TOP LOCAL News
By PAT SHARKEY
May 18, 2026
BARNEGAT - The Barnegat Township School District the following information about its athletes on Monday, May 18. The Barnegat High School track and field program had a historic showing at the NJSIAA South Jersey Group 2 sectional championships, bringing home multiple individual titles and a ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - The annual New Providence Memorial Day parade, co-sponsored by the New Providence American Legion Post #433 and the Borough of New Providence, will be held on Monday, May 25 at 10:00am. All are invited to attend this traditional event honoring the men and women who gave their ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The beloved annual Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast & Fireworks will return on July 16th, continuing a cherished historic tradition that has brought together families, friends, neighbors, and visitors for generations.The Feast will feature delicious food, live ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce will bring local professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders together this week for another installment of its popular “Business Made Social” networking series at Johnny Mac's House of Spirits.The event is scheduled for Wednesday, May 20 ...
WALL, NJ – The New Jersey State Elks Association will host its annual Challenger Batters-Up State Championship on Sunday, May 31, bringing together special needs youth and adults from across the state for a day focused on fun, encouragement, and community spirit.The event will take place at the Old ...
ORANGE, NJ - Celebrating culture will always put you on the right side of history. On May 15th, Park Avenue School held its second multicultural night in the school's cafeteria. Students and parents were encouraged to wear clothing and bring food representing their heritage. According to Principal ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A single-vehicle crash knocked down a utility pole and lines early Monday morning, shutting down a section of Route 9 for several hours, local police said.Stafford Township police officers responded to the scene near 782 Route 9 South at approximately midnight on May ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ – Because of the expected heat Tuesday, the Scotch Plains-Fanwood SPFK12 school district will operate on a single session schedule for K-8 students and lunch will not be served.As for the older grades, students at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School will remain on a regular ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Two local legislators are holding a seminar this week on how seniors can avoid scams like ID theft.The free presentation will be held on Thursday, May 21, at the Central Bucks Senior Center from 1-3 p.m. It will discuss topics including avoiding popular ID theft scams, when to report ...
MIDDLETOWN, NJ: At around 4pm today, a two-vehicle accident resulted in one car crashing into the Tonya Keller Community Center on Bray Avenue in North Middletown. The center, among other programs, was previously used for pre-school aged children and toddler care. Thankfully, at the time of the ...
MIDDLETOWN, NJ: At around 4pm today, a two-vehicle accident resulted in one car crashing into the Tonya Keller Community Center on Bray Avenue in North Middletown. The center, among other programs, was previously used for pre-school aged children and toddler care. Thankfully, at the time of the ...
MONTVILLE, NJ – Utz Quality Foods, LLC is issuing a voluntary recall of certain varieties of potato chips which may contain Salmonella, according to the FDA.The voluntary recall is for:Zapp's® Brand Bayou Blackened Ranch Potato ChipsZapp's® Brand Salt and Vinegar Potato ChipsZapp's® Brand Big ...
MIDDLETOWN, NJ: At around 4pm Monday, a two-vehicle accident resulted in one car crashing into the Tonya Keller Community Center on Bray Avenue in North Middletown. The center, among other programs, was previously used for pre-school aged children and toddler care. Thankfully, at the time of the ...
CRANFORD, NJ —A two-car crash temporarily disrupted traffic near Orchard Street and Brookside Avenue Monday morning, according to the Cranford Police Department.Police, fire and EMS personnel responded to the intersection of Orchard Street and Brookside Avenue at approximately 10:31 a.m. on May 18 ...
Linden Public Schools — As the NJSIAA Sectionals Groups 1 and 4 Championships approach this weekend, the boys and girls track and field teams head into postseason competition representing the dedication, growth, and perseverance that reflect the mission of Linden Public Schools. The boys' team ...
TRENTON, NJ — Legislation that would eliminate the use of census-based funding for certain special education aid under New Jersey's school funding law has advanced in the New Jersey State Senate. S-1767, sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton and Vin Gopal, was approved by the Senate Education ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Questions over the status of the former firehouse at 396 Broad St. are again surfacing ahead of Tuesday’s Summit Common Council meeting, despite the city having approved its sale in December 2025 for $5.45 million.At that time, the council unanimously authorized the sale to K&K ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Franklin Food Bank’s annual Empty Bowls fundraiser is now less than two weeks away, bringing together local artists, restaurants and community members for an afternoon focused on fighting food insecurity in Franklin Township and surrounding communities.The grassroots ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Benjamin Franklin is having a quarrel with his son William, who is the last colonial governor of New Jersey.“Even an old fool like me knows to beat back the bounds of liberty with a good stick,” he declares.“Is that the lesson you learned in years past,” replies William, with a ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Students from the College Mentorship Program at Thomas Edison EnergySmart Charter School recently traveled to New York City for a cultural enrichment trip to see the Broadway production of The Outsiders.The trip took place May 15 and gave students the opportunity to experience ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ —Watchung Hills used a four-run third inning and a dominant outing from Robert Centamore to knock off Ridge, 4-2, on Monday.“Great team win! “ said WHRHS head coach Joe Tremarco. “Robbie was the definition of a bulldog! JJ stayed hot at the plate and our defense played great behind ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ – The Morris Plains Municipal Alliance is excited to invite community members of all ages and fitness levels to its upcoming Family Fitness Event on Saturday, May 30, 2026. This special, health-focused day features a diverse lineup of complimentary fitness classes designed to ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - Mayor Desai and the Parsippany Police Department have announced that the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills will participate in the nationwide “Click It or Ticket” campaign, running from May 18 through May 31 in partnership with the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety.The ...
Somerset, NJ — May 2026 — Cedar Hill Preparatory School's First Lego League team, Wildcats@CHP, brought home two awards at the Menlo Park Mashup Tournament on Saturday, May 16, 2026, competing against more than 30 teams from across New Jersey.The team earned 4th Place in both the Innovation Project ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ —Watchung Hills used a four-run third inning and a dominant outing from Robert Centamore to knock off Ridge, 4-2, on Monday.“Great team win! “ said WHRHS head coach Joe Tremarco. “Robbie was the definition of a bulldog! JJ stayed hot at the plate and our defense played great behind ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - On this week's Colonial Corner News, viewers will hear what's ahead for Morristown High School students. They have a busy stretch ahead, with events and programs highlighting student media, athletics, arts, academics and end-of-year traditions. Among the upcoming activities is the ...
MADISON, NJ - Borough officials are reporting a power outage affecting the Ridgedale Avenue section of Madison as temperatures climb into the 90s Monday afternoon.In an urgent notice, the borough said the Madison Electric Department is actively working to restore service but that there is currently ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Two Jersey City men were found shot to death inside an Old Bergen Road residence in the early hours of Monday, according to the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office.A statement said that members of the Jersey City Police Department were notified of shots fired in the area of 109-111 ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Panepinto Properties announced on Monday that MENSHO, the world-renowned ramen “Farm to Bowl” destination recognized by the Michelin Guide for nearly a decade, is set to make its highly anticipated East Coast debut at 505 Summit in Jersey City’s Journal Square neighborhood. The ...
UNION, N.J. — Union Public Schools will operate on an early dismissal schedule Tuesday, May 19, due to a forecast calling for unusually high temperatures, district officials announced.The district said the decision was made “to prioritize the health and safety of students and staff.” All schools ...