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By MELINDA MYERS
May 23, 2026
Make it fun and convenient to add some homegrown flavor to cookouts, garden parties and meals. Grow a few herbs in containers on a patio, deck or balcony. Set a pot near the grill and fill it with favorite grilling herbs. Include some barbeque Rosemary known for its especially good flavor and ...
Make it fun and convenient to add some homegrown flavor to cookouts, garden parties and meals. Grow a few herbs in containers on a patio, deck or balcony. Set a pot near the grill and fill it with favorite grilling herbs. Include some barbeque Rosemary known for its especially good flavor and ...
LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Long Beach Township police arrested 10 drivers over a nine-day period following a series of motor vehicle stops on Long Beach Boulevard, authorities announced Saturday.The arrests, which took place between May 15 and May 23, involved charges ranging from outstanding ...
Califon, NJ – Around 200 people including children who attend Califon Public School gathered for the opening ceremony welcoming back the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall, as the exhibit is back at Califon Island Park (130 Bank Street) for the first time in four and a half years. In October of 2021 ...
PATERSON, NJ - For sisters Danielle and Samantha Krumbein, graduating from Passaic County Community College (PCCC) was never just about earning degrees.It was about proving to themselves, and to each other, that their past did not have to define their future.The sisters, who both overcame family ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Early voting is set to open next Tuesday in Union County for voters for the statewide primary with local and federal races on the ballot.Kenilworth residents have the opportunity to cast their in-person ballots for the June 2 primary during the early voting period between May 26 ...
WAYNE, NJ — For students at Wayne Hills interested in careers in healthcare, a setback has occurred as the school’s healthcare career club has been without an advisor this school year, according to the incoming club’s two co-presidents. The pair came to Thursday night’s school board meeting and ...
SPARTA, NJ – The 2026 Outstanding Older American Valerie Macchio was honored at the annual Sparta Senior Volunteer Appreciation Dinner on May 13.A resident of Sparta for 25 years, Macchio has served as volunteer executive director and board president of the Sparta Community Food Pantry. That ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Beneath the bright spring skies at Tatlock Park, Summit Public Schools officially celebrated the ribbon cutting of the newly renovated Anderson Field House this week, marking the completion of the district’s sweeping $37.4 million bond improvement project and ushering in a new era for ...
BOCA RATON, FL — A Boca Raton man is accused of threatening multiple people with a knife during a fight at an apartment complex before later making incriminating statements to police, according to an arrest report.Boca Raton police responded May 15 to the Cynthia Gardens apartments on Northwest ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — A Coconut Creek man with numerous theft arrests on his record recently picked up hundreds of dollars’ worth of steaks and shrimp at a Publix, walked out without paying, and then told police he had a family to feed.A Publix employee called police on May 16 at around 4 p.m. and ...
Princeton, NJ — It was my birthday last week and along with it came a bunch of “old lady” greeting cards. One struck me as being particularly on target with the message:“Inside every older lady…is a young woman wondering what the hell happened” -- a negative jab at the slings and arrows of ...
POMPANO BEACH — A local woman faces charges of attempted premeditated murder after authorities say she stabbed her boyfriend and, in hopes of avoiding arrest, fabricated an elaborate cover story about the incident.Justine Rodriguez, 36, was arrested early Monday morning by the Broward Sheriff's ...
WARRINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA—A man who died in the Little Neshaminy Creek in Warrington on Friday afternoon was identified by the Bucks County Coroner’s Office.A little after 1 p.m. on May 22, 2026, first responders found the victim in the creek under a bridge that crosses over Easton Road in Warrington ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — When a parent calls 911 at 11 o'clock at night saying they cannot find their two-year-old, Coral Springs police and fire departments could soon have drones to search pools and canals within seconds, according to police Chief Brad Mock.That’s thanks to the Coral Springs City ...
BOCA RATON, FL — A Boca Raton man is accused of threatening multiple people with a knife during a fight at an apartment complex before later making incriminating statements to police, according to an arrest report.Boca Raton police responded May 15 to the Cynthia Gardens apartments on Northwest ...
POMPANO BEACH — A local woman faces charges of attempted premeditated murder after authorities say she stabbed her boyfriend and, in hopes of avoiding arrest, fabricated an elaborate cover story about the incident.Justine Rodriguez, 36, was arrested early Monday morning by the Broward Sheriff's ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — When a parent calls 911 at 11 o'clock at night saying they cannot find their two-year-old, Coral Springs police and fire departments could soon have drones to search pools and canals within seconds, according to police Chief Brad Mock.That’s thanks to the Coral Springs City ...
POMPANO BEACH — McNab Elementary School teacher Kent Lawlor is preparing to run 120 kilometers across the Sahara Desert (that's 75.56 miles!) later this year —a goal many adults might find incomprehensible, but one he hopes can teach important lessons to his students.This October, the McNab ...
POMPANO BEACH — A local woman faces charges of attempted premeditated murder after authorities say she stabbed her boyfriend and, in hopes of avoiding arrest, fabricated an elaborate cover story about the incident.Justine Rodriguez, 36, was arrested early Monday morning by the Broward Sheriff's ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - Things got a little heated in the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills Council Meeting on Tuesday evening. Traffic safety concerns dominated public comments at the latest Parsippany Township Council meeting, with residents repeatedly urging township officials to address speeding, ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — A Coconut Creek man with numerous theft arrests on his record recently picked up hundreds of dollars’ worth of steaks and shrimp at a Publix, walked out without paying, and then told police he had a family to feed.A Publix employee called police on May 16 at around 4 p.m. and ...
SPARTA, NJ – Sparta High School’s Top 10 academic students shared some thoughts as they prepare to graduate in June. Class of 2026 Salutatorian Noor Stas plans to become an English teacher. She is going to attend The College of New Jersey or TCNJ, because it’s a widely respected teaching school, ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - After a few days of practice and about a week since they last played a game, the Spotswood High School varsity baseball team was back on the diamond on Friday to face Nottingham High School for the final regular season game of the spring. Spotswood shut out Nottingham 3-0 to win the ...
NEW JERSEY- The Bernards boys lacrosse team has received the No. 6 seed in the upcoming NJSIAA South Jersey, Group 1 Boys Lacrosse Tournament. The Mountaineers will face No. 11 seed Verona in the First Round.The seeds and match-ups for the First Round are:No. 1 seed Rumson-Fair Haven vs No. 16 seed ...
MADISON, NJ - South Mountain Martial Arts in Madison is giving both experienced martial artists and beginners a closer look at two very different sides of combat training through a pair of recently featured instructional videos.The first video highlights Sambo, the dynamic martial art and combat ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ — Avoid the lines — vote early in the 2026 Primary Election. Poll-goers can head to the Hawthorne Library to cast their ballot.Early Voting Days run from Tuesday, May 26 through Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.Located at 345 Lafayette Avenue, voting takes place in Room A.Questions? ...
EAST HANOVER, NJ - The Park Regional girls lacrosse team has turned a strong regular season into a postseason opportunity, earning a spot in the NJSIAA Group 3 North State Tournament.Park secured the No. 9 seed and will hit the road for a first-round game against No. 8 Princeton High School on ...
STEWARTSVILLE, NJ — As families across the area gather this weekend to fire up grills and enjoy the long spring weekend, the true, solemn spirit of Memorial Day is taking center stage in Greenwich Township. In a tribute to those who wore the nation’s uniform, the local American Legion and the ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The nation is turning 250 this Fourth of July and to help celebrate, the East Brunswick Recreation and Parks Department is planning special festivities for the momentous occasion. To help make the festivities even more memorable, the East Brunswick Recreation and Parks ...