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By LUIS F. PEREZ
April 4, 2026
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Coconut Creek police made some out-of-the-ordinary stops in the South Creek neighborhood on Thursday, giving drivers a friendly reminder as they got home from work to lock their car doors at night. The effort is part of the police departments Home Safe Home Program, which is ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — This week in Ridgewood, lawmakers announced bipartisan legislation to strengthen online protections for children.Joined by Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos, Ridgewood YMCA CEO Ramon Hache and other local leaders on April 2 was U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), who announced the ...
BOCA RATON, FL — A Spanish River High School AICE teacher has made the shortlist for the global 2026 Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards.Olena Sinko is one of 10 teachers across the United States to make the cut. The Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) is an ...
PARAMUS, NJ — In an effort to create safer, more informed interactions between law enforcement and drivers with special needs, the Paramus Police Department is participating in The Blue Envelope Program.Free and voluntary to attain, if a blue envelope is present in an individual’s vehicle, law ...
TINTON FALLS, NJ - More than 300 police chiefs from throughout the state gathered here Thursday, April 2, to recognize and honor the 25thanniversary of John’s Law, named in memory of a young Navy Ensign from Egg Harbor Township, who was killed in a crash with a drunken driver in July ...
PATERSON, NJ - Eastside's baseball team picked up its first win of the season with a 6-0 shutout over Paramus on Thursday.Francis Tejada sparked the Eastside offense, going 2-for-3 with two runs scored, while Zahid Martinez went 2-for-3 with a double and two RBI. Samuel Pena added an RBI single, ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — The Hackensack Police Department has arrested a New Milford man as the result of a narcotics investigation conducted by the Crime Suppression Bureau. Announced by HPD Chief Michael Antista, Roy C. Theodore, 39, was taken into custody April 1 on various charges after the execution ...
CRANFORD, NJ — What many residents consider a longtime Cranford landmark appears to have closed its doors, leaving the community wondering about the future of the Rustic Mill Diner & Pancake House. The diner, located at 109 North Ave. W., has been closed for more than a week, and its phone ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ — Families from across the city gathered at City Hall Plaza on March 28 for the annual “Leap Into Spring” Celebration, a vibrant, family-friendly event hosted by Mayor Ted R. Green in partnership with the East Orange City Council, and the Department of Recreation & Cultural ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Looking for something different to do for Mother's Day this year? How about a Mother's Day Brunch at the East Brunswick Ice Arena? East Brunswick's newest hot spot officially opened on March 22. The East Brunswick Recreation Department announced via its Facebook page on ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - On March 28, the borough's annual Egg Scramble took over the Spotswood High School Gymnasium. As always, it was an egg-cellent event complete with the Easter Bunny himself, who hopped by to pose for some photos. This always fun, family-friendly Easter tradition was hosted by the ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The township's annual hydrant flushing process began at the end of March and continues into April. These are the areas that will be impacted by hydrant flushing for the week of April 6.The following developments:Hickory RidgeRidge ViewHeather KnollsPointe of TurnburyCrossroads ...
Passover, also known as Pesach, is one of the most significant holidays in Judaism, commemorating the ancient Israelites’ liberation from slavery in Egypt. Rooted in the biblical story of the Exodus, the holiday reflects themes of freedom, faith, and resilience. The name “Passover” comes from the ...
WASHINGTON, NJ - Great Value fully cooked Dino Shaped Chicken Breast Nuggets have been recalled due to unsafe level of lead. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). some product may still be in consumers’ freezers. These items were shipped to ...
NEW JERSEY: In response to a growing number of serious and fatal crashes involving electric bicycles, the State of New Jersey has enacted a comprehensive new law regulating e-bike use. The legislation, now in effect, applies to all classes of e-bikes, including pedal-assist, throttle-operated, and ...
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Legislature voted recently on three bills aimed at regulating and monitoring the state’s growing number of data centers.The Senate passed S3379, which would require data center owners and operators to submit semi-annual reports on water and energy use to the Board of ...
NEW JERSEY — New Jersey ranks among the top 10 states in the nation for online searches related to GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, as interest in medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro continues to surge—often outside traditional medical channels.According to new data released by Tmrw, New Jersey ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ - A ceremonial groundbreaking was held on Tuesday, March 31, for the long-awaited addition to Firehouse #3, also known as the Faitoute Hose Company, in Roselle Park. Borough officials and members of the Roselle Park Fire Department were on hand to break ground and mark the ...
POMPANO BEACH, FL — Families in Pompano Beach will have another opportunity to explore educational options as Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) opened its School Choice Late Application Window for the 2026/27 school year. The late application period allows students across the district—including ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — An Elizabeth resident has been charged in connection with a deadly car crash in Newark that claimed the life of a 56-year-old man, according to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office.27-year-old John M. Arango-Taborda was arrested on Wednesday, following the March 29 crash at the ...
ROSELLE, NJ — The Borough of Roselle Department of Recreation is inviting young athletes to step up to the plate this spring with its 2026 girls softball program, open to students in grades 3 through 8.The developmental and scrimmage-based program will run from April through June 2026, offering ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast of Cranford Radio compiles what's happening in Cranford. Cranford Community Good Friday Prayer Service — Friday, April 3 Calvary Lutheran Church will host this year’s service at noon.Blood Drive — Friday, April 3 Calvary Tabernacle is hosting a blood ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of Commissioners is set to approve its $559 million budget later this month, which includes a 2 percent increase in the tax levy (the amount of money that’s raised in property taxes) from 2025.With the revenue and appropriations, the budget is ...
HILLSIDE, NJ — An eighth-grade student from Hillside Innovation Academy is being recognized for her financial savvy after earning top honors in a statewide competition.Uwaila Agheyisi was named one of seven winners in the 2026 Stock Market Challenge hosted by the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
MONTVILLE, NJ - The Montville Township Police Department received a call reporting a shooting at a residence on Majorca Road in Towaco at around 9:10 p.m. on Friday, April 3, according to MTPD Chief Andrew Caggiano. Caggiano said officers responded and secured the area. The Montville Township ...
HUDSON -- No Kings in Hudson came in three phases on March 28. First people gathered in the 7th Street Park for speeches, then paraded down Warren Street, crossed at 5th to Union Street, and continued down Union to the steps of the Columbia County Courthouse for more speeches and music.Indivisible ...
MILLBURN, NJ – Millburn police charged a Roselle teen after two theft cases at downtown businesses last month.On March 20, Det. Wichelns of the Millburn Police Department closed a theft investigation at Coffee Mill on Main Street after the owner reported his cell phone with a wallet case containing ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ — The soon-to-be-formed Kiwanis Club of West Orange has officially reached a major milestone, securing its initial 15 members and moving one step closer to becoming the newest addition to the Kiwanis family.To mark the occasion, organizers have scheduled a Charter Organization Night ...
Manasquan, NJ – A dominant fourth inning and strong pitching performance powered Manasquan to a 6-2 win over Central Regional, completing a two-game sweep and giving the Warriors a 2-0 start to the season.In a game that began as a tightly contested pitching duel, Manasquan leaned on timely hitting ...
BELVIDERE, NJ — Warren County is inviting veterans and military families to attend its 2nd Annual Veterans Expo, an event focused on connecting those who have served with valuable resources and community support.The expo will take place on Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at ...