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By NEVA RAE
March 12, 2026
SOMERVILLE, NJ - There is still time to donate to the St. John’s Episcopal Church sock drive to aid the greater community.Sponsored by the Episcopal Church Women, new socks for men, women, children, toddlers, and newborns can be donated at the church at 158 W. High St. “We are accepting new socks ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Looking to ensure patients discharged from the hospital or rehab facility continue to receive the care that they need has led a former borough resident to establish a home health care agency of her own. “I worked as a home health physical therapist for a few years and saw ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - The volunteer firefighters of the Woods Road Fire Company will host an old-fashioned fish fry at the firehouse, 324 Woods Road on Friday, March 20 from 4:30-8 p.m.The menu includes baked and fried fish, fried clams and shrimp mac'n'cheese, fries, pierogies, onion rings, veggies, ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ — Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Repertory Theatre's run of the Broadway classic Guys and Dolls opens on Thursday, March 12.The beloved musical that brings together gamblers, showgirls, and unlikely romances in a colorful, high-energy celebration of love and luck.
CRANFORD, NJ - Film crews returned to Downtown Cranford today as production began on a new feature film starring Marisa Tomei and Rachel Zegler. The movie, She Gets It from Me, was first announced by Variety last year and officially began production on February 26. Portions of the comedy-drama are ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — A 55-year-old Piscataway man has been arrested and charged after authorities say he possessed more than 1,000 files of child sexual abuse material discovered during an investigation prompted by a national cyber tip.Michael Bain, of Piscataway, was charged with second-degree ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — At its meeting of Tuesday, March 10, 2026, the Scotch Plains Council made proclamations in recognition of Girl Scouts Month, Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week, and World Parkinson’s Day.MS Awareness Week (March 8–14, 2026) focuses on the hidden, daily struggles of living with ...
NEWTON, NJ — Rising employee health insurance costs are emerging as a major factor in Newton’s proposed municipal budget, accounting for a significant portion of the anticipated tax levy increase.The issue was discussed during the Newton Town Council meeting on March 9, as officials reviewed the ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
MONROE, NJ — The New Providence girls basketball team will be heading to its third state championship game in the last four years.The Pioneers defeated Wildwood, 54-33, in the NJSIAA state Group 1 semifinals on Wednesday. New Providence has a chance to repeat as Group 1 state champions. The ...
SPARTA, NJ – Sparta High School has announced the February Students of the Month and Kindness Award winners. Each of the school's departments selects a student representative. Teachers shared their thoughts about the selected students.English - Jacob Gomez has demonstrated a lot of growth since ...
Sparta High School Announces January 2026 Staff Member of the MonthSPARTA, NJ – Sparta High School has announced math teacher Christine Fleming is the staff member in the spotlight for February 2026. Mrs. Fleming consistently goes above and beyond for her students. She is known for being kind, ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Township officials used Tuesday night’s council meeting to spotlight a workforce development initiative they say proves public investment can do more than fix roads and pipes — it can change lives.During the March 10 Township Council meeting, Councilwoman Kimberly Francois ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - The Township of Little Falls was awarded a $3,150.74 grant for the Little Falls Police Department on Monday. At its March 9 meeting, the Township Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the insertion of the awarded funds into the budget.The special item of revenue ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — A 55-year-old Piscataway man has been arrested and charged after authorities say he possessed more than 1,000 files of child sexual abuse material discovered during an investigation prompted by a national cyber tip.Michael Bain, of Piscataway, was charged with second-degree ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — By performing within himself, Jayce Rodriguez has led the Colonia boys basketball team to heights the storied program has never achieved before.The sophomore guard, the son of head coach Jose Rodriguez, scored 27 points, passed for five assists and was perfect from the foul line to ...
ORANGE, NJ — Orange took the first formal step toward the upcoming municipal election on Tuesday as candidates for four council seats drew their official ballot positions at City Hall. While the drawing is a procedural requirement, it marks the official transition from the preparatory phase of the ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — A 48-year-old man was arrested after authorities say he attacked a teenage boy during an early-morning altercation at a West Boca Raton home.Deputies with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence around 4:45 a.m. on March 8 to investigate a reported ...
BOCA RATON, FL — As electric bicycles surge in popularity among teenagers, safety concerns are growing as well, with officials warning the fast-moving devices can pose serious dangers when riders are not properly trained.To address those concerns, the City of Boca Raton is sponsoring 150 online ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — The Coral Springs committee that’s reviewing proposals from vendors to manage the city’s soccer program met Tuesday and selected four outfits to make presentations to them. The move by city leaders to have one vendor manage the city’s comprehensive soccer program, which includes ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — A man who fled the scene of a West Boca Raton fatal accident in April 2024 pleaded guilty last Friday to charges related to the crash, and was sentenced to prison, the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office announced on Wednesday. Carlos Madeira Cardoso, 41, of Port St. Lucie was driving ...
The following article originally appeared on the Jersey High School Sports Blog (www.jerseyhighschoolsports.com) which is run by Plainfield resident and high school sports enthusiast Noel Pyne. Pyne's site is one to bookmark, and he has been covering virtually all boys basketball games this season, ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — Police are looking for eyewitnesses and videos from a March 8th collision that critically injured a 27-year-old woman from Sayreville’s Parlin section, Middlessex County Prosecutor Linda Estremera and New Brunswick Police Chief Vincent Sabo said in a statement.The 10:15 pm ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - The Parsippany–Troy Hills Police Department will undergo an on-site assessment later this month as part of its effort to maintain accreditation through the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP).The accreditation process evaluates whether a police department ...
Update, March 12, 1pm: A previous version of this article reported that the meeting started at 11:30an instead of 10:30am.PLAINFIELD, NJ — The Plainfield Democratic City Committee (PDCC) will meet on Saturday, March 14 at 10:30am to pick its candidates for two Plainfield City Council races set to ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners will host its 2026 Older Adults Resource Fair on Wednesday, March 25, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Monmouth County Library Headquarters.The event is designed to connect older adults, caregivers and families with the wide range of ...
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – The stage is set for an exhilarating showdown as the 2026 NJSIAA Individual Wrestling Championships prepare to take place over three action-packed days at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City. This year’s tournament features a strong representation from both Watchung Hills and North ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out. Penne Pasta w/Chicken, choice of marinara, vodka or alfredo sauce, served with garlic bread $15.50Italian Sausage wrap, Pepper Jack Cheese, Peppers & Onions, served with Sweet ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill laid out a record $60.7 billion budget on Tuesday that would provide modest increases in a few key areas balanced by more than $2 billion in cuts to other programs, including property tax relief.“Today, I’m submitting to this legislature the most fiscally ...
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – The 2026 NJSIAA Individual Wrestling Championships for both boys and girls are set to take place over three exciting days at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City. This year's tournament features a notable contingent from Watchung Hills, with three boys and one girl representing the ...