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March 9, 2026

SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - It’s only March, but 2026 is already shaping up to be a huge year in the borough. On March 10, South Plainfield is marking its 100th birthday. That’s right! South Plainfield is turning 100. The Borough of South Plainfield was incorporated on March 10, 1926. Now, to put the ...

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Dear Rusty: My girlfriend is 65 and she just enrolled in Medicare. She is still working full-time as a nurse, but they are still deducting Medicare taxes from her paycheck. I thought as soon as you started Medicare, that they would no longer take any Medicare taxes from her paychecks. Is that not ...

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HAMILTON, NJ - Area drivers are being advised that Saturday’s annual St. Patrick’s Day parade will cause road closures and detours.As previously reported by TAPinto Hamilton, the parade, presented by the Ancient Order of Hibernians, begins at 1:00 p.m. with opening ceremonies taking place at 12:30 ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - For most families, laundry is simply part of the weekly routine. But as schedules get busier, more families are reconsidering whether doing it all at home all the time is still the most practical option. With professional drop-off wash, dry & fold, and pickup and delivery ...

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MORRIS PLAINS, NJ — Residents will have an opportunity to give back this St. Patrick’s season when a community blood drive comes to the Morris Plains Community Center on Thursday, March 12, 2026.The drive will run from 1 to 7 p.m. at the community center, located at 51 Jim Fear Drive in Morris ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ — Gardeners, plant lovers, and spring shoppers will have a chance to stock up for the growing season when the Garden Club of Morristown holds its Annual Plant Sale on Saturday, May 9 at the New Vernon Fire House.The sale will run from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 22 Village Road in New ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ — Gardeners, plant lovers, and spring shoppers will have a chance to stock up for the growing season when the Garden Club of Morristown holds its Annual Plant Sale on Saturday, May 9 at the New Vernon Fire House.The sale will run from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 22 Village Road in New ...

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PARAMUS, NJ — Carol Morris lost five of her 12 children to drug overdose. One son, Andrew, whom she called Doug, overdosed 10 times before he died."In a tough time, he injected, walked out to the kitchen, and dropped dead on the kitchen floor," she said.Morris' heartbreaking story is one of 200 ...

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MADISON, NJ -  Here's what's happening in and around town this week; Monday, March 9 - Friday March 13MONDAY MARCH 9Madison Council Meeting; Hartley Dodge; 8pmTUESDAY MARCH 10Book Sale; Morristown and Morris Township Library; 10amMahjong Tuesdays; Free and Open to all; Madison Community Arts ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - The Harding School PTO recently posted the upcoming March events on their social media page.Please see the above flyer for the events and dates. The next PTO meeting will take place on Thursday, March 19, at 7 p.m. Related Articles:Kenilworth's Harding Elementary School Principals' ...

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ROSELLE, NJ — Roselle residents can now connect with borough leaders in a new way.The Borough has launched a constituent services form, where residents can submit concerns online."Our goal is to ensure that every resident is heard and that their issues are addressed with the urgency they deserve," ...

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Basking Ridge, NJ — With the weather beginning to warm up and more people are getting out many are looking to head out for walks and hikes.  Remember, trails at the Environmental Education Center at Lord Stirling Park remain closed to the public as officials respond to a localized outbreak of ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Here's what's happening in and around town this week; Monday, March 9 - Friday March 13MONDAY MARCH 9Morris Township Special Committee Meeting; Municipal Building; 6pmMoonlight Meditation; Morristown and Morris Township Library; 8:30pmTUESDAY MARCH 10Book Sale; Morristown and ...

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RED BANK, NJ: The Red Bank Planning Board will hold their regular meeting on Wednesday, March 11, 7:00pm, at Borough Hall, 90 Monmouth Street.Highlights of the AgendaThe Red Bank Planning Board is scheduled to review a presentation of a proposed rehabilitation plan for 26–28 Shrewsbury Avenue this ...

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Nutley Family Service Bureau thanks Lori Monaco for sponsoring our upcoming event, Thrift the Runway Fashion Show, with a $100 Bronze Sponsorship. Please take a moment to visit their website at https://monacorealtyllc.com/. Join us on Friday, March 27th, at Nutley High School, 300 Franklin Avenue, ...

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SUMMIT, NJ — With taxes and affordability on residents’ minds, the president and vice president of the Summit Board of Education are hosting Coffee and Conversation at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, in the Summit High School cafeteria to discuss district priorities and the proposed 5.17 percent levy ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — Keta Medical Center celebrated the grand opening of its Westfield location last week.Part of a growing network of ketamine clinics, the office at 560 Springfield Ave. works with people facing treatment-resistant mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, ...

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SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ – Several Raiders continued their post-season success during the past week. Good luck to the wrestlers who will compete in Atlantic City next weekend!Winter Track:Delaney Farley earned bronze in the 55-meter dash at the NJSIAA Meet of Champions. Boys Wrestling:Scotch ...

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WESTAMPTON, NJ — Are you a new driver, or maybe have a teenager who just received their license? Are you interested in an auto insurance rate discount or maybe a point reduction on your driving record? The Burlington County Sheriff's Department has the program for you!The Sheriff's Department will ...

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MOUNT HOLLY – Burlington County is close to adding another significant property in Springfield to its inventory of preserved farmland and open space.The Burlington County Commissioners voted in February to authorize the Department of Resource Conservation to enter into a final contract agreement to ...

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07), Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), and Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) have sent a letter to Amtrak President Roger Harris urging robust Acela and Northeast Regional train service to Trenton Transit Center (TRE) and Metropark (MET) ahead of a historic ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ — Need help figuring out your new phone, tablet, e-reader, or laptop?  The Johnson Public Library teaches patrons about the free e-resources available to them with their library card.Bring your charged-up device and JPL staff will answer your questions!The event will take place on ...

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PARAMUS, NJ — Carol Morris lost five of her 12 children to drug overdose. One son, Andrew, whom she called Doug, overdosed 10 times before he died."In a tough time, he injected, walked out to the kitchen, and dropped dead on the kitchen floor," she said.Morris' heartbreaking story is one of 200 ...

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EDSION, NJ - A 14-year-old Edison High School student was struck at a crosswalk on Thursday night, according to police. Authorities say the female juvenile was transported to the hospital and is in stable condition.At 6:45 PM, the teenager was struck by a 2025 Jeep Wrangler while crossing Old Post ...

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Children who dream of being a musician, dancer, singer, composer or Broadway performer, are invited to join the Ridgewood Arts Council at the Library on Sunday, March 15.Taking place at 2 p.m. is an inspiring and informative afternoon featuring young artists who will share their ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway High School (RHS) bowling team, under the direction of Head Coach Osaze Morris, had some great news to report recently, as two Rahway bowlers advanced to the Individual State Tournament.Sophomore Paityn Torres and junior Nechama Davila competed in the NJSIAA Individual ...

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HAWTHORNE, NJ — Seems as though we could be quite done with significant snow this year, according to The Old Farmer's Almanac. But Hawthorne learned its lesson about trusting individuals who, they believe, should automatically clear around hydrants and not throw snow into the public roadways.The ...

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PARAMUS, NJ — Open to kids in first through eighth grade, early-bird registration for Paramus Jr Football ends on Monday, April 6.The fee is $250 per participant and will rise to $350 after the early-bird deal ends. Register here.Pre-Season Timeline:Off-season Workouts: Begin Sunday, May 24Location ...

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SOUTH RIVER, NJ — A police investigation that began with what appeared to be a routine dispute has led to the arrest of an Old Bridge woman accused of operating an unlicensed dental practice in the borough, police Chief Mark Tinitigan said in a press release.Police executed a search warrant on ...

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