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By SPECIAL TO TAPINTO WEST ESSEX
May 16, 2026
NORTH CALDWELL, NJ — West Essex Middle School transformed its cafeteria into a bustling marketplace on April 23 as students in grades 7 and 8 showcased their creativity and business skills during the school’s annual TREP$ Fair.The event served as the culminating experience for members of the TREP$ ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — The Piscataway Chiefs boys volleyball team proved Thursday night they belong among the Greater Middlesex Conference elite.Despite falling just short in a hard-fought 25-11, 26-28, 25-17 semifinal loss to powerhouse Monroe Falcons, Piscataway battled one of New Jersey’s top boys ...
BERNARDSVILLE, NJ — Music lovers of all ages are invited to the Bernardsville Public Library this Sunday, May 17, for a special performance featuring Coo Coo Cachoo, a Simon & Garfunkel tribute band, as part of the library’s “Sundays at 3” Concert Series.The free concert will begin at 3 p.m. at ...
HAMILTON, NJ - The Hamilton Township Animal Shelter & Adoption Center is urging residents to use caution before picking up kittens found outdoors during the busy spring and summer “kitten season,” noting that many young cats are not actually abandoned.Shelter officials recently shared guidance ...
WAYNE, NJ — Wayne Police Chief Joseph Rooney presented a mostly flat 2026 police budget during the May 13 special budget meeting. The budget numbers were quiet, but the department’s 2025 statistics were not: more than 65,000 calls for service, 68,704 premise checks, 20,398 motor vehicle stops, ...
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson City Council is expected to vote on a resolution authorizing a $298,750 contract for exterior and interior rehabilitation work at the Community Center at the Heritage, also known as the Alexander Hamilton site, as part of ongoing improvements connected to the Paterson ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — Criminal charges that stem from two fatal April accidents became public this week.The first involves an early morning accident on Route 1 North on April 19th. Middlesex County Prosecutor Linda Estremera and South Brunswick Police Chief Raymond Hayducka issued a prepared ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Harding Elementary School recently presented The Little Mermaid and the show was an absolute success. Audience members were thoroughly entertained by the sensational acting performances and musical numbers.The show was directed by third grade teacher, Mr. Joseph Mills who ...
HAMILTON, NJ – Steinert scored a run in the top of the eighth inning and held on for a 2-1 baseball victory over Allentown in the semifinal round of the Colonial Valley Tournament on Friday at DeMeo Field.Nick Lepore's RBI double gave Steinert a 2-1 lead in the eighth inning. Kaiden Hurley had led ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — Seniors were invited to attend an informational session at the South Plainfield Senior Center this week hosted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the ongoing environmental remediation efforts along the Bound Brook area behind the senior center.The ...
ROXBURY, NJ — A much-anticipated federal court hearing on the state and township’s effort to halt a proposed immigration detention facility in Ledgewood was canceled Tuesday after the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agreed to pause conversion work at the site and conduct an environmental ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — Hoboken High School senior Addison Rumph will attend the United States Naval Academy this fall after accepting an appointment to the prestigious service academy in Annapolis, Maryland, school officials announced.Rumph, who ranks in the top 12% of her class, earned a 4.2 GPA while ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Several redevelopment projects in Springfield are proceeding at different paced, with one facing significant delays and another nearing completion. Administrator John Bussiculo briefed the Township Committee on April 28, giving updates on the status of the Gomes project, Patriot ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — A proposed redesign of the Route 9 interchange at Bordentown Avenue, Burlew Place and Eugene Boulevard is drawing fierce opposition from residents who say the project could forever change — and potentially destroy — the character of their neighborhood.The New Jersey Department of ...
SOUTH RIVER - Spotswood High School's varsity baseball team headed to Grekoski Park to take on South River High School under the lights on Thursday for a rivalry game. The Chargers scored two runs in the top of the first and two in the top of the third to defeat the Rams behind a 12-strikeout ...
BELLEVILLE, NJ — The Millburn boys volleyball team earned its 17th win of the season on Friday, defeating Belleville in straight sets, 25–22 and 25–19, in a Super Essex Conference–American Division matchup.Millburn controlled the match behind a strong offensive performance from senior outside ...
HAMILTON, NJ – The Steinert softball team advanced in the quarterfinal round of the Colonial Valley Tournament with an 11-1 victory over Lawrence on Thursday.Senior Mia Pope had two hits and one run batted in, giving her a school record 168 career hits. Pope has a .494 career batting average.Bianca ...
Basking Ridge, NJ — Bernards Township’s annual Charter Day celebration will return with a full day of entertainment, historical programming and family activities as the community also marks America’s 250th anniversary.The event will feature live performances beginning with an opening ceremony at ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Rain may have canceled Mountainside’s planned America 250 nature hike, but it did not stop the community from enjoying a memorable afternoon with turtles, snakes and hands-on learning.The Township’s “250th Nature Hike” was scheduled as part of Mountainside’s America 250 ...
OLEAN, NY — The Olean Elks Club will have an extended time for their Wednesday chicken barbeque dinners: noon to 6 p.m.The dinners will include half a chicken, baked beans, salt potatoes and rolls.Meals are $16.The deadline to order is Tuesday at 7 p.m. Patrons should call 716-372-4191 and ...
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ — The Wood-Ridge Board of Education honored its April Students of the Month at the May 11 meeting, held in the Wood-Ridge High School auditorium.Each school administrator announced the student honorees from their building and posed for photos with the children for their parents.The ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – St. Mary’s (Rutherford) Emilia Meyes homered in the seventh inning to give the Gaels a 7-5 victory over Hasbrouck Heights in a NJIC Meadowlands softball game on Friday afternoon at Hitchcock Field. St. Mary goes to 9-1 in the Meadowlands with the win, and 14-8 overall.
UNION, N.J. — Music, dancing and community spirit filled the Union Senior Center on Friday afternoon as older adults gathered for the annual Spring Dance for a Cure, an event dedicated to raising awareness and support for Alzheimer’s disease.“Today is about hope, action and togetherness,” said ...
RED BANK, NJ: The 7th Annual Red Bank Classic 5K returns Saturday, June 20, taking over the heart of downtown Red Bank, NJ. The race brings together runners, families, and supporters for a lively celebration of downtown, the waterfront, and the programs that support Red Bank’s youth.Event ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ, May 14, 2026 – Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) Somerset, an RWJBarnabas Health hospital, is partnering with three Downtown Somerville businesses to encourage women to get their annual mammograms this summer. Women who schedule their mammogram through Aug. 15 at the ...
BELMAR, NJ – Will Meehan pitched a one-hitter to lead Raritan to a 5-1 baseball victory over St. Rose on Friday.Meehan struck out 13 batters and walked four in seven innings. He threw 99 pitches.Dylan Hernandez and Bear Evernham each had a triple and a single for Raritan (12-9).Antonio Lamberti ...
ORANGE, NJ — The Orange Board of Education opened its May 14 public meeting with an emotional tribute to beloved Lincoln Avenue School teacher Mary Stack, whose impact on students, colleagues and the school community was remembered throughout the evening.Family members, friends, educators and ...
NEW JERSEY — Communities across the country have joined together this week to recognize and thank their local police departments during National Police Week 2026, honoring the men and women who serve and protect neighborhoods every day. From small towns to large cities, local law enforcement ...
MIDDLETOWN, NJ — Middletown North advanced in the quarterfinal round of the Shore Conference Coaches Cup with an 11–4 boys lacrosse win over St. John Vianney/Ranney on Friday.Caden Kirk led the Lions (8-13) with five goals and one assist, while Brendan Costello added two goals and five ...
MIDDLETOWN, NJ — In a solemn and respectful tribute during National Police Week, the Middletown Township Police Department (MTPD) held its annual Police Memorial Service on Tuesday, gathering officers, families, and community members to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of ...