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April 9, 2026

COCONUT CREEK, FL — An art gallery that opened up a pop-up art space on the Promenade at Coconut Creek has now closed and is moving, according to its proprietors. The gallery opened last fall in a 1,600-square-foot space with plans to run through the holiday season at the outdoor retail center.

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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 ...

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COCONUT CREEK, FL — Coconut Creek Fire Rescue responded to reports of a gas leak Thursday morning at a local Publix Super Market. Employees reported the smell at around 8:30 a.m. inside the store in the Coconut Creek Plaza, which is located at 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway.When fire rescue crews ...

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MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The Maplewood Township Committee introduced its 2026 municipal budget Tuesday night, alongside a series of financial discussions and ordinances, including a debated bond for improvements at DeHart Park.Budget Introduced with Focus on Stability and ServicesMayor Vic DeLuca outlined a ...

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SPARTA, NJ – A woman reported to the Sparta Police Department because she appeared to be drunk. On March 23, around 1:58 p.m. Sparta Police Officers Michael Lania and Christopher Botta found Barbara Rothstein at a business on White Lake Road, police said. Rothstein, a resident of Hopatcong, had ...

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BOCA RATON, FL — With hundreds of commercial driving schools shuttered nationwide and demand for drivers surging, a Boca Raton nonprofit is stepping in to help fill the gap while putting local residents on a path to stable careers.Boca Helping Hands is offering free commercial driver’s license ...

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WEST BOCA RATON, FL — A truck fire Thursday at the height of rush hour blocked two right lanes and the right shoulder heading south on the Florida Turnpike near Glades Road in West Boca Raton. Passersby could see flames shooting from the cab of a truck at just after 5:05 p.m.According to the ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL — City leaders recently started the process to find a design and engineering firm for the planned Coral Springs Sportplex project, which has an estimated budget of up to $100 million. The city issued a request for letters of interest from experienced and qualified firms on March ...

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METUCHEN, NJ — To the surprise of no one, St. Joseph of Metuchen will not go through the 2026 baseball season winless.To the dismay of East Brunswick, St. Joseph finally got its first victory of the season at the hands of the Bears.East Brunswick, which had come into Thursday's game on a two-game ...

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BOCA RATON, FL — With hundreds of commercial driving schools shuttered nationwide and demand for drivers surging, a Boca Raton nonprofit is stepping in to help fill the gap while putting local residents on a path to stable careers.Boca Helping Hands is offering free commercial driver’s license ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL – A new program is launching at Coral Springs High School, giving students a direct path into high-demand careers in the aerospace and aviation manufacturing industries.The NCATT Aerospace/Aircraft Assembler Innovative Program, open to incoming eighth graders and current ninth ...

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WEST BOCA RATON, FL — A truck fire Thursday at the height of rush hour blocked two right lanes and the right shoulder heading south on the Florida Turnpike near Glades Road in West Boca Raton. Passersby could see flames shooting from the cab of a truck at just after 5:05 p.m.According to the ...

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WARREN COUNTY, NJ - A Warren County woman has been charged with animal cruelty in connection with an investigation that began late last year, according to court records. Frances A. Ciemniecki, 71, of Phillipsburg, was arrested April 8 and charged with third-degree cruelty to animals by the Warren ...

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PHILLIPSBURG,NJ - Sophomore attacker Brendan Scott was involved in six of North Hunterdon’s eight goals with four scores and two assists to lead the Lions to their third straight win to begin the season, 8-7, over Phillipsburg High School in a Skyland Conference boy’s lacrosse game on Tuesday at ...

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ALBANY--New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton has announced more than $5.1 million to reduce the negative impacts of aquatic and terrestrial invasive species on natural resources, infrastructure, agriculture, and local economies. The 51 awarded ...

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COCONUT CREEK, FL — An art gallery that opened up a pop-up art space on the Promenade at Coconut Creek has now closed and is moving, according to its proprietors. The gallery opened last fall in a 1,600-square-foot space with plans to run through the holiday season at the outdoor retail center.

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL — City leaders recently started the process to find a design and engineering firm for the planned Coral Springs Sportplex project, which has an estimated budget of up to $100 million. The city issued a request for letters of interest from experienced and qualified firms on March ...

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 WARREN, NJ — Watchung Hills battled back from an early deficit and used a pivotal fourth inning to secure a 7–6 victory over Bridgewater-Raritan on Thursday afternoon.“Just a really great team win,” said WHRHS head coach Joe Tremarco. “Shows a lot of guts that our guys have to come back being down ...

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POMPANO BEACH — A woman has died following a two-vehicle collision in Pompano Beach earlier this week, authorities said Thursday.Broward Sheriff’s Office traffic homicide detectives are investigating the crash, which occurred Monday afternoon at the intersection of West Copans Road and Northwest ...

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 WARREN, NJ — Watchung Hills battled back from an early deficit and used a pivotal fourth inning to secure a 7–6 victory over Bridgewater-Raritan on Thursday afternoon.“Just a really great team win,” said WHRHS head coach Joe Tremarco. “Shows a lot of guts that our guys have to come back being down ...

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COCONUT CREEK, FL — Coconut Creek Fire Rescue responded to reports of a gas leak Thursday morning at a local Publix Super Market. Employees reported the smell at around 8:30 a.m. inside the store in the Coconut Creek Plaza, which is located at 4849 Coconut Creek Parkway.When fire rescue crews ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL – A new program is launching at Coral Springs High School, giving students a direct path into high-demand careers in the aerospace and aviation manufacturing industries.The NCATT Aerospace/Aircraft Assembler Innovative Program, open to incoming eighth graders and current ninth ...

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Most dispensaries circle one date on the calendar and call it a promotion. The Frosted Nug at Red Bank decided to turn the entire month of April into an event.Starting this week, the adult-use dispensary at 22 Bridge Avenue has slashed prices on 36 products across four brands — and they're adding ...

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Southern Boys Volleyball Dominates Toms River North in Straight SetsMANAHAWKIN — The Southern Regional boys volleyball team showcased its depth and precision on Thursday, cruising to a 3-0 victory over Toms River North. The Rams (4-1) controlled every facet of the match, winning with set scores of ...

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Red Bank Regional Rallies Late to Edge Southern in Defensive BattleMANAHAWKIN — In a clash of early-season powerhouses, Red Bank Regional utilized a second-half defensive shutout to overcome Southern Regional, 5-4, on Thursday afternoon.The Rams (3-1) controlled the tempo early, holding a 4-2 lead ...

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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 ...

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BARNEGAT, NJ — The Barnegat High School boys volleyball team continued its strong start to the season on Thursday, improving to an impressive 5-1 record with a decisive 2-0 sweep over Toms River East.The Bengals displayed a balanced attack and disciplined defense to keep the Raiders (1-1) at bay ...

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CLARK, NJ — On Wednesday, May 13, the Arthur L. Johnson (ALJ) High School Alumni Association is holding its 2026 Hall of Fame and Scholarship Dinner, during which six individuals will be newly inducted into the Hall of Fame, comprising the Class of 2026.Over the next several weeks, TAPinto Clark ...

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SUMMIT, NJ — Congressman Tom Kean Jr. is seeking federal funding that could help communities like Summit address long-running erosion and flooding issues along Salt Brook.In his FY2027 Community Project Funding submissions to the House Appropriations Committee, Kean included a $4 million request ...

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WARREN COUNTY, NJ - A Warren County woman has been charged with animal cruelty in connection with an investigation that began late last year, according to court records. Frances A. Ciemniecki, 71, of Phillipsburg, was arrested April 8 and charged with third-degree cruelty to animals by the Warren ...

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