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By DAVID BRIGHOUSE
April 12, 2026
RAHWAY, NJ — A GoFundMe page is currently raising money for a Rahway police officer who, along with his wife, young child, and dog, lost almost everything in a destructive house fire in Howell.The fundraiser notes, “This family has always been there to help others—both in their professional roles ...
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 ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ —The township police union – PBA Local 38 – is leading community efforts to raise money for a 29-year-old police officer diagnosed with advanced lymphoma and sidelined as he undergoes medical treatment.Officer Christopher M. Handville was diagnosed with advanced Stage 4 Lymphom and ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Drivers in Summit should plan for delays this week as utility work is set to impact several major roads and neighborhoods, including heavily traveled stretches of Springfield Avenue.According to an advisory from the Summit Police Department, road work will continue through Friday, ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ – For Yustina Alexander-Himlan, art has always been more than a hobby. It has been a lifelong passion that has grown into a full-time career transforming local businesses across the area.A lifelong resident of Fanwood and a 2018 graduate of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High ...
NEWARK - Phase 2 of the Greater Newark Conservancy's Education Building at 32 Prince St. will be completed this spring – marking a major milestone in the transformation of one of the nation’s oldest surviving synagogue structures. Construction of the final phase is scheduled to start in 2027. Once ...
HUDSON--In conjunction with their current exhibit, Patriots of Hudson in the Revolutionary War, the Hudson Area Library History Room staff are offering a teacher workshop on Tuesday, April 28, from 4 to7 p.m. cosponsored by the Greater Capital Region Teacher Center – with 3 credits of Continuing ...
After record collections the last two years, on Saturday, April 25 the local Cub Scout packs 141 and 142 and Boy Scout troops 147 and for the first time troop 22 will be conducting their annual food drive for the Nutley Food Pantry, which is at the Nutley Family Service Bureau Annex, 169 Chestnut ...
NEWARK - Phase 2 of the Greater Newark Conservancy's Education Building at 32 Prince St. will be completed this spring – marking a major milestone in the transformation of one of the nation’s oldest surviving synagogue structures. Construction of the final phase is scheduled to start in 2027. Once ...
PARAMUS, NJ - A trip to Bergen County Zoo makes for a fantastic fun-filled half-day trip for those with littles. The zoo is nestled inside Van Saun County Park at 216 Forest Avenue in Paramus, New Jersey. Yes, there's parking. Lots of it and it's free.When you arrive simply follow the signs or the ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Did you miss this past week's top stories? Catch up on what you missed in the links below. The top ten are posted by the page views of the week, according to Google Analytics.Kenilworth Rec 2026 Egg Hunt: Beaming Smiles & 8,000 Eggs Gone in 2 MinutesKenilworth Recap: Harding ...
CLARK, NJ — Congratulations to William Helm and Michael Triola, two Clark residents recently recognized by Mayor Angel Albanese for more than a quarter-century of combined service to the Township of Clark.The mayor presented proclamations to both men.William Helm, the Township recently reported, ...
OCEANPORT, NJ - A major redevelopment plan for Monmouth Park that includes a hotel, sports complex, and nearly 500 residential units is drawing growing opposition from local residents, who say the housing expansion would worsen traffic and move forward with little public input.The New Jersey Sports ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP — Mayor Robert Henken and the Stafford Township Council officially introduced the 2026 Municipal Budget during their meeting on March 31, 2026. The proposed spending plan, which totals $64,060,748.80 for the general fund, aims to balance community investment with fiscal ...
CLARK, N.J. — Governor Livingston’s historic 40-game winning streak came to an end Saturday as the Highlanders fell 2-1 to Arthur L. Johnson High School on a ninth-inning walk-off at Johnson High School.In a tightly played pitchers’ duel that featured both mistakes and highlight-reel moments, ...
ROXBURY, NJ - U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr., R-7, who represents Roxbury but has been criticized by local officials for lack of engagement when it comes to a proposed federal immigration detention center in Ledgewood, has asked newly confirmed Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin to more deeply ...
Linden, NJ — This Week at #lindenpubliclibrary for April 13th-April 18thMon, 4/13 - ** Read to a Dog Children's Program @ 4 PMMon, 4/13 - ** Berry Crumble Teen Program @ 4 PMTues, 4/14 - Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, 4/14 - Movie: John Adams (Episodes 3-5) @ 1 PMWed, 4/15 - Project Healthy Bones @ 10 ...
NEWARK — One in four city residents experience food insecurity, according to the Greater Newark Conservancy, with barriers to fresh, affordable food access still persisting far after the COVID pandemic. To reach residents in high-traffic areas who are struggling with food insecurity, United ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The long-anticipated restoration of the Paramount Theater took a significant step forward this week, as the Mayor and City Council approved a resolution authorizing the next phase of construction on the historic boardwalk landmark.The vote clears the way for Phase II of the $11.7 ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The long-anticipated restoration of the Paramount Theater took a significant step forward this week, as the Mayor and City Council approved a resolution authorizing the next phase of construction on the historic boardwalk landmark.The vote clears the way for Phase II of the $11.7 ...
PARKLAND, FL- The Parkland Library will be hosting a Japanese cultural event this week. An “Introduction to Japanese Music” will be held in partnership with Morikami Museum and Gardens of Delray Beach. The event will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the Parkland Library.According ...
NEPTUNE CITY - Riverdale and Locust will be re-paved the week beginning tomorrow, Monday, April 13.Residents should expect delays during school drop off/pick up and are asked to plan an alternative route.
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 ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Township residents and drivers are being advised by the East Brunswick Police Department to avoid the area of Old Bridge Turnpike at the intersection of West Ferris Street on Sunday, April 12 because of a downed pole and wires. The EBPD is not sure how long this area of the ...
Madison High School will be filled with music the evening of Saturday, April 25, 2026 as students share their musical talents with audiences during the 36th annual Dessert & Jazz fundraiser for Madison Music & Arts. About 140 high school and junior school students will sing and play jazz ...
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 ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – In the aftermath of the shooting at the Route 22 Chick-fil-A in Union that took one life and injured seven on Saturday night, Chris Capodice, committeeman from neighboring Springfield, issued this statement on Sunday afternoon:Thinking about the Union community after the incident ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Township residents and drivers are being advised by the East Brunswick Police Department to avoid the area of Old Bridge Turnpike at the intersection of West Ferris Street on Sunday, April 12 because of a downed pole and wires. The EBPD is not sure how long this area of the ...
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 ...
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 said that, while no arrests have been made at this time, the preliminary investigation reveals that the incident does not appear to ...