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By TAPINTO HOBOKEN STAFF
June 4, 2026
NEWARK, NJ– Former Hoboken Housing Authority Executive Director, was sentenced on Wednesday to one year and one day in federal prison, followed by a three-year term of supervised release for participating in a corrupt scheme to obtain bribes and kickbacks from two Newark business owners, U.S.
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg officials are considering whether a parental responsibility ordinance could help address concerns about juvenile behavior, following a proposal raised by resident Bill Timmann during the Town Council's May 26 meeting.Speaking during public comment, Timmann urged ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Christine Portnoy will already be hard at work before the city pulls back the covers to another spring morning.As the vendor coordinator for Saturday’s 51st annual Hungarian Festival, her job is to be stationed on Somerset Street just as the sun’s first glow drifts over the ...
CAMDEN – While Mayor Victor Carstarphen emphasized gains in public safety, development and road improvements in his 2026 State of the City Address, he also zeroed in on the educational needs of Camden students.The mayor spoke at Camden High School on Wednesday evening with the theme of ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — Jim Cahill all but cinched up his 10th term as mayor Tuesday night.Cahill defeated challenger Charlie Kratovil in the Democratic primary, according to preliminary results from Middlesex County officials. Cahill finished with 56.62% of the vote (1,445 votes), not counting ...
SOUTH AMBOY/SAYREVILLE, NJ — Residents of South Amboy and Sayreville are invited to roll up their sleeves and help beautify local public spaces during the Greatest American Cleanup on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Waterfront Park.The event is part of the nationwide Greatest American ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ There is a unique kind of magic in watching a long journey reach its peak. It’s the feeling of looking back from the top of a mountain, realizing that every steep incline, every rough patch, and every moment of doubt was simply a stepping stone to something spectacular.As captured ...
POMPANO BEACH — Five Pompano Beach High School seniors have been named winners of prestigious college-sponsored National Merit Scholarships, program officials announced this week.The local standouts are among 26 Broward County Public Schools students to earn the distinction, placing them in an ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Get ready for five months of amazing local food, produce, handmade goods and music, as the Rancocas Woods Farmers Market kicks off its 2026 season this Sunday.Now in its 5th season, the Market is scheduled to run every Sunday from 10AM to 2PM starting on June 7 through October at ...
SHORT HILLS, NJ – Five students who are Short Hills residents are among 19 members of the Class of 2026 into The Cum Laude Society at The Pingry School. Established in 1906 as the secondary school equivalent of Phi Beta Kappa, the country’s oldest collegiate honor society, The Cum Laude Society ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ — After falling behind by two runs in the top of the first inning, Hunterdon Central quickly tied the game and then went on to an 8-5 victory over Jackson in the semifinal round of the NJSIAA Central Jersey, Group 4 baseball tournament on Wednesday.Joey Tedesco went 2-for-2 with ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ – A handful of Bordentown parents, after hearing or reading a previous TAPinto Bordentown article about a dispute between the Bordentown Regional School District and several seniors wishing to wear their scouting cords at their upcoming graduation ceremony, sent a TAPinto Bordentown ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Six students from Coral Springs have won National Merit Scholarships, competing successfully in a selective program that recognizes fewer than one percent of the nation's high school seniors.The announcement of the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program winners came on ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Six hikes will make for happy trails this weekend at Fern Forest Nature Center in Coconut Creek.The hikes mark National Trails Day, and they’re sponsored by the Happy Hoofers Chapter of the Florida Trail Association. The nature center is located at 201 Lyons Road South.The hikes ...
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ – Jobseekers strode through the Rider University campus with portfolios of resumes in hand with a purpose – to find a new career opportunity at the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce (PMRC) Job Fair. The Chamber estimates that more than 400 jobseekers attended the event ...
FAIRFIELD, NJ – The Fairfield Fire Department was dispatched for a hazardous materials incident on Wednesday morning involving a diesel fuel spill entering Deepavaal Brook. Engine 1, Engine 3, and Squad 1 responded and quickly deployed containment booms to help prevent the spread of fuel further ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Boca Raton has narrowed its search for a new police chief to two finalists, selecting veteran law enforcement leaders Nicholas Augustine and Jarad Phelps, who both have a long list of credentials.City officials announced the finalists on Wednesday afternoon after narrowing down the ...
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SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Board of Education approved a facilities contract on May 11 to address window caulking and glazing issues at the Jonathan Dayton High School gymnasium.The BOE entered into a contract with Panoramic Window & Door Systems Inc. for $34,275. The project includes ...
TRENTON, NJ — A plan to test driverless cars in New Jersey received another green light Monday, after the measure unanimously passed the Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee.The bill, A3968, will introduce a pilot program in New Jersey to allow autonomous vehicle (AV) tests at ...
TRENTON, NJ — A plan to test driverless cars in New Jersey received another green light Monday, after the measure unanimously passed the Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee.The bill, A3968, will introduce a pilot program in New Jersey to allow autonomous vehicle (AV) tests at ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ - Mercer County officials, veterans groups, and others will come together on Tuesday, June 9 to “retire Old Glory with honor and dignity.”The annual flag retirement ceremony will be held at Hamilton Veterans Park, Klockner Road Entrance, and begin at 6:00 p.m. According to the ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Matt DiRado hit a grand slam and second-seeded Gov. Livingston advanced in the semifinal round of the NJSIAA Central Jersey, Group 2 baseball tournament with a 9-2 victory over Robbinsville.Gov. Livingston (26-4) defeated Robbinsville in last year's sectional championship ...
The temperatures are rising, check out this cool summer salad. It's great for dinner or lunchRecipe:Ingredients: Head of Iceburg lettuceshredded cheddar cheesered onionblack beanscorn chips (I use Fritos but you could use any including Doritos)cherry tomatoesKraft Catalina DressingDirections:Cut ...
The temperatures are rising, check out this cool summer salad. It's great for dinner or lunchRecipe:Ingredients: Head of Iceburg lettuceshredded cheddar cheesered onionblack beanscorn chips (I use Fritos but you could use any including Doritos)cherry tomatoesKraft Catalina DressingDirections:Cut ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ – Hundreds gathered at the new Columbia Park Training Facility in Morristown on Wednesday to catch a glimpse of Team Brazil as they get set for the 2026 World Cup. On the most successful national soccer programs in the world and one of the favorites at this year’s tournament, the ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — Sayreville High School’s Senior Night on Thursday, May 21, served as a celebration of achievement, leadership, and the bright futures awaiting members of the Class of 2026, as students were recognized for their hard work and contributions both inside and outside the classroom. At ...
SCRANTON, PA — Local residents were among the more than 900 members of the Class of 2026. The newest Scranton alumni received their bachelor's degrees on Sunday, May 24, 2026.The most populous states in this year's graduating class included Pennsylvania (46%), New York (27%) and New Jersey (20%).
MORRISTOWN, NJ – Hundreds gathered at the new Columbia Park Training Facility in Morristown on Wednesday to catch a glimpse of Team Brazil as they get set for the 2026 World Cup. On the most successful national soccer programs in the world and one of the favorites at this year’s tournament, the ...
Scroll down for article, TAPimage for website: ⬇️⬇️LEONARDO, NJ – In a wonderful way to support #localarts, The New Jersey Blind Citizens Association (NJBCA) will open its doors to the community on Sunday, June 7, for "Art From the Heart," a special art exhibit showcasing the creativity and talents ...