TOP LOCAL News
By MISSY DIAZ
May 19, 2026
BOCA RATON, FL —With sea turtle nesting season underway, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center is inviting the public to experience two of Boca Raton’s most sought-after summer traditions — nighttime Turtle Walks and Hatchling Release programs.The annual programs, which routinely sell out each summer, give ...
POMPANO BEACH — As residents prepare for Memorial Day, a small forest of white wooden crosses now stands on the grassy hill in front of Pompano Community Park, a stark and solemn reminder of local, fallen service members who gave their lives in World War 2, Korea, and Vietnam.Volunteers from the ...
TROY - Mayor Carmella R. Mantello on Fridy officially announced the opening of the Troy Marina for the 2026 season, marking the beginning of another busy summer along the City of Troy’s waterfront.Joined by city officials, waterfront partners, local business leaders and community stakeholders, ...
POMPANO BEACH — West Marine, the nationwide boating supply retailer, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection under the weight of more than $50 million in annual lease expenses. While the retailer has announced no specific plans yet for store closures, the bankruptcy filing could put the ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — As Coconut Creek monitors potential property tax reforms that could have a drastic impact on its budget, come next fiscal year members of the city’s fitness center could pay more than double their current annual fees under a proposal the city’s parks and recreation department ...
CARTERET, NJ — Franklin High School’s acclaimed production of In the Heights took home some of the night’s biggest honors Monday during the 2026 Central Jersey Marquee Awards at the Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center.Franklin earned wins for Best Production Number for its performance of ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — A chain allegedly taken from a man at poolside turned into a fatal exchange of gunfire last Thursday that ended with the death of an 18-year-old man on Riverside Drive in Coral Springs, and with police later discovering a 22-year-old hiding the weapon used in the shooting, ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — What was a Neopolitan pizza shop in the Waterways Shoppes at Herron Bay in Coral Springs will once again be a Neopolitan pizza shop.The coming soon sign recently went up alerting those passing by that Pummarola Pizzeria Napoletana will occupy the space that was once home to ...
POMPANO BEACH — West Marine, the nationwide boating supply retailer, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection under the weight of more than $50 million in annual lease expenses. While the retailer has announced no specific plans yet for store closures, the bankruptcy filing could put the ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ — Scotch Plains-Fanwood SPFK12 school district students in grades K–8 will again follow a single-session schedule on Wednesday, May 20, due to continued high temperatures in the forecast, Superintendent Dr. Joan Mast announced in a message to families.The district had ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — Candidates running for New Jersey’s 12th Congressional District met with residents, faith leaders and community members Sunday evening during “The People’s Covenant: Faith, Community, and Our Expectations for Congress,” a nonpartisan interfaith forum held at Trinity ...
AUSCHWITZ, POLAND — The grass in the back of Auschwitz-Birkenau is bright green.If you didn’t know where you were, it might look peaceful.But beneath that ground are the ashes of countless people who were murdered here.Last month, Leon Fooksman, publisher of TAPinto Boca Raton, traveled for 10 days ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — Work hours range between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, weather permitting.PSE&G gas pipe improvements will be taking place in Paramus starting on or around May 26, DPW officials announced. There is potential for weekend work.These are the streets included in the ...
ithWEST ORANGE, NJ – For the Caldwell baseball team, the good news was confirmed early on Tuesday.The Chiefs are the No. 1 seed in the upcoming NJSIAA North 2, Group 2 tournament.Further good news for Caldwell: The Chiefs won't encounter any opponent in that tournament any more complete and skilled ...
TROY - Troy Police say they responded to an incident of shots fired, it occurred near Madison Ave and Dunham St and the area of Griswold Heights. No injuries have been reported at this time, There was a large police presence in the area while detectives interviewed witnesses and investigated ...
AVERILL PARK – Tuesday morning Sheriff Kyle Bourgault received a call from Albany County Sheriff Craig D. Apple Sr. after Sheriff Apple spotted an injured snapping turtle on Methodist Farm Road in Averill Park and was looking for help. It appeared the turtle had likely been struck sometime ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - Hanover Township officials say the community is beginning to see the early results of its “Film Ready” efforts. In the year since the Township earned certification from the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission, officials say Hanover has seen growing interest ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - A minor earthquake rattled parts of Morris County and surrounding areas Tuesday afternoon, marking the sixth recorded earthquake in New Jersey so far this year, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.The tremor, measured at a magnitude of 1.8, struck at approximately 1:30 p.m.
Continuing ProgramsStory Time for Toddlers/Pre-schoolers – Thursdays – 11 a.m. Berlin Free Town Library, 47 South Main Street. Listen to stories, make a craft and enjoy a snack.Stich Group – Fridays – 3-5 p.m. Berlin Free Town Library, 47 South Main Street. A social group for fiber enthusiasts.
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - A minor earthquake rattled parts of Morris County and surrounding areas Tuesday afternoon, marking the sixth recorded earthquake in New Jersey so far this year, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.The tremor, measured at a magnitude of 1.8, struck at approximately 1:30 p.m.
Strong-to-severe thunderstorms are possible Tuesday evening and overnight in several New York counties, including Allegany and Cattaraugus, according to a hazardous weather outlook issued by the National Weather Service."Damaging winds and large hail are the main threats," the agency warned. "An ...
NEW JERSEY- The Madison boys tennis team has received the No. 4 seed in the NJSIAA 2026 Boys Tennis Tournament, North Jersey, Section 2, Group 1 Tournament. The Dodgers will host No 13 seed Whippany Park on Thursday, May 21.The seeds are as follows:No. 1 seed VeronaNo 2 seed Glen Ridge vs No. 15 ...
NEW JERSEY- The Morristown boys tennis team has received the No. 7 seed in the NJSIAA 2026 Boys Tennis Tournament, North Jersey, Section 1, Group 4 Tournament. The Colonials will host No 10 seed Passaic on Wednesday May 20.The seeds are as follows:No. 1 seed Ridgewood No 2 seed Bergen TechNo. 3 ...
The Newton Town Council heard an infrastructure update from Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L), approved budget amendments and recognized several community initiatives during its May 11 meeting.Amy Oberman, JCP&L’s regional external affairs representative, addressed the council about ...
WARRINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA—A two-vehicle accident on Turk Road sent three people to the hospital on Tuesday morning and closed the busy road for several hours.While the injuries were minor, one of the victims had to be extricated from a vehicle. Investigators said that the accident appeared to occur ...
ROXBURY, NJ - Playing at home on a hot day, the Roxbury High School softball team won its eleventh game on Monday (May 18) by trouncing West Morris.The 11-1 victory over the Wolfpack brought the Gaels season record to 14-11 and left West Morris with an 8-12 record.Roxbury scored two runs in both ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Residents have a unique opportunity to help shape the future of Asbury Park’s Eastside through a new public survey launched by the Greater Asbury Park Historic Revival Project.Organizers say the survey is designed to gather feedback directly from residents, stakeholders, and ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — While test driving a vehicle at a Westfield business, the driver took off, leaving the sales representative behind, Westfield Police said Tuesday.The incident took place on May 12 at a business on the 400 block of East North Avenue, police said.“The owner contacted Westfield Police ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ - Flemington police are reporting that the incident that put local schools on lockdown for a brief time Tuesday afternoon was resolved safely.Flemington Police Lt. William Soriano said that on Tuesday, a report was received regarding a male allegedly carrying a firearm in a ...