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By TAPINTO NEWS STAFF
May 8, 2026
EDISON, NJ — A state Appellate Court ruled that former Edison police officer Michael Dotro should continue to serve a two-decade prison sentence from a 2017 conviction for firebombing a police captain’s home and other charges.Dotro sought Appeals Court relief claiming his original attorney provided ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Monster Mini Golf in Coral Springs closed this week, according to a notice posted on the business’s front door.The monster-themed indoor entertainment center, known for its glow-in-the-dark mini golf, arcade games and family outings, announced the closure in a letter posted at ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Tamaques Park redesign concept plans are out and Westfield’s town council got a front row view of the proposed changes during Tuesday’s council meeting. Presenters Mallory Clark and Mark Robison from Dresdner Robin, the firm the town has been working with on the redesign, spoke to ...
PARKLAND, FL- The Stoneman Douglas Baseball Team is getting on a roll at just the right time. The five-time defending State Champions swept Southwest High School of Miami in impressive fashion last weekend, and have now cracked the MaxPreps National Top Rankings at #20 in America heading into this ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — Eleven organizations in Elizabeth, in addition to a local artist, are among the recipients of a portion of $100,000 awarded through the 2026 Union County HEART Grant Program.HEART, which stands for history, education, arts reaching thousands, was awarded to 81 artists, historians ...
RARITAN, NJ – Add one more festival to the borough's roster of celebrations, as council officially approved a date for the borough's first Filipino fest.West Somerset Street will be shut down on the afternoon of Oct. 11, after weeks worth of debate and speculation at borough council. There was some ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — South Brunswick Township has been awarded $105,667 through New Jersey’s Clean Communities grant program, part of more than $25 million being distributed statewide to support local litter removal, cleanup, education and enforcement efforts.The funding was announced by the ...
BERNARDSVILLE, NJ - Young athletes looking to stay active and sharpen their skills during the offseason will have the opportunity to do just that through the Junior Mountaineer Speed & Strength Summer Program.Designed to help athletes continue training throughout the summer months, the program ...
MORRIS COUNTY/PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ — The June 2 primary election is less than a month away.Here is some important information about who is on the ballot and how to vote.Registering to VoteIf you are not registered to vote, you have until Tuesday, May 12.Voters can register in-person, online or by ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Brunswick Hills OBGYN has been a part of many women's healthcare journey for many years. It opened its doors in 1996 in East Brunswick and also has a location in Hillsborough. Many women had and currently have obstetric and gynecological care ongoing at both locations. So, it ...
LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, NJ — What began as a routine senior assembly at Linden High School quickly turned into a gripping lesson on survival, responsibility and resilience as two survivors of the deadly 2000 Seton Hall University dormitory fire shared their story with the Class of 2026 on Wednesday, ...
HILLSIDE, NJ — A new ladder truck will be on the way to the Hillside Fire Department, which township leaders say will be used to keep the community safe.Rep. LaMonica McIver, who represents District 10, which includes Hillside, presented town leaders with a check for $1.6 million on Tuesday. The ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The South Brunswick Township Council will hold a public hearing on the 2026 municipal budget at their regular meeting on Wednesday, May 20 at 6 p.m. South Brunswick's 2026 budget was introduced at the April 15 township council meeting as a part of the consent agenda. It was ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Every town has its mayor, its regulars and its local legends. In Roselle Park, one of them answers to Duke.A true community effort, from all around the borough, resulted in Duke being named as just one of 18 dogs selected for the New Jersey Lottery's “Jersey's Top Dogs” contest.
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — The June 2 primary election is less than a month away.Here is some important information about who is on the ballot and how to vote.Registering to VoteIf you are not registered to vote, you have until Tuesday, May 12.You can register to vote by clicking here and registering ...
RARITAN TOWNSHIP – Looking east is memory.The sweeping fields of the Hilltop Reserve lead the eyes to a tree line and the roofs of homes, then to the horizon that on clear sunny days glints with the glimmer of Manhattan’s skyscrapers.One day 25 years ago, that horizon was smudged with smoke.It is ...
CALDWELL, NJ – Mount St. Dominic dipped its toe into the sport of flag football this spring for the first time. While flag football will not be an official NJSIAA sport until next season, the sport has been building significantly over the last few years as a girls sport in the state. Mount ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ – MAY 6, 2026 – Five Atlantic Health medical centers earned top marks for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group in its Spring 2026 Hospital Safety Grades. Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Monster Mini Golf in Coral Springs closed this week, according to a notice posted on the business’s front door.The monster-themed indoor entertainment center, known for its glow-in-the-dark mini golf, arcade games and family outings, announced the closure in a letter posted at ...
WARRINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA—Customers of the Bucks County Water & Sewer Authority will be able to resume paying their bills online next week, but they’ll first need to re-enroll using different account numbers.The water and sewer authority announced that it would stop taking online payments from ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ = Robbinsville High School Assistant Principal Tom Brettell will assume the top spot on July 1.According to an announcement Brettel, who has been in his role since 2023, was picked to replace current principal Molly Avery after an extensive interview process. Avery has served as ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – The Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) has announced the high school students who will compete in the USA Biolympiad (USABO) National Finals at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, from June 21 to July 2, 2026. Among them will be Berkeley Heights resident Tara ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – The Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) has announced the high school students who will compete in the USA Biolympiad (USABO) National Finals at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, from June 21 to July 2, 2026. Among them will be Berkeley Heights resident Tara ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Looking for something to do this weekend in and around Franklin? From a spring comedy night and a massive food truck festival to Mother’s Day-themed events and a community walk supporting Special Olympics New Jersey, there are plenty of ways to get out and enjoy the weekend.
DOYLESTOWN, PA—The latest round of hospital safety ratings by a national organization gave three local hospitals an “A” in its latest report.The Leapfrog Group gave top scores to Doylestown Hospital, Jefferson Lansdale Hospital and St. Luke’s Grand View Hospital as part of its Spring 2026 Hospital ...
CRANFORD, NJ - On May 1, the Cranford Dramatic Club held its opening night for Fiddler on the Roof, continuing the theater’s 107th season. Fiddler on the Roof opened on Broadway in 1964, with its original run lasting for over 3,000 performances and receiving nine Tony Awards. The musical takes ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - At the May 5 meeting of the Spotswood Board of Education, the budget for the 2026-27 academic year was a main topic on the agenda. Spotswood School District Business Administrator Adrian Osofsky presented the budget prior to the vote on Tuesday. Osofsky started her presentation by ...
LOPATCONG, NJ -- The Council unanimously introduced the ordinance amending zoning regulations on digital signage on Wednesday evening, My 6, 2026. The ordinance must be reviewed by the Planning Board to see that it is aligned with the Master Plan, and will appear on the agenda for adoption in ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - A man from Orange faces a vehicular homicide charge in relation to a July 2, 2025 motor vehicle crash in Harding Township that took the life of Daniel “DJ” Ortiz, a Hopatcong resident who drove tow trucks for Roxbury-based Ron & Sons Towing, said officials today (May 6).Daniel ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ - Nearly $74,000 in state funding will be utilized by the Mercer County Improvement Authority (MCIA) to remove litter from the area communities and public spaces, and to support responsible stewardship of the environment, Mercer County Executive Dan Benson told TAPinto. “Every ...