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By TAPINTO STAFF
April 8, 2026
UNION, NJ — TAPinto Union is a partner of the inaugural Local News Day, which is taking place on April 9.Local News Day is a coordinated effort to reconnect people with the trusted local news outlets that help neighborhoods stay informed, prepared and engaged.TAPinto Union is committed to bringing ...
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ New York New Jersey Host Committee has announced the NYNJ World Cup 26 Jersey Fan Hub, a fan destination in New Jersey that will bring the energy of the tournament to fans across the region.Located at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey, the NYNJ World Cup ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ — Jersey City will light up blue this week, not just to mark a moment, organizers say, but to stand with families who live with autism every single day. On Friday, local non-profit Whole Spectrum Autism will mark Autism Acceptance Month with its annual “Light the Month Blue” event ...
BRADLEY BEACH, NJ – A Long Branch man was arrested Friday, April 3, after allegedly assaulting two conductors aboard an NJ Transit North Jersey Coast Line train headed to Bay Head.Authorities said Xavier Dennis, 19, of Long Branch, was on board the train when he became involved in an argument over ...
ROSELLE, NJ — Roselle Borough Council meetings in April will be held at the Roselle Memorial Library, as the council chambers get a facelift.Work started on March 31, according to a social media post.“Council chambers haven’t been redone as long as I can remember,” Acting Borough Administrator ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - The Jersey City Police Department has renewed its call to the public for assistance in finding the whereabouts of Diamond Ruiz.Ruiz, 16, was first reported missing from Jersey City on September 25, 2025.She is described as a Hispanic female,approximately 4' 11", and weighing 120 ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — With Tax Day approaching, a new report is highlighting where New Jersey stands when it comes to the overall tax load on residents. The good news is that the Garden State does not have the highest total tax burden. That distinction belongs to Hawaii. According to a 2026 analysis ...
WHITEHALL — Louis Pratt of Whitehall has been elected to membership in The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi at Ithaca College.Phi Kappa Phi is the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Each year, approximately 20,000 students, faculty, professional staff and ...
The Woodland60 Woodland RdMaplewood, NJSunday, May 2412:30pm-3:30pmHeld annually during Jewish-American heritage Month and brought to you by the Township of Maplewood, Village of South Orange, Maplewood Arts &; Culture and the SOMA Jewish Cultural Affairs Committee, Shalom Festival is a ...
HARTFORD — As it enters its 51st year, the Hartford Historical Group is expanding its programming to include monthly events and is seeking volunteers to support the effort.The organization is looking for community members to assist at the Hartford Museum and the Civil War Enlistment Center.
Continuing ProgramsStory Time for Toddlers/Pre-schoolers – Thursdays – 11 a.m. Berlin Free Town Library, 47 South Main Street. Listen to stories, make a craft and enjoy a snack.Stich Group – Fridays – 3-5 p.m. Berlin Free Town Library, 47 South Main Street. A social group for fiber enthusiasts.
WHITEHALL – The leadership carousel in the village public works department completed another spin March 30, when the man named interim working foreman unexpectedly resigned – to be replaced by the man he had succeeded when the latter resigned.Kevin Goodspeed left the post he had been appointed to ...
RANDOLPH, NJ – Chatham High senior Matthew Bedoya recently received his “Unsung Heroes” award from CHS Principal Doug Walker during ceremonies held at the County College of Morris.“There is a warmth about Matthew Bedoya that immediately draws people in," Walker said at the awards ceremony. "Whether ...
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 ...
CLARK, NJ — Arthur L. Johnson High School is proud to announce the Class of 2026 Valedictorian Charles Nemeth and Salutatorian Erie Lugo.Charles Nemeth, the valedictorian for the Arthur L. Johnson High School Class of 2026, is a stellar student and person. He has excelled in 25 Honors, Advanced ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — The New Providence lacrosse community will come together later this month for the 2nd Annual New Providence Lacrosse Day, a free, family-friendly event designed to celebrate the sport, build community pride, and introduce young players and families to local lacrosse ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — Old City Hall's “Sunday Soirée” monthly series will continue this weekend with a performance by a local indie musician. Bordentown-based Jaime Parker will be playing at Old City Hall on April 12 at 4PM.The Sunday Soirée is a series of events where artists, cultural leaders and ...
NEW JERSEY – Law enforcement agencies across the state are cracking down on distracted driving as part of the “Put the Phone Away or Pay” campaign announced by Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and the Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS).The state agencies reported that, in April 2025, New ...
WAYNE, NJ - It's time, once again, to see how well you know Wayne Township through our monthly Where in Wayne contest. The game is simple; just tell us where the picture was taken, and you have a chance to win a $50.00 Visa gift card from the Ellen & Roseanne Real Estate Team from Coldwell ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – Burlington County is continuing to take steps to boost community health with the launch of a new Mobile Health Vehicle to bring important health screenings, outreach and other services directly to local communities.The Burlington County Commissioners and Burlington County Health ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - The Spotswood and Metuchen High School varsity baseball teams returned to the field on Tuesday for the second game of a home-at-home series that began last week. Metuchen completed the sweep, shutting out the Chargers 4-0 at the Spotwood High School Varsity Baseball Field. Jack ...
The sounds of original, contemporary folk music will fill Fanwood’s Carriage House on Saturday, May 9, as the Fanwood Performance Series presents The Whispering Tree and Max Bartos.Hudson Valley duo The Whispering Tree will be making their return to the series with plenty of fresh material.
SALEM, NY — Fort Salem Theater will bring romance to the stage this spring with its production of The Bridges of Madison County, running April 24 through May 3, 2026.Based on the beloved novel and film, the story follows Francesca, an Italian immigrant living a quiet, routine life on an Iowa farm.
POULTNEY, Vt. — The Poultney Historical Society is seeking vendors for its 91st Annual East Poultney Day, scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.This year’s event will commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, also known as the Semiquincentennial. Organizers note that Vermont and ...
HOOSICK – Multiple first responders were summoned to the Hoosic River by Mechanic Street in the Village of Hoosick Falls Saturday, April 4, for a report of a teenager who jumped from a bridge into the cold water. Those who were first on the scene reported the girl standing in the river. Hazardous ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Sophomore Maggie Quinn reached a milestone in the circle as Governor Livingston rolled to a 16-7 softball victory over Westfield on Tuesday.Quinn recorded her 100th career strikeout and fanned 10 batters over five innings of relief to earn the win. She allowed nine hits and ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Bella Palermo Pastry Shop recently announced that they are offering today, Wednesday, April 8, 12 different empanadas in celebration of National Empanada Day.This annual food holiday recognized on April 8, is a flavorful tribute to the versatile stuffed pastry that has become a ...
RAHWAY, NJ — On Tuesday, April 7, around 3:30 p.m., Governor Mikie Sherrill was found far from the chambers of state government in Trenton or the stately residence of Drumthwacket in Princeton. Instead, a few random (and surprised!) shoppers turned their heads to find Sherrill browsing right ...
Granville Police DepartmentMarch 2810:40 p.m. – Officers stopped a vehicle on North Street after radar confirmed it was traveling 47 miles per hour in a posted 30 mile per hour zone. The driver acknowledged knowing the speed limit and estimated his own speed at 40 miles per hour. He was issued a ...
The New York State Police will participate in a national distracted driving enforcement campaign as part of April’s National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.The enforcement effort, known as “Put the Phone Away or Pay,” will run from Monday, April 6, through Monday, April 13.During the campaign, ...