News
By TONY GALLOTTO
June 6, 2026
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Colonia High School senior Dylan Chiera is among 11 students honored for his academic, sports and community service achievements by the NJ Board of Education and state Education Commissioner.The 19-year-old Chiera is Middlesex County’s only student to be honored by state board ...
SHIP BOTTOM, NJ – The Ship Bottom Police Department is reporting the tragic passing of a Forked River man following a water rescue emergency on the afternoon of June 5, 2026.At approximately 2:28 PM, emergency personnel from the Ship Bottom Police Department, Ship Bottom Fire Department, and Surf ...
SHIP BOTTOM, NJ – The Ship Bottom Police Department is reporting the tragic passing of a Forked River man following a water rescue emergency on the afternoon of June 5, 2026.At approximately 2:28 PM, emergency personnel from the Ship Bottom Police Department, Ship Bottom Fire Department, and Surf ...
TRENTON, NJ — Lawmakers took another step Thursday toward forcing New Jersey’s proliferating data centers to submit semi-annual reports on electricity and water use.The measure, A4096, was unanimously approved by the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee, and would mandate reporting ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — Students, families, teachers and staff from schools across Middlesex County continue to make a major impact in the fight against food insecurity through their ongoing support of REPLENISH.During the 2025–2026 school year, 106 schools – including many in Carteret and Woodbridge – ...
What to Do If You’re Caught in a Rip CurrentAs beach season gets underway, safety officials are reminding swimmers to be aware of rip currents—powerful channels of water that can quickly pull even strong swimmers away from shore.Rip currents are responsible for the majority of surf rescues each ...
What to Do If You’re Caught in a Rip CurrentAs beach season gets underway, safety officials are reminding swimmers to be aware of rip currents—powerful channels of water that can quickly pull even strong swimmers away from shore.Rip currents are responsible for the majority of surf rescues each ...
POMPANO BEACH — A Pompano man has plead not guilty after being arrested in an incident last month for trying to buy lottery tickets and energy drinks with a counterfeit $100 bill - which the convenience store clerk promptly tore in half, authorities said.Wilder Mezius, 54, of SW 3rd Street in ...
WARREN, NJ — June 6 marks the 82nd anniversary of D-Day, the historic Allied invasion of Normandy during World War II that helped turn the tide against Nazi Germany and ultimately led to the liberation of Western Europe.On June 6, 1944, more than 160,000 Allied troops crossed the English Channel ...
WARREN, NJ — June 6 marks the 82nd anniversary of D-Day, the historic Allied invasion of Normandy during World War II that helped turn the tide against Nazi Germany and ultimately led to the liberation of Western Europe.On June 6, 1944, more than 160,000 Allied troops crossed the English Channel ...
TROY--The Russell Sage College chapter of Alpha Phi Sigma, the International Honor Society in Criminal Justice, welcomed 16 students at an induction ceremony on April 29, during the college's annual Undergraduate Research Day.The following local students were inducted: Victoria Burger, Copake, and ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ – A pack of Somerville police officers and staff from the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office escorted the Special Olympics Torch of Hope through the downtown shopping and restaurant district on Friday afternoon, June 6, marking the 43rd anniversary of the statewide event.They were ...
Somerset, NJ — Thousands of roses will be in bloom when the Somerset County Park Commission hosts its annual Rose Day Festival on Saturday, June 6, at the renowned Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden in Colonial Park.The free event, scheduled from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., celebrates one of Somerset ...
TRENTON, NJ — Lawmakers took another step Thursday toward forcing New Jersey’s proliferating data centers to submit semi-annual reports on electricity and water use.The measure, A4096, was unanimously approved by the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee, and would mandate reporting ...
THERE ARE CERTAIN wild animals that become part of your world so gradually that you do not notice, at first, how much space they have taken up in your life.Then one day they are gone, and everything feels different without them.That is how it was with Herman.A large and clearly older porcupine, he ...
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 ...
SCHOHARIE – Ninety Capital Region BOCES Career and Technical School students were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) on May 28, while an additional 33 students were recognized for meeting eligibility requirements for the second year.Those honored come from a cross section of ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Three students from Coconut Creek have earned National Merit Scholarships, joining hundreds of high school seniors selected for their academic performance and college attendance plans.The award announcement came this week, from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, which ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – A wrong-way driver accused of causing the April crash that killed the stepson of former Coral Springs Mayor Vincent Boccard has now been arrested and charged with DUI manslaughter, according to Broward County court records.Nicholas Addis, 36, was driving a 2025 gray Hyundai ...
TRENTON, NJ — Lawmakers took another step Thursday toward forcing New Jersey’s proliferating data centers to submit semi-annual reports on electricity and water use.The measure, A4096, was unanimously approved by the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee, and would mandate reporting ...
TRENTON, NJ — Lawmakers took another step Thursday toward forcing New Jersey’s proliferating data centers to submit semi-annual reports on electricity and water use.The measure, A4096, was unanimously approved by the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee, and would mandate reporting ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — Walter Li Kun Duralek, a religious school student at Temple Sholom in Scotch Plains, is collecting gently used sports equipment for Level the Playing Field.Duralek, a seventh grader, will become a bar mitzvah in June, and as part of his preparation to become a full member of the ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Boca Raton drew some substantial corporate donations for its centennial celebrations in 2025, generated nearly $17 million in economic activity and drew tens of thousands of people to city events, according to a recent report from City Manager Mark Sohaney.The city celebrated its ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ — Nearly 600 business leaders, entrepreneurs, nonprofit organizations and residents gathered at TD Bank Ballpark on June 4 for BizFest 2026, the annual business expo hosted by the Somerset County Business Partnership.The event, billed as Somerset County's only business expo and the ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Residents across Morristown and Morris Township joined outdoor enthusiasts nationwide on Saturday in celebrating National Trails Day, an annual event dedicated to promoting the use, enjoyment, and preservation of America's trail systems.Held each year on the first Saturday in June, ...
MADISON, NJ - Outdoor enthusiasts across the nation marked National Trails Day on Saturday, June 6, by exploring local trails, parks, and open spaces while celebrating the importance of preserving and maintaining public access to nature.Organized annually by the American Hiking Society, National ...
Milford, NJ – A series of exciting weekend entertainment, mixed with outdoor education, begins this Sunday, June 7th at Bobolink Dairy & Bakehouse at 369 Stamets Road. The “Farm to Fork” concert series begins with Celtic folk and rock by Na'Bodach tomorrow, from 3 pm to 6:30 pm. Concerts are ...
PATERSON, NJ - The Bangladeshi American Soccer League (BASL) will launch its 2026 season with a grand opening celebration on Saturday, June 6, at Pennington Park, bringing together players, families and fans for an evening of soccer, entertainment and community festivities.The event will begin with ...
RAHWAY, NJ — On Monday, June 1, student leaders from four Rahway elementary schools traded in their high-visibility safety belts for golf clubs. Safety Patrol members from Cleveland, Madison, Roosevelt, and Franklin Elementary Schools celebrated a year of hard work and dedication with an ...
CHESTER, NJ - Madison baseball's postseason run came to an end Friday afternoon as the fourth-seeded Dodgers fell to third-seeded West Morris, 12-1, in the 2026 NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 2, Group 2 championship game.West Morris wasted little time taking control, scoring three runs in the first ...