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April 18, 2026

PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Olivia Miles, a Sts. Philip and James elementary school graduate who also played in the Lady Liners AAU program, was picked second overall on Monday by the Minnesota Lynx in the WNBA player draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards in New York City.Born in Summit N.J. before moving to ...

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HAWTHORNE, NJ — The Lunch Bunch of the Activities Club, under the chairmanship of Chris Megalos, convened its April lunch at Black Jack Mulligans.

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LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Passaic Valley's softball team scored consistently throughout the game and recorded a 16-0 win over Clifton on Friday.The Hornets finished with 13 hits and 13 RBIs, generating offense across the lineup. Kylie Allmendinger led the way with two hits and four RBIs, while Lily ...

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LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Passaic Valley scored in double digits and pulled away for a 15-9 win over Eastside on Friday. The game featured steady offensive production from the Hornets, which finished with eight hits and 12 RBIs. Peyton Reynolds led the way with three hits and three RBIs, while also ...

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ROXBURY, NJ - At the recent, bimonthly Ever Young Seniors meeting, Roxbury Police Chief Matt Holland answered residents' questions, provided township information and brought his adorable cavapoo, Daisy. Matt did say he's undoubtedly the ‘biggest’ chief in New Jersey with the ‘tiniest’ dog! Daisy ...

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NEW JERSEY — In 2026, feeling “broke” isn’t always about what’s in your bank account — it’s about the small, everyday habits quietly shaping how people spend, save, and get by.From refreshing banking apps like social media feeds to sneaking snacks into the movies, a new survey reveals that New ...

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NEW JERSEY — In 2026, feeling “broke” isn’t always about what’s in your bank account — it’s about the small, everyday habits quietly shaping how people spend, save, and get by.From refreshing banking apps like social media feeds to sneaking snacks into the movies, a new survey reveals that New ...

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CAMDEN, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill visited CAMcare Health on Friday to spotlight her FY2027 state budget plan to expand New Jersey’s universal home nurse program for new moms and babies to all 21 counties by 2027.Camden County is the latest to participate in the state’s Family Connects NJ, a program ...

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PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Charter School for Science and Technology girls middle school basketball team was recognized by the Paterson City Council after completing a perfect 13-0 season and capturing two championships in the program’s first year of competition.The Lions finished undefeated ...

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CLARK, NJ — There will be a Clark Township Council meeting on Monday, April 20, beginning at 7:30 p.m.The meeting will be held in the Clark Council Chambers, located at 315 Westfield Ave.The meeting agenda can be found here.[Don’t miss any TAPinto Clark news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for ...

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CLERMONT—Clermont State Historic Site, 1 Clermont Avenue, hosts America 250: Revolutionary New York: 250 Years of Social Change talk with Ashley Hopkins-Benton in the Visitor Center, Sunday, April 19 at 2 p.m. FreeAs commemorations of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution begin, the ways ...

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COCONUT CREEK, FL — The Coconut Creek Walmart Supercenter is among dozens across Florida slated for major upgrades as part of the retailer’s broader effort to modernize its shopping experience.Walmart on Thursday announced plans to remodel 58 stores statewide in 2026, including locations across ...

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 BOCA RATON, FL — Boynton Beach police have arrested a 30-year-old Boca Raton man on a grand theft auto charge in connection with a vehicle stolen outside a liquor store late last year.According to an arrest report, in November a man left his girlfriend’s 2012 Hyundai Sonata running outside BMT ...

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JERSEY CITY, NJ - A ruptured appendix, a bike crash that left the rider facing blindness, and a serious asthma attack were just some of the remedies that residents have sought care for at the former Christ Hospital over the years.That care, with the gradual, and what elected officials and activists ...

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SCHOHARIE – The Town of Schoharie Board meeting went by quickly on April 8. Highway Superintendent Charlie Reed alerted the Council that 15 acres off Highway 7 has been listed for $90,000. As the Town has been looking for a location for a highway garage, and there’s $90,000 in American Rescue Plan ...

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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 ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — The hallways of Roosevelt Elementary were glowing this week as Mrs. Bradley’s 6th-grade science students took on the “Mirror Challenge,” a high-energy, hands-on investigation into the physics of light and waves.Tasked with navigating light around obstacles to hit hidden targets, these ...

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Hunterdon County officials are encouraging all motorists to remain patient and cautious when traveling on roads where farm equipment may be present, helping to protect both drivers and members of the agricultural community.Hunterdon County Commissioner Board Deputy Director and former Raritan ...

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RANDOLPH, NJ- The Randolph boys lacrosse team started off the season with a record of 2-3 in their first five games, with two of those losses coming to annual power Mountain Lakes, and undefeated ( 8-0 ) West Morris. Since then, the Rams have kicked things into high gear, going 3-1 over their next ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — New signs, a new wellness business and the safety of pedestrians at one of Westfield’s busiest south side strips were discussed April 6 at the Westfield Planning Board meeting. Two variances were approved for 500 Central Ave, a mixed-use building with businesses as well as ...

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At last Wednesday’s Council Meeting, police promotions were made, and we appointed two new officers to join our exceptional police department. Congratulations to Capt. Matt Hoogmoed, Lt. Ian Spohn, and Sgt. Joe DiGeronimo on their promotions, and welcome to our newest members, Brian Choi and ...

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West Orange, NJ - The Morris Knolls High School baseball team battled back and forth with one of the state’s top teams but ultimately fell to No. 4 Seton Hall Prep, 9–7, on Friday afternoon.Morris Knolls (6-4), ranked No. 16, showed resilience after falling behind early, responding with a four-run ...

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Sparta, NJ - The Morris Knolls High School girls lacrosse team battled throughout but fell to Sparta, 11–7, on Friday afternoon in a division matchup.Morris Knolls (2-4) stayed within striking distance early, trailing just 3-2 after the first quarter, but Sparta used a five-goal second period to ...

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MILLBURN, NJ – The Millburn Free Public Library will showcase the Millburn-Short Hills Art Advisory Committee winners' original artwork from May 3 through May 24.MSH Art Advisory is celebrating 20 years of fine sponsorship and their AP Art Honors Scholarship in partnership with the Millburn High ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – The ovens were hot, the cheese was bubbly, and the boxes piled high as the stakes this past Friday night. The Kiwanis of Phillipsburg hosted its annual Pizza Challenge, transforming the Delaware Park Firehouse into a battleground of basil, sauce, and shredded mozzarella.With a ...

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Denville, NJ - The Morris Knolls High School softball team used a pair of explosive innings to power past Morris Hills, 13–5, on Thursday afternoon.Ranked No. 6, Morris Knolls (8-2) broke the game open with a six-run third inning and added another six-run outburst in the sixth to pull away after a ...

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NEW JERSEY — More Americans apparently feel like they’re gradually going broke, fueled by rising prices for groceries, gasoline, travel and entertainment, according to a new study from LensPricer.com. Feeling “broke” isn’t about what’s in your bank account – it’s about the small, everyday habits ...

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WEST CALDWELL, NJ – Michelle Wie West has announced that she has accepted an invitation to play in the fourth annual Mizuho Americas Open as a sponsor exemption when the tournament tees off at Mountain Ridge Country Club in West Caldwell, May 4-10.“One of the privileges that comes with being the ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Swimming is a passion for Nika Saroka. She started swimming pretty early. Like most younger siblings, she decided to get in the pool because her older sister was taking lessons. So, Saroka got in the water too, at the age of four. By the time she was seven, Saroka was ready to ...

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EDISON, NJ - More than 60 Middlesex County high school student-athletes were recognized for the positive way they conduct themselves on and off the field on Wednesday, April 15 at the 2026 Dan Hayston Memorial Sportsmanship Awards at the Pines Manor. This annual luncheon recognized Greater ...

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