TOP LOCAL News
By DAVID BRIGHOUSE
June 3, 2026
RAHWAY, NJ — So what is a responsible citizen to do upon discovering that a famous comic book artist was born and raised in his hometown and, on top of that, may have relatives still living in the area not too far away?If you own TAPinto Rahway, such news immediately sounds like a story in the ...
TRENTON, NJ — A plan to test driverless cars in New Jersey received another green light Monday, after the measure unanimously passed the Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee.The bill, A3968, will introduce a pilot program in New Jersey to allow autonomous vehicle (AV) tests at ...
LIGHTHOUSE POINT — Pompano Beach residents gained a major new healthcare option right in the city's backyard as Broward Health cut the ribbon on a state-of-the-art freestanding emergency room and medical offices situated just blocks north of the Pompano Beach city line.State of the Art ERLocated at ...
RAHWAY, NJ — With 100% of districts reporting, as of Tuesday evening, incumbent council members in Rahway appear to have held off their Democratic challenger in the contested primary race in town.Jeffrey Brooks, Joanna Miles, and Jeremy Mojica took the top three spots in the June 2nd primary, ...
TRENTON - The New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) have announced a statewide Goal Zero enforcement initiative scheduled for Saturday, June 6 to honor New Jersey State Police Trooper Marc K. Castellano, killed in the line of duty on Interstate 195 in Howell. The all-day ...
7TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT, NJ — More than 90% of the votes have been counted in the primary in New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District.According to unofficial results, Rebecca Bennett has won on the Democratic side. Incumbent Tom Kean is running unopposed on the Republican side.Tuesday’s winners ...
CRANFORD, NJ — Susan Burke and Paul A. Gallo were the top vote-getters in Tuesday's primary election for two seats on the Cranford Township Committee, according to unofficial results posted by Union County election officials after polls closed at 8 p.m. June 2.In the Democratic primary, Burke ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - Milltown Police Department Chief Christopher Johnson announced on Monday that he is retiring after 29 years of service to the borough. Johnson's retirement is effective as of Wednesday, July 1. Johnson became Milltown Police Department's chief on January 1, 2024, after the retirement ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – A piece of vacant Bridgewater property will now be used for other means, per the Bridgewater Township Council.The municipal governing body unanimously approved an ordinance May 18 to use a portion of Block 222, Lot 3.01, as a temporary additional parking lot. The parcel is located ...
READINGTON, NJ – The Readington Township Public Schools are reviewing a religious exemption protocol after receiving a request to exempt a student from a core novel assigned in a literacy unit.Ellen DePinto, vice president of the board of education and chair of the policy and communications ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Union County will spend $73.8 million to make county roads safer for motorists and pedestrians, and an additional $26.6 million to improve the streets in Elizabeth.The road improvements are part of Union County’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Action Plan and are being ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — The town’s newest public mural is a tribute to New Jersey’s deadliest 1951 train wreck, and it honors local people who joined rescuers to sift through the rubble to recover dead and injured passengers from the derailment.Municipal officials recently unveiled the sprawling mural at ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Even though June has just begun, the countdown to July 4 is on because this one is a special one. America is turning 250. Many towns are already holding events as the nation gears up for the United States' special milestone. The East Brunswick Museum is inviting residents to ...
ELIZABETH, NJ - Union County announced the return of its Fresh Start initiative at the Elizabeth Public Library on Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Showers, laundry, and restroom services are available to residents on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, please contact the Union ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - South Brunswick Township's spring veteran street sign dedication ceremonies continued on Saturday, May 30 at the intersection of Ridge Road and Griggs Drive. A commemorative street sign was unveiled at a special afternoon ceremony in memory of Marine Sergeant Theodore W.
LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, NJ — Linden High School pitchers Jimmy Santa Maria and Armando Agusti have joined an exclusive club, each recording their 100th career strikeout and cementing their place among the program’s standout performers. The milestone reflects years of hard work, consistency, and ...
The Borough of Red Bank is seeking a detail-oriented, customer-focused professional to serve as a Violations Clerk in the Municipal Court. The anticipated salary range for this position is $22.34 to $32.55 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Under the direction of the Municipal Court ...
CALDWELL, N.J. — Gov. Livingston is one win away from a sectional championship — and a chance at redemption.Behind three home runs and a dominant effort from sophomore pitcher Maggie Quinn, the fourth-seeded Highlanders defeated top-seeded Caldwell, 5-1, Tuesday in the NJSIAA North Jersey, Section ...
CALDWELL, N.J. — Gov. Livingston is one win away from a sectional championship — and a chance at redemption.Behind three home runs and a dominant effort from sophomore pitcher Maggie Quinn, the fourth-seeded Highlanders defeated top-seeded Caldwell, 5-1, Tuesday in the NJSIAA North Jersey, Section ...
MADISON, NJ - The Madison Summer Stage Series will return for 2026, bringing free Friday night concerts to the Madison Arts Center throughout the summer.The concerts will take place Fridays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Madison Arts Center, located at 10 Kings Road. The series will feature live ...
SOMERSET — A Thomas Edison EnergySmart Charter School student has been named a 2026 National Merit Scholarship winner, earning a college-sponsored award to attend Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey.Mahek Khan, a Piscataway resident, was selected by Rutgers officials from among Finalists in ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Township Committee opened its May 26 meeting commemorating the recent passing of retired Springfield Police Sergeant Angelo Bonavitacola, who died earlier that morning.He was 59.Bonavitacola joined the Springfield Police Department in 1990 and served more than 30 years in ...
MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ – Monroe Township High School’s 17 total sectional and state championship banners hang on the ceiling directly above its gymnasium’s spectator stands.Six different sports are represented on these rafters going back to 1980, but while boys’ volleyball is not one of them, that is ...
Basking Ridge, NJ — Parents, students, staff, and community members are being invited to help shape the future of the Bernards Township School District through a new strategic planning initiative.The district has launched a community engagement effort aimed at gathering feedback that will help ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out.Linguine Primavera with Grilled Chicken, Garlic Bread $15.50“The Big Michigan Cheeseburger” Double Quarter Pounder, with Shredded Lettuce Onion, Pickles & Michigan Deli Special Sauce on ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Children’s Specialized Hospital, part of the Children’s Health network at RWJBarnabas Health, transformed its New Brunswick inpatient rehabilitation unit into a colorful Candy Land-themed celebration for pediatric patients and their families on May 29.The evening featured music, ...
HOLMDEL, N.J. — Filmmakers, industry professionals, and movie enthusiasts from across the region will gather at Bell Works in Holmdel this weekend as the 2026 Monmouth Film Festival (MFF) returns for a three-day celebration of independent film-making, storytelling, and creative ...
WAYNE, NJ — Dennis Marnick came out ahead in Tuesday’s Democratic primary for the Wayne Township Council Fifth Ward seat, defeating Jim Freeswick in the only contested municipal race available to Wayne voters in the June 2 primary election.According to unofficial results, Marnick received 295 votes ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - Morris County election officials continued updating unofficial primary election results Tuesday night as vote-by-mail ballots, secure drop box ballots and provisional ballots remained under review.The latest unofficial countywide totals show several races beginning to take ...
VERONA, N.J. — Voters in the western suburbs of Essex County, including Verona and Cedar Grove, solidified a shift in the regional political landscape Tuesday, as a local official ascended to the county stage and a recently elected congresswoman secured her path toward a full term.While the primary ...