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By REBECCA GREENE
March 18, 2026
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The council has agreed to create a new film-ready ordinance to increase the borough's chances of being a backdrop for television and movie scenes.Councilman Jon Hendl, who has been leading the effort, said the new ordinance would “replace and older, outdated ordinance.”The council ...
KINNELON, NJ - The Kinnelon Wrestling Club will have 10 representing members in the upcoming State Qualifiers portion of the USAW-NJ State Tournament.Qualifiers will take place on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the Cure Insurance Arena in Trenton. Participating wrestlers include: 2nd Grade: Shayne ...
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey General Assembly last week advanced two bills that would strengthen maternal health care and improve services for pregnant women. The Assembly Health Committee on March 9 advanced A-947 and A-948, both sponsored by Assemblywoman Carol Murphy, who represents Bordentown ...
CASTLETON–Questar III BOCES has announced the appointment of Meghan Lekkas as its new assistant superintendent of District Services.“Meghan Lekkas brings expertise in school finance, operational leadership, and regional service development,” Questar III BOCES District Superintendent Gladys I. Cruz ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – Area residents are encouraged to head over to Five Guys for dinner on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 to support the Harrington Middle School's SeaPerch Team, which is the school's underwater robotics program.The restaurant will donate 10 percent of all sales during the event to the ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown Township is proposing changes that would make it easier for property owners to create separate residences or living spaces in their homes.At the township’s Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday night, officials outlined changes that would take existing language ...
TOTOWA, NJ — Murph’s Tavern, a Totowa mainstay known for its lively St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, has long been a gathering place for locals. Originally opened in 1965 by Anthony “Red” Murphy, the tavern has remained in the family, passing from father to son and now involving the third ...
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Morris Township Planning Board on March 16 unanimously approved an amended site plan application for major property improvements at Nielsen Ford of Morristown, a long-standing auto dealership at 170 and 172 Ridgedale Ave.The application, presented by attorney Brian Mason ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — The Roselle Park Recreation Department announced registration is open for its upcoming Spring Cheer program, offering young residents a fun and active way to build skills and teamwork.Open to students in grades K through 5, the program will run from April 16 through June 4, with ...
VERONA, NJ — In celebration of Women's History Month, the Verona Public Library and the Verona Multicultural Inclusion & Accessibility Advisory Committee will host the 4th Annual Women of Impact Panel on Sunday, March 29, at 3 p.m. at the Verona Community Center.The event will recognize five ...
HOLMDEL, NJ — The internationally acclaimed comedy Sexy Laundry will take the stage this spring at the Bell Theater at Bell Works, bringing humor, heart and relatable moments about long-term relationships to local audiences.Though widely celebrated around the world, the play remains something of a ...
POULTNEY, VT. — St. Raphael’s Parish will host a Basket Raffle on Saturday, March 28 at St. Raphael Parish Hall, located at 21 East Main Street in Poultney.Doors will open at 11 a.m., with raffle drawings beginning at 1 p.m. Organizers note that participants do not need to be present to win.A ...
NEWTON, NJ – A power outage did not interfere with Newton Police Chief Joseph D’Annibale’s St. Patrick’s Day “Walk-Out” ceremony. The traditional farewell to a departing chief fittingly included the Police Pipes and Drums of Morris County.A large crowd was gathered to honor D’Annibale’s career as ...
RARITAN, NJ - A Raritan man was arrested in relation to a weapons offense from March 17, according to a report from Raritan Borough Police Chief Thomas Fisher.Kesanni McCreary, 22, was charged with second degree unlawful possession of a weapon, two counts of fourth degree possession of a large ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit city officials provided updates on the 2026 municipal budget, public safety initiatives, and regional flood mitigation efforts during the Common Council meeting on Tuesday. The session highlighted ongoing financial and operational challenges for the city as well as initiatives ...
ELIZABETH, NJ - Groundwork Elizabeth is looking for environmental stewards to join their philanthropic efforts this summer. The role comes with job training opportunities and a trip to Yellowstone National Park. The job will take place from July 6 to August 14, Monday through Friday. The pay rate ...
UNION, NJ – The 29th Annual Union County St. Patrick’s Day Parade was held Saturday afternoon, bringing thousands of spectators and several road closures to the streets of Union.Representing the Kenilworth Fire Department and Rescue Squad a couple of members marched alongside the Union County Pipe ...
MIDDLE GRANVILLE — The community is invited to attend the Annual Bake Sale hosted by the Penrhyn Engine & Hose Company on Saturday, April 11 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1394 County Route 24 in Middle Granville.Organizers say the sale will feature a wide variety of homemade treats, including ...
NEW JERSEY — A New Jersey singer-songwriter is making his mark on one of music's biggest stages. Jake Thistle, 22, of Paramus, has advanced to the Top 20 of American Idol 2026 after delivering a standout performance of his original song, "Sleep On Me," during the Ohana Round, filmed in Hawaii.The ...
NEW JERSEY — A New Jersey singer-songwriter is making his mark on one of music's biggest stages. Jake Thistle, 22, of Paramus, has advanced to the Top 20 of American Idol 2026 after delivering a standout performance of his original song, "Sleep On Me," during the Ohana Round, filmed in Hawaii.The ...
NEW JERSEY - 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 ...
PATERSON, NJ - Leqaa Kordia, a 33-year-old Paterson resident, has been released from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody after being detained for over a year, city officials and advocacy groups confirmed Monday. An immigration judge had set bond at $100,000 during a Friday ...
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.
NEW JERSEY - Plant a variety of bee-friendly shrubs and enjoy year-round beauty and loads of pollinator appeal. Include a mix of spring, summer and fall bloomers, providing nectar and pollen for visiting bees throughout the season. Selecting bee-friendly shrubs suited to the growing conditions and ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The Township of East Brunswick will officially open the new East Brunswick Ice Arena with a full day of community celebrations on Sunday, March 22, marking a major milestone for recreation and community programming in the township.The grand opening will begin with a 10:00 a.m.
Basking Ridge, NJ — Bernards Township officials are beginning preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with plans underway to bring a series of community-centered celebrations to local residents next summer.Township leaders say the goal is to create events that capture the excitement of the global ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Red Bank Department of Utilities is seeking a dedicated and experienced Foreman - Water and Sewer to join our team. This full-time role supports the management and supervision of the Borough’s water distribution and sewage collection systems. Reporting directly to the ...
NEW JERSEY — A New Jersey singer-songwriter is making his mark on one of music's biggest stages. Jake Thistle, 22, of Paramus, has advanced to the Top 20 of American Idol 2026 after delivering a standout performance of his original song, "Sleep On Me," during the Ohana Round, filmed in Hawaii.The ...
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.
WESTFIELD, NJ — A photo currently circulating via text message is part of a scam, Westfield Police warned on social media Wednesday.“Do not scan the QR code included in the image and avoid interacting with the message in any way,” police warned.The photo, shared by police without the QR code and ...