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By RYAN LOMBARDI
April 13, 2026
ST. BONAVENTURE, NY — The university's men’s basketball has secured its first major additions of the offseason, bringing in a pair of former Daemen University standouts who played key roles in the Wildcats’ 2026 Division II Elite Eight run.The Bonnies added Benjamin Bill and Zach Philipkoski, both ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — The Jewish Federation of West - Central NJ, Jewish Family, Service of Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties, the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center, and 12 additional local organizations will collaborate on a Yom HaShoah Memorial Service and Candle Lighting hosted ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — As part of the borough’s dual celebration of its 150th anniversary and the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary, the Sayreville Historical Society is inviting residents to take part in a unique and meaningful tribute to American history.The Society has created a commemorative scroll ...
HUDSON—The Hudson Valley Interfaith Circle invites all to hear award winning Quaker speaker, author and leader in spiritually-based activism, Eileen Flanagan, discuss her new book at the First Presbyterian Church of Hudson, 369 Warren Street, April 14, 7 to 8:30 p.m.The book is called, "Common ...
SPARTA, NJ – A water main repair may cause disruptions in water service for residents on Fairway Trail, according to township officials. The repair is scheduled for Tuesday, April 14. Residents on Fairway Trail can expect construction-related traffic.
MADISON, NJ — The basketball and pickleball courts at the Madison Recreation Complex are closed on Monday, April 13, due to maintenance work, announced borough officials. According to an advisory, the temporary closure is necessary to allow for repairs to the court lighting system. Officials ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ – The Union County Prosecutor’s Office has released some details about the Saturday night shooting at the Chick-fil-A on Route 22 in Union.Prosecutors say while no arrests have been made at this time, the preliminary investigation reveals that the incident does not appear to be a ...
MILLBURN, NJ – April 13, 2026 – Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee, Producing Artistic Director; Mike Stotts, Executive Director) proudly announces the Grand Opening of the newly renovated Carriage House restaurant and event space on May 6, 2026, unveiling an exciting new culinary direction ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg Town Council convened April 7 for a work session focused primarily on the proposed 2026 municipal budget and a related salary ordinance, with officials emphasizing financial constraints driven by rising fixed costs. During the discussion, council members and ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Certain Hightstown Borough customers may be impacted by fire hydrant flushing that is slated to occur on Tuesday, April 14. The work is part of standard spring water hydrant flushing. When the hydrant flushing is happening, water service on the streets and surrounding areas may be ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Residents planning to vote in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District Special General Election on April 16 are being reminded that early voting will run from Monday, April 6 through Tuesday, April 14. The Special General Election will take place on Thursday April 16. The ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Morris County is set for a stretch of warm, summerlike weather this week, with temperatures climbing into the 80s and only a few chances for showers and thunderstorms.Monday is mostly cloudy with a high near 77. Southwest winds of 10 to 15 mph could gust as high as 30 mph, ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ – The Union County Prosecutor’s Office has released some details about the Saturday night shooting at the Chick-fil-A on Route 22 in Union.Prosecutors say while no arrests have been made at this time, the preliminary investigation reveals that the incident does not appear to be a ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ — Four juveniles were taken into custody for burglary on Wednesday night after they were found in possession of approximately $100,000 worth of jewelry from the Macy’s department store located at the Livingston Mall. Livingston police responded to the mall at approximately 11:17 p.m.
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Residents are invited to give back and reduce waste at Stafford Township’s upcoming Second Chance Toy Drive, an initiative aimed at keeping gently used toys out of landfills while helping local families.The event, organized by Stafford Township’s Green Team, will take place over ...
UNION, N.J. — Authorities have identified the man killed in a shooting Saturday night at a Chick-fil-A on Route 22 as Malek Shepherd, 23, of New York City.According to the Union Police Department and the Union County Prosecutor’s Office, officers responding to reports of gunfire at the Chick-fil-A ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Residents are invited to give back and reduce waste at Stafford Township’s upcoming Second Chance Toy Drive, an initiative aimed at keeping gently used toys out of landfills while helping local families.The event, organized by Stafford Township’s Green Team, will take place over ...
ROXBURY, NJ — A federal judge has set a May 12 hearing on Roxbury’s request to halt a proposed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility, as town and state officials seek a ruling before the project can begin, possibly as early as May 28.The May 28 date was mentioned in ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ – Sophie Rothfeld scored three runs and led an eight-hit attack that helped carry Livingston to a 9-6 softball victory over West Morris on Monday.Rothfeld went 2-for-4 with a double and two runs batted in for Livingston (3-3), which scored four runs in the bottom of the sixth inning ...
KEARNY, NJ –Assemblyman Jerry Walker will host mobile office hours at Kearny Town Hall, 402 Kearny Avenue, on Wednesday, April 15.The mobile office, set up to provide residents of the 31st Legislative District with direct access to state-level assistance and resources, will run from 9:00 a.m. until ...
WHIPPANY, NJ — The Calais School invites the public to its 10th Annual Transition Fair on Thursday, April 16, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 45 Highland Avenue in Whippany. This in-person event supports students and young adults with disabilities — and the families, caregivers, and professionals ...
KEARNY, NJ –Assemblyman Jerry Walker will host mobile office hours at Kearny Town Hall, 402 Kearny Avenue, on Wednesday, April 15.The mobile office, set up to provide residents of the 31st Legislative District with direct access to state-level assistance and resources, will run from 9:00 a.m. until ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — Felina, an acclaimed Italian restaurant with locations in Summit and Ridgewood, will be opening at 226 Park Ave in Plainfield. Built by Landmark Hospitality, it will be an adaptive reuse of the former Courier News building.“Felina’s arrival in Plainfield marks another important ...
PATERSON, NJ - A judge has dismissed all charges against Third Ward Councilman and Mayoral Candidate Alex Mendez in a long-running voter fraud case tied to the 2020 Paterson municipal election, according to statements made by Mendez following the court decision.Mendez announced the dismissal ...
PATERSON, NJ - For Jerome Alexander, mentoring young people in Paterson isn’t just a passion—it’s personal.His journey took shape in part through the Paterson Healing Collective (PHC), a community-based organization focused on healing, mentorship, and breaking cycles of violence. After joining one ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - Robbinsville Township is seeking applicants for a full-time administrative assistant position in the Township Clerk’s Office, officials announced in a recent job posting.The position, which also serves as Alternate Deputy Registrar of Vital Statistics, carries a salary range of ...
BERGEN COUNTY, NJ — Have any unused, unwanted or expired medications that need to be disposed of? Check out this upcoming event! Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, in collaboration with the County Board of Commissioners, Prosecutor's Office and Department of Health Services, are recognizing ...
HAMILTON, NJ - An 18-year-old Lakewood man was killed early Sunday when the car he was traveling in as a passenger reportedly crossed in front of a US Postal Service tractor trailer on Rt. 130, law enforcement officials have announced. According to the preliminary investigation, the crash took ...
NORTH CHATHAM--North Chatham Free Library (NCFL) announces a free screening of “Borderland: The Line Within” followed by a Q&A with filmmakers Pamela Yates and Paco de Onis on April 19 at 3 p.m. This event is located at the Trolley Station, 103 Depot Street.“Borderland” explores the human ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Congressman Tom Kean Jr. (NJ-07) has submitted a $4 million Community Project Funding request to the House Appropriations Committee on behalf of Berkeley Heights and a coalition of Passaic River towns, seeking federal dollars to clear debris-clogged waterways and reduce the ...