News
By VICTORIA CARUSO
March 6, 2026
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – At this week’s borough council meeting, a proclamation recognizing March 2026 as ‘Women’s History Month’ was issued by Mayor Matt Anesh with some help from South Plainfield Girl Scouts, including sixth grader Juliette Webb.From her seat at the dais, Juliette, who was one of ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — The Plainfield High School boys basketball team will face Linden on the road on Friday at 6:30pm. The game sold out in less than a minute, but the Plainfield Public Schools have offered the home gym for Plainfield faithful to gather together and watch Plainfield's second straight ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ — A scheduled Superior Court hearing tied to a lawsuit challenging Montclair’s upcoming March 10 school funding referendum was abruptly canceled Wednesday, clearing the immediate path for next week’s vote — but creating a legal limbo that leaves the case far from settled, casting a ...
Princeton, NJ – If you were thinking of absorbing a bit of Algerian culture, on the edge of the Arab world, or of sampling some Ukrainian folk music, hopping on a plane and jetting into those areas may not be the travel adventure of choice these days. But here’s some armchair traveling, with ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Canal Road between Coppermine Road and Old Georgetown Road has been closed until further notice due to severe potholes that have caused multiple accidents, Franklin Township Police Department announced.The closure was prompted by dangerous road conditions, including deep potholes ...
HOLMDEL, NJ – The Township of Holmdel Township marked the beginning of Ramadan with its 4th annual crescent lighting ceremony at Town Hall, welcoming members of the local Muslim community and offering wishes for a peaceful and meaningful holy month, on the evening of February 17.The township ...
NEWTON, NJ—Newton’s Olivia Youngs was among the 13 students recognized for their academic and athletic achievements by the community service organization Pass it Along. The 13 student athletes each earned a Pass It Along Scholar Athlete Award.Newton High School administrators said Young “has ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – A 22-year-old man has admitted to fatally stabbing a Long Branch resident last year, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Wednesday.Nija Faust pleaded guilty Monday before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Jill G. O’Malley to one count of first-degree ...
ROXBURY, NJ – The township's representatives in the state Legislature are criticizing a local teachers’ union for equating the proposed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or ICE detention facility in Roxbury with Nazi concentration camps, asserting the union is doing so in its “participation ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The Hawthorne Environmental Commission and Hawthorne Green Team will be hostingSpring Bird Walks. If you like birds and are interested in learning about them, then our walks are for you. We will identify local birds andshow you how to get started, and more.Our walks begin at 9 a.m.
WOODLAND PARK, NJ - Residents of Woodland Park now have updated resources for home repairs, thanks to the Borough Council’s adoption of a revised Home Improvement Program (HIP) Policies and Procedures Manual for the Fourth Round of affordable housing funding, which will help income-eligible ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ – The League of Women Voters of Fair Lawn is hosting “How to Raise a Citizen,” a special program at the library on Sunday, March 29, 2026.The League, in partnership with the Maurice M. Pine Public Library, invites the community to this special Women’s History Month author event, which ...
NUTLEY, NJ - This weekend the community celebrates Irish-American culture with the largest parade in town, and all the festivities associated with it.With so much going on, everyone will need to refuel with corned beef, the official food of St. Patrick's Day.Pop into Violante's for your corned beef ...
This past Monday, the seats at the Chatham Hickory Tree Cinema were completely packed as families, friends, teachers, and community members gathered for an unforgettable night. The CHS Honors Short Films class premiered their original films on the big screen, transforming months of hard work into a ...
MADISON, NJ - Students at Fairleigh Dickinson University have been named to the Honors and Dean's Lists for the Fall 2025 semester. The Montville Township residents who made the Honors List at FDU's Florham Campus are James Conlon, Jason Spitzberg and Caitlin Halpin and at FDU's Metropolitan Campus ...
MIDDLETOWN, NJ — Residents in Middletown Township are being encouraged to take part in a free training that could help save lives in the community. The Middletown Alliance, in partnership with JSAS HealthCare, Inc., will host a Free Narcan/Naloxone Administration Training on Saturday, March 21 from ...
BARNEGAT, NJ – The Barnegat Township School District is shining a spotlight on the unsung heroes of its educational community. This week, the district officially announced its Outstanding Staff Members of the Year, recognizing seven individuals whose dedication keeps the district running smoothly, ...
SOMERSET, NJ — The top-seeded Franklin girls basketball team stormed back with a huge fourth quarter to beat third-seeded Hillsborough for the NJSIAA Central Jersey, Group 4 championship on Thursday night.The Warriors found themselves in a 39-30 hole after three quarters, but they unleashed a 22-2 ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out.Lobster Ravioli w/choice of Vodka, Marinara or Alfredo Sauce, served with Garlic Bread $15.50Crab Cake on a Brioche Roll, Lettuce, Tomato & Chipotle, served with FF $15.50Homemade Egg ...
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has thrown its full weight behind a legislative push by Senate President Nick Scutari to repeal the controversial New Jersey Resilient Environments and Landscapes (REAL) Rule.In a unanimous show of support, the Board praised Scutari’s newly ...
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has thrown its full weight behind a legislative push by Senate President Nick Scutari to repeal the controversial New Jersey Resilient Environments and Landscapes (REAL) Rule.In a unanimous show of support, the Board praised Scutari’s newly ...
HAMILTON, NJ - Hamilton residents looking to strengthen their financial habits and improve their overall financial stability will have an opportunity to learn practical strategies during a free virtual workshop hosted later this month.The John O. Wilson Hamilton Neighborhood Center, Inc., in ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Members of the South Orange Planning Board received a detailed overview of how local land-use decisions are governed under New Jersey law during their March 4 meeting, with board attorney William Sullivan outlining the board’s role in zoning, redevelopment reviews and development ...
STAFFORD– In a room filled with gratitude and somber reflection, the Stafford Township Council paused during its March 3rd meeting to honor four local police officers whose split-second decisions and physical bravery saved a life during a devastating house fire last month.Mayor Henken and the ...
BOCA RATON, FL — A Boca Raton landlord demanding rent showed up with a gun instead of a late notice — and left in handcuffs.Eugene Weinraub, 80, was arrested March 3 after authorities say he went unannounced to his rental property on Boston Court in Lake Worth, brandished a firearm and threatened ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — When the Coconut Creek High School Cougars take to the football field next season, they’ll be doing it on new artificial turf and under a new video board, if school officials approve additional money for the planned projects. The School Board of Broward County is expected to ...
BOCA RATON, FL - If you enjoy chili, live entertainment, and a lively community gathering, Boca Raton residents will have plenty to savor this weekend.The Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Community Cookout and Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, March 7, bringing an afternoon of food, ...
DEERFIELD BEACH — Construction is nearing the finish line on a new $41 million medical hub that promises to reshape emergency and specialty care access for residents in north Broward's coastal area, including Pompano Beach.Holy Cross Health confirmed this week that its freestanding ER facility, the ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is investigating shots fired at a medical plaza at U.S. 441 and Palmetto Park Road just before 10 a.m. Thursday.Three people have been detained, and charges are still pending as deputies investigate, said Teri Barbera, a sheriff’s office ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Since the 2018 mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School that killed his 14-year-old son Alex, Coral Springs resident Max Schachter has worked with federal and state leaders to advance school safety policies and resources.Later this month, Schachter’s nonprofit, Safe ...