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By MAX WALTON, TIMES JOURNAL STUDENT EDITORIAL BOARD
May 16, 2026
RICHMONDVILLE – On Sunday, May 3, the C-R trap team shot high scores during round three rankings.On the boys’ team, Jacob Bulger took the first place spot with 45/50, followed by Andrew Rightmyer and Jacob Work with 44/50, and finally Max Walton and Connor Testa with 43/50. For the girls’ team, ...
ROSELLE, NJ — This week the Roselle Police Department released its 2025 annual report, highlighting the department’s achievements. The report details the department's actions to not only reduce crime and provide a safeguard for Roselle citizens, but to also provide transparency and accountability ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Hanover Township Police Department received its fifth re-accreditation award Thursday night during the May 14 Township Committee meeting, placing the department among a small percentage of agencies statewide to maintain the designation through five accreditation ...
MIDDLETOWN, NJ: TAPinto received a report of a house fire in Middletown, on Lynn Court. At this time firefighters are on the scene and working to extinguish the fire that has spread along the side of the home. Reports indicate the fire started on the deck. Avoid the area at this time.
CHATHAM, NJ – Senior outside Ryan Klepper knocked down five kills and won nine service points, which included five aces, as Chatham won its eighth consecutive boys volleyball match, 2-0 vs. Morristown in the opening round of the NJAC Tournament on Saturday at CHS.Klepper also contributed a block ...
Middlesex County's 2026 lineup of Plays-in-the-Park shows feature local renditions of three popular Broadway musicals at Roosevelt Park from June through August.This summer’s Plays-in-the-Park performances will be “All Shook Up,” “1776,” and “Guys & Dolls" at the Stephen J. Capestro Theatre in ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – At Eagle Ridge Elementary School in Coral Springs, there’s one familiar face staff and students count on seeing every morning before the school day begins.By 7:15 a.m. on most days, Carmen Arteca is already there.The 94-year-old Coral Springs resident, who turns 95 next week, ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Passaic Valley's softball team defeated Holy Angels, 19-1, on Friday.The Hornets improved to 16-6 overall, while Holy Angels fell to 1-16 overall.Passaic Valley recorded 13 hits in the game, led by Adrianna Sabatino, who went 4-for-4 with four RBIs and three runs scored.
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — A second man involved in an altercation with a 13-year-old wheelie-popping e-bike rider in the West Boca Raton Lotus community has been criminally charged in connection with the recent incident which was captured in a viral video. Ari Brooks, 53, was booked into the Palm Beach ...
POMPANO BEACH — Rapper Kodak Black bonded out of jail Friday afternoon, a day after surrendering to BSO to face felony charges stemming from an active arrest warrant, marking the South Florida artist's second booking in less than two weeks.According to court documents, the 28-year-old rapper, whose ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Five Coconut Creek police officers recently received the Broward Sheriff's Advisory Council Medal of Valor Award for preventing a suicide at the Seminole Casino Coconut Creek parking garage last fall, officials announced this week.The council recognized Sgts. Jim Dingus and ...
BOCA RATON, FL — The Boca Regional Chamber brought together 200 business professionals on Friday to recognize three leaders who continue to move the region forward through job creation, strategic growth, and community commitment.The Business Awards Luncheon celebrated Mike and Camillia Goodwin, ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — A second man involved in an altercation with a 13-year-old wheelie-popping e-bike rider in the West Boca Raton Lotus community has been criminally charged in connection with the recent incident which was captured in a viral video. Ari Brooks, 53, was booked into the Palm Beach ...
CHATHAM, NJ – The Reasoner Park Gazebo was completely packed with chairs and blankets on Friday night for Broadway Under the Stars, an evening of live musical performances featuring Chatham High School and Chatham Middle School students. The annual outdoor event brought Broadway favorites to the ...
AUSTERLITZ—The Austerlitz Historical Society hosts Ron Toelke, who will discuss Revolutionary War firearms at the old church at Old Austerlitz, 11550 Route 22, Sunday, May 17, 2 p.m. This event is free to the public.Mr. Toelke and his family were active participants in the living ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Three employees who were recently recognized with the Saint Peter’s Service Awards in honor of 50 years of service trace their longevity at Saint Peter’s Healthcare System to finding their tasks and responsibilities rewarding."For nearly 120 years, we've been a cornerstone of the ...
Oldwick, NJ - Tewksbury Township officials, township personnel, and others in the community came together on Friday, May 15th for the annual senior picnic at Oldwick Manor. Deputy Mayor Andrea Maranca, Committee members (and formerly Tewksbury mayors) Jean Frankel and Peter Melick, along with ...
CHATHAM, NJ – Alert Chatham Borough sent out a message about an attempted burglary at a Fairmount Avenue residence at approximately 12:04 a.m. on Saturday.According to the ABC report, The resident was awakened by the suspect’s flashlight outside a sliding door and yelled at the suspect, who then ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - It was a night that was years in the making for Gov. Livingston's seniors, and they weren't going to let it slip away.Before Wednesday's game, Max Ryvicker, Scott McRae, Alec Novotny, Cyr Ryan III, Will Sicoli, Sean House and Max DiDonato were each called over the loudspeaker ...
EDISON, NJ — Middlesex County proudly presents its 2026 lineup of Plays-in-the-Park shows featuring local renditions of three popular Broadway musicals at Roosevelt Park from June through August.This summer’s Plays-in-the-Park performances will be “All Shook Up,” “1776,” and “Guys & Dolls" at ...
WARREN, NJ — Despite rallying from an early three-run deficit, Watchung Hills fell just short in a 5-4 loss to Livingston on Saturday.Livingston jumped out quickly, scoring three runs in the top of the first inning against Watchung Hills starter Joe Perruna. Jack Silberman scored twice for ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Car thefts, home break-ins, electric bikes and traffic enforcement were top of mind at a public safety forum hosted by State Assemblyman Andrew Macurdy on Tuesday at the Westfield Town Hall. Macurdy was joined by Westfield Mayor Jeremy Berman, Westfield Police Chief Christopher ...
WARREN, NJ — Despite rallying from an early three-run deficit, Watchung Hills fell just short in a 5-4 loss to Livingston on Saturday.Livingston jumped out quickly, scoring three runs in the top of the first inning against Watchung Hills starter Joe Perruna. Jack Silberman scored twice for ...
You buy the cards, admission and refreshments are freeCHATHAM—The Chatham Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will host Bingo at the Chatham Firehouse, 2 Hoffman Street, Sunday, May 17. Doors opens at 1 p.m. and games begin at 2 p.m. Cards are 2 for $5 and 5 for $10. Admission and refreshments are ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Property taxes in Summit will rise again in 2026 after the Common Council unanimously approved a $63.4 million municipal budget at its last meeting, adding to continued affordability pressure for homeowners as municipal costs continue to climb. Spending plan totals a 3.5 percent ...
Bloomfield, NJ – Exciting news for local families as registration is now open for the Back 2 School Store Program, designed to support income-qualified Bloomfield students with essential school clothing and supplies for the upcoming 2026 school year.This unique program provides eligible students ...
ROXBURY, NJ - As part of its annual Read Across America celebration in March, Franklin Elementary recently hosted “Reading with Character Week at FES,” led by its SEL Committee. This initiative focused on kindness, character, empathy and anti-bullying efforts throughout the school community.Two ...
PARKLAND, FL- The Stoneman Douglas Baseball Team is operating in unprecedented territory in recent years, piling up State Championships in Florida's largest School Class year after year, including an undefeated run a couple of years ago.Stoneman Douglas took a calculated risk by not starting ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Car thefts, home break-ins, electric bikes and traffic enforcement were top of mind at a public safety forum hosted by State Assemblyman Andrew Macurdy on Tuesday at the Westfield Town Hall. Macurdy was joined by Westfield Mayor Jeremy Berman, Westfield Police Chief Christopher ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Fifth-seeded South Plainfield High School lost their quarterfinal round game of the Greater Middlesex County Tournament to fourth-seeded East Brunswick High School on Thursday 8-4. Both South Plainfield and East Brunswick received first round byes in the annual spring county ...