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By TONY GALLOTTO
May 1, 2026
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — The new $200 million Hackensack Meridian Health & Wellness Center is now officially open at Metropark in Iselin, billed as America’s first major transit hub with a host of onsite medical services readily available to thousands of rail commuters.Gov. Mikie Sherrill, NJ Transit ...
BEACH HAVEN, NJ – The "Generation Dream Team" at Beach Haven School recently proved that you're never too young to make a massive impact. The student-led group successfully completed their annual Lucky Gram fundraising effort, raising $386.00 to support families battling cancer.In a special ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Residents traveling through Mountainside in May might notice green ribbons tied around town — a visible reminder that mental health matters and that awareness begins close to home.The ribbons will be officially tied on May 1st by members of Borough Council and staff as part of a ...
MADISON, NJ - Superhero Day is coming to Madison on Saturday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., bringing family-friendly activities, local business participation and real-life first responders to downtown.Participants can join the hunt for the “Madison Menace,” who will be hiding in local businesses.
MADISON, NJ - Superhero Day is coming to Madison on Saturday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., bringing family-friendly activities, local business participation and real-life first responders to downtown.Participants can join the hunt for the “Madison Menace,” who will be hiding in local businesses.
HARD TO BELIEVE, but we do have small rodents related to lemmings. One of the abundant members of this group is the vole. I threw a handful of corn onto the lawn for the birds and saw some movement near a rock feature. A small mouse-like animal shot out to grab a kernel of corn and disappeared back ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - Recent reports about a new scam targeting residents is making the rounds, prompting the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office to issue a fraud alert on Thursday. The latest scam, which may appear in an unsolicited text, email or telephone call, relates to unpaid parking ...
ROSELLE/ELIZABETH, NJ — A man who worked as a school bus aide in Roselle is accused of sexually assaulting two children with autism who rode his bus.“The allegations in this case represent a profound betrayal of trust and a direct threat to the safety of our most vulnerable residents," Union County ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — South Brunswick school officials presented a final redistricting plan that will change school assignments for about 284 current kindergarten through fourth grade students beginning in September 2026, while keeping current sixth through 11th graders in their existing ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - Recent reports about a new scam targeting residents is making the rounds, prompting the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office to issue a fraud alert on Thursday. The latest scam, which may appear in an unsolicited text, email or telephone call, relates to unpaid parking ...
FLEMINGTON – The size of the Hunterdon Central Regional High School’s projected tax hike for the 2026-2027 school year was reduced to 2.27% from the previously projected 3%.Officials said that concerns raised at the board of education meeting March 23 where speakers from the public denounced its ...
SHIP BOTTOM — The highly anticipated debut of the brand-new Ship Bottom Municipal Building met an unexpected hurdle Thursday night. What was meant to be a pivotal hearing for the proposed "Salt Shack" development was abruptly postponed after the facility proved unable to accommodate the sheer ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ - Students in the Morris Plains area will be encouraged to walk, bike or roll to school as part of a community-wide event on Wednesday, May 7.The initiative, held in collaboration between the Morris Plains Police Department and local schools, promotes a healthy, active and ...
SHIP BOTTOM — The highly anticipated debut of the brand-new Ship Bottom Municipal Building met an unexpected hurdle Thursday night. What was meant to be a pivotal hearing for the proposed "Salt Shack" development was abruptly postponed after the facility proved unable to accommodate the sheer ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Residents, families and community groups are invited to take part in Morristown’s annual Spring Cleanup on Saturday, May 16.Hosted by the Morristown Clean Communities Program, the event will run from 9 a.m. to noon, with volunteers meeting at the Town Hall parking lot, located at ...
MADISON, NJ — Poolgoers can expect a refreshed food experience this summer as Firehouse has been named the official operator of the Barracuda Café.The café will be open daily during pool operating hours and will offer a range of food and beverage options designed to be quick, convenient and ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The 2026–2027 Bridgewater-Raritan school district budget is in the books.The Bridgewater-Raritan board of education approved the $193.9 million budget by a 7–1 vote April 28. The budget increased by 3.23% from 2025–2026, while the tax levy rose by 3.04%.The budget presentation was ...
MADISON, NJ — The Borough of Madison recognized May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month during the April 29 Borough Council meeting.The proclamation emphasized that mental health is an essential part of overall health and well-being and noted that one in two people experience a mental health ...
MADISON, NJ — Madison softball defeated Kittatinny, 6-4, on Thursday, April 30.The Dodgers (9-8) started fast, scoring three runs in the first inning and adding another in the second for a 4-0 lead. Kittatinny cut into the deficit with two runs in the third, but Madison answered with two runs in ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ — A five‑run first inning set the tone and a late four‑run surge sealed it as the Bridgewater‑Raritan High School softball team rolled to a 9–2 softball victory over Pingry on Thursday.Pingry (8–6) broke through with two runs in the fourth.Bridgewater‑Raritan’s lineup produced 11 ...
TOTOWA, NJ - The Borough of Totowa is recognizing May as Water Safety Month, highlighting the importance of swimming education, drowning prevention, and access to safe aquatic recreation as part of efforts to promote public health and community well-being.In a formal proclamation, the Borough of ...
PARKLAND, FL- May means summer is right around the corner, and graduation season is upon us. Graduates will be moving into the next stage of life and whether that is college, trade school, military service or joining our local work force, Broward County is here to support you. Broward County ...
Spring is in full bloom in Your Downtown! May will be here on Friday and with it the arrival of one of New Jersey's best seasonal attractions. RiverCenter is excited to invite you to the...BROADWALK KICK-OFFThe Borough of Red Bank will open its seasonal pedestrian plaza on Monday, May 11.
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — When he took the mound last Friday against Cedar Grove, Andrew Kruep brought new dimensions to the concept of efficiency.The junior right-hander pitched an eight-inning two-hitter and finally got the run support he needed after the teams were tied, 0-0, after seven innings. New ...
NEW JERSEY — The best marketing advice most business owners never hear is also the simplest: stop trying to reach everyone. Start reaching the right people.Yet too many local businesses continue to invest in broad digital platforms where their ideal customer might exist somewhere in an ...
Governor Livingston High School’s 4th Annual Jazz Festival returns on May 7, 2026! Doors open at 5:30 PM, with performances starting at 6:30 PM in the Governor Livingston Auditorium. $5 entrance fee for adults, students are free. What began as a vision by GLHS music teachers Mr. Josef Ellis and ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Board of Education voted Monday night to approve contracts for two major facilities upgrades, authorizing new turf field installations at both Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School and Jonathan Dayton High School.The two contracts carry a combined price tag of ...
HARLEMVILLE—Celebrate the return of spring at Hawthorne Valley Waldorf School's May Day Celebration and Spring Fair—a joyful day of music, dancing, games, and community for all ages, May 2, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.The festivities at 330 County Route 21C, include traditional May Day dancing and live music, ...
ELIZABETH, NJ - A celebration of culture, history, and community spirit took center stage in Elizabeth as Elizabeth Portugal Day's pageant honored Portugal’s rich heritage with a meaningful theme inspired by Dia da Liberdade, or the Day of Freedom.Held on April 25, 2025, the event paid tribute to ...
VERONA, NJ - Families in Verona are invited to cast a line and enjoy an evening outdoors as part of Essex County’s 2026 Fishing Derbies, a series of free events held throughout the county park system.Led by Joseph N. DiVincenzo Jr. and the Essex County Department of Parks Recreation, and Cultural ...