TOP LOCAL News
By TOBY MOORE
May 19, 2026
According to Japanese legend, Amakuni Yasutsuna did not live in a peaceful age. He lived around 700 AD, before the samurai age that people usually imagine. Ancient Japan was still hard, violent and unsettled. The emperor’s government was trying to tighten its rule over the land, and armed men were ...
According to Japanese legend, Amakuni Yasutsuna did not live in a peaceful age. He lived around 700 AD, before the samurai age that people usually imagine. Ancient Japan was still hard, violent and unsettled. The emperor’s government was trying to tighten its rule over the land, and armed men were ...
Yesterday, our country witnessed another horrific act of violence when three members of the Islamic Center of San Diego community were killed in an attack targeting the mosque, where hundreds of children attending the school on the property were forced into lockdown as the attack unfolded.Among ...
The Bloomfield High boys' 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 ...
PATERSON, NJ - A 14-year-old is in the hospital following an early morning shooting on Tuesday, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes and Paterson Police Department Officer-in-Charge Patrick Murray announced. According to a statement, at approximately 2:43 a.m. on May 19, 2026, officers ...
CAMDEN, NJ – The cheers came in waves.One by one, seniors from Camden Prep High School walked across the auditorium stage Thursday, grabbed the microphone, and announced where they will spend the next four years of their lives.Each announcement brought another eruption from classmates, family ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — A majority of the human and social services that county residents use regularly will be in one place once construction is complete on a new government complex.The $150.3 million complex is being constructed at 61-99 West Grand Street in Elizabeth on the property that housed utility ...
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Veterans Council will host its annual Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 25, beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the Hill of Heroes, located on McBride Avenue next to the Paterson Fire Department headquarters, honoring local service members who made the ultimate sacrifice.The ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - A Little Falls man has been arrested on charges including sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child following a joint investigation by Bergen County authorities and local police, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced. According to a statement, 37-year-old ...
PATERSON, NJ - Eastside's boys volleyball team secured a straight-set win over Newark Lab on Monday afternoon, defeating the visiting team 2-0.Eastside (15-8) controlled both sets, winning 25-13 and 25-18 at home. Newark Lab dropped to 8-12 with the loss.Patricio Alejo Severino led the Ghosts with ...
Faced with an exceedingly difficult schedule and through both wins and losses, something that can be counted on in regards to the Bloomfield High School baseball program is the senior leadership of the captains on the roster-Noah Attas and Braeden Weber.“Both players have been three-year varsity ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Berkeley Heights Police Department is investigating after a pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle on Plainfield Avenue near Berkeley Avenue Tuesday morning, according to township officials.Emergency crews responded to the scene at approximately 9:45 a.m. Plainfield ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Berkeley Heights Police Department is investigating after a pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle on Plainfield Avenue near Berkeley Avenue Tuesday morning, according to Police Chief Frank Mea.Emergency crews responded to the scene at approximately 9:45 a.m. Plainfield ...
MADISON, NJ - The Madison Rotary Club will host a community document shredding fundraiser on Saturday, May 30, giving residents and businesses an opportunity to safely dispose of sensitive documents while supporting local charitable programs.The event will run from 9 a.m. to noon in the parking lot ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — Neurodiverse students and their families can enjoy a fun night out at an event taking place this week. Bordentown SPARTAN Bootcamp will be hosting its 3rd Annual Neurodiversity Celebration Event on Friday, May 22 from 6PM to 7PM at Friendship Fields, located at 455 Ward ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – East Windsor Township Mayor Janice Mironov and members of the township council recently came together to formally celebrate the allocation of $2 million in federal funding secured by Congressman Herb Conaway (NJ-3) to use toward the design and construction of the Probasco Road ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — East Brunswick Public Schools has announced details for its 2026-2027 General Education Inclusive Preschool Program, which will be open to eligible 3- and 4-year-old children who live in East Brunswick.The district said the program provides an inclusive preschool setting for ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – A friend of Jude Gill, the 15-year-old Lenape High School student struck and killed while walking on Church Street on May 3, asked Mount Laurel Council at its meeting on Monday to make the road where his friend was hit safer. “It really stunned me that my friend died. I want that ...
OLEAN, NY — The city’s summer concert series will begin Thursday with a performance of classic rock by The Cruisers.The concert will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. in Lincoln Park at the corner of State and Union streets,The concert series will run through Sept. 10. The schedule can be accessed here.
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 ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Berkeley Heights Police Department is investigating after a pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle on Plainfield Avenue near Berkeley Avenue Tuesday morning, according to Police Chief Frank Mea.Emergency crews responded to the scene at approximately 9:45 a.m. Plainfield ...
ALLENTOWN, PA / ATHENS, GA / MANCHESTER, NH — Some local college students are being recognized, following their college graduation and for academic achievement.Jack Ross Fogel of Manasquan earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Muhlenberg College. Fogel majored in Business Administration.Carolyn ...
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 ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: All are welcome to Tuesday, May 26, 8:30am, ChamberCast at Bell Works, Holmdel with the Monmouth Regional Chamber of Commerce. During National Women's Health Month, join a conversation with 3 women who lead in our local community, who will share their inspiring personal stories ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — A majority of the human and social services that county residents use regularly will be in one place once construction is complete on a new government complex.The $150.3 million complex is being constructed at 61-99 West Grand Street in Elizabeth on the property that housed utility ...
WESTFIELD, NJ - State Senator Jon Bramnick will host a Town Hall Meeting in Westfield next week, giving residents an opportunity to ask questions and discuss issues impacting New Jersey and the local district.The event is scheduled for Wednesday, May 27th, at 6 p.m. at the Westfield Italian ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Watchung Hills erupted for 12 runs on 13 hits Monday night to defeat Westfield, 12-1, and improve to 21-3 on the season. Olivia Videla contributed both in the circle and at the plate, earning the win after striking out five over four innings, allowing just one run and no hits. She ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Berkeley Heights Police Department is investigating after a pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle on Plainfield Avenue near Berkeley Avenue Tuesday morning, according to Police Chief Frank Mea.Emergency crews responded to the scene at approximately 9:45 a.m. Plainfield ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — The Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center has announced its 2026 Scholarship Awards, distributing $74,000 to 37 Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center team members pursuing continuing education in health care.The scholarships are awarded annually to hospital ...
Over 150 guests and honorees gathered at Razberry's on Rt. 12 on Thursday evening, May 14th, for the 2026 Valor and Merit Awards Ceremony, presented by a local nonprofit – The 200 Club of Hunterdon County.As part of the evening, The 200 Club of Hunterdon County celebrated its 50th anniversary of ...