News
By HUDSON COUNTY IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
May 1, 2026
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Few places capture New Jersey’s beauty like Lincoln Park; an urban oasis with 273 acres of greenery, sycamore trees, and wildlife. Uniquely, the park showcases the striking contrast between the city skyline and the natural resources our planet provides. This serves as a ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — The Berkeley Heights Board of Education adopted a final 2026-27 operating budget of $62,299,166 at its April 30 public meeting at Governor Livingston High School — a figure 2.85% below the current year's spending — after a series of last-minute financial pressures, a failed ...
SPRING LAKE, NJ – At a recent Spring Lake Borough Council meeting, officials introduced an ordinance updating the borough’s Length of Service Awards Program (LOSAP), a system designed to recognize and reward volunteer firefighters for their service.Councilman Hale, who introduced the ordinance, ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — A new, local partnership was announced this week with the aim of returning an annual popular event to Bordentown. The Bordentown Regional School District (BRSD) Education Foundation and the Bordentown Area Running Club (BARC) are teaming up to bring back the St. Patrick's Day 5K to ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mount Laurel will be holding an upcoming Veterans Luncheon in honor of the men and women of the Township who have bravely served our country.The lunch, which is hosted by the Township of Mount Laurel as well as the Township Council, is being held on Thursday, May 14 from 11:30AM ...
EAST WINDSOR - HIGHTSTOWN, NJ — If you live in the East Windsor - Hightstown area, you may be used to noise coming from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL).JBMDL released its monthly “Noise Calendar” for May 2026 so that its neighbors know what to expect when it comes to sounds coming from the ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — High school students from across North Jersey showcased their artistic talents this past weekend at Two Bergen County Plaza for a chance to have their work displayed in the U.S. Capitol for a year.Photo Credit: U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5)The annual Congressional Art ...
MELBOURNE, FL – The Melbourne City Council on Tuesday approved the first reading of an ordinance allowing Creative Playground to sell beer and wine as an accessory to an existing art boutique and art lab located in the Eau Gallie Arts District (EGAD).The business is located at 1416 Highland Avenue ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — High school students from across North Jersey showcased their artistic talents this past weekend at Two Bergen County Plaza for a chance to have their work displayed in the U.S. Capitol for a year.Photo Credit: U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5)The annual Congressional Art ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ — Several leadership changes within the Hawthorne Police Department were recognized during a recent council meeting, as officials promoted veteran officers and welcomed new recruits to the force.The ceremony took place during the April 15 meeting, where the governing body approved ...
COPAKE—Copake Grange #935, 628 Empire Road, presents Cabaret Night: “Stories in Song,” May 16, 7 to 9 p.m.Join vocalist Ilana Meredith and multi-instrumentalist Joseph Rutkowski (piano/accordion) for an immersive evening where music meets history. Guided by renowned local historian Jim Mackin, the ...
NEWARK, NJ - Port Newark Container Terminal (PNCT) has embarked on a $1 billion long-term strategy that will drastically expand the facility's footprint, increase throughput by 40%, double rail capacity and deepen the Port Newark-Elizabeth Channel. This latest investment focuses on advancing ...
For years, transit-dependent commuters in New Jersey have faced a stubborn problem: regional bus routes do the heavy lifting on the highway, but getting to the bus stop in the first place, especially in suburban neighborhoods, could mean a long walk, a hunt for parking, or simply giving up on ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Few places capture New Jersey’s beauty like Lincoln Park; an urban oasis with 273 acres of greenery, sycamore trees, and wildlife. Uniquely, the park showcases the striking contrast between the city skyline and the natural resources our planet provides. This serves as a ...
The expansion of a data center in East Windsor Township, NJ, by QTS Data Centers is still not a done deal — or a dead deal, after the East Windsor Township Planning Board did not conclude hearing testimony at the Monday, April 27, 2026 meeting.After no vote was taken on the application, there will ...
MANAHAWKIN, N.J. — Black Sheep Studios is turning up the heat in Southern Ocean County, inviting fitness enthusiasts to experience the transformative power of its signature Infrared Hot Classes at its Young Plaza location.Located at 420 N. Main St., Suite E, the studio is a premier destination for ...
MANAHAWKIN, N.J. — Black Sheep Studios is turning up the heat in Southern Ocean County, inviting fitness enthusiasts to experience the transformative power of its signature Infrared Hot Classes at its Young Plaza location.Located at 420 N. Main St., Suite E, the studio is a premier destination for ...
PITTSFIELD, MA–With food insecurity continuing to rise, Greylock Federal Credit Union has allocated a special $50,000 donation to support local food pantries.Recipients include Berkshire Bounty, Berkshire Food Project, Berkshire Community College (BCC) Campus Cupboard, Berkshire Dream Center, ...
NEW BALTIMORE — For more than 46 years, the Greene County Historical Society’s Tour of Homes has been a beloved annual tradition, drawing visitors from near and far to experience the rich history and charm of local towns. The tour offers a rare opportunity to step inside remarkable examples of ...
NEW BALTIMORE — For more than 46 years, the Greene County Historical Society’s Tour of Homes has been a beloved annual tradition, drawing visitors from near and far to experience the rich history and charm of local towns. The tour offers a rare opportunity to step inside remarkable examples of ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Somerset County Regional Farmers Market will open with several dozen vendors on Sunday, May 3 in the rear parking lot of Somerville Middle School at the corner of West High Street and Davenport Street.Free parking is on adjacent streets and nearby municipal lots.Managed by the ...
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed.STATE POLICEDavid Ryder, 39, of Coxsackie, was arrested April 23 at 10:37 p.m. in Catskill and charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a ...
PATERSON, NJ - A Paterson man has been charged with attempted murder and multiple weapons and drug offenses in connection with the April 29 non-fatal shooting that took place in the area of Oak Street and Summer Street, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes and Paterson Police Department ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - On April 30, David Brearly junior pitcher Gia Pirozzi added another historic accomplishment to her already impressive career, recording her 300th career strikeout for the Bears in a 9–3 victory over Kent Place.Already recognized earlier in the season for surpassing the ...
As a child I used to look forward to the gathering of the clan. This took place traditionally at Thanksgiving and Christmas at our house. The Fourth of July gathering took place at a park or someone’s camp. The cousins looked forward to the fun together. Thanksgiving meant the annual football game ...
RAVENA-COEYMANS -SELKIRK — The RCS Board of Education unanimously approved the adoption of the proposed 2026-27 school budget at its April 15 meeting.The $58,224,892 budget will go before the voters May 19 for final approval.The budget represents an increase of $1,265,444, or 2.22%, compared to the ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Somerset County Regional Farmers Market will open with several dozen vendors on Sunday, May 3 in the rear parking lot of Somerville Middle School at the corner of West High Street and Davenport Street.Free parking is on adjacent streets and nearby municipal lots.Managed by the ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Residents returning home to Piscataway’s Possumtown section were met with an unexpected visitor Thursday evening — a bear roaming through the neighborhood.According to a Rave emergency alert issued by Piscataway police, the bear was spotted and was last seen traveling along Bristol ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - The Chargers were back at the Spotswood High School Varsity Baseball Field on Thursday to complete the season series with Perth Amboy High School. Thursday's game was originally supposed to be played in Perth Amboy, but a last-minute switch brought it back to the Swamp.“It was the ...
CHATHAM--The Columbia Land Conservancy (CLC), the 40-year-old countywide land trust, has just issued its Plan to Conserve Columbia County, after gathering input from experts and individual and community stakeholders. CLC has already conserved more than 30,000 acres of land in the county through a ...