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By KAITLYN DEBARTH
March 31, 2026
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Four years ago, Toni Mullin, a pediatric occupational therapist and local mom, took what she describes as a "huge leap of faith." Recognizing a critical gap in childhood socialization following the pandemic, she launched Next Level Kidz NJ in March 2022. Today, the business ...
COBLESKILL – Cobleskill-Richmondville Central School District residents who are registered voters and unable to make it to the polls on May 19 can cast their votes by absentee or early mail ballot, if they meet the following eligibility requirements: 1) Absence from county on election day; 2) ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Borough of Roselle is now accepting applications for 2026 summer camp employment, offering residents the opportunity to be part of a fun and engaging seasonal program.Officials, including Mayor Donald Shaw, the Roselle Borough Council, and the Department of Recreation, are ...
MIDDLEBURGH – Ever since she was little, Krissy Travers has always had a gift. Travers grew up in Middleburgh, where she realized and honed her mystical skills alongside her grandfather. In an exclusive interview, she recalled a time when she was in the barn with her grandfather, and she noticed a ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit fell 8-7 to Bridgewater-Raritan in its season opener on Monday.Summit jumped out to an early lead, scoring four runs in the first inning. Bridgewater-Raritan answered with a four-run fifth inning to take the lead, adding another run in the sixth. Summit scored one run in the ...
Carol Pearson Richter Flum (1928-2026) passed away on March 15, 2026 in Kissimmee, Florida. She grew up in Cobleskill, graduated from Russell Sage College and married Ralph Richter in 1950. They moved to Cincinnati, Ohio and Carol became an excellent elementary teacher. She was preceded in death by ...
VERONA, NJ - The Township of Verona is applying for a grant along with other North Jersey municipalities, including Cedar Grove, to help fund a shared services agreement for a sewer-cleaning truck. The Township of Verona, the Township of Cedar Grove, the Borough of Woodland Park, and the Township ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A local group is looking for volunteers to help prepare hanging flower baskets to be hung around Doylestown.Discover Doylestown needs people to help assemble hanging baskets at a Del Val University greenhouse from 6-7 p.m. on April 9, 2026. Volunteers will transfer baby plants from ...
POMPANO BEACH, FL — Rain didn’t dampen the spirits of Pompano Beach Highlands residents this weekend as the neighborhood hosted its first-ever organized cleanup event, turning a gloomy morning into a showcase of community resilience.Led by Brandi Zabadal, president of the Pompano Beach Highlands ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ - The Stafford Township School District Referendum that was passed on September 17, 2024 has officially made it through the beginning stages of design and public bidding laws and is now expected to begin construction this Spring. Read more about the referendum here.Below you can find ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – A city restaurant that has been hailed as a pioneer in the American cocktail renaissance will be relocating to the Health and Life Science Exchange (HELIX).Clydz will take up residence in the first phase of the HELIX, commonly known as H-1, which is scheduled to open in ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Rutgers University police arrested a Colonia man for allegedly brandishing a handgun at an illegal “car meet-up” at an on-campus parking lot and reportedly pointing it at people and vehicles.Police charged Sean Benedicks, 20, from Woodbridge's Colonia section, with possession of a ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — The Town of Westfield is set to invest close to $5 million in capital improvements if the proposed capital budget is approved, according to remarks made at the town council's conference session on March 24. A special bond ordinance that was approved by all members of the town ...
WARRINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA—A welfare check on a man slumped over the steering wheel of his car in a Warrington gas station turned into an arrest after methamphetamine was found in his vehicle.On March 19, a Warrington police officer noticed a driver asleep in his car at the Sunoco gas station near the ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — The remains of a World War II sailor from Plainfield who died in a Japanese prisoner-of-war camp have been laid to rest in a grave with his mother at Hillside Cemetery in Scotch Plains more than 80 years after his death and 75 years after hers.John Judson Campbell, who served 17 ...
Welcome to the January 2026 e-edition of Community Connections! Explore this month’s digital issue for updated Washington County, NY resources, local programs, events, and helpful community information. Click below to view or download the full PDF and stay connected with the services that support ...
MADISON, NJ — Madison Music & Arts is inviting Madison High School students to take part in an artwork contest tied to the organization’s 36th annual Dessert & Jazz event, scheduled for April 25, 2026.Organizers said students are being asked to create the artwork that will be used to help ...
TRENTON, NJ — Legislation sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton and Senator Joe Vitale that would expand practice authority for advanced practice nurses (APNs) was signed into law by Governor Mike Sherrill on Monday.The measure eliminates certain practice restrictions for APNs, which allows ...
TRENTON, NJ – Governor Mikie Sherrill recently signed a new law as part of her administration's priority to promote energy affordability and reliability. Under the measure, there will be new requirements in place for transmission-scale energy storage procurement under the NJ Board of Public ...
NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey State Police is holding a virtual information session to provide details about career opportunities within the state's law enforcement agency. The New Jersey State Police is currently accepting applications for new members who want to be a State Trooper. The Career ...
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Morris Township Police Department responded to 4,668 calls for service in February 2026, according to the department’s monthly activity report.Police reported 11 arrests during the month, along with 3 DWI arrests.Officers also handled a variety of incidents across the ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Residents will have a chance to help shape the future of a section of Patriots’ Path and nearby open space along Lake Pocahontas during an upcoming public meeting tied to a new community-driven design effort.Trust for Public Land, working in partnership with the Town of Morristown ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ — State Farm agent Teri DiGrande is expanding her Morris Plains office and is currently hiring for several positions. The office is seeking candidates for the roles of Account Manager, Account Associate and Account Representative.DiGrande announced that she is looking for people ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ - Mercer County residents will have an opportunity to dispose of unused and expired prescription drugs during the National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 25, Mercer County Sheriff Jack Kemler announced on Tuesday.The goal, Kemler said in a statement, is to ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Two Whippany Park High School students have launched a fundraising effort to help Table of Hope in Morristown resume services after the nonprofit temporarily suspended operations amid financial challenges.Anna Koch and Alice Susilo, both student volunteers with the organization, ...
BATON ROUGE, LA— Two students from Bloomfield, New Jersey, have been elected to membership in The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, a collegiate honor society recognizing academic achievement across all disciplines.Erin Reilly and Tasnim Oyshi, both of Bloomfield, were selected for membership through ...
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UPDATE: Route 18 southbound lanes have reopened.PISCATAWAY, NJ — A motor vehicle accident on Route 18 southbound near River Road (Lynch Bridge) caused traffic delays Tuesday, according to an alert issued by Piscataway Police.Authorities reported that two right lanes are currently closed at the ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - It can be hard to keep up with the latest scams residents need to be aware of, which is why the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office is warning residents of the newest one. There have been scams targeting utility customers in the past, but the most recent scam circulating is ...
ST. BONAVENTURE, NY — After building a national championship-contending Division II program at Daemen University, Mike MacDonald will join St. Bonaventure’s men’s basketball as the program’s 20th head coach, Vice President and Director of Athletics Bob Beretta announced Tuesday. A 1988 alumnus of ...