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May 20, 2026

TRENTON, NJ — The Bloomingdale Police Department received a grant from the State of New Jersey, as part of the annual “Click It or Ticket” campaign.Through May 31, additional patrols will be deployed statewide looking for unbuckled drivers and passengers and ensuring children are properly secured ...

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FLEMINGTON, NJ - The regular season has concluded for the inaugural Hunterdon Central Youth Girls Flag Football team.According to coach Mike Driscoll, both 10U teams ended the season at 6–0, and qualified as the No. 1 and No. 2 team for the playoffs, which begin Saturday.Driscoll said the other age ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—Amidst light voter turnout, Bob Harvie won in yesterday’s primary and will take on U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick in the general election in November. Unofficial results posted by the Bucks County Board of Electors said that Harvie took 66% of the vote compared to 34% for his opponent ...

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SPARTA, NJ – The former bank on Main Street will become an urgent care by the zoning board.  At their meeting on May 13th the Sparta Zoning Board approved a “D” variance to allow Skylands Urgent Care to repurpose the former Provident Bank.No changes will be made to the exterior of the building ...

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Princeton, NJ - As residents become more concerned about trees being removed, either from new developments or construction, the school district has been working hard to plant 90 trees across six school campuses. The district planted eighteen different species of trees, including maple, cedar, ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The scheduled final matchup between Watchung Hills and Immaculata has been postponed due to weather concerns, officials announced Wednesday. The game has been rescheduled for Friday at 4 p.m., according to an update shared ahead of the originally scheduled contest. Fans planning ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The scheduled final matchup between Watchung Hills and Immaculata has been postponed due to weather concerns, officials announced Wednesday. The game has been rescheduled for Friday at 4 p.m., according to an update shared ahead of the originally scheduled contest. Fans planning ...

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SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - South Brunswick's Police Department is warning residents to keep an eye on the sky, according to a Nixle advisory. The South Brunswick Police Department stated there is a potential for severe storms moving through the area between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20. This ...

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EAST WINDSOR – HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for much of New Jersey, including East Windsor and Hightstown that will be in effect until 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. According to the National Weather Services office in ...

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 NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — The head coach of the North Plainfield High School football program has announced his resignation after four seasons leading the Canucks.In a letter dated May 14 addressed to school administrators, players, families, and the community, Coach Eastman said the decision came ...

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 NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — The head coach of the North Plainfield High School football program has announced his resignation after four seasons leading the Canucks.In a letter dated May 14 addressed to school administrators, players, families, and the community, Coach Eastman said the decision came ...

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TRENTON, NJ — Bipartisan legislation to honor a South Jersey singer who was killed in 2016 has advanced in the New Jersey Legislature.The Senate Law and Public Safety Committee advanced the bill, SJR-137, on May 18. Sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton (D-Burlington) and Senator Latham Tiver ...

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NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP - Beginning Thursday,  May 21st, Prevention Resources and Oceans Family Success Center will host an 11-week program titled “Strengthening Families.”This program, centered on weekly sessions for strengthening family growth, communication and support, is open to families in Neptune ...

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TRENTON, NJ — Bipartisan legislation to honor a South Jersey singer who was killed in 2016 has advanced in the New Jersey Legislature.The Senate Law and Public Safety Committee advanced the bill, SJR-137, on May 18. Sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton (D-Burlington) and Senator Latham Tiver ...

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"We remain committed to standing in solidarity with the victims’ family members and fondly remembering and honoring these four lives that were taken far too soon.” Monmouth County Prosecutor, Raymond Santiago. MONMOUTH COUNTY — The brother of a Colts Neck man who was found dead along with his wife ...

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OLEAN, NY — Love in Action Cattaragus County and the Olean Public Library will cosponsor a “Nonviolent Communication Series” with Gwen Olton in three monthly sessions. The June 10 and July 22 sessions will be on Zoom from 6 to 8 p.m. The Aug. 29 session will be in the Olean area; time and location ...

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WEST BOCA RATON, FL — The mascot for Eagles Landing Middle School may be a bird of prey, but it’s likely no match for a 225-pound alligator that recently showed up near the school, which neighbors the Everglades Canal Network.According to the Palm Beach Schools Police Department Facebook page, the ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - Kenilworth Public Schools recently announced the valedictorian and salutatorian. This prestigious honor is given to the two highest ranking seniors academically, for David Brearley High School’s Class of 2026.Sasha Shestak was named the valedictorian and Sierra Allende was named ...

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MADISON, NJ - All Madison athletic fields will be closed today between noon and 5 p.m. due to the Heat Advisory, borough officials announced.Under the Madison Recreation Ordinance, the closure automatically makes any use of the athletic fields during that time unauthorized by the Borough.Residents, ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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Morristown, NJ—Morristown High School Theatre’s productions of Les Misérables and Little Women are nominated for a combined 25 awards at Montclair State University’s Theatre Night Awards, also known as the Foxy Awards. Among those nominations are Outstanding Production of Foundational Musical ...

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NEW JERSEY — With temperatures expected to climb into the mid-90s this week and Memorial Day weekend marking the unofficial start of summer,  New Jerseyans are being reminded to use water wisely as drought conditions continue across the state.Gov. Mikie Sherrill has emphasized the need for ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ - Macculloch Hall Historical Museum will host a special literary-themed garden event next month as part of a collaboration with Reading Rhythms and Grand Central Publishing.The “Gone Before Goodbye: A Garden Reading Party” is scheduled for Saturday, June 14, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at ...

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POMPANO BEACH — A massive, $92.4 million rental apartment complex geared almost entirely toward affordable housing could soon be coming to Pompano Beach, according to public records.“Residences at Pompano Beach”Richman Pompano Beach LLC has filed a grant application with the Housing Finance ...

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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 ...

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NEW JERSEY — With temperatures expected to climb into the mid-90s this week and Memorial Day weekend marking the unofficial start of summer,  New Jerseyans are being reminded to use water wisely as drought conditions continue across the state.Gov. Mikie Sherrill has emphasized the need for ...

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CATSKILL — Two motorcyclists were airlifted to the hospital following a collision with a car on Route 32 in Catskill on Monday.Ronald M. Edwards, 64, of Durham, the driver of the 2001 Harley Davidson motorcycle, and a 40-year-old female passenger from Catskill, who has not been identified by ...

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Voters in five of the six school districts in Schoharie County passed their 2026-27 budgets on Tuesday. Cobleskill-Richmondville voters passed their $49.1 million school budget by a vote of 560-212; the Community Library tax levy of $546,480 also passed, by a vote of 572-200. In the board of ...

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BARNEGAT LIGHT, N.J. — One of the Jersey Shore’s most iconic landmarks is kicking off summer by opening its doors after dark.Officials have announced the first nocturnal event of the year at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park, inviting visitors to experience a unique night climb of the historic ...

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