TOP LOCAL News
By ELIZABETH A MEYERS
May 21, 2026
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – Two East Windsor men are facing criminal charges, including Driving Under the Influence (DUI), following a pair of police stops in the Township during the early morning hours of the same day.According to the East Windsor Township Police Department (EWTPD), at approximately 5:40 ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - Due to ongoing repairs from Wednesday evening storm damage, Route One Southbound is down to one lane at Raymond Road, according to a Nixle from the South Brunswick Police Department. The shoulder is also closed. Drivers should expect delays in the area. The South Brunswick ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - Due to ongoing repairs from Wednesday evening storm damage, Route One Southbound is down to one lane at Raymond Road, according to a Nixle from the South Brunswick Police Department. The shoulder is also closed. Drivers should expect delays in the area. The South Brunswick ...
GREENVILLE — Matt Urban, principal at Scott M. Ellis Elementary School, will be stepping down at the end of the school year.Urban joined the school district in July 2024 after being appointed the principal in April 2024. During his 20-year career in education at the elementary and high school ...
HAMILTON, NJ — The Mercer County Sheriff's Office will host a free child car seat safety check on Tuesday, May 26 as part of its ongoing effort to promote child passenger safety.The inspection will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Colonial Fire Company, located at 801 Kuser Road in Hamilton ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - Mulligan’s Pub on First Street is known for welcoming some of the most committed soccer fans in the region for matches that often occur much earlier or later than your average American games. On Monday, they hosted a very special guest as Governor Mikie Sherill stepped behind the bar ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - Mulligan’s Pub on First Street is known for welcoming some of the most committed soccer fans in the region for matches that often occur much earlier or later than your average American games. On Monday, they hosted a very special guest as Governor Mikie Sherill stepped behind the bar ...
COAPKE--Roeliff Jansen Community Library Board President Pat Placona cuts the ribbon to mark the opening of the Charlotte Shutts Pavilion on May 9. She was joined by Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-106th), the Supervisors of Ancram, Copake and Hillsdale and the staff, trustees, members of ...
HUDSON–Hudson Senior High School has announced the Class of 2026 valedictorian and salutatorian, recognizing the outstanding academic achievements of two exceptional students. Derek Reardon, principal of the senior high school, along with school counselors Rocky Payne and Katie Davis, proudly ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — The sounds of patriotism filled the air on Wednesday evening as the Barnegat High School Band delivered a stirring performance at their annual Spring Band Concert.This year’s musical program featured a dedicated patriotic theme, serving as a local tribute to America 250, the upcoming ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ— The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites residents to attend the 2026 Native Plant Swap & Shop on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Scout Camping Area in the Watchung Reservation, located near the Trailside Nature & Science Center at ...
There’s plenty happening in Mountainside this weekend, and it starts today! Join the Mountainside Police Department for Coffee and Conversation at Bovella’s, then stop by the Mountainside Rescue Squad Open House to tour the facility, see the ambulances and learn more about the services they provide ...
With the regular season concluded, the Bloomfield High softball team now prepares for the NJSIAA tournament.Head coach Rich Adams' team will play a first-round state tournament contest on Tuesday, May 26, with a home game against West Orange, starting at 4 p.m.West Orange, which finished 15-10 in ...
All aboard for the season opener of Pomeroy Family RailroadCOPAKE FALLS—The Pomeroy Family Railroad at the Copake Ironworks, operated by the Friends of Taconic State Park (FTSP), opens for its third year of operation, Saturday, May 23 (Memorial Day weekend). The Railroad runs on Saturdays, Sundays ...
SCHOHARIE – The Village of Schoharie held its regular board meeting on Tuesday, May 12, with no strife and no Mayor Henry. The 6:30 meeting proceeded with notice that Henry was not in attendance and moved right to privilege of the floor. Though few in number, topics included requests for help ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — Looking for a way to get more involved in the community?The Hackensack Recreation Department is seeking volunteer coaches for its athletic programs, including:FootballCheerBasketballBaseballSoftballMore!Volunteers can learn to build confidence and teamwork, as well as be a positive ...
It is a good mental health exercise to remind ourselves each day of all the positive aspects of our lives, be they ever so small. This type of “fitness program” helps to keep us balanced and positive. It is especially important to be grateful for loving families and close friends.As often happens, ...
It is a good mental health exercise to remind ourselves each day of all the positive aspects of our lives, be they ever so small. This type of “fitness program” helps to keep us balanced and positive. It is especially important to be grateful for loving families and close friends.As often happens, ...
The Bloomfield High girls' track & field team put together a solid effort at the state sectional championships, which were held at Livingston High, on May 15 and 16.Those Bengals who qualified at the sectionals, with a top six finish, will compete in the NJSIAA Group 4 championship race, on May ...
TRENTON, NJ – Governor Sherrill declared New Jersey in a State of Emergency, effective immediately, following the conclusion of loss assessments conducted to evaluate agricultural damages from prolonged freezing temperatures that impacted the State between April 19 and April 22. The assessments, ...
TRENTON, NJ – Governor Sherrill declared New Jersey in a State of Emergency, effective immediately, following the conclusion of loss assessments conducted to evaluate agricultural damages from prolonged freezing temperatures that impacted the State between April 19 and April 22. The assessments, ...
CAMDEN – The rooftop deck of a municipal parking garage at Camden’s waterfront is a strange location for a business. But the operation is also one of the more unique ones to approach the city for approval in some time.Cloud 9 Luxe Waterfront Sky Lounge LLC, Robbinsville, New Jersey, on June 1 is ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ - The Morris Plains Borough Council is scheduled to meet Thursday, May 21, with several community-related items on the agenda, including a resolution supporting LGBTQ+ Pride Month, approvals tied to upcoming local events, and summer recreation staffing.Council members are expected ...
PARAMUS, NJ — Looking for a way to get more involved in the community?The Paramus Recreation Commission is seeking volunteer coaches for its athletic programs.“We understand that not everybody is able to set aside the time each season to be a head coach, but please help out any way you can,” ...
BAYONNE, NJ – Wednesday's 14-2 victory over Hoboken was the 200th in the career of Bayonne head coach Dave Hoffmann.Hoffmann has been involved with the Bayonne baseball program for 30 years. He has been the Bees' head coach for 13 seasons.Bayonne is 19-7 this season. Hoffmann's career record is ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — Three Sayreville War Memorial High School art students earned recognition at the recent Congressional Award Ceremony hosted by Congressman Frank Pallone, standing out among student artists from Monmouth and Middlesex counties.Sayreville students Tristan Quiapo, Gabriel DeJesus, and ...
RANDOLPH, NJ- The Randolph boys volleyball team has returned to the NJAC Conference Tournament finals after defeating Sparta in straight sets 3-0 ( 25-26, 25-20, 25-15 ) on Tuesday, May 19. The win puts Randolph back in the finals for the first time in three seasons. After winning the tourney in ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — The fear generated by rash of burglaries and car thefts was raised by both Mayor Jeremy Berman and residents at Tuesday’s town council meeting. Berman addressed the most recent events in his opening remarks. “Last week, two homes on the north side of town were burglarized for car ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ– St. John’s Episcopal Church welcomes the Rev. Mark Hernandez, Deacon, as he begins his spiritual ministry.St. John’s in Somerville was his sponsoring parish. “I am thankful to be back at St. John’s, my home parish,” said Hernandez, who lives in Hillsborough with his wife and ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ– St. John’s Episcopal Church welcomes the Rev. Mark Hernandez, Deacon, as he begins his spiritual ministry.St. John’s in Somerville was his sponsoring parish. “I am thankful to be back at St. John’s, my home parish,” said Hernandez, who lives in Hillsborough with his wife and ...