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By TAPINTO NEWS STAFF
April 20, 2026
NEW JERSEY — A Middlesex County woman will serve 20 months in a federal prison for fraudulently obtaining nearly $200,000 in COVID-19 emergency relief funds, according to the US Attorney for New Jersey.US District Judge Robert Kirsch sentenced 42-year-old Damaris Valerio – also known as Damaris ...
Mayor Kelly and the Nutley Department of Public Affairs and Health in participation with various Nutley Organizations are pleased to announce the following events throughout the month of May in recognition of the 250th Celebration of our Nation.Saturday, May 23rd – Walk in the Park TourStarts ...
Red Bank Public Library Newsletter for the Week of April 27Monmouth County is gearing up for its America 250 festivities! Stop by RBPL to check out our America 250 table, where you can pick up brochures, pamphlets, and flyers highlighting all the exciting events happening throughout Monmouth ...
POMPANO BEACH — A local nursing assistant will trade his Pompano Beach residence for a federal prison cell after being sentenced Monday to nine years for his role in an $11.4 million health care fraud conspiracy.Christian “Chris” Cruz, 45, was also ordered to pay $3.7 million in restitution for a ...
Victory number two in the brief history of the Bloomfield High flag football team came on April 13.The Bengals defeated Barringer for the program's first shutout, 24-0, at Branch Brook Park, in Newark. The win improved Bloomfield's record to 2-1 on the season.Head coach Deborah Schulze's team will ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Red Meat Lovers Club, which has Boca Raton roots, has built a following around steaks and burgers — and now its founder is being recognized by White Castle as one of the brand’s most devoted fans.Delray Beach resident Evan Darnell, who organizes the philanthropy-focused club and is ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — A Coconut Creek nonprofit that provides free mental health support to grieving and traumatized children is mourning the loss of a beloved therapy horse while managing a contagious disease outbreak that has placed its entire herd under quarantine.Tomorrow's Rainbow, which has ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out. Shrimp Lo Mein $15.50Blackened Mozz Burger topped with Jalapenos & Chipotle Mayo, served with Tots $15.50Grilled Chicken & Swiss, Bacon, Sautee Onions & BBQ Sauce on a ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — Students from Sayreville War Memorial High School’s “Odyssey of the Mind” club delivered impressive performances to win Odyssey’s state tournament. Now, these teams will represent New Jersey at the World Final championship in May.Competing on March 28th, at Princeton High School, ...
WAYNE, NJ - It was another beautiful spring morning for the annual opening day parade and festivities for Wayne Little League. More than 750 players, spread across 63 teams and supported by about 200 volunteer coaches, took part in Saturday’s ceremonies at Dotterweich Field to open the 2026 ...
NEW JERSEY – In November 2023, Governor Phil Murphy announced the Advanced Clean Cars II program, which set a goal of having all new cars and light-duty trucks sold in the state be either electric or hybrid vehicles by 2035. At that time, Murphy said that his planned phase-out of gasoline-fueled ...
GOLD COAST, NJ — This is Part 1 of a three-part series examining how the long-standing “college-first” mindset in the United States has shaped education pathways—and contributed to a growing gap in the skilled trades workforce.For decades, the message to American students has been consistent: if ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Cold weather in Nutley has been like one of those arguments where, after a great deal of bitter shouting, a door is slammed, then the return, proclaiming, “and one more thing!”Residents can expect one more thing tonight, as temperatures are expected to drop below freezing ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Under sunny skies with a little bit of an early morning chill in the air on Saturday, the Friends of the East Brunswick Environmental Commission's spring Freecylcing Day took over the front parking lot of the Community Arts Center. What's freecycling? Freecycling is both a ...
FLEMINGTON – The discussion about whether to condemn a portion of Turntable Junction for redevelopment was briefly derailed by the Flemington Planning Board April 14.The meeting agenda called for a discussion responding to an ordinance passed April 13 by the borough council that directed the ...
ST. BONAVENTURE, NY — Former Penn State University freshman Mason Blackwood has committed to St. Bonaventure University, with three years of eligibility, he told ESPN’s Pete Thamel.Blackwood, a 6-foot-7 forward from nearby Rochester, New York, becomes a key local pickup for the Bonnies as the ...
COLONIA, NJ - After Friday night's exciting ninth-inning win over Somerville High School in the 2026 Autism Awareness Challenge, the Chargers varsity baseball team was back on the diamond to start a home-at-home with Colonia High School on Saturday. It would be another extra inning game with the ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - South Brunswick Public Library's Mobile Branch was back on the road this weekend. The library's popular Mobile Branch, formerly known as the Bookmobile, was on the shelf for a while because of repairs. It's back now and on the road again, making its first stop at the Holi in ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Residents have asked the township council for help with speeding drivers in several sections of the municipality.Local resident David Kitchen appeared before the governing body April 9 for what he labeled as ongoing concerns about speeding on Vosseller Avenue, particularly with ...
MADISON, NJ - Here's what's happening in and around town this week; Monday April 20 - Friday April 24MONDAY APRIL 20Knitting and More Group; Madison Library; 1pm - 3pmMadison Boys Golf vs TBD at Echo Lake; 12pmMadison Baseball vs Whippany Park at Whippany Park; 4pmMadison Girls Golf vs Academy of ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Guided by boundless energy and uncommon athleticism, Drew Gullo recently surpassed the 400-save mark as the goalie for the New Providence boys lacrosse team.Gullo is currently in the midst of a stretch in which he has made double-digit saves in six consecutive games, including ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — On a picture-perfect spring day, New Providence launched what organizers hope will become a beloved annual tradition. The first Reverend Caldwell Day — a borough-wide day of giving held in honor of a local Revolutionary War patriot — drew residents and volunteers of all ages to ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ – The Morris Plains Planning Board is scheduled to meet Monday, April 20, with discussion set to include a review of the borough’s revised application process.The regular meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at 531 Speedwell Ave.Committee reports are scheduled from ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Be sure to check out this week’s Colonial Corner. This edition features updates on La Noche de la Hispanidad, a college admissions information session, a Tricorn art and photo request, a Skills and Trades Apprenticeship field trip, a volunteer opportunity with the Morris County ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Here's what's happening in and around town this week; Monday April 20 - Friday April 24MONDAY APRIL 20Morristown Boys Tennis vs West Morris Central; FMS; 4pmMorristown Track and Field vs Hillsborough at Hillsborough; 4pmMorristown Girls Lacrosse vs Chatham at Morristown; ...
Clinton, NJ – On Friday, April 17th, Towne Restaurant in Clinton was in the spotlight for a federal official's tours of central New Jersey and Bucks County, Pa. businesses, as the U.S. Small Business Administration's Deputy Administrator William “Bill” Briggs met with small business owner Dino ...
SPARTA, NJ – The unsung heroes of safety in Sparta, the 13 dispatchers that serve Sparta and four other municipalities were celebrated last week during 2026 National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.Sparta Police Chief Jeff McCarrick said, “Our dispatchers are the first voice someone hears with ...
NEWTON, NJ—The Newton High School softball team has three wins in a row, beating Hackettstown, Boonton and Mountain Lakes. On Saturday the Braves hosted the Lakers beating them 9-5. Emma Trout and Bella Deleon each crossed the plate twice. Trout went 3-for-5 with three singles and an RBI. Deleon ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – A Freeze Warning is in effect for Morris County from midnight tonight through 9 a.m. Tuesday, with forecasters warning that sub-freezing temperatures could damage crops, sensitive vegetation and unprotected outdoor plumbing.The National Weather Service said a Frost Advisory ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – Springfield Township Committee members discussed the three design proposals received for Oakland Park at the governing body's April 14 meeting.Committee members expressed concern over unexpectedly high pricing—particularly a $400,000 estimate for a gazebo and small stage ...