TOP LOCAL News
By GUY KIPP
May 12, 2026
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Even with the prospect of a quarterfinal round game in the Union County Tournament looming for both baseball teams on Wednesday, there was still the not-so-minor matter of wrapping up first place in the Watchung Division when Gov. Livingston hosted Union Catholic on Tuesday ...
FLORHAM PARK, NJ - The Florham Park Police Department has once again taken part in the annual Police Unity Tour, a four-day, 300-mile ride honoring fallen law enforcement officers from across the nation.This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Police Unity Tour, which was founded in Florham Park ...
BOCA RATON, FL — While the speed limit along Glades Road is 45 mph, the average speed of motorists on Glades Road is between 57 mph and 62 mph, according to a video posted on the Boca Raton Police Services Department’s social media pages.Boca Raton police and Florida Atlantic University police want ...
POMPANO BEACH — The redevelopment of the former Pompano Park horse racing track reached a milestone Monday as developers delivered the first four buildings - 620,738 square feet of industrial space - at the site.The announcement at the site, known as Race Track Logistics Pompano, marks the debut of ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Jack, the dog that ran from a crash scene near Windmill Park last week before disappearing into South Creek, is heading to a foster home while his owner recovers in the hospital, Coconut Creek police said this week.Police announced Monday that Jack is on his way to a foster home ...
POMPANO BEACH — A pre-dawn fire at a Pompano Beach quadruplex sent two people to the hospital and displaced six residents Tuesday morning, according to the city’s Strategic Communications Office.Pompano Beach Fire Rescue arrived at the residential building at 345 NW 5 St. around 3:15 a.m. to find ...
BOCA RATON, FL — While the speed limit along Glades Road is 45 mph, the average speed of motorists on Glades Road is between 57 mph and 62 mph, according to a video posted on the Boca Raton Police Services Department’s social media pages.Boca Raton police and Florida Atlantic University police want ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Another Argentinian steakhouse is planned for Coral Springs, with a new restaurant preparing to open in the former Smith & Webster Restaurant & Bar space in the Target shopping center on North State Road 7.A sign posted on the front door at 4372 N. State Road 7 reads ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Coral Springs High School’s athletic director is the latest to be arrested for taking part in a scheme that diverted more than $11,000 tied to unauthorized gym rentals at Broward County schools, according to court and arrest records filed this week.Brandon Wesley, 48, was ...
POMPANO BEACH — A pre-dawn fire at a Pompano Beach quadruplex sent two people to the hospital and displaced six residents Tuesday morning, according to the city’s Strategic Communications Office.Pompano Beach Fire Rescue arrived at the residential building at 345 NW 5 St. around 3:15 a.m. to find ...
MONTVILLE, NJ — While the investigation into a high-value theft in Towaco has reached a breakthrough, the primary suspect remains at large.The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office announced on May 8 that 41-year-old Rogelio B. Cerdavera has been charged in connection with a string of residential ...
COBLESKILL – At the Town of Cobleskill meeting on Monday, Code Enforcement Official Mike Piccolo delivered a couple of pieces of interesting news. At April’s town meeting, resident Shane Strong took the podium to complain about a neighbor who he claimed had been living in a camper “with no water, ...
POMPANO BEACH — A pre-dawn fire at a Pompano Beach quadruplex sent two people to the hospital and displaced six residents Tuesday morning, according to the city’s Strategic Communications Office.Pompano Beach Fire Rescue arrived at the residential building at 345 NW 5 St. around 3:15 a.m. to find ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Jack, the dog that ran from a crash scene near Windmill Park last week before disappearing into South Creek, is heading to a foster home while his owner recovers in the hospital, Coconut Creek police said this week.Police announced Monday that Jack is on his way to a foster home ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Another Argentinian steakhouse is planned for Coral Springs, with a new restaurant preparing to open in the former Smith & Webster Restaurant & Bar space in the Target shopping center on North State Road 7.A sign posted on the front door at 4372 N. State Road 7 reads ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Coral Springs High School’s athletic director is the latest to be arrested for taking part in a scheme that diverted more than $11,000 tied to unauthorized gym rentals at Broward County schools, according to court and arrest records filed this week.Brandon Wesley, 48, was ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Fifteen architecture and engineering firms have submitted proposals to design the Coral Springs Sportplex, a project that could reshape the city's recreational facilities and draw major athletic tournaments. The range of firms competing for the work spans from international ...
PATERSON, NJ - First Ward Councilman and Mayoral Candidate Mike Jackson said he was feeling optimistic Tuesday evening as Paterson voters headed to the polls during the final minutes of Election Day voting.“I feel really good,” Jackson said with about 30 minutes remaining before polls closed.
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — Some three weeks after being convicted of possession of cocaine and drug paraphernalia, a 66-year-old Boca Raton woman landed back behind bars after allegedly eluding police who were trying to pull her over.According to a Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office report, on the ...
PATERSON, NJ - Fifth Ward Councilman Luis Velez said he believes strong voter participation during Paterson’s municipal election reflects growing engagement from residents across the city.“I think there’s a lot of enthusiastic people coming out to vote,” Velez said Tuesday evening as polls remained ...
PATERSON, NJ - Council-at-Large Candidate Casey Melvin said he was feeling confident during the final hour of Election Day voting Tuesday, citing what he described as stronger support compared with his previous campaign.“I’m feeling good,” Melvin told TAPinto Paterson. “I know we’re doing a lot ...
TRENTON, NJ – Senator Linda Greenstein (D-Mercer/Middlesex) is pushing legislation to protect rideshare users by requiring potential drivers to disclose any past sexual misconduct investigations when applying to work for such a company. The legislation, Senate Bill 1249 (S-1249), would require ...
NEWARK - Savor Newark, a culinary symposium, will serve as the city's official kickoff to the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Saturday, May 16, at the Cherry Blossom Welcome Center in Essex County's Branch Brook Park. Savor Newark 2026: The Culinary Cup – United at the Table Symposium, taking place from 9 ...
BELMAR, NJ – The Jersey Shore Breaks delivered one of their most complete performances of the 2026 season on Saturday, defeating the San Diego Sharks 102-74 in a dominant showing at St. Rose High School.The victory improved the Breaks to 4-12 on the season as the professional basketball club ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Families looking to combine reading, creativity, and outdoor exploration will have an opportunity to do just that during a special “Pop Up Book Date” scheduled for Saturday, May 16 at Kula Farms.The event, set for 11 a.m. at Kula Farms, 115 Atkins Avenue, will offer a unique ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — Senior left-hander Aiden McCarthy recorded the 100th strikeout of his career in a complete-game effort to lead fifth-seeded South Plainfield to a 2-1 baseball victory over 12th-seeded St. Joseph of Metuchen, the defending champion, in the first round of the Greater Middlesex ...
DOVER, NJ - A 20-year-old Dover man has been arrested and charged with invasion of privacy, stalking, cyber harassment and related offenses, authorities announced.Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally and Dover Police Chief Jonathan Delaney said Eric ...
DOVER, NJ - A 20-year-old Dover man has been arrested and charged with invasion of privacy, stalking, cyber harassment and related offenses, authorities announced.Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally and Dover Police Chief Jonathan Delaney said Eric ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ - Residents are encouraged to roll up their sleeves and give back as a community blood drive is scheduled for Thursday, May 14, at the Morris Plains Community Center.The drive will take place from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the center, located at 51 Jim Fear Drive. The event is organized ...
South Orange Village has secured more than $2 million in new federal and state grant funding to support transformative upgrades to the downtown transit district and community recreation facilities — advancing projects focused on economic vitality, sustainability, safety, and accessibility.The ...