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June 5, 2026

HUDSON--Questar III BOCES will host its second annual Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Camp at two locations in July 2026. The camps are designed for rising 8th-10th graders and will be held in Troy at the Robert H. Gibson Technical School from July 13-17, and in Hudson at the Donald R.

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HUDSON—The Hudson Flag Day Parade and Festival is all funded by donations, sponsors and the community that supports Flag Day fundraisers.A Chicken/Clam Bake fundraiser to kick-off and benefit the Hudson Flag Day Parade and Festival takes place at the Hudson Elks Lodge #787, 201 Harry Howard Avenue, ...

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EAST WINDSOR, NJ – The race for the unexpired East Windsor Township Council seat will now be a head-to-head contest in November after a write-in candidate secured enough votes in the June 2, 2026 Primary Election to advance to the General Election. East Windsor GOP vice-chair Barry Greenstein ...

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TRENTON, NJ — Lawmakers took another step Thursday toward forcing New Jersey’s proliferating data centers to submit semi-annual reports on electricity and water use.The measure, A4096, was unanimously approved by the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee, and would mandate reporting ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ – As of recently, the odds of Westfield High School and Bridgewater-Raritan High School playing each other in the postseason have been very high.While this has particularly spilled into each of New Jersey’s fall, winter, and spring seasons over the past few years, most of their ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is asking the public for help into one of its investigations.The Department is looking to identify the individual pictured riding a pink bicycle in connection with a theft and fraud investigation. Anyone who recognizes this individual or ...

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BOCA RATON, FL— Surveillance video obtained by Boca Raton police shows a man charged in a Memorial Day weekend shooting at a downtown restaurant pulling a handgun from his waistband and firing two rounds during an argument, according to a police report released Thursday.The report provides new ...

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COCONUT CREEK, FL — A 50-minute visit to a Coconut Creek restaurant — windows rolled up, engine off, temperature at 85 degrees — ended with a Lauderdale Lakes man in handcuffs after a witness found a child locked in his car, crying and banging on the window.On Wednesday, May 27, Jean Richard Adoux, ...

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SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Board of Education approved a contract at its May 11 meeting to replace steam piping beneath the gymnasium floor at James Caldwell Elementary School.The BOE awarded the project to Robert Griggs Plumbing & Heating, LLC for $49,150. The work will be completed ...

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HANOVER PARK, N.J. — The memory of last year's 4-0 shutout had lingered all season. On Thursday afternoon, Hannah Belluche erased it with one swing.Belluche launched a two-run shot to center field with two outs in the top of the seventh inning, and the Gov. Livingston Highlanders walked off as ...

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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — As artificial intelligence reshapes our daily lives, one local junior is ensuring our community’s seniors aren’t just keeping up, they are mastering the tools to thrive in a digital-first world. Manav Shah, a junior at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, has officially reached a ...

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HAWTHORNE, NJ - The 2026 season is recent history and the Hawthorne High School softball program proved once again to be well-prepared, determined, resilient, highly competitive and ultimately successful.“One game that stands out would be a regular-season game versus North Arlington (a 12-11 win on ...

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FAIR LAWN, NJ - Everyone that’s part of the high school baseball program was well aware before the season ever started that, given the high level of competition they’d be facing, nothing was going to come easy in the field or at the plate.That’s why the Cutters were very prepared in all facets of ...

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NUTLEY, NJ - The Township of Nutley Booard of Commissioners proclaimed June 5, 2026 “Gun Violence Awareness Day” at their June 4 meeting.The proclamation reads: "WHEREAS, every day, approximately 42 people in the United States are killed by gun violence, with 15,364 gun homicides in 2024; ...

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MILLBURN, NJ — The Millburn Board of Education adopted new and revised curriculum items at its May 18 meeting, including updates to Advanced Placement courses, world languages, science, music, robotics and K–1 reading.New or updated curricula include AP Comparative Government, AP English Language, ...

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NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Five members of the New Providence High School Class of 2026 took part in a signing ceremony on June 3 in the media center to signify their commitment to continuing to play their respective sports in college.Football players James Keneally and Joe Ping, girls' basketball ...

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WARREN, NJ — Motorists traveling on Interstate 78 westbound through Warren Township should prepare for overnight lane closures Friday as crews continue work on the replacement of the bridge over a tributary of the Dead River.According to the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT), ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Forget what the forecast says. According to the organizers of this Sunday's Berkeley Heights Block Party, the weather is going to be gorgeous — and so will the day.The annual block party, hosted by Berkeley Heights Business & Civic (BHB&C), returns to Springfield ...

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BroadWalk is bringing the bubbles!  Downtown Red Bank's seasonal pedestrian plaza is a great place for family-friendly fun!  Thanks to Mike the Magician for the epic magical bubble show at last week's Kids Takeover!  BroadWalk has fun children's activities every Thursday from 4pm to 6pm featuring ...

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KEYPORT, NJ: At around 2:10am- early on Friday, a fire broke out in Keyport in a home located on Cass Street. Firefighters are on the scene battling the flames. Injuries are reported as the fight continues to extinguish the fire, 

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HACKENSACK, NJ — A Hasbrouck Heights man was arrested on charges of distribution and possession of child sexual abuse material, according to an announcement from Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella.Mario H. Kaldas, 25-years-old, was arrested as the result of an investigation conducted by the ...

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HOLMDEL, N.J. — Student Transition to Adulthood Ready for Success— STARS 18–21 Program at Holmdel High School is helping young adults take important steps toward independence while building meaningful connections throughout the community.Designed to support students as they transition from school ...

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OLEAN, NY — A representative of the Idaho Potato Commission came to the Tops on West State Street Thursday to deliver a $1,500 check to the store’s produce manager and a TV to another employee who was not there at the moment. The gifts were rewards in recognition of the Olean Tops’ produce ...

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PENNSAUKEN, NJ – Brady Shine became the first event State Champion in Hasbrouck Heights history, capturing the Javelin at the NJSIAA State Meet of Champions on Wednesday at Pennsauken High School.   While Hasbrouck Heights has had numerous Group and Sectional Champions, he is the first to capture ...

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UNION, N.J. — Three Union High School students earned scholarships Wednesday evening as the Union Rotary Club recognized the finalists in its annual Marvin Orella Speech Contest during the Eloquence Soirée at Galloping Hill Caterers.The competition challenged students to deliver memorized speeches ...

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CHATHAM, NJ – One of the best takeaways from Chatham's 18-8 girls lacrosse win vs. Red Bank on Thursday in the NJSIAA North Jersey, Group 3 semifinal round at Haas Field was the Cougar offense.“Offense really vibed today, which is really nice because it took us a long time this season to get ...

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DON'T MISS THE 2026 BAYSHORE GREEKFEST! A FANTASTIC COMMUNITY EVENT! SCROLL DOWN⬇️It's Greekfest time! Don't miss a Bayshore tradition, here in Holmdel! HOLMDEL, NJ – Grab the family and friends and head on out to a local favorite event! The sights, sounds, and flavors of Greece have returned to ...

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ASBURY PARK, NJ – One of Asbury Park’s most colorful and anticipated annual traditions returns this Sunday as Jersey Pride brings thousands of people from across New Jersey and beyond together for a day of celebration, advocacy, entertainment, and community.Now in its 34th year, Jersey Pride has ...

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ASBURY PARK, NJ – One of Asbury Park’s most colorful and anticipated annual traditions returns this Sunday as Jersey Pride brings thousands of people from across New Jersey and beyond together for a day of celebration, advocacy, entertainment, and community.Now in its 34th year, Jersey Pride has ...

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DON'T MISS THE 2026 BAYSHORE GREEKFEST! A FANTASTIC COMMUNITY EVENT! SCROLL DOWN⬇️It's Greekfest time! Don't miss a Bayshore tradition, here in Holmdel! HOLMDEL, NJ – Grab the family and friends and head on out to a local favorite event! The sights, sounds, and flavors of Greece have returned to ...

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