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By ELIZABETH A MEYERS
March 18, 2026
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.
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 ...
RANDOLPH, NJ: For the seventh consecutive year, Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, president of County College of Morris (CCM), has been named to the Influencers: Power List 2026 – Higher Education by ROI-NJ, a leading source for New Jersey business news. Iacono is being recognized as a highly influential ...
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — Drivers in Morristown should expect delays on Lafayette Avenue on Tuesday, March 18, as the roadway will be reduced to a single lane of travel for much of the day, according to a traffic advisory issued by the Town of Morristown.The advisory states that Lafayette Avenue will be ...
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 ...
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.
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 ...
It’s not too late to celebrate!We’re sponsoring the Nutley Bombers St. Patrick's Day Fundraiser featuring the Gravy Train cover band, Karaoke, and a 50/50 Raffle! Friday, March 20Doors: 7:00pmBand: 8:00pmLocationThe Old Canal Inn2 E. Passaic AvenueNutley, NJ*Visit ...
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.
HAWTHORNE, NJ - For the third time in six years, Blackjack Mulligans has risen above the competition and been crowned Super Bowl Champion, solidifying its place as a true fan-favorite powerhouse.Facing off in a stacked field of ...
EDISON, NJ - The Edison Planning Board approved a plan to construct Solar Canopy Facilities over the parking lots at the JFK Medical Center, located at 65 James Street. The board unanimously approved the plan at their meeting on Monday.The applicant, ENFRA MCC, LLC, will construct 13 canopies on ...
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.
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — Impostors who claim they’re from the Sheriff’s Office are phoning people to demand money to settle active warrants. However, the real Middlesex County Sheriff Mildred S. Scott is warning people: Don’t get scammed.In a prepared statement, Sheriff Scott said the Middlesex ...
FLEMINGTON – The borough applied for federal funds to complete critical portions of the new police building at 200 Main Street three years after it was purchased.Mayor Marcia Karrow said at the March 9 borough council meeting that applications totaling $3.6 million have been sent to the offices of ...
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Azaleas add welcome color to the spring garden and some, like Encore®, Perfecto Mundo® and ReBLOOM™ offer additional blooms in summer and fall. With beautiful flowers in an array of colors and sizes and a variety of growth habits it’s no wonder the National Garden Bureau has declared 2026 the Year ...
PARKLAND, FL- A new dental clinic has opened in Parkland, in a convenient location along State Road 7 in the Zimmerman and Frachtman building. 26 North Dental, led by Dr. Geoffrey Bennett, officially opened its doors in late 2025. The bright, welcoming space features state-of-the-art technology, ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Cranford’s Annual Community Holocaust Day of Remembrance will return for its fifteenth year on Wednesday, March 25 at 7:00 p.m. at Hillside Avenue School, bringing together local clergy, students, and community leaders to reflect on the lessons of history and honor the victims of the ...
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 ...
Essex County is extending Code Blue procedures from Wednesday, March 18 at 7pm to Thursday, March 19 at 9am. This declaration is for nightime hours from 8pm to 9am only.Code Blue protocols are enacted when the temperature is forecasted to drop below 32 degrees or due to inclement weather. For ...
POMPANO BEACH — Pompano Beach officials signaled a high-stakes discussion in the city’s ongoing deliberations about setting up a new police department - announcing on Tuesday a quickly-called budget workshop on the matter for tomorrow, Thursday, March 19th.Pompano Police Workshop AnnouncementThe ...
MADISON, N.J. — The Madison Board of Education on Tuesday night formally appointed John N. Connolly as the next superintendent of Madison Public Schools, marking the culmination of a months-long search process that board members said was shaped by community input and focused on finding a leader ...
NEW BRUNSWICK - Taxes for the average New Brunswick homeowner will rise $8 a month based on the preliminary 2026-27 school budget that was adopted at a special Board of Education meeting Tuesday, March 17.The proposed $306,673,027 million budget represents a $96 annual tax increase for the average ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - South Brunswick's Police Department is hosting its second annual Bike Rodeo on Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the South Brunswick Senior Center. This fun, family-friendly event is free and features bike games, challenges, bike decorating and more. for their ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ – The Flemington-Raritan School District celebrated its 2025–2026 New Jersey Governor’s Educator of the Year Award recipients at the board of education’s regular meeting Feb. 25.With school officials lauding their achievements, and family and friends cheering in the audience, Ivette ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The East Brunswick Public Library will open its doors to a day of hands-on learning and creativity as it hosts New Jersey Makers Day on Saturday, March 21, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.The free event, open to all ages, will feature a wide range of interactive activities celebrating ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Nine Bridgewater-Raritan High School art students earned 20 honors in the elite 2026 Scholastic Art Awards program.According to Sarah Nasson, art teacher and advisor to the National Art Honor Society, the Scholastic Art Awards are the nation’s longest-running and most prestigious ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - The Spotswood Public Library is hosting NJ Maker Day festivities on Saturday, March 21, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Registration is not required for this free, family-friendly event that isa perfect pick for all ages. NJ Makers Day began in 2015 in the Garden States as a way for ...
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 available ...