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By MATT PFINGSTEN
May 12, 2026
PARKLAND, FL- The Broward School Board voted 7-2 on Monday to approve a reorganization plan that will eliminate approximately 1,000 positions across the district. The decision followed more than eight hours of debate and serves as a direct response to a significant drop in student enrollment, with ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ — Passersby near David’s Country Inn yesterday evening caught a glimpse of Hackettstown’s younger generation honoring the town’s history. On Monday, May 11, middle and high school students from Scouting America Troops 158 and 143 gathered at the Billy Yank monument to run through ...
Basking Ridge, NJ — Somerset Hills YMCA, a branch of Greater Somerset County YMCA, partnered with the Rotary Club of the Somerset Hills in April to host a community-wide children’s book drive that collected more than 1,000 books for local families.The drive encouraged residents to donate new and ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — New Jersey's decision to officially recognize girls flag football as a varsity sport next year is being met with excitement at Sayreville War Memorial High School, where the program has already proven it can compete.First-year head coach Juliana "Jules" Burns found out the way a ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Dayton scored two runs in the top of the seventh inning and held on for a 5-4 softball victory over highly regarded South Plainfield on Monday.Abigail Trenk went 2-for-3 and scored three runs for Dayton (11-9), which took a 5-3 lead in the top of the seventh.Winning pitcher ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — The Township of Scotch Plains and Woodmont Properties will host a Public Information Session on Downtown Redevelopment on Monday, May 18, at 7 p.m. at Scotch Plains Town Hall (430 Park Ave.). Residents are invited to attend to learn more about plans to revitalize the downtown ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — The Governor Livingston softball team has quietly built one of the stronger résumés in Union County this spring, and a 17-0 run-rule victory over Rahway in the second round of the Union County Tournament Friday made clear the Highlanders are hitting their stride at the ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ -Assemblyman Jerry Walker (D-Hudson) will officially open his new district office in Jersey City with a public grand opening event on Saturday, May 16.The event is scheduled for 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at 39 Kearny Ave., Annex 4, in Jersey City. Residents will have an opportunity to meet ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - The U.S. Marshals Service is seeking the public’s help locating Luis Marin, who is wanted in connection with a homicide investigation dating back to March 23, 2026. According to a wanted flyer issued by the U.S. Marshals Service, Marin is wanted by the Hudson County Prosecutor’s ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — With a ribbon cutting, a test of the microphone and a round of applause, Governor Livingston High School officially unveiled its brand-new press box Monday, capping a collaborative effort between the Berkeley Heights and Mountainside school districts that supporters say was ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - Closings are now underway at Southend Lofts, marking a defining milestone for the visionary collection of luxury condominium homes in Hoboken.The initial occupancy follows a robust launch in which more than one-third of the 110 residences have already sold. The strong market response ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Red Bank Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, May 13, at 7:00pm at Borough Hall, 90 Monmouth Street.26 Drs. James Parker Boulevard is the subject of a Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan application focused on site improvements while retaining the existing ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ — Ready for the annual Taste of Hasbrouck Heights and Friends? Grab your forks and stretchy pants and check out the 29 eateries that are scheduled to present their signature dishes.The Taste of Hasbrouck Heights and Friends is hosted by the Hasbrouck Heights Friends of the ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – Hasbrouck Heights swept Harrison, 5-0, in a NJIC Meadowlands boys tennis match on Monday afternoon at the Neal McCarthy Tennis Courts in Hasbrouck Heights. Hasbrouck Heights improves to 9-4 on the season, 9-3 in the Meadowlands, while Harrison is 0-9.“(Today’s) win means ...
RED BANK, NJ: Red Bank residents looking for a gentle, accessible way to improve flexibility and reduce stress can sign up for the upcoming Chair Yoga Classes offered by the Red Bank Division of Parks and Recreation. The five‑session series will be held at the Red Bank Senior Center on May 12, 14, ...
NORTH ARLINGTON, NJ – Alexa Celentano went 4-for-4 with four runs scored and three RBI as Wood-Ridge defeated North Arlington, 16-1 in a NJIC Patriot Division girls softball game on Monday afternoon in North Arlington. Wood-Ridge improves to 17-5 overall, and 8-0 in the NJIC Patriot Division. ...
A Mahwah police officer is being hailed a hero for taking care to return a domestic violence victim home from headquarters -- and finding her accused assailant armed with a loaded gun outside her house.Jason Tyler Butler, 26, of the Catskills-area town of Wurtsboro, NY, was arrested without ...
WAYNE, NJ — The Wayne Hills girls lacrosse team walked off the field Saturday one goal short of a Passaic County championship, a bitter taste in their mouths. It was an incredibly competitive battle for the county crown and the Patriots climbed their way back late into the game and could not find ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Animal Welfare Advisory Committee will hold a meeting tonight, Tuesday, May 12, 6:30pm. The meeting is being held in person in the council chambers, Borough Hall, 90 Monmouth Street.
UNION, N.J. — For the first time in three decades, the Township of Union Public Schools revived its Hall of Fame, honoring 18 individuals whose professional accomplishments, community service and commitment to excellence have left a lasting impact on the district and beyond.The induction ceremony ...
MIDLAND PARK, NJ – Braden Russell limited Wood-Ridge to just six hits as Midland Park defeated the Blue Devils, 4-1 in a NJIC Meadowlands baseball game on Monday afternoon in Midland Park. Midland Park, now 12-9 overall and 6-3 in the Meadowlands, moves into a second-place tie with Wood-Ridge, who ...
CHATHAM, NJ – Ryan Klepper, Scott Simonfay and Hawi Ondondo each knocked down five kills for Chatham in its 2-0 boys volleyball win vs. Delbarton on Monday at CHS.Senior outside hitter Klepper also collected eight service points, which included three aces and four digs for Chatham (13-8), which ...
CHATHAM, NJ – Shortstop Joe Kealy drove in two runs and Drew Speace knocked in a run and came on to earn the save in Chatham's 5-3 NJAC National Division baseball win vs. West Morris on Monday at CHS.Chatham (15-5) and West Morris (14-6) are tied atop the National Division standings with 7-2 ...
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners congratulates Monmouth County Counsel Michael D. Fitzgerald for receiving a County Service Award presented by the New Jersey Association of Counties (NJAC) during the NJAC Convention in Atlantic City on May 7.“Since being named ...
Team Members at Peaceful Pines pictured above, left to right: Certified Assisted Living Administrator, Cristina Rando, LPN,CDP, Diana Rocco, Director of Activities, Sarah Adjei, House Manager. MONMOUTH COUNTY: As National Nurses Week comes to a close, communities across the country are taking time ...
Team Members at Peaceful Pines pictured above, left to right: Certified Assisted Living Administrator, Cristina Rando, LPN,CDP, Diana Rocco, Director of Activities, Sarah Adjei, House Manager. MONMOUTH COUNTY: As National Nurses Week comes to a close, communities across the country are taking time ...
Team Members at Peaceful Pines pictured above, left to right: Certified Assisted Living Administrator, Cristina Rando, LPN,CDP, Diana Rocco, Director of Activities, Sarah Adjei, House Manager. MONMOUTH COUNTY: As National Nurses Week comes to a close, communities across the country are taking time ...
CHATHAM, NJ – James Vukanovich, a parent of two girls who attend Milton Avenue School, came to the Chatham Board of Education meeting on Monday night and asked the district to suspend its policy that he said allows boys in girls' bathrooms. Vukanovich has been banned from entering Milton since he ...
MARLBORO, NJ – Three pitchers combined on a two-hitter as the Colts Neck baseball team defeated Marlboro, 4-1, on Monday.Ryan Rude allowed one hit in five innings with three walks and five strikeouts. Ronan Kiely, who allowed one run and one hit; and Ryan Spencer, who allowed two walks and struck ...
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners congratulates Monmouth County Counsel Michael D. Fitzgerald for receiving a County Service Award presented by the New Jersey Association of Counties (NJAC) during the NJAC Convention in Atlantic City on May 7. “Since being named ...