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March 2, 2026

Just six months since opening its doors, Mendham Borough’s Here and Now Yoga Studio is already making a distinct impression on the local wellness community, offering far more than a workout, and instead delivering a carefully crafted, all-around positive energy experience.Owned by certified yoga ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - Located at 505 North Michigan Avenue, Sculpt Fitness recently announced the March Member of the Month. Please see the following message from Sculpt Fitness.“Judy is celebrating FOUR years with us on March 21 and what an incredible four years it has been. She is truly one of the ...

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RENSSELAERVILLE — A series of programs open to the public will be held in Rensselaerville at Hilltown Commons in March and April.  The programs, open to all area residents, are sponsored by the Rensselaerville Historical Society, Hilltown Commons, and the Rensselaerville Library.Hilltown Commons is ...

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SUMMIT, NJ – The city announced the following streets and areas have upcoming road work scheduled. Road closures and detours may be in effect in these areas; please leave extra time while driving in or near these areas. The schedule is subject to change and updates are added throughout the ...

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Little is known of the very early schools in Coeymans. Spafford’s Gazetteer of New York, of 1824, lists 15 schools. In 1865, the area contained 14 school districts. By 1885, the number of schools had risen to 17.Small school buildings were chosen in key areas where there was a significant number of ...

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EAST GREENBUSH – For the last two months, most Rensselaer County department heads have not attended the legislative committee meetings at the direction of County Executive Steve McLauglin. He told the Renss Lens through his spokesman Rich Christ “We are putting forward a more efficient and ...

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Dean’s List:University at AlbanyALBANY--The dean’s list at the University at Albany recognizes the outstanding academic achievements of full-time undergraduate students.To qualify for the dean’s list, students must earn a grade point average (GPA) of 3.25 or higher in their first semester of study ...

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PARAMUS, NJ — Paramus students are invited to an afternoon of fun at the Paramus Reid Branch Library.On Monday, March 2, at 3 p.m., the Read Across America Day celebration will be stacked with crafts, snacks, giveaways and a storytime with Mayor Christopher DiPiazza.The event is open to those in ...

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COLOMBIA – Before we adjusted to the language, understood the geography, we noticed the color. Bright yellow buildings glowing at sunset. Streets tainted in shades of turquoise, coral and blue. Fruit carts overflowing with mangoes, pineapples and every fruit imaginable. Even the transportation felt ...

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NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ -Zoey Barbato has always loved music, but this year, her passion is reaching new heights. The middle school student recently earned a coveted spot as one of only two violists in her school’s Chamber Orchestra, a selective ensemble that showcases the top young musicians. For Zoey, ...

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Believer’s baptism and baptismal regeneration represent two distinct views on the role of water baptism in salvation. Believer’s baptism holds that baptism is an outward, symbolic act of obedience performed “after” a person has consciously trusted in Jesus Christ and His blood for salvation.

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RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway Public School District announced several changes to the schedule of March 2025 Board of Education (BOE) meetings.RESCHEDULED: REGULAR BOARD MEETING The meeting originally scheduled for February 24, 2026, has been rescheduled and relocated as follows:DATE: Tuesday, March 3, ...

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Dear Rusty: I have been working somewhat consistently since commencing my Social Security benefit income. I’ve been collecting since my full benefit age of 66, approximately. I’m now 81, and customarily, in about October of each calendar year, Social Security notifies me of additional benefits from ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the above flyer of events hosted by the Kenilworth Public Library the week of March 2 - March 6. Related Articles:Kenilworth Public Library March 2026 Children's EventsKenilworth Public Library Welcomes New Coordinator of Children's Services  Have a news tip, feedback or ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - A portion of Route 18 northbound will be closed during overnight hours this week, according to NJDOT. Motorists are advised to slow down, use caution and expect delays when driving through the work zone. The closure is necessary to reconstruct the right lane on Route ...

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JERSEY CITY, NJ - Kushner Real Estate Group (KRE) will, in coordination with the Solomon Administration, add affordable housing for Jersey City residents at 808 Pavonia Avenue and explore ways to provide community space at the space originally designated for the Pompidou Museum, Mayor James Solomon ...

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SAYREVILLE, NJ — Last Friday morning, Sayreville War Memorial High School celebrated academic excellence as the Top 10 students from the Class of 2026 were formally recognized last week.During the ceremony, Donna Sicola, Director of School Counseling Services, and Richard Gluchowski, Principal of ...

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UPDATE: 12:45 pm - Water Service has been restored.TOTOWA, NJ - Borough officials are advising residents of a water main break on Raphael Road that may temporarily affect water service in the surrounding area.According to a notice issued by the borough, residents nearby may experience low water ...

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SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Residents worried about late fees regarding the latest borough water bills can breathe a sigh of relief. The current water bills are not due on Monday, March 2, as incorrectly stated on the bill. According to a Nixle advisory sent to residents from the Spotswood Police Department, ...

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MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Mercer County's 14th Annual Mercer County Cultural Festival & Food Truck Rally will be held on Saturday, June 6th, at Mercer County Park in West Windsor, Mercer County Executive Dan Benson announced on Friday. “In Mercer County, we understand that our diversity is our ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - On Friday afternoon, the Brearley Girls Varsity Basketball team won its first game in the NJSIAA Central Group 1 Tournament beating 12-seed Highland Park by the score of 62-44. The Bears defense dominated in the early going of the match, pushing the team to an 17-3 after the first ...

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CAMDEN COUNTY, NJ — A well-traveled ramp on I-295 is scheduled to be closed overnight this week, according to an announcement by the New Jersey Department of Transportation. The closure of the I-295 southbound ramp to Route 42 southbound and I-295 southbound — also known as “Al Jo’s Curve” — is ...

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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – If you’re ever in an emergency situation but unable to place a call, you can now text 911.It’s easy: Using any cell phone, open a new text message and type 911 as the recipient. Then text your name and the address of your location, and describe the type of help you need.If you ...

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TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey residents should be aware of a new phone scam that makes victims believe that the call is coming from an official government office.According to the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH), a phone scam is currently circulating in which the callers claim to be NJDOH ...

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BERNARDSVILLE BOROUGH, NJ - The Bernardsville Borough Council will once again recognize its outstanding volunteers and is seeking nominations. The award program, begun in 1989 by Citizens for a Better Bernardsville, has since been hosted by the Mayor and Council. The award had become a tradition in ...

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MOUNT HOLLY – Burlington County has completed an in-depth study into how to expand its network of accessible trails to include an additional 50 miles through central and southern Burlington County in the towns of Mount Laurel, Moorestown, Maple Shade, Evesham, Medford, Tabernacle, Southampton and ...

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HAMILTON, NJ - Families in need of diapers can now register for the John O. Wilson Center’s upcoming diaper giveaway, scheduled for March 20, from 2 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 169 Wilfred Ave.The event, hosted in partnership with Children’s Futures, aims to support families facing financial hardship by ...

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COCONUT CREEK, FL — Philip Alleman, a drafting teacher at Atlantic Technical College and Technical High School in Coconut Creek, was named runner-up for the 2026 Career and Technical Education Teacher of the Year, school officials announced on Friday. Broward County Public Schools recognized top ...

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WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Woodmont Industrial Partners has sold its warehouse-distribution facility at 51 New Brunswick Ave. in Hopelawn, for a reported $21 million to Connecticut-based Sagard Real Estate.Fairfield-based Woodmont said the sale “reflects the property’s strong, long-term position in one of ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — The Mountainside Public Library will be closed on Wednesday.According to a post on social media, there will be a staff development day, causing the library to close.The library is scheduled to reopen Thursday at 9:30 a.m.

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