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March 16, 2026

SAYREVILLE, NJ — The Borough of Sayreville is asking residents to weigh in on a proposal to create a special memorial space dedicated to beloved pets who have passed away. Officials are considering establishing a “Rainbow Bridge” tribute area, a peaceful place where community members could honor ...

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MONTCLAIR, NJ — Right on cue for Oscar weekend, Montclair’s Bellevue Theatre has earned a place on the global cinematic stage after being ranked No. 94 on Time Out’s list of the 100 greatest cinemas in the world, placing the historic venue alongside iconic movie houses in cities such as Paris and ...

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MADISON, NJ - The Madison Police Department Range will be in use for training this week.   This is routine training—there is no need for concern.The  training will take place on the following dates:Monday, March 16 – 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.Tuesday, March 17 – 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.Thursday, March 19 ...

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MILLBURN, NJ – In an effort to reduce parking congestion in surface lots and on the streets in the Millburn business district, the Township Committee recently approved a resolution which allows for a pilot program (9 months) which will allow for one hour of free parking in the Parking Deck. The ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Grand Marshal of the March 15 St. Patrick's Parade.Thomas B. Lenahan, Jr., was joined by thousands of parade participants in Sunday's annual St. Patrick Parade down Main Street.Spectators decked out in green St, Patrick's regalia lined both sides of the street to watch Saint ...

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WEST BOCA RATON, FL — B’nai Torah Congregation in West Boca Raton announced that registration is now open for the Fourth Annual Phyllis and Leonard Attman Yiddishe Cup golf tournament.The event is set for Thursday, April 23 at Boca West Country Club. Registration and lunch begin at 11 a.m., ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ – Mia Jones, Justin Salazar and Aria Balines, students at Liberty Middle School in West Orange, were awarded second place in the 6th to 8th Grade Category in the Annual Essex County Forest Friends Feeder Contest at the Essex County Environmental Center. Presenting the award are ...

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MONTVILLE, NJ – A Montville man is under arrest after making threats against law enforcement and pointing what was later found to be a pellet gun at a responding officer, according to a release from the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office and Montville Township Police Chief Andrew Caggiano.According ...

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RARITAN BAY, NJ - Okay, I'll admit it. I grew up hating Irish soda bread. Too dry. Not good toasted. Weird shape. People brought it to my house every St. Patrick's Day, and I graciously accepted it and tried to palm it off on my guests. I made sure that everyone had some to take home. Oy, such a ...

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CLARK, NJ — There will be recycling pickup in the Township of Clark's Zone 2 this week.Pickup will take place on Wednesday, March 18.The Township of Clark informs Zone 2 residents, "Clark Township provides recycling bins to each household. Glass, aluminum, tin, plastic containers, juice, paper, ...

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NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Joe Eberle of Weichert Realtors had a simple idea: gather the people who keep our communities safe, buy them a drink, and say thank you. Last Thursday at Untied Brewery, he did exactly that — drawing police officers, firefighters, and rescue squad volunteers from New ...

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MADISON, NJ — The Madison Borough Council on Monday night, Mayor Robert Conley opened the meeting by reflecting on the shift in weather after recent snowstorms and highlighting several recent community events, including a dinner honoring Madison Volunteer Ambulance Corps volunteers and a Ramadan ...

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RARITAN BAY, NJ - Okay, I'll admit it. I grew up hating Irish soda bread. Too dry. Not good toasted. Weird shape. People brought it to my house every St. Patrick's Day, and I graciously accepted it and tried to palm it off on my guests. I made sure that everyone had some to take home. Oy, such a ...

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MONTVILLE, NJ – A Montville man is under arrest after making threats against law enforcement and pointing what was later found to be a pellet gun at a responding officer, according to a release from the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office and Montville Township Police Chief Andrew Caggiano.According ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ — The Morris School District Board of Education is set to tackle a wide-ranging agenda at its regular business meeting on Monday, March 16, with presentations on student safety, the preliminary 2026-27 budget and district goals, along with votes on grants, policy revisions, staffing ...

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MADISON, NJ -  Here's what's happening in and around town this week; Monday, March 16 - Friday March 20MONDAY MARCH 16Madison softball scrimmage vs Cranford at Cranford; 4pmMadison boys lacrosse scrimmage vs Caldwell at Madison; 4:30pmTUESDAY MARCH 17Madison Sustainable Advisory Committee Meeting; ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Here's what's happening in and around town this week; Monday, March 16 - Friday March 20MONDAY MARCH 16Morristown Baseball Scrimmage vs Montville at Montville; 4pmMorristown Softball scrimmage vs Whippany Park at Whippany Park; 4pmMorris Township Planning Board Meeting; Municipal ...

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TOTOWA, NJ - Wonder Years Learning Center is now accepting registrations for its preschool and summer programs, offering early childhood education opportunities for families in the Totowa area.The learning center, which serves children ages 2.5 to 5, announced that enrollment is open for the ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg High School wrestling product James Day earned the third All-American honor of his collegiate career with a second-place finish for Wabash College at Saturday’s NCAA Division III Men’s Wrestling Championship Tournament at the Alliant Energy Powerhouse in Cedar ...

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MONTVILLE, NJ – A Montville man is under arrest after making threats against law enforcement and pointing what was later found to be a pellet gun at a responding officer, according to a release from the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office and Montville Township Police Chief Andrew Caggiano.According ...

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MADISON, NJ — A round of showers and thunderstorms, some of them potentially severe, is expected to move through the area today, bringing the threat of heavy rainfall, strong wind gusts and hazardous travel conditions before a sharp cooldown arrives overnight.According to the forecast, today will ...

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SOUTH AMBOY, NJ – Under cold and cloudy March weather, residents of South Amboy, Sayreville, and surrounding towns participated in an annual rite of (almost) Spring on Sunday, March 15, when the 2026 South Amboy St. Patrick's Day parade wound its way through the Pleasant Little City. The spectacle ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ — A round of showers and thunderstorms, some of them potentially severe, is expected to move through the area today, bringing the threat of heavy rainfall, strong wind gusts and hazardous travel conditions before a sharp cooldown arrives overnight.According to the forecast, today ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Community leaders, educators, public officials and advocates were honored Friday evening during the “Women Who Rock” celebration hosted by Council President Dr. Lilisa Mimms at City Hall.The annual event recognized dozens of women from across Paterson and Passaic County for their ...

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Oakdale Plunge March 7, 2026 / Photos by David LeeSupporters get wet (and very cold) for some good causes. The annual Oakdale Plunge took place March 7, starting at noon, in Oakdale Lake in Hudson. This year there were nine teams plus an individuals round. The event raises funds for the Hudson ...

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NORTH CALDWELL, NJ – West Essex High School senior Ivan Hernandez has been recognized as the school’s 2026 Unsung Hero.This honor celebrates students whose quiet efforts make a meaningful difference in their school community.Ivan earned the distinction for his compassion, leadership, and advocacy ...

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KINGWOOD – The Hunterdon County Board of Commissioners on March 3 signed off on a resolution supporting the construction of a New Jersey State Police facility on Route 12 by the Cumberland County Improvement Authority.County administrator Brad Myhre explained that the Cumberland County authority ...

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HUDSON—The Columbia County Civil Service Department in cooperation with the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office hosts an upcoming informational webinar for individuals interested in a rewarding career as a deputy sheriff.The virtual event will take place Wednesday, March 25 from 6 to 7 p.m. and ...

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HAMILTON, NJ - Gilbert “Gil” Lugossy, a longtime Mercer County public servant whose career in government, law enforcement and the fire service spanned more than six decades, has died.Lugossy was widely known across Mercer County for his years of civic leadership and volunteer service, including ...

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MOUNT LAUREL/MEDFORD, NJ — Mount Laurel schools and the Lenape Regional High School District are among the beneficiaries of Governor Mikie Sherrill’s first budget, which totals $60.7 billion, and includes a historic $12.4 billion in K-12 formula aid. The funding results in a six percent increase in ...

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