News
By DAVID RUTHERFORD
April 15, 2026
PLAINFIELD, NJ — The City of Plainfield raised a flag in honor of Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, which is recognized nationally in April. The program was hosted by Police Director James Abney.“In New Jersey, the autism prevalence rate is currently 1 in 29,” said Director Abney. “This means ...
MADISON, NJ — Finn Dwyer scored six goals and added two assists as Madison turned in a dominant performance on Monday, defeating Livingston, 15-3, in boys lacrosse action.Madison took control immediately, scoring seven goals in the first quarter while holding Livingston scoreless. The Dodgers added ...
HACKENSACK, NJ - Following the tremendous success and strong turnout of its first-ever Main Street Bar Crawl, the Downtown Hackensack Main Street Business Alliance is keeping the momentum going with its next can’t-miss event.Introducing the “Tacos and Tequila – Cinco de Mayo Bar Crawl,” set to take ...
EDISON, NJ - The Edison Fire Department responded to a structure fire at an apartment building, located at 18 Judson Street, on Wednesday at 10:20 AM. According to Mayor Joshi, three families have been displaced, and one firefighter was injured. The firefighter sustained non-life-threatening ...
NEW JERSEY — In 2026, feeling “broke” isn’t always about what’s in your bank account — it’s about the small, everyday habits quietly shaping how people spend, save, and get by.From refreshing banking apps like social media feeds to sneaking snacks into the movies, a new survey reveals that New ...
A school play was presented in Granville, as reported in this news item in the April 16, 1926 issue of the Granville Sentinel: "The senior class of the Granville high school presented 'The Boomerang', under the direction of Miriam Everts, at the Pember opera house Wednesday evening of last week to ...
ROXBURY, NJ — A coalition of environmental groups and Roxbury residents has joined the legal fight to stop a proposed immigration detention facility in the township, warning the project could harm drinking water, wildlife habitat, public health and local infrastructure.The groups on April 14 filed ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - The Middlesex County Department of Community Services is seeking residents’ input regarding how its services and programs meet the needs of the community. Community input is vital for identifying community strengths, service gaps, and areas for improvement, ensuring all ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - South Plainfield High School's golf team returned to action on Tuesday, hosting Edison High School at the West Nine Golf Course. Tuesday afternoon was a picture-perfect for a round of golf with temperatures in the 80s. The Tigers put together their third consecutive victory, ...
NORTHERN NJ - For the past six years, it has been the pleasure of Good Shepherd Church in Glen Rock to honor local police departments and EMS in a service dedicated to Them. This year's service was held on Sunday, April 12.“It is so important to honor our First Responders, and it is our distinct ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – When Hightstown Borough voters head to the polls for the Primary Election, they will be able to select candidates for mayor and two council members. However, they will have limited choices to make with only Democratic Party candidates have placed themselves on the ballot for ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — Are you a creative person who'd like to help beautify Bordentown City's downtown in time for Spring? The Bordentown City Creative Team has a perfect endeavor for you.The Creative Team is seeking entries for its latest initiative, "What's a Birdhouse?", which invites residents ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mark your calendars for Mount Laurel Township's Shred Event, happening on Saturday, April 25.The Shred Event will be held from 9AM to 12PM at the Mount Laurel Municipal Building, located at 750 Centerton Road.The event will help protect you and your family from identity theft, ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - The Special Election Day for the 11th Congressional District is tomorrow, Thursday, April 16. Voters will be voting to elect a representative to fill Mikie Sherrill's vacant seat.Candidates are:Republican Joe HathawayDemocrat Analilia MejiaIndependent Alan BondVoters can vote ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - A borough woman was arrested on several charges, including arson and aggravated assault in early April.On Friday, April 10, Hasbrouck Heights officers were dispatched to a residence in the borough on a report of a 26-year-old female acting erratically. She had reportedly lit ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - The Special Election Day for the 11th Congressional District is tomorrow, Thursday, April 16. Voters will be voting to elect a representative to fill Mikie Sherrill's vacant seat.Candidates are:Republican Joe HathawayDemocrat Analilia MejiaIndependent Alan BondVoters can vote ...
CAMBRIDGE, NY- Hubbard Hall Theater Company is proud to announce the cast, creative team, and community engagement Initiatives for its upcoming production of Fefu and Her Friends, running May 1–10, 2026.Both funny and unsettling, Fefu and Her Friends unfolds as a reunion among eight women at Fefu’s ...
GREENWICH — The oldest bookstore in the Capital Region, Owl Pen Books, will reopen for its 66th season on Saturday, April 25 at 11 a.m., coinciding with Independent Bookstore Day.Book and music lovers are encouraged to browse an inventory of nearly 100,000 used, rare and antiquarian books, prints ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Berkeley Heights Township has been awarded a $10,000 No Accident Today safety incentive from the Garden State Municipal Joint Insurance Fund (GSMJIF), recognizing the Township’s continued commitment to proactive safety practices and effective risk management.The incentive ...
Good Morning! With the Border Country Sports Report, I’m Keith Harrington. Castleton Softball Splits Doubleheader with PlymouthWhitehall’s Madison Gould was impressive once again as Vermont State University Castleton split a college softball doubleheader with Plymouth State.The Spartans won the ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — A thief grabbed a bike from a front lawn, and a backpack was taken from Kehler Stadium last week, Westfield Police said on Tuesday.On April 11, a resident of Fair Hill Drive reported the theft of a bicycle from her front lawn, police said.“Security footage shows a gray minivan back ...
SUMMIT, NJ — A century after opening its doors, Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child is looking ahead, celebrating its 100th anniversary Wednesday with a groundbreaking ceremony for its “Second Century” campus.Held on a picture-perfect day in Summit, the event brought together students, parents, ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—The Central Bucks School Board hired Joanna Wexler, PhD, as its new superintendent at a special board meeting on Tuesday night.Wexler brings 29 years of experience in education to the state’s third-largest school district. She is leaving the Great Valley School District in Malvern, ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — The Plainfield City Council on Monday voted unanimously to approve 30-minute parking for part of the block of East Front Street near Park Avenue in efforts to free up parking for downtown businesses.Ordinance MC 2026-11, if approved on second reading and final passage, would ...
KENILWORTH, NJ – Alex Skwarek drove in four runs to lead Brearley to a 10-9 baseball victory over Dayton on Tuesday.Tyler Fuscaldo went 3-for-4 with a double and two runs batted in for Dayton (1-7).Jackson Babiarz scored three runs for the Bulldogs and went 2-for-4. Marcus Garrod had two hits and ...
It all started with Herman.We have shared our home here in the foothills of the Catskills with many a porcupine over the two decades we’ve lived here. But those were always fleeting visits. They were passing through. Never had we gotten to know one like Herman.In the summer of 2024, an injured ...
WEST FORT ANN — The West Fort Ann United Methodist Church on Copeland Pond Road will host a chicken barbecue on Saturday, April 25, from noon to 2 p.m.The event will be takeout only. Meals include a half chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, roll and pie for dessert. The cost is $18.For more ...
WARREN, NJ — Warren Township residents are being advised of upcoming roadway paving improvements set to begin on or about April 20, 2026, along portions of Mountain View Road and King George Road.According to township officials, the project will include paving on Mountain View Road between 15 ...
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — The North Plainfield Youth Sports Association (NPYSA) proudly honored the 1996 State Championship Baseball Team with induction into the North Plainfield Hall of Fame, celebrating a group widely regarded as the greatest Canuck team of all time.Nearly the entire roster of the ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Roselle Park is counting on volunteers to help clean up the borough this weekend.The annual spring cleanup returns on Saturday, April 18, starting at 10 a.m.Volunteers will meet at the Casano Community Center and then head to their designated cleanup areas.Participants can expect ...