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March 18, 2026

 Linden, NJ — Lidl US has issued a voluntary recall of its Favorina Chocolate Ladybugs – German-Style Nougat (3.52 oz boxes) after discovering the product may contain undeclared hazelnuts, posing a potential risk to consumers with nut allergies.According to the company, the affected product carries ...

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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 ...

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HUDSON -- The Columbia County Board of Supervisors announced March 11 that its Chairman Matt Murell (Stockport) has selected a committee to explore the “advisability” of getting a county administrator or manager. “I am keenly interested in seeing how such a position could work for us,”    he ...

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CLARK, NJ — Spring yard cleanup begins in the Township of Clark on Monday, March 23.The Clark Department of Public Works (DPW) states the cleanup will take place from “March 23 through April 27.  Place leaves, lawn debris and branches cut to a maximum 4 foot length. Debris should be 1 foot from ...

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Board of Education is proposing a $134 million budget that is projected to increase the tax levy 3.78% over last year, or approximately $500/year for the averaged assessed home.Superintendent Mark Schwarz and Business Administrator Richard Matthews presented the tentative budget ...

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Family StorytimeThursday, March 19, from 10-10:30 a.m.This fun participatory storytime for the whole family includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. No registration is required. For ages 0-5.Lunchtime BooksThursday, March 19, from 12-1 ...

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SPRINGFIELD, NJ – Membership registration is open for the Springfield Community Pool, which will again be operated by the Summit Area YMCA.Register at www.thesay.org/scpNew additions at the pool in 2026 will include: New 9-Hole Mini Golf CourseMembers can enjoy mini golf:• Weekends• Weekdays after ...

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 LINDEN, NJ — The Linden Board of Education recognized standout Linden High School student-athletes, capping a winter season defined by speed, strength, and state-level success.The recognitions took place during the Board’s February 27 public meeting, where Athletic Director Mike Firestone ...

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GRANVILLE — Artist Chris Levy will return to the Slate Valley Museum later this month to teach the art of Pysanky egg decorating during a workshop scheduled for Saturday, March 28 from noon to 3 p.m.The workshop will take place at the Slate Valley Museum, located at 17 Water Street in ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown Borough is selling a commemorative coin that celebrates the 158th anniversary of the town’s Memorial Day Parade and the 250th birthday of the United States.The coin commemorates the two occasions, one on each side. It’s being designed through a Central Bucks School ...

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ATLANTIC CITY, NJ - Logan Forgatch, a junior at Parsippany Hills High School, was the only wrestler from his school to compete at the New Jersey State Wrestling Finals in Atlantic City last weekend. Forgatch earned an impressive seventh-place finish in the 113-pound weight class at the NJSIAA State ...

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PITTSTOWN – State Police have charged 28-year-old Jacob T. Watson with promoting sexual performance by a child, a class “D” felony and possessing a sexual performance by a child, a class “E” felony.The arrest followed the execution of a search warrant at his Pittstown residence earlier this month.

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NEWTON, NJ - Town of Newton officials said the Water/Sewer and Tax Collector's office will close at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18. The office will open tomorrow, Thursday,  as scheduled.

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With escalating food prices, now is a great time to start growing some of your own vegetables. Not only can you save money, but you’ll enjoy great flavor and maximum nutritional value.Take time to do a bit of planning. Your first trip to the garden center can result in buying more plants than the ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, have announced plans to participate in the YES Network’s coverage of the 2026 Spring Breakout prospect game, with the voice of the Patriots, Steven Cusumano, on the call.The third annual Spring Breakout game will ...

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — TAPinto South Plainfield is committed to delivering timely, reliable, and original local news covering the issues that matter most to residents of South Plainfield.Thousands of readers rely on TAPinto South Plainfield’s free daily newsletter to stay connected to what’s ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, have announced plans to participate in the YES Network’s coverage of the 2026 Spring Breakout prospect game, with the voice of the Patriots, Steven Cusumano, on the call.The third annual Spring Breakout game will ...

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WEST WINDSOR, NJ – According to the West Windsor Township Police, an East Windsor resident has been charged with shoplifting hundreds of dollars worth of goods at the Whole Foods Market on Route 1, At approximately 4:58 p.m. on Saturday, February 14, West Windsor police officers responded to a ...

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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.

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WEST BOCA RATON, FL — B’nai Torah Congregation in West Boca Raton marked Pi Day with a community-wide initiative that delivered hundreds of pies to families in need across the area.Through its TLC Program, the synagogue organized a “Pie It Forward” effort on March 14, distributing pizza and dessert ...

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TRENTON, NJ – Sick of swerving to avoid those potholes that have popped up after the winter? The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT)'s Acting Commissioner Priya Jain says that help is on the way to make driving a little smoother on New Jersey's roads after the start of the annual ...

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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 ...

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TRENTON, NJ – Sick of swerving to avoid those potholes that have popped up after the winter? The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT)'s Acting Commissioner Priya Jain says that help is on the way to make driving a little smoother on New Jersey's roads after the start of the annual ...

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CAMDEN, NJ — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s “Fix a Leak Week” provides an opportunity to take simple steps that can help residents take to find and fix household leaks. These everyday actions help reduce water waste, protect homes and lower monthly bills. This year’s event comes ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—There were no reported tornadoes in last night’s windstorm, but on the morning after, about 10,000 PECO customers were without power, and several hundred of them are in the Central Bucks area.Forecasters had warned about the possibilities of tornadoes as a cold front roared in the ...

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MORRIS PLAINS, N.J. — The Morris Plains Police Department is warning residents to be on alert after a local resident reported receiving a fraudulent notice designed to look like an official New Jersey municipal court document.In a public alert, Morris Plains police said the scam matches one ...

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TRENTON – New Jersey state Sen. Bob Smith (D-Middlesex), Sen. Linda Greenstein (D-Middlesex/Mercer) and Sen. John McKeon (D-Essex/Passaic) are pushing two bills aimed at tackling the rising energy demand from data centers across the state.  Specifically, the measures seek to address operations by ...

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TRENTON – New Jersey state Sen. Bob Smith (D-Middlesex), Sen. Linda Greenstein (D-Middlesex/Mercer) and Sen. John McKeon (D-Essex/Passaic) are pushing two bills aimed at tackling the rising energy demand from data centers across the state.  Specifically, the measures seek to address operations by ...

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TRENTON – New Jersey state Sen. Bob Smith (D-Middlesex), Sen. Linda Greenstein (D-Middlesex/Mercer) and Sen. John McKeon (D-Essex/Passaic) are pushing two bills aimed at tackling the rising energy demand from data centers across the state.  Specifically, the measures seek to address operations by ...

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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 ...

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