TOP LOCAL News
By GABRIELLA DRAGONE
May 20, 2026
PATERSON, NJ - Paterson will move forward with extensive rehabilitation work at the Community Center at the Heritage, also known as the Alexander Hamilton site, following City Council approval of a contract tied to ongoing improvements connected to the Paterson Public Library system.The project ...
NEW JERSEY- The Verona boys tennis team has received the No. 1 seed in the NJSIAA 2026 Boys Tennis Tournament, North Jersey, Section 2, Group 1 Tournament. Cedar Grove received the No. 6 seed.The seeds are as follows:No. 1 seed VeronaNo 2 seed Glen Ridge vs No. 15 seed Hanover ParkNo. 3 seed ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - The Rotary Club of the Plainfields presented Student of the Month Awards to eight deserving seniors from South Plainfield High School at a special breakfast meeting held in their honor on May 19 at the Park Ave Diner.Two students were selected to receive awards for March, ...
CRARYVILLE—Taconic Hills Central School District voters approved the $44 million 2026-27 school budget with 288 yes votes to 109 no votes. The vehicle and bus proposition also passed with 274 yes votes to 123 no votes.Bill Mulrein was elected to a five-year term on the board, commencing July 1, ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Bridgewater‑Raritan advanced in the Skyland Conference Cup boys volleyball semifinals with a 25‑14, 28‑26, 25‑20 victory over Hunterdon Central on Tuesday.Daksh Bansal led Bridgewater‑Raritan (16-10) with 10 kills, while Wesley Lin and Fisayo Ogunsulire each added nine kills. Lin ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ – Bordentown City will be increasing police patrols as part of the statewide "Click It or Ticket" campaign to ensure that drivers and passengers are properly using seat belts and child restraints.The City has received a $7,000 grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ —Hightstown High School is celebrating the achievements of one of its Class of 2026 graduating senior-athletes. Javien Carter has been chosen as Hightstown High School's 2026 NJSIAA Scholar-Athlete. Carter and other student-athletes from each NJSIAA member school throughout New ...
MILLBURN, NJ — The Millburn Board of Education approved tuition rates and the township’s tax payment schedule for the 2026–27 school year at its May 18 meeting, outlining more than $109.9 million in payments to the district over the next 12 months.Tuition for non‑resident regular education students ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ — The Hunterdon/Warren Athletic Association honored 22 standout seniors Tuesday at its annual Scholar-Athletes Luncheon, celebrating student-athletes who have excelled both in the classroom and in competition.The 11 a.m. luncheon at Architects Golf Club in Lopatcong Township ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — The City of Coral Springs will host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, as the community gathers in remembrance of the men and women who died in service to the United States.The ceremony is scheduled for 9 a.m. on Monday, May 25 at Veterans Park, at 8601 Royal Palm ...
HUDSON—U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents were “stopped from kidnapping four Hudson residents” May 6, according to a Columbia County Sanctuary Movement (CCSM) press release.Six ICE vehicles surrounded four community members in a vehicle outside Bob’s Restaurant, Fairview Avenue ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – The Mount Laurel Council passed a resolution at its meeting on Monday that included a $55,062,766 spending plan for Fiscal Year 2026 that will raise the municipal tax by $93.60 annually for a homeowner with a home assessed at the municipal average of $241,200. Township Manager ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL – Classic car fans and families alike are sure to rev up their weekend at Coconut Creek’s upcoming “Hot Rods & Hot Dogs Car Show” next month. The free community event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 13 at the Community Center, at 1100 Lyons ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — What started as a conversation between two high school friends about the lack of meaningful community service opportunities has grown into one of the most quietly impactful nonprofit programs in the region — and this week, the Berkeley Heights Business & Civic (BHB&C) ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ — The Dayton softball team erupted for 15 runs and got dominant pitching from Lila Carroll in a 15–0 victory over Hudson Catholic on Tuesday afternoon.Carroll struck out 11 and allowed just one hit over five innings. She also went 3‑for‑4 with three RBI, including a pair of singles ...
PATERSON, NJ - Two long-vacant Sandy Hill properties near School 15 and Governor Paterson Towers could be redeveloped after the Paterson City Council voted to designate the sites as an area in need of redevelopment under state law.The designation covers properties at 32-36 Martin St. and 129-149 ...
TOTOWA, NJ - With Memorial Day approaching, local veterans groups are continuing their annual tradition of honoring fallen service members through the placement of American flags across Paterson-area cemeteries.The Veterans Council placed more than 600 flags in a coordinated observance recognizing ...
UNION, NJ — Summit’s softball team left little doubt Tuesday night, erupting for 11 late runs to defeat Arthur L. Johnson High School, 15-2, at Kean University and capture the program’s first Union County Tournament championship.The victory continued a remarkable season for Summit High School, ...
TRENTON - You just had a baby and use coupons for formula when the following week your app has a coupon for baby wipes. Magic? Nope — just a smart loyalty program doing exactly what it was designed to do.Now imagine state lawmakers making that illegal.That's what a coalition of New Jersey business ...
this article is for tomorrow.WEATHER ALERT: Heat Advisory Extended Through Wednesday Evening for Parts of NJ and PAHACKETTSTOWN, NJ — If you were hoping for a quick break from the stifling humidity, you will have to wait one more day. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Mount Holly has extended ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ – The Sayreville Farmers Market, located in the borough’s parking lot across from St. Stan's Church on MacArthur Ave., returns on Thursday, May 21, at 12 p.m. Offering fresh produce, baked goods, food trucks and more, the market has increased in popularity and has become a regular ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Bayonne has once again been named a “Tree City USA” in honor of its commitment to plant, grow, and maintain trees to benefit the community, according to an announcement from Mayor Robert Kubert.The designation is made by the Arbor Day Foundation and requires cities to “maintain a tree ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Affinity Federal Credit Union recently announced the honorees of its third-annual Wellbeing Awards, a program that each year recognizes the individuals and organizations across New Jersey making a meaningful difference in financial, community, and physical wellbeing. Prevention ...
Whitehall used a combination of veteran experience and youthful exuberance to defeat Stillwater 5-0 in a Class C softball opening round game on a steamy Tuesday afternoon. Senior Khloe Paddock sparked the Railroader offense, and eighth-grader Harper Kingsley took care of business in the circle as ...
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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — It has been a strong two weeks for the Gov. Livingston Highlanders track and field program, with standout performances at both the Union County Championships and the NJSIAA Central Jersey Group II State Championships punching eight athletes' tickets to the Group II State ...
CARTERET, NJ - It was an exciting night at the Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center on Monday evening for the fourth annual Central Jersey Marquee Awards, which spotlights excellence in theater at Middlesex, Somerset and Mercer County high schools. The Spotswood High School Troupers ...
TRENTON, NJ - Assemblyman Al Abdelaziz said technology should not be allowed to distort one of the most important financial decisions families make as the Assembly Housing Committee advanced legislation aimed at regulating the use of artificial intelligence in property listings.A4728 would prohibit ...
NEWARK - Nursing home workers at New Vista Nursing & Rehabilitation Center plan to picket Wednesday outside the nursing home on Broadway to protest management’s alleged unfair labor practices.Certified Nursing Assistants, housekeepers, dietary aides and other nursing home employees – part of ...
WARREN, NJ — Watchung Hills honored its senior class Tuesday night before taking the field against Columbia, but the Cougars spoiled the celebration with a 16-5 victory over the Warriors.Watchung Hills, now 2-16, celebrated its seniors prior to the game in recognition of their contributions to the ...