TOP LOCAL News
By LINDSEY KELLEHER
May 17, 2026
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 Board of Education voted down a proposed $90,000 contract for social and emotional learning (SEL) program services during its May 13 meeting, as several commissioners questioned the timing of the expense amid ongoing budget concerns and recent district layoffs.The ...
Denville, NJ - A dominant performance at the faceoff X and a balanced offensive attack propelled Mountain Lakes High School boys lacrosse to a 14-5 victory over neighboring rival Morris Knolls High School boys lacrosse on Saturday morning.Mountain Lakes (8-7) controlled the tempo from the start, ...
HAMILTON, NJ - Mercer County and Hamilton Township will commemorate Memorial Day with a ceremony and two parades honoring America’s fallen service members.The remembrance events begin on Sunday, May 24, with a Memorial Day ceremony hosted by the Mercer County Division of Veteran Services at 11 a.m.
Denville, NJ - A late rally came up just short for Morris Knolls High School baseball in an 8-6 loss to Westwood Regional High School baseball on Saturday morning.Trailing 8-2 entering the bottom of the seventh inning, Morris Knolls mounted a furious comeback with four runs and brought the tying ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — The meatballs were homemade, the salad was donated, the cake was a gift — and for the first time since 2019, the Berkeley Heights Fire Department threw open its doors and invited the whole town to dinner.Saturday night's spaghetti dinner at Fire Department Headquarters drew ...
HAMILTON, NJ - The Hamilton Township Animal Shelter is looking to fill a part-time Volunteer Coordinator position, township officials announced.The role, which pays between $20 and $22 per hour, will support the shelter’s volunteer operations and may include weekend and evening hours. The Volunteer ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — South Brunswick Public Schools has added the STOPit anonymous reporting app as part of the district’s school safety and student well-being efforts, giving students, families and staff another way to report concerns involving bullying, violence, self-harm and other troubling ...
TRENTON, NJ — Recognizing that early intervention is critical when treating sepsis, the Assembly Health Committee on May 11 advanced Bill A1950, known as the “Stop Sepsis Act”, following testimony from individuals who shared stories of their own personal experiences with the condition. The ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — The South Brunswick Board of Education approved a new partnership aimed at helping students, staff and families recognize and respond to human trafficking and online exploitation concerns.The board voted May 7 to approve a resolution authorizing the district to partner with ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ – Glen Rock High School proudly announces Amber Wang as the Class of 2026 Valedictorian, recognizing her exceptional academic achievements, service, and commitment to excellence both inside and outside the classroom.Throughout her time at Glen Rock High School, Amber has distinguished ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — East Brunswick received a clean review of its 2025 municipal finances during the May 11 Township Council meeting, with the township’s auditor reporting an unmodified opinion, no findings of grant noncompliance and no new audit recommendations.The audit was presented by John ...
Add some red, white and blue to your gardens and containers in celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States. When designing your plantings be sure to select plants suitable for the growing conditions and those that will look great not only on the 4th but throughout the growing ...
TRENTON, NJ — Recognizing that early intervention is critical when treating sepsis, the Assembly Health Committee on May 11 advanced Bill A1950, known as the “Stop Sepsis Act”, following testimony from individuals who shared stories of their own personal experiences with the condition. The ...
Denville, NJ - In a tightly contested pitchers’ duel, No. 5-ranked Morris Knolls High School softball scratched across the game’s only run in the fifth inning to edge Pope John XXIII Regional High School softball, 1-0, on Friday afternoon.Kayla Doyle delivered a dominant performance in the circle ...
PARKLAND, FL- The Stoneman Douglas Baseball Team continues to make history in the State of Florida, winning an unprecedented 6th consecutive Class 7A State Baseball Championship over Nationally Ranked #2 Venice High School on Saturday, 2-1.Game statistics have not yet been released. Download the ...
Denville, NJ - A dominant outing from Carter Infante and timely hitting lifted Morris Knolls High School baseball to a 4-0 shutout victory over Howell High School baseball on Thursday afternoon.Infante was masterful on the mound for Morris Knolls (14-10), tossing a complete-game four-hit shutout ...
PATERSON, NJ The New York Cosmos and the Stonewall Inn have announced a historic partnership, naming the Cosmos as the Official Soccer Club of Stonewall Inn and bringing together two iconic organizations rooted in New York culture, identity, and community. The partnership was formally announced ...
Denville, NJ - Despite a strong effort at the faceoff stripe and 18 shots on goal turned aside by the opposing goalie, Morris Knolls High School boys lacrosse dropped a 12-7 decision to New Providence High School boys lacrosse on Thursday evening.New Providence improved to 10-5 behind a balanced ...
Denville, NJ - Behind a dominant performance from Kate Cymbor, No. 5-ranked Westfield High School girls lacrosse pulled away late for a 13-9 victory over Morris Knolls High School girls lacrosse on Thursday afternoon in Rockaway Township.Cymbor erupted for five goals and one assist as Westfield ...
Add some red, white and blue to your gardens and containers in celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States. When designing your plantings be sure to select plants suitable for the growing conditions and those that will look great not only on the 4th but throughout the growing ...
Add some red, white and blue to your gardens and containers in celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States. When designing your plantings be sure to select plants suitable for the growing conditions and those that will look great not only on the 4th but throughout the growing ...
UPDATE: Riff Raff has been found and safely returned home.PISCATAWAY, NJ — Residents in the Murray Avenue and Richards Street area of Piscataway are being asked to keep an eye out for a missing cat named Riff Raff, according to HomeAgain Pet Recovery.Riff Raff, a 4-year-old female Domestic Short ...
DENVILLE, NJ — Mayor Andes and Denville Township proudly invite residents to attend “Light Up The Night” on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM at Flicker Terrace in Denville for a special evening commemorating a pivotal moment in New Jersey’s Revolutionary War history.Part of ...
EDISON, NJ - Sometime on Sunday morning, an 8,000+ gallon fuel tanker became fully engulfed in flames on Route 287 near Exits 1 and 2. At least four people have been injured, and more than 150 firefighters are currently on the scene, according to emergency officials.Route 287 northbound and ...
Denville, NJ - On May 5, 2026, the Denville Police Department was notified of a theft that had occurred the previous day at The Meadows in Denville.The items reported stolen included a sliding glass door and associated handles. Through subsequent investigation, the officer identified Kenneth S.
ROXBURY, NJ — After an unusual fall scheduling change last year caused by the Route 80 sinkhole crisis, the Taste of Roxbury is returning to its traditional springtime slot this month — something organizers believe will help bring back bigger crowds to the popular culinary fundraiser.The 18th ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Those looking for work in Coral Springs will have two shots at strengthening their job-search skills for free just before employers descend next week on the Northwest Regional Library for a job fair.The first workshop, put on by AARP, is scheduled to run from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
BOCA RATON, FL — The clock is now ticking on one of Boca Raton’s most closely watched political battles.Last week, the Boca Raton City Council unanimously approved an amended version of the Save Boca local law, cementing new restrictions on the sale, lease or transfer of city-owned land larger than ...
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 ...