News

May 31, 2026

BAYONNE, NJ - A nearly 30-year-old murder mystery appears to have been solved, Hudson County Prosecutor Wayne Mello announced.According to Mello, Joseph Quiros-Soto, 62, a Georgia resident, has been charged with Murder in connection with a cold-case homicide that occurred in Bayonne in 1989.  On ...

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CLARK, NJ — The monthly senior citizens meeting will be held on Thursday, June 4.The meeting will begin at noon and will take place in the Clark Recreation Department, located at 430 Westfield Ave.See the Township of Clark's announcement about the meeting by clicking here.[Don’t miss any TAPinto ...

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HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - A $420,00 grant from the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority would be used to undertake a Hudson County School Zone Safety Study.According to the application, Hudson County officials are seeking to determine the circulation and safety needs of schools located on ...

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Memorial Day was almost a week ago now, but I was just reminded of the story of the Four Chaplains today. I first published this story three years ago on the 80th anniversary, and I thought that perhaps readers would appreciate it still. It remains one of my favorite things I've written.KEARNY, ...

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HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - A $420,00 grant from the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority would be used to undertake a Hudson County School Zone Safety Study.According to the application, Hudson County officials are seeking to determine the circulation and safety needs of schools located on ...

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Memorial Day was almost a week ago now, but I was just reminded of the story of the Four Chaplains today. I first published this story three years ago on the 80th anniversary, and I thought that perhaps readers would appreciate it still. It remains one of my favorite things I've written.KEARNY, ...

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TRENTON, NJ — Complaints from FIFA World Cup fans about ticket prices and switched seats prompted NJ Attorney General Jennifer Davenport to join New York Attorney General Letitia James for a dual-investigation into event practices.Eight 2026 FIFA World Cup matches are to begin on Saturday, June ...

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HILLSDALE—The Roe Jan community is invited to a special community presentation hosted by Fairview Hospital at the new Herrington's Kitchen and Bath Design Center, 312 White Hill Lane, Hillsdale, Thursday, June 4 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. for an informative presentation sharing exciting news about the ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Girls on the Run celebrated its 25th anniversary of empowering young women Sunday hosting a 5K run that attracted a crowd of 1,200 runners and walkers and a few adults pushing baby carriages - including Mayor Brian Gallagher with his granddaughter and grandson onboard.Donna York, ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ — Girls across Middlesex County will have an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of one of the nation's fastest-growing sports at a free flag football introductory clinic hosted by the YMCA at the Piscataway Community Center on Friday, June 5 from 6:00–8:00 p.m.The clinic is open ...

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 TRENTON, NJ - The Trenton Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old Celena Garcia.Described as a light-skinned Hispanic female, Celena was last seen on Friday evening wearing  black t-shirt, gray shorts, and sneakers. Celena is 5’2”, 110 pounds and has a black ...

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HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Three Hightstown High School juniors Rocket League Team have clinched the  Group III Conference State Championship in the Garden State eSports (GSE) state finals. Ranked #2 in their bracket, teammates Ruben A., Tomas C., and Hy'Amovi P. competing in the High School Rocket League ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—One of the Central Bucks Regional Police Department’s K9 officers is getting a bulletproof vest courtesy of a foundation created to protect canine officers.K9 Officer Granite will receive a vest that repels not only bullets but stabs thanks to the nonprofit organization Vested ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ — June is set to arrive with a stretch of pleasant weather across Piscataway, bringing sunshine, seasonable temperatures and only a few opportunities for rain during the first full week of the month.According to AccuWeather, residents can expect a generally dry start to the week from ...

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NEW JERSEY - Garden State residents aren't strangers to traffic, whether it's a morning commute up Route 18 North or heading to and from work along Route 287 or driving on the Turnpike or Parkway in either direction. It doesn't matter what part of the state either. North, Central or South Jersey, ...

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Fill your crudités platters with vegetables grown in your own garden and containers. Arrange the raw vegetables neatly on a platter or board and add a homemade dip seasoned with fresh herbs. Your family and guests are sure to enjoy the selection and fresh flavor.Look for opportunities to grow and ...

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EDISON, NJ - The Council will hear an ordinance to lease the property at 922 Amboy Avenue for municipal purposes and community events. The ordinance was proposed during the May 20 meeting and will be up for a public hearing at the June 10 meeting.According to the ordinance, the township would lease ...

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Princeton, NJ — “Photography is an adventure just as life is an adventure.” ~ Harry CallahanThe quote from photographer Harry Callahan (not to be confused with the same-named fictional San Francisco detective made popular by Clint Eastwood in movies like “Dirty Harry” and “Magnum Force”) perfectly ...

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Princeton, NJ — “Photography is an adventure just as life is an adventure.” ~ Harry CallahanThe quote from photographer Harry Callahan (not to be confused with the same-named fictional San Francisco detective made popular by Clint Eastwood in movies like “Dirty Harry” and “Magnum Force”) perfectly ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Girls on the Run celebrated its 25th anniversary of empowering young women Sunday hosting a 5K run that attracted a crowd of 1,200 runners and walkers and a few adults pushing baby carriages - including Mayor Brian Gallagher with his granddaughter and grandson onboard.Donna York, ...

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Denville, NJ - Behind a masterful performance in the circle from Kayla Doyle and a balanced offensive attack, Morris Knolls continued its postseason march with a convincing 7-0 victory over West Orange in the quarterfinal round of the NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 1, Group 4 Tournament on Thursday ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Part of the aging shopping center at the northwest corner of University Drive and Sample Road in Coral Springs is expected to be demolished as part of the first phase of the City Village redevelopment project, which is slated to begin construction later this year.According to a ...

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Wharton, NJ - If you walk past the eighth-grade social studies wing at MacKinnon Middle School these days, you might hear a student arguing with an ancient philosopher or asking a question to a  Roman Emperor. No, it’s not a séance, it’s the future of the classroom.Local teacher Mark Whitney is ...

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MADISON, NJ -  A 26-year-old Madison resident has been charged with assaulting federal officers and causing bodily injury during a demonstration outside an immigration detention facility in Newark, according to federal authorities.The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey announced ...

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RANDOLPH, NJ: County College of Morris (CCM) celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2026 during its 57th Commencement Ceremony at the William G. Mennen Sports Arena in Morristown on Thursday, May 21. The ceremony commemorated the awarding of associate degrees and certificates of achievement ...

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HOBOKEN, NJ - The Puerto Rican Culture Committee of Hoboken is inviting the community to celebrate Puerto Rican Week 2026 by attending and participating in a number of events kicking off on Tuesday, June 9.“Puerto Rican Week is a celebration of our culture, heritage, music, dance, and community ...

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CHATHAM--Chatham High School (CHS) welcomed 20 students into its National Honor Society chapter during an induction ceremony held in the CHS auditorium the evening of May 18. In order to be eligible for National Honor Society, these students have demonstrated outstanding qualities in the areas of ...

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PARKLAND, FL- Walk through the hallways of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, and one is likely to observe that the entire school is built on the foundation of community. For Gabriela Prochilo, an MSD alum from the Class of 2011 and current Reading Coach, that foundation has come full circle.

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MADISON, NJ -  A 26-year-old Madison resident has been charged with assaulting federal officers and causing bodily injury during a demonstration outside an immigration detention facility in Newark, according to federal authorities.The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey announced ...

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PATERSON, NJ - The Passaic County Board of County Commissioners is recommending $350,000 in funding for park improvements and historic preservation projects in Paterson as part of its 2026 Open Space, Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund Program.Among the projects recommended for funding ...

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