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May 13, 2026
Two back-by-popular-demand speakers and topics open the 2026 Third Wednesday Speaker Series at the Cambridge Historical Society and Museum. On Wednesday, May 20, Jared R. Towler will entertain with the surprisingly riveting and fun history of "It's in the Dictionary," and on Wednesday, June 17, ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Borough Council introduced an ordinance to limit parking on Park Place on Saturdays at the Tuesday, May 12 meeting. The proposed ordinance limits the parking on both sides of Park Place on Saturdays between 6 am and 2 pm to allow traffic to enter and exit the recycling ...
We are very pleased to announce that our upcoming Hubbard Hall Gala will be honoring the great Lila Brown, Founder and Leader of Music from Salem. In gratitude for the beautiful music she has brought to us for the last 40 years, Hubbard Hall is proud to honor Lila Brown with The Making Community ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Township officials formally recognized May as Mental Health Awareness Month during the Township Council meeting Tuesday night, highlighting the importance of reducing stigma and increasing support for residents living with mental health conditions.The proclamation, read by ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Winning pitcher and tournament MVP Grace Meyers helped her own cause with a two-run single in a three- run 10th inning to propel High Point to a 5-3 victory over Phillipsburg High School in the Hunterdon-Warren-Sussex Tournament championship softball game on Tuesday at the Ruth ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - The Kenilworth Police Department recently posted the following announcement on their social media page.The Kenilworth Police Department announces the arrest of two individuals in connection with a residential burglary that occurred on December 31, 2025, in the 600 block of ...
PATERSON, NJ - Mayor Andre Sayegh claimed victory Tuesday night after early election results showed him leading the field in Paterson’s mayoral race.Unofficial results reported on the Passaic County Election Results website shows Sayegh with 6,439 votes. Third Ward Councilman Alex Mendez followed ...
FORT EDWARD — A Gansevoort man was arrested Saturday after surveillance footage caught him smashing windows and entering the Washington County Municipal Building on Broadway while it was closed.John E. Sawn III, 47, was charged with burglary in the third degree and criminal mischief in the second ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – Mayor Al Morgan and the Borough Council recognized May as Mental Health Awareness Month at the Tuesday, May 12 meeting. The New Providence Mental Health Advocacy and Education Committee was spearheaded five years ago by Council President Nadine Geoffroy, Councilwoman Lisa ...
WHITEHALL — State Police arrested a Dresden man on misdemeanor charges after he allegedly attempted to strike a juvenile from his vehicle and then pursued the child down Broadway, driving into oncoming traffic.John J. McDonald, 48, was charged with reckless endangerment in the second degree and ...
Argyle Central School District is pleased to welcome Andrew Ferrone as the new principal of the Elementary School. Mr. Ferrone brings eighteen years of educational experience, both in the classroom and in leadership positions at WSWHE BOCES, most recently as the Coordinator of Model Schools. His ...
ESSEX FELLS, NJ — An alert from dispatch about a felony vehicle wanted in connection with a Florham Park robbery led to a coordinated police stop and arrest in Essex Fells on May 7, according to the Essex Fells Police Department.Police said the vehicle entered town around 5 p.m., prompting officers ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - A fugitive wanted by the South Brunswick Police Department for a robbery in December 2025 was arrested and returned to New Jersey last week. According to a news release from South Brunwick Police Deputy Chief James Ryan, 45-year-old Nathan E. Simpson was arrested and returned ...
SCHOHARIE – Every year, Schoharie hosts a 5K combination run/walk to benefit the Marathon For a Better Life, supporting those with cancer. This year’s race, held on Fort Road at Covered Bridge and Lily Park, was on Saturday, May 2, at 9 a.m. Marathon For a Better Life is currently celebrating its ...
ROXBURY, NJ — A much-anticipated federal court hearing on the state and township’s effort to halt a proposed immigration detention facility in Ledgewood was canceled Tuesday after the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agreed to pause conversion work at the site and conduct an environmental ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - A fugitive wanted by the South Brunswick Police Department for a robbery in December 2025 was arrested and returned to New Jersey last week. According to a news release from South Brunwick Police Deputy Chief James Ryan, 45-year-old Nathan E. Simpson was arrested and returned ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Board of Education elected current board member Eileen Kelly as president and welcomed two new members Tuesday during its annual reorganization meeting. Outgoing President Melanie Cohn stepped down following the transition and will continue to serve as board member next ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial summer kick off along the Jersey Shore. It also means it's time for the annual Memorial Day Parade in Spotswood, which is sponsored by American Legion Post 253. Spotswood's Memorial Day Parade takes place on Monday, May 25. The parade lineup is ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — Community leaders, students, advocates, and residents gathered in celebration of service and educational opportunity during the fourth annual HACE Foundation scholarship gala, “Sneaker Ball: Hometown Heroes – Lace Up to Lift Up.”Hosted by the Housing Authority of the City of ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Maria DeLuca has always found a way to say yes.Whether she is teaching culinary arts and textiles at New Providence High School, chairing a committee to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, preserving local history at the Salt Box Museum or volunteering for one of the dozens ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — In the course of his four years on the New Providence High School golf team, Blake Catalano has made remarkable strides.Catalano's scoring average has dropped every season. As a freshman, he posted a 53 average over nine holes. This spring, he has lowered that average to a 37, ...
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Ravens narrowly defeated the KIPP Capital High School Trailblazers 26-25 on the flag football field.The win put the Ravens’ newest team’s overall season record at 6-4, with a 2-2 league record. Here are photos from the matchup, courtesy of Gina Pelletier.
KENILWORTH, NJ - The Brearley Varsity Baseball team is on a six-winning streak, having advanced on Monday, May 11, with an 3-2 triumph over Bellevile.This brings the Bears current record 11-8. Highlights of the game from Head Coach Dave Kaplow include:Dom Condo went 2-4.Dylan Brito went 1-3 with ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Cedar Hill Preparatory School (CHP) recently held its annual Science Fair, showcasing the research and investigative work of students across its Preschool to 8 program. This year's event drew a panel of judges with distinguished professional backgrounds — and left a lasting ...
MIDLAND PARK, NJ — To mark National Police Week, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) introduced two new bipartisan federal bills: one to protect law enforcement officers and their families from doxxing — the publishing of personal information online to threaten, intimidate, or facilitate ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - The Parsippany PAL is celebrating another successful partnership event with independent wrestling promotion ISPW following a packed show held Friday night at the PAL facility in Parsippany.In a social media post shared after the event, PAL officials thanked ISPW, the wrestlers, ...
Brady Stewart hit two key 3-pointers as Granville rallied to defeat Glens Falls 62-60 in Unified Basketball on Monday. The Black Bears held an 11-point lead heading to the fourth quarter, but the Golden Horde used a huge fourth quarter to come from behind. "It was a great game by both Granville ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: It is a tragic day today in Red Bank as authorities have identified the individual struck and killed by a New Jersey Transit train this morning as a 16-year-old student at Red Bank Regional High School.According to NJ Transit, the victim was struck by Train No. 3218, which departed ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial summer kick off along the Jersey Shore. It also means it's time for the annual Memorial Day Parade in Spotswood, which is sponsored by American Legion Post 253. Spotswood's Memorial Day Parade takes place on Monday, May 25. The parade lineup is ...
FLORHAM PARK, NJ - The Florham Park Police Department has completed another successful Police Unity Tour ride, joining fellow law enforcement officers from across the country in honoring fallen officers during the annual memorial event.Riding with Police Unity Tour Chapter 1, the Florham Park team ...