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By DAWN MILLER
April 14, 2026
RAMONA, OK - Last week was a huge one for East Brunswick High School alumnus Sam Mattis. Mattis took down a 45-year-old United States Track and Field record set by American Ben Plucknett in Sweden in 1981. Plucknett's record-setting discus throw was 237-4. Mattis, competing at the Oklahoma Throws ...
NEW JERSEY — Consumers are being urged to stop using a recalled Morovan gel nail polish remover after the product was found to contain methylene chloride and chloroform, two hazardous substances prohibited in cosmetic products. The company announcement was dated April 9, and the recall was ...
UNION, N.J. — Police are investigating a serious motor vehicle crash Tuesday morning at the intersection of Morris Avenue and Kean Drive that left three children injured, one with life-threatening injuries.According to the Union Police Department, the crash occurred at approximately 8:58 a.m. when ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway High School (RHS) Performing Arts program is putting on its production of In the Heights this weekend. In support of the upcoming show, the high school has collaborated with the Rahway Public Library and RHS's CLAW (Children Learning About Work) students on a window display ...
MADISON, NJ — Preparations are underway for the opening of the Madison Community Pool, with borough officials outlining a series of upgrades, repairs and staffing efforts ahead of the 2026 season.The pool is scheduled to open on Saturday, May 23.According to officials, the facility has recently ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The Dionne Warwick Institute of Economics and Entrepreneurship marked a historic milestone on March 31, as students, staff, city officials, and community members gathered for a special ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the school’s newly renovated auditorium — a ...
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP - Last night, the Neptune Township Committee voted to hire former Committeeman James Manning to the position of Business Administrator, a position currently held by Acting B.A. Stephanie Oppegaard. The resolution was passed by majority vote, with Mayor McMillan, Committeeman Rob ...
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ — The United States Department of Justice has filed a federal lawsuit against Morris Township, challenging a local ordinance that prohibits the use of natural gas and other fossil fuel infrastructure in certain new residential developments.The complaint, filed March 31 in U.S.
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The Dionne Warwick Institute of Economics and Entrepreneurship marked a historic milestone on March 31, as students, staff, city officials, and community members gathered for a special ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the school’s newly renovated auditorium — a ...
When the headlines are heavy, a lot of people quietly make the same deal with themselves: I will go after my dream later. Later, when the world settles down. Later, when things feel safer. Later, when the noise dies down. It sounds responsible. It sounds mature. It can also become a slow, ...
GREENE COUNTY — The Greenville Pioneer is proud to announce the launch of its new standalone website, TheGreenvillePioneer.com, marking an important step forward in expanding access to trusted local journalism.Previously hosted as part of NYVTmedia.com, the Greenville Pioneer’s website content will ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Rabbi Esther Reed, who played a central role in the opening of Rutgers Hillel’s Halpern House nine years ago and has supported generations of Jewish students at Rutgers, will be leaving after nearly 25 years of service.The organization that serves as the hub of Jewish life at ...
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 ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Five Central Bucks students earned top honors at a regional science fair earlier this month, qualifying them to move onto an even more prestigious competition in May.The students won big at the Delaware Valley Science Fair (DVSF), which was held from March 31-April 2 at the Greater ...
CLARK, NJ — A family desperate to find its missing dog believes he may have last been seen in Clark.Trouble is a small, all-white Maltese/Shih Tzu mix, an older dog that takes medication.Meredith Davis posted on the Facebook page, Clark Neighbors, earlier today, Tuesday, April 14, the ...
WAYNE, NJ — During its April 9, 2026 Board of Education Public Works Session, the board voted to abolish four sexual harassment policies in order to make way for a new sexual harassment policy and regulation for staff. Policy 1552, introduced during this meeting, begins with: “The Board of ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The Dionne Warwick Institute of Economics and Entrepreneurship marked a historic milestone on March 31, as students, staff, city officials, and community members gathered for a special ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the school’s newly renovated auditorium — a ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - There's always been a fascination of big trucks and emergency vehicles our ‘finest’ and ‘bravest’ use to assist the public and keep them safe. This is why “Touch-a-Truck” remains popular.Glen Rock held its annual spring Touch-a-Truck event on April 12, 2026. While parents and little ...
MELBOURNE, FL – The East Coast Zoological Foundation will break ground on Bowen Aquarium on Dec. 2, 2026, the organization announced Tuesday, as it moves toward starting construction later this year on the 14-acre Port Canaveral campus.The foundation, the parent organization of Brevard Zoo, will ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Middlesex County intends to move hundreds of employees into an eight-story office building that will be constructed between New and Redmond streets.The New Brunswick Planning Board voted 8-0 at Monday night’s meeting to approve Ocean County-based development firm AST’s plan to build ...
The Middlesex County Department of Community Services is seeking residents’ input regarding how its services and programs meet the community's needs. Community input is vital for identifying community strengths, service gaps, and areas for improvement, ensuring all residents have access to the ...
The RCS Ravens baseball team played their second Colonial Council contest Friday against the Troy Flying Horses.It was a delightfully warm spring day with a stiff breeze. Pieter B. Coeymans Field was mowed for the first time of the season and was looking amazing for the first pitch. Troy’s season ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - April was recognized as National Donate Life Month in the Township of Little Falls, highlighting the importance of organ and tissue donation and raising awareness about the need for registered donors.“Realizing the urgent need for organ and tissue donors across the country, ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - The Robbinsville Township Police Department is now accepting applications for its 2026 Youth Police Academy, a weeklong summer program designed to give middle school students hands-on experience with law enforcement training and operations.The program, scheduled for Aug. 24–28, ...
TOTOWA, NJ - The Totowa Community Pool will open for the 2026 season on June 20, 2026, the Borough of Totowa announced.“We are looking forward to a great summer!” the borough said.The community pool is open exclusively to Totowa residents, continuing its membership-based access policy.Guest passes ...
UNION, N.J. — Police are investigating a serious motor vehicle crash Tuesday morning at the intersection of Morris Avenue and Kean Drive that left three children injured, one with life-threatening injuries.According to the Union Police Department, the crash occurred at approximately 8:58 a.m. when ...
PATERSON, NJ - City officials, community leaders and advocates gathered Tuesday in Paterson to mark Gun Violence Awareness Day and launch the city’s participation in the national Wear Orange movement.Mayor Andre Sayegh joined members of Moms Demand Action and local organizations for a proclamation ...
CEDAR GROVE, NJ - The Cedar Grove Softball Team snapped its seven-game losing streak on Monday, defeating St. Mary (Ruth.) 5-4 for their first victory of the season. Resilience was the name of the game for the Panthers in this contest. Facing a 4-1 deficit following the third inning, Cedar Grove ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — During the early morning hours of Monday, April 13, 2026, the South OrangePolice Department interrupted an attempted residential burglary on Montrose Avenue, resulting in thearrest of an 18-year-old Newark resident.At approximately 4:55 a.m., an officer conducting patrol in the ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The Hightstown Borough recently approved a pair of resolutions that would extend shared services agreements for municipal court and emergency first aid services with Robbinsville Township. Under the first resolution, Hightstown and Robbinsville Municipal courts will share ...