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April 23, 2026

BELMAR, NJ – A lively afternoon of music, energy, and community pride is set to take center stage as Beach Music Studios hosts its Spring Scholarship Fundraiser Concert, bringing together some of the area’s most promising young musicians.Scheduled for Sunday, May 3 at 12:30 p.m., the concert will ...

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I am freaking out.I don’t have all of my articles written, and it’s 9:30 the night before the paper is due to the designer.I’m almost in tears, and I’m beginning to regret taking two days off last week, even though I had worked for 20 straight days before that.What’s a girl to do?Can I even call ...

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AVON-BY-THE-SEA, NJ – A solemn and meaningful tribute to local service members will take place on Saturday, April 25, as the Avon-by-the-Sea Historical Society hosts a special Memorial Day presentation honoring the borough’s fallen heroes.The event, titled “The Military Fallen Heroes,” will be held ...

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SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ – Scouting America’s Patriots’ Path Council will celebrate local service and leadership at the 8th Annual Fanwood–Scotch Plains Good Scout Awards Dinner on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at The Westwood, 438 North Ave. in Garwood.The Good Scout Award recognizes community members ...

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Barnegat Bengals Claw Past Central Regional in Thrilling Three-Stroke VictoryBARNEGAT, NJ — In a game where every swing of the club and every putted ball mattered, Barnegat (5-4) pulled off an impressive upset, defeating the powerhouse Central Regional (10-3) with a final team score of 227-230.In ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ — The Union baseball team recently surpassed its victory total for all of last season.But the Farmers, with a chance to reach .500 for the season, let one get away on Thursday.Brearley rallied from a four-run deficit for a 5-4 victory over Union, which stranded the potential tying ...

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WARREN, NJ – Watchung Hills Regional High School (WHRHS) hosted its 21st Annual World Language Honor Society Induction Ceremony alongside the 9th Annual Seal of Biliteracy Recognition on April 15, 2026.The event honored students who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, academic excellence, and ...

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WARREN, NJ – Watchung Hills Regional High School (WHRHS) hosted its 21st Annual World Language Honor Society Induction Ceremony alongside the 9th Annual Seal of Biliteracy Recognition on April 15, 2026.The event honored students who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, academic excellence, and ...

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BUCKS COUNTY, PA—Several Central Bucks locations will take part in the Medication Take Back Day on April 25, 2026, to give residents a chance to safely dispose of old and unneeded drugs and other health care devices.The event, which will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., encourages people to bring their ...

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PARSIPPANY, NJ - The Parsippany Police have alerted the public that the missing juvenile, reported on Wednesday, has been found.Original alert from the Parsippany Police:Twelve-year-old Ryan Kitsuta was last seen in the area of Volunteer's Park around 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22.He is 5ft 3in ...

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PARSIPPANY, NJ - The Parsippany Police have alerted the public that the missing juvenile, reported on Wednesday, has been found.Original alert from the Parsippany Police:Twelve-year-old Ryan Kitsuta was last seen in the area of Volunteer's Park around 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22.He is 5ft 3in ...

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HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ — It was a mixed day across Hanover Township teams on Wednesday, with a close win for boys tennis, a setback for baseball, and a dominant showing from Park Regional girls lacrosse.Boys TennisThe Wildcats pulled out a 3-2 win over the Bombers in a tightly contested match.Kenneth ...

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TRENTON – Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and the Bureau of Securities (Bureau), within the Division of Consumer Affairs, today are warning New Jersey residents about the prevalence of fraudulent investment schemes proliferating across Meta platforms, including on Facebook, Instagram, and ...

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TRENTON – Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and the Bureau of Securities (Bureau), within the Division of Consumer Affairs, today are warning New Jersey residents about the prevalence of fraudulent investment schemes proliferating across Meta platforms, including on Facebook, Instagram, and ...

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TRENTON, NJ — From betting on elections to controversial wagers on life-and-death events, prediction markets have exploded in popularity. Now, New Jersey lawmakers want to shut some of them down.Lawmakers have introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at regulating prediction markets, platforms ...

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NEW BRITAIN TOWNSHIP, PA—New Britain Township police are looking for two individuals they say were involved in a retail theft at the Chalfont Wawa on Butler Avenue and County Line Road.On April 9, 2026, at about 12:20 a.m., the people seen in pictures above and below entered the store’s rear ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ -  It's tournament time! The Parsippany High and Parsippany Hills softball teams will be headed to the Morris County Softball Tournament. The Redhawks are the 17 seed and the Vikings are the 16 seed.The brackets and seeds are as follows: No. 1 seed Morris KnollsNo. 2 seed Morris ...

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TRENTON, NJ — From betting on elections to controversial wagers on life-and-death events, prediction markets have exploded in popularity. Now, New Jersey lawmakers want to shut some of them down.Lawmakers have introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at regulating prediction markets, platforms ...

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EAST HANOVER, NJ - The Hanover Park High School Class of 2026 is continuing its fundraising efforts for Project Graduation with two upcoming community events designed to support a safe, substance-free celebration for seniors.Residents can participate in a “Dine Out for a Cause” fundraiser at ...

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MELBOURNE, FL – The city of Melbourne will participate in National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25, organized by the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). The event will allow the public to safely and anonymously dispose of unused prescription medications.The drop-off ...

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JERSEY CITY, NJ — Twenty-nine members and associates of a Jersey City-based drug trafficking organization have been arrested on charges related to fentanyl and cocaine distribution, as well as firearms offenses, U.S. Attorney Robert Frazer announced this week.The arrests stem from a long-term, ...

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Join guest writer Judy Locke of Richmondville in the Guest Room, where visitors to Executive Editor HB Steadham’s Front Porch (see page 3) stay a little while longer and share a tale of their own. If you’d like to write a Guest Room, email HB.Steadham@ nyvtmedia.com.In February, the Richmondville ...

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CLARK, NJ — Montclair State University just announced its Fall 2025 Dean's List, which included over a dozen Clark residents.The following Clark residents who made Montclair's Fall 2025 Dean's List include:Alexa PulidoreCarson PiresCassie CorsentinoDamian MnichDaniela CastroDylan FormanElla ...

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NUTLEY, NJ - The 5th annual Van Riper Lawn Party will now take place on Sunday April 26.Originally scheduled for Saturday, the forecast is not favorable for an outdoor event. According to Van Riper president, Dante Intindola, all presild tickets will be honored on the new date. Same time, same ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - PSE&G will perform overnight milling and paving work in Somerville and Bridgewater on Friday, April 24. Motorists are advised to follow detour signs. Please note all work is weather permitting.This work will be performed in the area where a gas main was installed earlier this ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — Join the Rahway Public Schools on Wednesday, April 29, at 6 p.m. for a Parent Academy session on the use of artificial intelligence.The session will take place at the Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy, located at 1139 Kline Place.For details and more information, see the attached ...

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TRENTON, NJ — From betting on elections to controversial wagers on life-and-death events, prediction markets have exploded in popularity. Now, New Jersey lawmakers want to shut some of them down.Lawmakers have introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at regulating prediction markets, platforms ...

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TRENTON, NJ — From betting on elections to controversial wagers on life-and-death events, prediction markets have exploded in popularity. Now, New Jersey lawmakers want to shut some of them down.Lawmakers have introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at regulating prediction markets, platforms ...

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EAST ORANGE, NJ – A new workforce development partnership is opening doors for students at East Orange Campus High School, providing a direct pathway into the healthcare field through hands-on training and professional certification.Nine students from the East Orange high school are participating ...

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EAST WINDSOR – HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The last weekend of April 2025 is packed – and we mean packed - with events in and around East Windsor and Hightstown!  Take a scroll through some of the events to participate in during the weekend. National Take-Back Drug Day: The Mercer County Sheriff's Office, ...

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