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By NICOLE ZANCHELLI
March 21, 2026
When Michael B. Jordan stepped onto the Academy Awards stage Sunday night to accept the Oscar for Best Actor, it was not only a milestone in his celebrated acting career. For many in Newark, it was a hometown victory. The Newark native won his first Oscar for his performance portraying twin ...
PARKLAND, FL- Lori Parrish, a cornerstone of Broward County public service for over three decades, has formally endorsed Parkland resident Dr. Sharry Kimmel for the Broward County School Board District 4 seat. The endorsement pairs one of the county’s most storied political figures with an educator ...
TAP play button below for highlights from kick-off event at D'Arcy's in Bradley Beach for County Craft Beverage Month Kick-Off/100 day countdown to FIFA World Cup: MONMOUTH COUNTY– With the FIFA World Cup set to bring a surge of international visitors to the region—and more than $3 billion in ...
UNION, NJ - Three fourth-grade students from Union were recognized for their character and leadership during the Rotary Club of Union’s March 19 meeting.The students — Avery Carter of Battle Hill School, Praise Dapherede of Franklin School and Jaxson Massey of Hannah Caldwell School — received the ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — The Elizabeth Fire Department, in partnership with the City of Elizabeth and its Office of Public Health, is inviting residents to give back in a lifesaving way at an upcoming community blood drive.The event will take place on Friday, April 10, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at ...
SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ — Somerset County's popular craft beverage trail is back for 2026 — and this year, it's going bigger.Sip & See Somerset, the free passport-style program that encourages residents and visitors to explore local breweries, cideries, and distilleries, returns this spring with a ...
BELMAR, NJ – After months of closures, detours, and temporary fixes, the Main Street Bridge over the Shark River has officially reopened to both vehicular and pedestrian traffic as of 2 p.m. on Friday, March 20, marking a significant milestone for residents, commuters, and local businesses in ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – The 2026 Monmouth County spring online auction of surplus equipment will take place from Saturday, April 18, through Tuesday, April 21.“Through USGovBid.com, people will be able to bid on vehicles, equipment, and dozens of other available items,” Commissioner Director Tom Arnone ...
FREEHOLD, NJ — Families looking to unplug, explore nature, and enjoy an affordable local escape can soon head to Turkey Swamp Park, where the campground is set to open for the season on Wednesday, April 1.Operated by the Monmouth County Park System, the family-friendly campground features 64 wooded ...
EDISON, NJ — Two Middlesex College computer science students are participating in a coveted semester-long fellowship program to explore how artificial intelligence may impact, influence and benefit the public at-large. Laila Diaz, from Sewaren, and Hassan Ibrahim, from Old Bridge, are participating ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – 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 ...
TRENTON, NJ – Members of the New Jersey State Legislature – Senator Bob Smith (D-Middlesex), Senator Linda Greenstein (D-Middlesex/Mercer) and Senator John McKeon (D-Essex/Passaic) – are pushing a pair of bills aimed at tackling the rising energy demand from data centers across the state.
On Monday, March 30th, nonprofit SAFE in Hunterdon will present an educational seminar “When an Officer is Accused” – outlining critical steps to take when a law enforcement officer is accused of domestic violence. The program will be held at the Hunterdon County Rt. 12 Complex in Raritan Township ...
EDISON, NJ - The Zoning Board will hear an application to demolish the T-Mobile Store on Parsonage Road and construct a Taco Bell. The application will be before the board on Tuesday.The Applicant, HAZA Bell of North East LLC, is seeking preliminary and final site plan approval to demolish the ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Excitement was high as South Plainfield Borough Hall rolled out the red carpet to hold its first major event celebrating South Plainfield's centennial anniversary on Saturday, March 14 with a special reenactment of South Plainfield Borough Council's first meeting. South ...
ANCRAM—After discussion at two January Town Board meetings and at two special Town Board meetings in February devoted to deciding on whether or not to appoint someone to fill the empty Town Board seat, board members agreed to leave the seat vacant.A vacancy on the Town Board came about after ...
TROY—Experience spring in full bloom at the Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo, March 27 to 29 at Hudson Valley Community College, McDonough Sports Complex, 80 Vandenburgh Avenue. The event offers breathtaking garden installations, themed floral exhibits, and a lively Marketplace.The moment ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — Two members of the South Brunswick boys basketball team were named to the Greater Middlesex Conference Tournament All-American White Division Team.Arjun Jadhav and Kevin Burgman were both selected in a vote of the conference's coaches.Jadhav, a junior guard, averaged 15.1 ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — Matt Mikulka and Cam Vick of East Brunswick have both been named to the All-Greater Middlesex Conference boys basketball team for 2025-26.Mikulka, a senior guard, averaged 20.7 points this season and finished his career with a total of 1,932 points.Vick, a senior guard, ...
Hackettstown, NJ-March is a time to refocus on healthy habits as we celebrate National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to encourage people to make informed food choices and develop sound eating and physical activity habits. The good news? ...
HOLMDEL, NJ — The Holmdel baseball team will open its season on Thursday, March 26 at Lacey Township.The Hornets are coming off a 14-9 season last year, and their hopes for matching or improving on that mark will hinge on just how good they can be on the mound."Pitching, pitching, pitching," was ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – The 2026 Monmouth County spring online auction of surplus equipment will take place from Saturday, April 18, through Tuesday, April 21.“Through USGovBid.com, people will be able to bid on vehicles, equipment, and dozens of other available items,” Commissioner Director Tom Arnone ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – The 2026 Monmouth County spring online auction of surplus equipment will take place from Saturday, April 18, through Tuesday, April 21.“Through USGovBid.com, people will be able to bid on vehicles, equipment, and dozens of other available items,” Commissioner Director Tom Arnone ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway Board of Education's (BOE) tentative budget hearing, originally scheduled for March 17, will now take place on Tuesday, March 24, in the student cafeteria of the Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy, located at 1139 Kline Place.The public session will begin at 6 p.m., ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – The 2026 Monmouth County spring online auction of surplus equipment will take place from Saturday, April 18, through Tuesday, April 21.“Through USGovBid.com, people will be able to bid on vehicles, equipment, and dozens of other available items,” Commissioner Director Tom Arnone ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - Mayor Pulkit Desai and the Township Council recently honored longtime resident Ruth Josephine Ettienne Baron in celebration of her 100th birthday, recognizing a lifetime of service, compassion, and community impact.During the ceremony, Baron was presented with an official ...
MANASQUAN, NJ — Manasquan High School is entering a new era for its girls lacrosse program with the appointment of Rachel Lasda as head coach, bringing championship experience and a proven track record as the Warriors prepare for the 2026 season.Lasda, whose hiring was recommended by Superintendent ...
FLORHAM PARK, NJ - Residents are reminded that the next branch and limb pickup in Florham Park is March 23rd.See information below:
CLARK, NJ — Arthur L. Johnson’s (ALJ) March Student of the Month is Avery Salisbury! Avery is a well-rounded student who demonstrates leadership and dedication both in and out of the classroom. Avery’s commitment to academics shines through in the classroom. She is a member of several prestigious ...
Passover is around the corner and Mindy's Munchies famous coconut macaroons are back! Chewy, delicious, and chocolate-dipped — the perfect sweet bite for your Seder table during Passover. Preorders are now open in store and online at www.mindysmunchies.com Pick up a few individually wrapped or add ...