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By TAPINTO EAST WINDSOR/HIGHTSTOWN
March 8, 2026
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General (AG) Jennifer Davenport announced on Tuesday that 15 alleged members of a violent street gang based in Trenton, Mercer County have been indicted. The AG said that the alleged gang, which was led by Justice Chambers, 25, of Trenton, is responsible for ...
MILLBURN, NJ – March is National Kidney Month, a time to raise awareness about kidney health and the urgent need for lifesaving organ and tissue donation. According to the National Kidney Foundation, 37 million Americans are living with kidney disease, and nearly 90,000 people are currently waiting ...
It was a tremendous season at Bloomfield High this winter, for the boys and girls bowling teams.Led by head coach Phil Rapavi, the Bengals combined for a record of 22-8, with each team winning 11 times."The Bloomfield bowling program had a very successful season, despite not winning any ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners on Monday announced the appointment of Cpt. John da Silva as the 12th Chief of the Union County Police Department, effective immediately.The announcement marks the permanent filling of the role following the retirement of former ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ — For 40 years, the Relay For Life movement has been a support group and large fundraising effort for those touched by cancer. On May 30, 2026, Relay for Life arrives at the Warren County Fairgrounds as Warren County unites for the annual Relay For Life.The theme for 2026 is "Give ...
HUDSON—A Hillsdale man, who faced multiple counts of alleged sexual assault against minors, was found guilty in Columbia County Court before Judge Brian Herman March 2 on all eight counts related to the illegal possession of weapons and ammunition found in his home as part of last year’s ...
NEW JERSEY — No big surprise: A new WalletHub study confirms what most property owners here know. We get heavily taxed year-after-year for our homes and businesses. New Jersey came in last – ranking at #51 among all US states and the District of Columbia – from California-based WaletlHub analysts ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — The annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration at Darby Road (450 Park Ave., Scotch Plains) will return in 2026 with five days of festivities, live entertainment and family-friendly activities leading up to St. Patrick’s Day.The 2026 festival is scheduled to run from Friday, March 13, ...
PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ - Passaic County is cooperating with state and federal officials following a malware attack on its systems last week.On March 4, county officials announced that a malware attack affected the Information Technology (IT) systems and disrupted phone lines. The county initially ...
NUTLEY, NJ - The Nutley Irish American Association held their 47th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade Investiture Mass on Saturday morning, March 7, before the parade. The Rory O’Moore School of Pipes and Drums marched everyone into the St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church.The honorees this year were ...
High Bridge, NJ – One of several hot button topics raised during the High Bridge Borough Council meeting on Thursday, February 26th was the public hearing on setting the High Bridge Hills Golf Club rates for 2026. Some residents leaned on the chances of the municipal officials taking a broader view ...
Coming Soon!!! Rescheduled from January 2026. Nutley Little Theatre March Staged Reading.Our staged reading - an original script, WITH A CAPITAL C written by Drew University alum, Lawrence Paone and directed by another Drew alum, Mead Winters—will now be presented on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 7:00 ...
There was a tremendous turnout and great vibe at the 17th annual Town of Clinton Yuletide Bonfire & Fireworks Extravaganza, held at Hunts Mill Park on Saturday night, March 7th. Neighbors and newcomers joined in the festivities, as the Town of Clinton Rec. Committee and other volunteers set up ...
COLONIA, NJ – At first glance of the boxscore, it might look like Colonia's super sophomore guard Jayce Rodriguez overpowered Chatham with his game-high 25 points in the NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 2, Group 3 boys basketball final on Saturday.Sure, Rodriguez was a force to be reckoned with, but ...
COLTS NECK, NJ — The Colts Neck girls basketball team claimed its first sectional championship in 12 years with a 43-28 victory over Red Bank in the final round of the NJSIAA Central Jersey, Group 2 tournament on Saturday afternoon.Sophomore Allison McAndrew scored 17 points for Colts Neck (23-6), ...
PATERSON, NJ - You may have lost an hour of sleep, but today will be brighter for an hour longer than yesterday.Daylight Savings Time began at 2 a.m. on Sunday.If you haven’t already, remember to "spring forward” by setting your clocks forward one hour before you start your day.Changing our clocks ...
PATERSON, NJ - You may have lost an hour of sleep, but today will be brighter for an hour longer than yesterday.Daylight Savings Time began at 2 a.m. on Sunday.If you haven’t already, remember to "spring forward” by setting your clocks forward one hour before you start your day.Changing our clocks ...
PATERSON, NJ - You may have lost an hour of sleep, but today will be brighter for an hour longer than yesterday.Daylight Savings Time began at 2 a.m. on Sunday.If you haven’t already, remember to "spring forward” by setting your clocks forward one hour before you start your day.Changing our clocks ...
PATERSON, NJ - You may have lost an hour of sleep, but today will be brighter for an hour longer than yesterday.Daylight Savings Time began at 2 a.m. on Sunday.If you haven’t already, remember to "spring forward” by setting your clocks forward one hour before you start your day.Changing our clocks ...
PATERSON, NJ - You may have lost an hour of sleep, but today will be brighter for an hour longer than yesterday.Daylight Savings Time began at 2 a.m. on Sunday.If you haven’t already, remember to "spring forward” by setting your clocks forward one hour before you start your day.Changing our clocks ...
WAYNE, NJ — The Wayne Township Council introduced two ordinances Wednesday night that would amend the township’s land development code, each aimed at reducing regulatory hurdles. They are the latest of several recent ordinances the council has passed to help streamline processes for residents and ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ — Hasbrouck Heights High School announced the top three students of the Class of 2026, recognizing their outstanding academic achievements, dedication, and leadership.This year’s Valedictorian is Laquan Archibald, the Salutatorian is Parishay Syed, and Third Honors is Carter ...
CHATHAM, NJ – The Chatham girls basketball team came up with the literal example of what it means for a Cougar team to defend their title on Saturday in the NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 2, Group 3 final before a packed house at CHS.“Our defense has been amazing this whole tournament, and it showed ...
MOUNT OLIVE, NJ – It was a rough day for the Hasbrouck Heights High School wrestlers at the Region 2 meet at Mount Olive High School. Eight Aviators qualified for the meet last weekend in the District meet. No one qualified for the state championships in Atlantic City.Mateo Toledo had the most ...
Springing Forward into Showers: Your Local Sunday ForecastMONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — If you’re feeling a bit groggy this morning, you aren’t alone. At 2:00 a.m., the clocks officially "sprung forward," marking the start of Daylight Saving Time. While we’ve traded an hour of sleep for a later sunset, ...
Springing Forward into Showers: Your Local Sunday ForecastMONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — If you’re feeling a bit groggy this morning, you aren’t alone. At 2:00 a.m., the clocks officially "sprung forward," marking the start of Daylight Saving Time. While we’ve traded an hour of sleep for a later sunset, ...
ANDOVER, NJ – After the flurry of activities following the fire that destroyed the OSCAR animal shelter, owner Cassie Kowalchuk said the work continues.“There is so much to do,” Kowalchuk said. “Every time you think you’ve accomplished something there is something else that needs to be done.”She ...
ANDOVER, NJ – After the flurry of activities following the fire that destroyed the OSCAR animal shelter, owner Cassie Kowalchuk said the work continues.“There is so much to do,” Kowalchuk said. “Every time you think you’ve accomplished something there is something else that needs to be done.”She ...
Springing Forward into Showers: Your Local Sunday ForecastMONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — If you’re feeling a bit groggy this morning, you aren’t alone. At 2:00 a.m., the clocks officially "sprung forward," marking the start of Daylight Saving Time. While we’ve traded an hour of sleep for a later sunset, ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — The deadline to submit completed petitions for candidacy in the April 2026 Westfield School Board election was March 2. Three candidates are running for three 3-year terms.The Westfield Police Department, in partnership with the Westfield Optimist Club, will host the town's annual ...