News
By BARBRA BATEMAN DOYLE
April 3, 2026
RARITAN, NJ – Despite warnings from residents and environmentalists about flooding and toxic materials on site, the borough's controversial Raritan Mall redevelopment was finally approved at the planning board after years of debate and legal wrangling.The five-story mixed commercial and residential ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The East Brunswick School District's Parent University has two upcoming events in April that parents and guardians may want to mark the calendar for. The first is Connections Matter: Developing Brain, Relationships and Community on Tuesday, April 7, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the ...
READINGTON, NJ – The debate over Readington Township’s school library policy showed no signs of easing at the board of education’s March 23 meeting, where residents, teachers and parents again offered sharply divided views on Policy and Regulation 2535.During an extended public comment session, ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - Local high school students are readying to launch a digital marketplace for women artisans in Peru after they won $800 in a local ‘shark-tank’ competition in March.TEEEM, The Empathy Equality Entrepreneurship Mission, recently hosted its first-ever Student Social Entrepreneurship ...
PATERSON, NJ — In a powerful blend of education, culture, and inspiration, Director Benjie E. Wimberly led students from Paterson Public Schools on an unforgettable trip to the Barclays Center to attend a Brooklyn Nets game—held during a vibrant HBCU Night celebration.Adding to the evening's ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - A new pilot program at Banyan High School is helping students build communication and workplace skills by bringing their artwork into the community, one business at a time.The initiative through the Banyan Creation Studio, called the Therapeutic Transition Model, gives students ...
NEW JERSEY: Observed during Holy Week, Good Friday stands as one of the most solemn and significant days in Christianity. It commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ, an event that forms the foundation of Christian belief and faith.Despite the somber nature of the day, the name “Good ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – Sustainable New Providence, the New Providence Recreation Department, NJ Clean Communities, and NP STEM Boosters are joining forces to host the New Providence Cleanup Day on Monday, April 27, 2026, from 3:30 to 5:00 PM at parks throughout the borough.The event is part of a ...
NEW JERSEY: Observed during Holy Week, Good Friday stands as one of the most solemn and significant days in Christianity. It commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ, an event that forms the foundation of Christian belief and faith.Despite the somber nature of the day, the name “Good ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Easton took a 4-0 lead after a quarter and then held on for dear life in defeating Phillipsburg High School, 8-7, in a non-conference girls' lacrosse game between arch-rivals on Thursday at Cottingham Stadium. Anabella Laleggio scored three goals and Rowan Krieger, Ashley Yih, ...
MADISON, NJ — Madison’s softball team rallied for five runs in the middle innings but could not overcome an early deficit, falling 15-5 to Pequannock on Thursday.The Dodgers dropped to 0-2 on the season, while Pequannock improved to 1-1.Pequannock set the tone early, scoring three runs in the first ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The New Providence Recreation Department will host a free Earth Day celebration on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM at Centennial Park.Families are invited to join in a fun, eco-friendly activity: decorating a recyclable flower pot and planting a seed to take ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – Dayton scored two runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to pull out a 4-3 baseball victory over Elizabeth on Thursday.Trailing, 3-2, going to the bottom of the seventh, Chris Ramirez led off with a walk for Dayton (1-2). Jackson Babiarz followed with a double to send Ramirez to ...
GREENPORT—Test your knowledge of all things Olana during Church 200 Spring Trivia Night celebrating Frederic Church’s 200th birthday year at the Olana State Historic Site, Frederic Church Center, 5720 NY-9G, April 4, 4 to 5 p.m.Join The Olana Partnership staff for a fun game of trivia. Work in ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — The Mountainside PTO will host its annual Spring Soirée on Thursday, April 23 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Mountainside Elks Lodge, bringing together parents and community members for an evening that supports local schools.The event, held at the Elks Lodge on Route 22, will ...
MILLBURN, NJ – Members of the U.S. Olympic short track speed skating team visited South Mountain and Washington schools as part of a national outreach tour.The visit was part of U.S. Speed Skating’s Tour of Olympians, a multi-state initiative designed to connect elite athletes with local ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Morristown’s girls lacrosse team jumped out to an early lead but could not hold off a second-half surge, falling 6-4 to Kent Place on Thursday.The Colonials dropped to 0-2 on the season, while Kent Place improved to 2-0.Morristown came out strong, scoring twice in the opening ...
Frenchtown, NJ – On Saturday, March 28, the first of seven symbolic Liberty Pole Raising ceremonies planned for the original townships around Hunterdon County was held at the Kingwood Township Municipal Building. The morning program commemorated the spirit of the American Revolution as part of the ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Morristown’s boys volleyball team dropped a straight-set match to Mount Olive on Thursday, falling 25-10, 25-16.The Colonials moved to 1-3 on the season, while Mount Olive improved to 2-3.Mount Olive took control early, opening the match with a 25-10 first-set win before closing it ...
MANASQUAN, NJ — As the spring sports season gets underway, TAPinto launches its Athlete of the Week spotlight by recognizing a player who has already made an early impact. Spring Lake’s Kieran Schneider earned the honor after a standout week in lacrosse in which he tallied seven goals and four ...
PATERSON, NJ - Nine Paterson Public Schools students were recognized this week for the quiet but meaningful ways they have made a difference in their schools and communities.The Paterson Board of Education honored Akram Ahmed, Mariana Gonzalez Curiel, Emmanuel De La Cruz Cruz, Derek Escobar, ...
NEW JERSEY: Observed during Holy Week, Good Friday stands as one of the most solemn and significant days in Christianity. It commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ, an event that forms the foundation of Christian belief and faith.Despite the somber nature of the day, the name “Good ...
NEWARK, NJ — An Elizabeth man involved in a fiery Sunday morning car accident that claimed the life of beloved Ironbound legend and former Assemblyman Alberto “Al” Coutinho has been charged with manslaughter and vehicular homicide, according to the Essex County Prosecutor's Office. Coutinho, 56, of ...
WARREN, NJ —Watchung Hills improved to 3-0 with a thrilling 12-11 overtime victory over Verona, rallying late and finishing strong on their home turf. After a back-and-forth battle that saw both teams tied 11-11 at the end of regulation, the Warriors found the decisive goal in overtime to secure ...
EDISON, NJ - The Edison Public Library officially kicked off its 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program in February 2025 and, last month, 3-year-old Atlas Lam-Fortes became the third young patron to successfully complete the task. “The 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program, in particular, has ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – A Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue lieutenant and his wife were arrested Tuesday after authorities said they abused and confined their 12-year-old adopted daughter for years inside their Coral Springs home.Joel Kohnert, 44, and Jennifer Kohnert, 45, are accused of subjecting the ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – State veterans affairs leaders and Mercer County officials paused for separate events to honor the men and women of the Armed Forces who served in the Vietnam War. Vietnam Veterans Recognition Day in the state and nation is on Sunday, March 29, to commemorate the date in 1973 ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Coconut Creek police recently investigated a report of $20,000 that went missing after an open house was held in a home co-owned by a recently divorced couple. A 41-year-old man told police that between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on March 28 the money went missing, while an open house ...
NORTH CALDWELL, NJ – The run began in February, as captains Christian Bastante, Dante D’Achille, Kole Corcoran, and Reid Clausi led the Knights to a second-place finish at the Essex County Tournament, where four champions were crowned and Bastante earned Most Outstanding Wrestler honors.West Essex ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - Nearly 180 Washington Elementary School families took part in a Family Math Night hosted by New Jersey Education Association’s F.A.S.T. program, the West Orange Education Association (WOEA) and the West Orange School district on March 18.NJEA’s Families and Schools Together Work ...