present a free readers theatre, Sunday May 3 2 pm. Sometimes to find the best moments in your life you just need to press the right buttons
Denville, NJ - No. 8 Morris Knolls wasted no time taking control and never looked back in a 10-3 victory over Whippany Park on Monday afternoon.Morris Knolls (12-3) erupted for four runs in the first inning and added two more in the second, building an early cushion that set the tone for the rest ...
Denville, NJ - Morris Knolls delivered one of its strongest performances of the season Monday afternoon, defeating Parsippany Hills 160-175 in a nine-hole stroke-play match.Playing on a par-36 layout, Morris Knolls (7-4) showcased impressive depth, placing four golfers in the top four spots to pull ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A session on Saturday morning will explore strategies to boost students’ well-being and learning in school and the home.“Supporting the Whole Child: Perspectives on Anxiety and Learning Differences” will be presented by the CBSD Education Foundation on May 2 from 9 a.m. to noon at ...
Sparta, NJ - Morris Knolls erased an early deficit in emphatic fashion Monday, rallying past Sparta for a 12-7 road victory.After falling behind 5-0 through two innings, Morris Knolls (7-6) flipped the game with a relentless offensive surge, scoring in five straight innings — including a decisive ...
Parsippany, NJ - Morris Knolls pulled out a thrilling 3-2 victory over Parsippany Hills on Monday afternoon, using clutch performances in tiebreak situations to secure the win.Despite entering the match with a 5-8 record, Morris Knolls showed resilience against a strong Parsippany Hills squad ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg officials met Wednesday with representatives from the New Jersey Department of Transportation to discuss a plan to repair the closed orphan bridge on South Main Street, with work potentially beginning within the next one to two weeks. According to a statement from ...