News
By JOE MCLAUGHLIN
March 10, 2026
Irish roots run deep in Morris County.They run through Jockey Hollow, where Gen. George Washington declared an army holiday on St. Patrick’s Day to thank his Irish soldiers.They extend to Hibernia (Latin for Ireland) in Rockaway, so named because the region’s iron mines attracted countless Irish ...
Irish roots run deep in Morris County.They run through Jockey Hollow, where Gen. George Washington declared an army holiday on St. Patrick’s Day to thank his Irish soldiers.They extend to Hibernia (Latin for Ireland) in Rockaway, so named because the region’s iron mines attracted countless Irish ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — For Nessie Yara, her brush strokes across canvas as an artist turns small moments from daily life into scenes of color and form.Her work is currently on display through March 31 at the Northwest Regional Library at 3151 N. University Drive in Coral Springs. From 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
CAMDEN – The city wants to allow the sale of some types of alcoholic beverages at special events in public places, including city parks.The first reading of an amendment to the city's alcohol law goes before City Council this week and a public hearing and final decision likely will be scheduled for ...
NEW JERSEY — Trader Joe’s is recalling select frozen products sold at its stores after the company said there is a potential that some packages may be contaminated with foreign material—specifically, glass.In a customer notice dated March 3, 2026, Trader Joe’s said the recall is related to an ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ — What began in a Jersey City bedroom nearly a decade ago has now earned formal recognition from the New Jersey Legislature.Rishi Vamdatt, 16, recently received a Joint Legislative Resolution from the New Jersey State Senate and General Assembly honoring his work through Easy Peasy ...
WARREN/WATCHUNG-- Residents and commuters in Warren Township, Watchung, Berkeley Heights and Long Hill should be aware that Hillcrest Road is currently closed between Mountain Avenue and Emerson Lane due to utility line issues. The Warren Township Police Department reports that the closure is ...
FORT ANN — A Fort Ann man was arrested on weapons charges following a joint investigation by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and New York State Parole.According to Sheriff Jeffrey J. Murphy, Daniel J. Bailey, 39, of Fort Ann, was arrested March 6 and charged with criminal possession of a ...
WARREN/WATCHUNG-- Residents and commuters in Warren Township, Watchung, Berkeley Heights and Long Hill should be aware that Hillcrest Road is currently closed between Mountain Avenue and Emerson Lane due to utility line issues. The Warren Township Police Department reports that the closure is ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Do you know an outstanding female graduating senior from Mount Laurel who deserves a scholarship to continue her education?Applications are now open for the Burlington County Women's Advisory Council scholarships for 2026. Five scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each will be ...
BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ — Bordentown's state legislators are kicking off National Reading Month — and Dr. Seuss' birthday — with a children's book drive aimed at promoting a love of reading from an early age.State Senator Troy Singleton, Assemblywoman Carol Murphy and Assemblyman Balvir Singh are ...
Brought to you by: WAYNE, NJ — Wayne Hills swimmer Parker Gentile has been named the school’s Athlete of the Month for February, her second such honor in two years of swimming for Hills. She earned it after another strong season in the pool that included postseason honors, record-setting ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY — In a landmark collaboration designed to expand healthcare access while strengthening workforce development, Brookdale Community College and Parker Family Health Center have formalized an agreement to establish what organizers say will be New Jersey’s first free dental clinic. The ...
CHATHAM, NJ – The Borough of Chatham Council moved closer to meeting its fourth round of affordable housing obligations by adopting seven ordinances to comply with its settlement agreement at Monday night's regular meeting.The agreement calls for four all-affordable units at 58 N. Passaic Ave. for ...
Voting for the 2026 Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce’s Holiday Ornament is open.The ornament will be the 32nd in a series created by artist Kathleen McDonald. People can visit www.oleanny.com/2026-ornament-voting for the official public ballot and choose from the list of organizations from ...
A Jamaican-born U.S. citizen was seized by ICE after he and a companion were busted by Paramus police for shoplifting at several Garden State Plaza stores.Omar A. Brown, 32, and Sydomie Simmonds, 44, of Mount Vernon, NY, were nabbed by Officers Matt Orefice and Clario Sampson after fellow Officer ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — A fight outside the gymnasium during a sold-out state playoff basketball game at Piscataway High School Tuesday night led to the arrest of a 17-year-old and prompted a significant police response as authorities worked to restore order, officials said.The disturbance occurred ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 Feb. 26. Portions of the comedy-drama are ...
UNION, NJ – The NJSIAA North New Jersey, Section II, Girls’ Wrestling Individual Tournament was contested Sunday, March 8, at Union High School in Union.Contestants who qualified for their respective region tournaments placed in the top four of their corresponding district tournaments the weekend ...
NEWARK, NJ — Legendary Hobby’s Delicatessen & Restaurant is well-known for its piled-high pastrami and corned beef sandwiches, its homemade potato knishes and soups, its Kosher pickles and delicious desserts.Now, The Takeout – a respected national foodie website – has put Hobby’s Delicatessen ...
POMPANO BEACH — A 27-year-old man who was the subject of a regional search has been found, according to the Broward Sheriff’s Office.Detectives announced that Omar Castonon Diaz has been safely located.A missing persons alert was originally issued for Diaz on Saturday, March 7, after he disappeared ...
International Woman's month is a fantastic time to recognize the amazing women in our community. Today, TAPinto spoke with Monmouth County's much-loved Siobhan Fallon Hogan. She is perfect for this TAPinto's Amazing Women Section, where local women will be highlighted every day, for the rest of ...
NEW BRITAIN TOWNSHIP, PA—New Britain Township police are looking for two young men in connection with a retail theft at the Wawa on Butler Avenue near County Line Road on Feb. 13, 2026.Stills from surveillance video show two males in the parking lot and the store. No word from police about what was ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — A dump truck driver from Bergen County died on Monday, March 9th, when his vehicle plowed into two tractor-trailers stopped on the shoulder of the New Jersey Turnpike near the Grover Cleveland Service Area, authorities said.The 9:55 am collision claimed the life of 34-year-old ...
SPRING LAKE, NJ — The Spring Lake Borough Council approved a resolution at it's most recent meeting authorizing a mediation agreement with the Fair Share Housing Center, a step officials say will help the borough maintain compliance with New Jersey’s affordable housing requirements and protect the ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — The Easter Bunny may be visiting Coconut Creek soon as children race across a field to fill their baskets with eggs scattered around the grass during the city’s spring egg hunt at the community center.The event is set for Saturday, April 4, at the Coconut Creek Community Center, ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Developers can move forward with their plan to construct the tallest building in Middlesex County on a vacant lot in downtown New Brunswick.The Planning Board on Monday night approved NB Plaza Owner LLC’s application for a 45-story, mixed-use building that includes a 501-space ...
Update, March 10, 2026, 5:32 p.m.: After publication, Mayor Adrian Mapp contacted TAPinto Plainfield to clarify the administration's position on virtual public comment.PLAINFIELD, NJ — Near the beginning of Monday night's Plainfield City Council meeting, Council President Julienne Cherry addressed ...