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March 23, 2026

HACKENSACK, NJ — A variety of fresh arts, cultural, and community events are coming to downtown Hackensack, part of a grant honoring creativity and local engagement.The Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) has received $500,000 from the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s (NJEDA) ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ — The Somerset County Prosecutor's Office Chief of Detectives was arrested Saturday night by borough police and faces multiple charges of (1) operating a motor vehicle under the influence of liquor or drugs and (2) careless driving likely to endanger person or property.Francisco ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – In just under a month, Morris County residents will head to the polls as New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District prepares for a Special General Election on Thursday, April 16, 2026.The election was formally scheduled after Governor Phil Murphy signed a Writ of Election on ...

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MADISON, NJ -  Here's what's happening in and around town this week; Monday, March 23 - Friday March 27MONDAY MARCH 23Book Fair at Central Avenue SchoolMadison Junior School Parent/Teacher ConferencesMadison girls lacrosse scrimmage vs Verona at Verona; 4pmMadison softball scrimmage vs Oak Knoll at ...

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SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Township landlords with rental properties built before 1978 are being reminded that New Jersey’s Lead Safe Certification law requires periodic visual inspections for potential lead hazards.According to information posted through the township’s lead law partner, LEW ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Here's what's happening in and around town this week; Monday, March 23 - Friday March 27MONDAY MARCH 23Morristown Boys Volleyball game vs Chatham at Morristown; 4pmMorris Township Board of Adjustment Meeting; Municipal Building; 7pmMorris Plains Board of Adjustment Meeting; ...

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FLEMINGTON – On the night the borough council approved the 2026 annual budget for the Flemington Improvement District, the council also heard from the new director how the organization plans to improve Flemington.Ally Norton, owner of the Main Street business The Corner, was named executive ...

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HUDSON—With spring just around the corner, excitement is growing for Spring Gardening Day 2026, taking place Saturday, March 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Hudson Jr/Sr High School. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door provided the event does not sell out.Hosted by Cornell ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — Under clear skies and mild spring temperatures, residents from East Brunswick and neighboring communities gathered Saturday morning to witness a long-anticipated milestone: the grand opening of the East Brunswick Ice Arena.Families, young athletes, and longtime residents filled ...

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RARITAN, N.J. – The Raritan Borough Council got a one-month reprieve on part of its affordable housing plan, passed the rest of it and is getting heat from residents for ignoring its planning board on the last piece of the puzzle. The March 13 special meeting saw a standing room only overflow crowd ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Chargers-Bears-Rams high school ice hockey team took the ice for the first time ever on December 9, 2022, at the ProSkate Ice Arena in Monmouth Junction. On Sunday, the program, which completed its fourth season in December, played its inaugural alumni game at its new home ...

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FLEMINGTON – The borough council took the next step March 9 to secure more funding for more infrastructure work.Last year, the borough completed a long-awaited repaving of lower Main Street that included replacement of galvanized water lines under the street and to homes and businesses.The council ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ — The Somerset County Prosecutor's Office Chief of Detectives was arrested Saturday night by borough police and faces multiple charges of (1) operating a motor vehicle under the influence of liquor or drugs and (2) careless driving likely to endanger person or property.Francisco ...

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PATERSON, NJ - After 367 days in immigration detention, Leqaa Kordia returned home Sunday to Paterson, where she reunited with her family and community, describing what she called “a long year and tough year,” and vowing to continue advocating for others still detained.“It’s been a long year, ...

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MADISON, NJ - To keep the Madison sewer lines clean, the Department of Public Works Sewer Division routinely conducts Sewer Jetting on all lines throughout Madison, said officials.With high pressure water being forced through a series of sewer lines, some smaller than others, back pressure created ...

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BOCA RATON, FL — The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office on Monday marked the anniversary of the killing of Randi Gorenberg, who was at Town Center Mall in Boca Raton just before she died, and asked the public for help in the case.The case dates to March 23, 2007, when Gorenberg left the mall at ...

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PATERSON, NJ - After 367 days in immigration detention, Leqaa Kordia returned home Sunday to Paterson, where she reunited with her family and community, describing what she called “a long year and tough year,” and vowing to continue advocating for others still detained.“It’s been a long year, ...

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Water Main Break - 3/23/2026High StreetThere is a water main break on HIGH STREET (between Bloomfield Avenue and Edison Avenue). Residents and businesses in the area may have discolored water and low water pressure.Brown water occurs when the flow of water in the mains is altered. That can occur ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – In just under a month, Morris County residents will head to the polls as New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District prepares for a Special General Election on Thursday, April 16, 2026.The election was formally scheduled after Governor Phil Murphy signed a Writ of Election on ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The forks are ready, the ovens are hot and the wait is finally over. After a weather-related postponement, Berkeley Heights Business and Civic Association and American Beauty Events are delivering on the second annual Taste of Berkeley Heights tonight, Monday, March 23, at ...

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Make the most of your Holy Week by joining your neighbours here at Grace Church in Nutley! Our parish community would be delighted and honoured to worship alongside you during these most sacred days of our Christian year - please consider adding some of these special moments to your schedule.

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PARKLAND, FL- Parkland residents dealing with a toothache or dental emergency have a nearby option for quick, affordable care — just a short drive away.Quality Dentistry of Coconut Creek is offering a $49 emergency exam and X-ray, with the cost applied toward treatment, helping patients get fast ...

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FLEMINGTON, N.J. – For the first time in three years, the Flemington-Raritan School District is not planning any staff reductions heading into the next school year, a development board officials said reflects the district’s recent financial stabilization.Board president Ryan Birkenstock announced ...

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VALATIE—The First Presbyterian Church, 3212 Church Street, will hold its annual Soup Sampler and Bake Sale, Saturday, March 28 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.This event offers a large variety of all-you-can-eat soups (dine in only), with crackers and a beverage.Tickets are $11. Take-out also available ...

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SPRINGFIELD, NJ – Springfield business administrator John Bussiculo provided an update at the March 24 Township Committee meeting on the removal of and the planting of new trees in the municipality last year.In 2025, the township took down 87 trees on public property, and planted 120 new ...

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PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Thursday, eleven Plainfield High School students were inducted into the school's chapter of the National Honor Society.To be eligible for membership consideration, students in grades 10 and 11 must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5. Additionally, candidates must meet ...

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New Brunswick Public Schools have begun implementing a series of curriculum and related refinements through four New Jersey Department of Education grants with a total value of $1.26 million. These upgrades are intended to have an educational impact on children who have not yet begun preschool up ...

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Elevated and raised bed gardens can expand your planting options and make planting and maintenance easier and more convenient.  You’ll be able to plant, weed and harvest with minimal bending or even from the luxury of a chair or bench. Elevated gardens are basically containers on legs. You can find ...

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NEW BRUNSWICK – The Hub City will be the center of many events as Middlesex County commemorates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.In a region where influential people, places and pivotal moments shaped America’s fight for independence, the county is inviting residents and visitors to ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – It takes more than a blizzard to stop the students of Lopatcong.On Saturday, January 17th, students were geared up for their 2nd Annual Food Drive to benefit the River of Life Food Pantry. By late morning, however, Mother Nature staged a takeover. Snow began falling at a ...

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