News
By MELISSA MANEY
March 31, 2026
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ — A new chapter in Hackettstown High School athletics is officially underway this spring, as the school introduces its very first Girls Flag Football team—marking a historic moment for both the program and the community.In what is the inaugural season for the team, these ...
PATERSON, NJ - The Cosmos, in partnership with Ion Bank, are offering a limited number of tickets per match at a $5 price point through the Ion Cares initiative. The program is available exclusively to Paterson residents and provides access to professional soccer at one of the most unique venues in ...
MAPLEWOOD, NJ – Joey Kerner drove in six runs to lead Columbia to a 13-1 baseball victory over Livingston in the opener for both teams on Tuesday.Kerner hit two home runs for the Cougars, who scored four runs in the third inning and nine more in the fifth.Isaac Buchalter and Eli Angelou each had ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ — The Jersey City Municipal Council has introduced an ordinance to update salary ranges for top city officials, citing a significant budget shortfall and the need to retain experienced leadership.The measure is focused solely on adjusting pay structures for department directors and ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – Pitcher Kiera Swartz set the tone for Whippany Park’s season opener, throwing a complete-game shutout in an 8-0 win over Pequannock on Tuesday.Swartz struck out 11 batters and allowed just three hits across seven innings, keeping Pequannock off the board. She also had a ...
LITTLE EGG HARBOR – The Southern Regional Boys Golf team made a thunderous statement to open the 2026 season, capturing the Pinelands Wildcat Invitational championship on Monday, March 30. On a day defined by precision and poise, the Rams outlasted a competitive field to hoist the trophy and cement ...
NORTH CALDWELL, NJ – Livingston rallied from a three-run deficit after four innings for a 7-3 softball victory over West Essex in the opening game for both teams on Tuesday.Valentina Dilanni went 3-for-4 with a double and three runs batted in for Livingston, which scored four runs in the fifth ...
LITTLE EGG HARBOR – The Southern Regional Boys Golf team made a thunderous statement to open the 2026 season, capturing the Pinelands Wildcat Invitational championship on Monday, March 30. On a day defined by precision and poise, the Rams outlasted a competitive field to hoist the trophy and cement ...
NUTLEY, NJ -, Nutley Little Theatrewill hold auditions for Jesse Eisenberg's 2011 play Asuncion on Sunday, April 12 and Monday, April 13, 2026 from 6:30pm-9:00pm. The production will be directed and produced by Craig Tiede.In the play, Edgar, who is aimless and socially inept, lives with Vinny, his ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — Monroe scored four runs in the sixth inning and went on to a 10-7 baseball victory over East Brunswick in the opener for both teams on Tuesday.Justin Mangano went 3-for-4 with three runs batted in and two runs scored for Monroe, which took a 9-5 lead with its four runs in the ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – Steinert opened its season with an 8-6 girls lacrosse victory over East Brunswick on Tuesday.Makenna Callahan, Katie Corby and Paige Bates each scored two goals for Steinert. Brooke Meseroli had one goal and one assist and Mia Petracca scored a goal.Erika Riggio finished with ...
UNION, NJ – Halsted Middle School’s Future Business Leaders of America or FBLA chapter had success at the state competition on March 18th. Halsted Middle School came home with the largest number of state place winners to date. They had 10 students qualify within the top 10 for individual testing.
RANDOLPH, NJ- The 2025 Randolph girls lacrosse team had a tough go if it, as a super challenging schedule, and a super young team with only two seniors saw them get overmatched in most of their games. In 2026, with virtually everyone returning another year older and more experienced, the Lady Rams ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Passover in 2026 begins at sundown on April 1, with the first Seder held that evening. The holiday continues for eight days in the United States, concluding at nightfall on April 9. Passover, known in Hebrew as Pesach, is one of the most important holidays in the Jewish faith, ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — The South Brunswick baseball team made new head coach Lou Urbano's first game at his new school a rousing success.Highlighted by an eight-run third inning, South Brunswick rolled to a 13-2 victory over Perth Amboy on Tuesday.Collin Perna went 2-for-3 with two runs batted in ...
SPARTA, NJ – The threat of a development on the cornfield across from North Village is still alive. While Sparta prevailed on all counts in Judge Minkowitz’s court, DDG OPS – Owen Dykstra, is still pushing his plan to build.The next venue for Dykstra/DDG OPS is with Fair Share Housing Judge Allen.
COLONIA, NJ — Dominant through his first three innings, Colin Kroner had to call upon all his resources to get out of a bases-loaded jam in the sixth inning.But there was no question that the senior right-hander was going to be accorded the right to get out of it himself.Kroner escaped major ...
SPARTA, NJ – The threat of a development on the cornfield across from North Village is still alive. While Sparta prevailed on all counts in Judge Minkowitz’s court, DDG OPS – Owen Dykstra, is still pushing his plan to build.The next venue for Dykstra/DDG OPS is with Fair Share Housing Judge Allen.
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - North Hunterdon used a seven-run third inning to ignite a 10-4 victory over Phillipsburg High School to spoil the Stateliners season and home-opening softball game on Tuesday in a Skyland Conference game at the Ruth Gibbs Complex.Freshman Madelyn Hoadley collected two of P’burg’s ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The “Lunch Bunch” group under the chairmanship of Chris Megalos of the Activities Club recently enjoyed comaraderie and cuisine at the Glen Rock Inn.
A violent repeat offender wanted for emailing threats to staff and law enforcement at Hackensack’s Municipal Court was captured by members of the Bergen County sheriff’s Fugitive Squad.Kimberly Burns, 58, of Hackensack has a criminal history dating back to December 2006, when records show she was ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out. Penne Vodka w/Chicken, served with garlic bread $15.50Choice of Beef or Chicken Gyro Platter, served with FF & a Side Greek Salad $15.50Corned Beef Sloppy Joe, served with Tots ...
Princeton, NJ – Walk Bike Princeton thanks Princeton Future for organizing a Community Walk on Saturday, March 21, in the downtown area. More than 40 participants walked on Nassau Street, Moore Street, Wiggins Street, and Witherspoon Street, on the way exchanging their experiences of traffic safety ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - The over-a-century old Saint Agnes Epsicopal Church in Little Falls has announced it will soon close its doors, with a final mass slated for late April. “Our hearts are heavy as we share that, after much prayer and discernment, the vestry has approved the closure of our beloved ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Little Falls officials have authorized an emergency temporary appropriation totaling $2.55 million to cover essential expenses ahead of the adoption of the township’s 2026 municipal budget.The Township Council approved the resolution to allow funding for key obligations, ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Little Falls marked Women’s History Month with a proclamation honoring the contributions of women and recognizing two local residents for their impact on the community.The Township honored Julie Abboud and Magthaline “Maggie” Kalavrouziotis during a ceremony on March 23, with ...
MADISON, NJ — The Madison Rotary Club helped provide meals to local students over spring break by packing lunches for children in the Madison school district who are eligible for free and reduced-price lunch.According to the organization, Rotary members packed six days of lunches for 45 students, ...
MONTVILLE, NJ – Community leaders and business owners gathered at the Knoll Country Club on March 12 to celebrate the 62nd Annual Montville Chamber of Commerce Banquet and Awards Ceremony. The evening highlighted the heart of the local business community, including the presentation of the Business ...
Commerce’s special April issue reveals the 2026 Companies That Care honorees and their exceptional stories of giving back to the New Jersey community. At the Commerce & Industry Association of NJ (CIANJ) 11th Annual Companies That Care Awards on April 16, CIANJ and Commerce will recognize New ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Trans Day of Visibility, observed annually on March 31, is being marked this year with both celebration and a renewed call to action, as advocates across the country emphasize the need for meaningful support for transgender and gender diverse communities.In a statement released ...