TOP LOCAL News
By TAPINTO ROBBINSVILLE STAFF
May 12, 2026
ROBBINSVILLE – During his sophomore year at Robbinsville High School, Kavin Arora made a keen observation: Once many students achieved their 30 hours of mandated community service for graduation, they stopped volunteering.With so much need in the community, especially at social service programs in ...
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 ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - The Hoboken Public Library Friends & Foundation is calling on residents to support local library programs and services as part of this year’s Hudson Gives fundraising campaign.The nonprofit organization has set a goal of raising $10,000 to help fund programs, events, and ...
PATERSON, NJ - Election Day is underway today, May 12, in Paterson, with voters headed to the polls to choose the city’s mayor and three City Council at-large members.Polls are open until 8 p.m. across the city. Registered voters can check their assigned polling locations online. In the race for ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ — The Bridgewater-Raritan baseball team advanced to the quarterfinal round of the Somerset County Tournament with an 8-4 victory over Pingry on Monday.Kevin Kelly hit a two-run home run as fifth-seeded Bridgewater-Raritan (7-14) collected nine hits.The Panthers erased a 4-2 deficit ...
BORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP, NJ — A special group of student-athletes was recently honored by local elected officials for their outstanding accomplishments on the court this season. The Bordentown Regional High School Scotties girls basketball team was presented with Mayoral Certificates at the April 27 ...
MOUNT LAUREL – Mavis Discount Tire, which faced strong opposition to opening a site at 860 Union Mill Road from a coalition of Mount Laurel residents, has withdrawn that application, Mount Laurel Township Manage Meredith Riculfy told TAPinto Mount Laurel Monday.Riculfy was not sure if Mavis ...
METUCHEN, NJ - After a big weekend victory in the play-in round of the 2026 Jim Muldowney Greater Middlesex Conference Tournament over 20th-seeded North Plainfield High School, 13th-seeded Spotswood High School's varsity baseball team was shut out 3-0 in the first round by fourth-seeded Metuchen ...
Four Democratic candidates vying for New Jersey's seventh congressional district squared off Monday in a live-streamed primary forum, unanimously targeting Republican incumbent Rep. Tom Kean Jr. while drawing sharp contrasts on health care, immigration, energy and foreign policy.The forum was ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Department of Public Works is undertaking a seasonal tree‑planting effort that will result in 51 new trees scheduled for installation this spring and another 19 associated with state paving work.Rob Boettcher, head of the DPW, briefed the Township Committee at its ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Two Hightstown High School (HHS) teams are heading to the Garden State eSports Spring 2026 finals to compete against teams from around the state. The Hightstown eSports teams will be competing in the Garden State eSports (GSE) during the State Finals in the High School Rocket ...
CORAL SPRINGS — Coral Springs police helped stop three South Florida women who are accused of stealing nearly $95,000 worth of cosmetics from CVS and Walgreens across Broward and Palm Beach counties during a months-long organized retail theft operation, according to investigators.Vanessa Equsquiza, ...
BOCA RATON — Three South Florida women are accused of stealing nearly $95,000 worth of cosmetics from CVS and Walgreens stores, targeting stores in Boca Raton and across Broward and Palm Beach counties during a months-long organized retail theft operation, according to investigators.Vanessa ...
GALLATIN—The Mid-Hudson Astronomical Association hosts a monthly stargazing party at Lake Taghkanic State Park, 1528 State Route 82, in the West Beach parking lot, Friday, May 15 at 8 p.m.Bring your own telescopes and binoculars or use those provided by members. Provide your license plate number ...
BOCA RATON — Three South Florida women are accused of stealing nearly $95,000 worth of cosmetics from CVS and Walgreens stores, targeting stores in Coconut Creek and across Broward and Palm Beach counties during a months-long organized retail theft operation, according to investigators.Vanessa ...
Four Democratic candidates vying for New Jersey's seventh congressional district squared off Monday in a live-streamed primary forum, unanimously targeting Republican incumbent Rep. Tom Kean Jr. while drawing sharp contrasts on health care, immigration, energy and foreign policy.The forum was ...
NUTLEY, NJ -,The Nutley Family Service Bureau brought the community together for an evening of music, food, resources, and support during its third annual Mental Health and Wellness Awareness Night in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month.The lively event featured music by Michael Chieffo of ...
PARKLAND, FL- The Broward School Board voted 7-2 on Monday to approve a reorganization plan that will eliminate approximately 1,000 positions across the district. The decision followed more than eight hours of debate and serves as a direct response to a significant drop in student enrollment, with ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ — Passersby near David’s Country Inn yesterday evening caught a glimpse of Hackettstown’s younger generation honoring the town’s history. On Monday, May 11, middle and high school students from Scouting America Troops 158 and 143 gathered at the Billy Yank monument to run through ...
Basking Ridge, NJ — Somerset Hills YMCA, a branch of Greater Somerset County YMCA, partnered with the Rotary Club of the Somerset Hills in April to host a community-wide children’s book drive that collected more than 1,000 books for local families.The drive encouraged residents to donate new and ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — New Jersey's decision to officially recognize girls flag football as a varsity sport next year is being met with excitement at Sayreville War Memorial High School, where the program has already proven it can compete.First-year head coach Juliana "Jules" Burns found out the way a ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — The Township of Scotch Plains and Woodmont Properties will host a Public Information Session on Downtown Redevelopment on Monday, May 18, at 7 p.m. at Scotch Plains Town Hall (430 Park Ave.). Residents are invited to attend to learn more about plans to revitalize the downtown ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Dayton scored two runs in the top of the seventh inning and held on for a 5-4 softball victory over highly regarded South Plainfield on Monday.Abigail Trenk went 2-for-3 and scored three runs for Dayton (11-9), which took a 5-3 lead in the top of the seventh.Winning pitcher ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — The Governor Livingston softball team has quietly built one of the stronger résumés in Union County this spring, and a 17-0 run-rule victory over Rahway in the second round of the Union County Tournament Friday made clear the Highlanders are hitting their stride at the ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ -Assemblyman Jerry Walker (D-Hudson) will officially open his new district office in Jersey City with a public grand opening event on Saturday, May 16.The event is scheduled for 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at 39 Kearny Ave., Annex 4, in Jersey City. Residents will have an opportunity to meet ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - The U.S. Marshals Service is seeking the public’s help locating Luis Marin, who is wanted in connection with a homicide investigation dating back to March 23, 2026. According to a wanted flyer issued by the U.S. Marshals Service, Marin is wanted by the Hudson County Prosecutor’s ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — With a ribbon cutting, a test of the microphone and a round of applause, Governor Livingston High School officially unveiled its brand-new press box Monday, capping a collaborative effort between the Berkeley Heights and Mountainside school districts that supporters say was ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - Closings are now underway at Southend Lofts, marking a defining milestone for the visionary collection of luxury condominium homes in Hoboken.The initial occupancy follows a robust launch in which more than one-third of the 110 residences have already sold. The strong market response ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Red Bank Planning Board will hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, May 13, at 7:00pm at Borough Hall, 90 Monmouth Street.26 Drs. James Parker Boulevard is the subject of a Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan application focused on site improvements while retaining the existing ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ — Ready for the annual Taste of Hasbrouck Heights and Friends? Grab your forks and stretchy pants and check out the 29 eateries that are scheduled to present their signature dishes.The Taste of Hasbrouck Heights and Friends is hosted by the Hasbrouck Heights Friends of the ...