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By LAUREN EDWARDS
May 17, 2026
After a long, stressful day, it’s tempting to reach for a drink. For many, that glass of wine or cocktail can feel like a fast track to unwinding, taking the edge off, or briefly quieting anxious thoughts. It’s a ritual that’s widely normalized (and even encouraged). But this May Mental Health ...
POMPANO BEACH — Planned renovations for a 54-year-old building in Pompano's beach area will bring a new event venue, along with office suites and retail space, to the Fishing Village and Fisher Family Pier district, according to recent filings and statements to city agencies.Over the years, the ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL – For Coconut Creek Police Sgt. Jim Dingus, supporting fellow officers goes beyond the badge.The 26-year veteran of the Coconut Creek Police Department has spent two decades serving in crisis negotiations. But in recent years, one of his most meaningful missions has focused on ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — A 90-year-old woman died last week after she was struck by an SUV driven by a neighbor on the same street inside Boca West Country Club in West Boca Raton, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office released Sunday. The crash happened around 1:09 p.m. on May 14 near ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL – For Coconut Creek Police Sgt. Jim Dingus, supporting fellow officers goes beyond the badge.The 26-year veteran of the Coconut Creek Police Department has spent two decades serving in crisis negotiations. But in recent years, one of his most meaningful missions has focused on ...
For a first-year varsity program, the Bloomfield High flag football team certainly represented itself quite well, in the spring of 2026.Led by head coach Deborah Schulze, the Bengals put together a 5-5 record, with wins against Memorial of West New York, Barringer, Dwight Morrow, Columbia and ...
Clinton, NJ – The Town of Clinton came together on Friday night, May 15th, to celebrate the very special 50th anniversary of Main Street business Heart Strings gift shop, as Carol Beder and her family hosted a spectacular party. Hunterdon County's most famous emcee, Dan “Doctor D” Torrone, ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — In April, the Plainfield Firefighters Foundation launched its 2026 fund drive, which will maintain and expand the organization's efforts to give back to the Plainfield community.The foundation is a nonprofit organized by the city's firefighters. It organizes a host of efforts, ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ – The Board of Education unanimously approved the reduction of force agenda item as part of the budget for the 2026-27 academic year. As part of the budget proposal that passed with full support of the board on April 28, the district is set to eliminate two dozen staff positions due ...
LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Registration is officially open for the Long Beach Township Police Department’s 3rd Annual LBI Junior Police Academy, agency officials announced.The free program is scheduled to run from Aug. 17 to Aug. 21, with daily sessions operating from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enrollment ...
The column below is sponsored by Princeton Council candidate Marina Rubina.The short version, for those who don't have time for the long one:Princeton spent $42 million acquiring the Westminster Conservatory campus. The roofs and sinks are leaking. The interest is accruing. The Community Music ...
FANWOOD/SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — Fabio’s Bistro (217 South Ave.) will hold a special fundraiser on Wednesday, May 20, from 11 am to 8 pm, to support the Hoops for Nico 8th Grade Charity Basketball Tournament and Imagine, A Center for Coping with Loss, which serves children and families throughout New ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Motorists and residents in Asbury Park should prepare for new traffic patterns beginning this Monday, May 18, as the city moves forward with several one-way street changes in response to ongoing neighborhood concerns.According to city officials, the new traffic patterns will ...
LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Long Beach Township Police Department officially welcomed its newest member on Friday following his graduation from the state canine academy.K-9 Zero, a German Shepherd born in Hungary in July 2024, graduated from the New Jersey State Police Canine Training Academy ...
With the regular season winding down, the Bloomfield High softball team prevailed on May 16, defeating Belleville, 11-1, on 'Senior Day'.Head coach Rich Adams' team will visit Ridgefield Park on May 19, in a 4:15 p.m. start. On May 20, the Bengals will be home to play Paterson Eastside, in a 4 p.m.
LAKE COMO, NJ – The Lake Como Mayor and Council recently took time to celebrate Borough Clerk Amy Boney after she was named the #1 Municipal Clerk in the Nation for 2026, recognizing her years of dedication, professionalism, and service to the borough.During the recognition, borough officials ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Members of the Stafford Township Police Department Honor Guard joined law enforcement officers from across Ocean County on Friday, May 15, to honor fallen officers during the annual Ocean County Law Enforcement Memorial Day Observance.The ceremony, held at the Ocean County ...
KENILWORTH, NJ – The 2022, 2023, and 2024 winners of the Best Mutz in New Jersey, Massimo Deli, are back at it again, competing for the best mozzarella in the central Jersey region. Voting began on May 15th and ends on Memorial Day at Noon. Each of the two regions, North and South Top Vote wil win ...
JEFFERSON, NJ - Jefferson Township is in the midst of addressing the water issues on the Milton side of town. The Township is currently out for bid on a filter project that is expected to resolve the problem. As of May 15, 27 bids were in for the job.Testing in 2022 revealed that the “Moosepac ...
CLARK, NJ — There will be a Clark Township Council meeting on Monday, May 18, beginning at 7:30 p.m.The meeting will be held in the Clark Council Chambers, located at 315 Westfield Ave.The meeting agenda can be found here.[Don’t miss any TAPinto Clark news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for ...
NEW JERSEY - Blackstone Products is voluntarily recalling certain lots of its Blackstone Parmesan Ranch seasoning because of possible Salmonella contamination.The company said the recall is tied to a California Dairies, Inc. recall of dry milk powder due to potential Salmonella contamination. The ...
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PARAMUS, NJ — This past Saturday, May 16, a special celebration made its mark in Paramus.The Fifth District Scout Honor Ceremony, hosted by U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), recognized North Jersey Scouts who achieved the rank of Eagle Scout and Gold Award Girl Scout after completing ...
PARAMUS, NJ — This past Saturday, May 16, a special celebration made its mark in Paramus.The Fifth District Scout Honor Ceremony, hosted by U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), recognized North Jersey Scouts who achieved the rank of Eagle Scout and Gold Award Girl Scout after completing ...
PARAMUS, NJ — This past Saturday, May 16, a special celebration made its mark in Paramus.The Fifth District Scout Honor Ceremony, hosted by U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), recognized North Jersey Scouts who achieved the rank of Eagle Scout and Gold Award Girl Scout after completing ...
PARAMUS, NJ — This past Saturday, May 16, a special celebration made its mark in Paramus.The Fifth District Scout Honor Ceremony, hosted by U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), recognized North Jersey Scouts who achieved the rank of Eagle Scout and Gold Award Girl Scout after completing ...
TAPinto Hanover Township’s Sports Round-Up is intended to provide a broader snapshot of local high school sports results and standout performances involving Hanover Township area teams and athletes. Results and statistics are based on reported game information available at publication time.
RAHWAY, NJ — The NAACP—Rahway Branch will hold a “Meet the Candidates” Night on Monday, May 18, from 6 to 8 p.m., in the Rahway Public Library auditorium, located at 2 City Hall Plaza.This is an opportunity to hear from Rahway residents running for local office and to ask questions about their ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots fell to the Binghamton Rumble Ponies 10-7 at TD Bank Ballpark on Sunday afternoon.With four extra base hits in the game, Somerset has an extra base hit in all 39 games this season. At the time of the game ending, Somerset’s 39-game XBH streak is the longest ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots fell to the Binghamton Rumble Ponies 10-7 at TD Bank Ballpark on Sunday afternoon.With four extra base hits in the game, Somerset has an extra base hit in all 39 games this season. At the time of the game ending, Somerset’s 39-game XBH streak is the longest ...