TOP LOCAL News
By ROB SEMAN
May 11, 2026
MORRISTOWN & SUMMIT, NJ – MAY 2026 — Atlantic Health recently became among the first in New Jersey to use the Phagenyx® System, a novel neuromodulation technology designed to improve swallowing safety and accelerate recovery for patients suffering from severe dysphagia (swallowing difficulty) ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – Residents should be aware of the following updates:Hanover Township Board of Adjustment - Special Meeting A Zoom meeting has been scheduled for Friday, May 15 at 1:30 p.m. Meeting access information was distributed through the Township alert system. More information available ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ - In celebration of Mother's Day, the Union County Board of County Commissioners proudly unveiled the nominees for the prestigious Union County SHERO Award. This prestigious award was presented in honor of Women’s History, celebrating the remarkable achievements of women who made ...
Capital Region Independent MediaTROY – City official announced Monday afternoon, the death of the other critically injured person in the fire on Wednesday, April 29 at 289 5th Avenue. In a joint statement Mayor Carmella Mantello and Fire Chief Rich Cellucci said, “on behalf of the City of Troy, we ...
MORRISTOWN & SUMMIT, NJ – MAY 2026 — Atlantic Health recently became among the first in New Jersey to use the Phagenyx® System, a novel neuromodulation technology designed to improve swallowing safety and accelerate recovery for patients suffering from severe dysphagia (swallowing difficulty) ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Residents who have not yet registered to vote are running out of time. The deadline to register for the June 2, 2026 New Jersey primary election is Tuesday, May 12.How to Register Residents have several ways to get it done locally. Those who prefer to register in person can ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ —Residents who have not yet registered to vote are running out of time. The deadline to register for the June 2, 2026 New Jersey primary election is Tuesday, May 12.How to Register Residents have several ways to get it done locally. Those who prefer to register in person can visit ...
COBLESKILL – The Cobleskill-Richmondville varsity tennis team competed in a packed stretch of five matches this past week. On Monday, April 27, the team travelled to Schenectady/Mohonasen to start their week. First singles Joey Manning battled through a competitive three-set match, showing ...
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities for the 21st Annual Monmouth Park Charity Fund Kentucky Derby Party, May 2, are selling quickly —secure yours today! TAP link: https://givebutter.com/c/KentuckyDerbyCelebration TAP play button below⬇️ to see quick highlights from last year's Kentucky Derby ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ - Kathleen Czarnecki, a senior librarian, was recently honored as a 2026 Union County SHERO.The announcement, made by the Union County Board of County Commissioners, celebrates and recognizes extraordinary women in Union County who have made significant contributions to the ...
VERONA, NJ - Verona residents can once again enjoy live music under the stars this summer as the Township of Verona has announced its 2026 Summer Concert Series lineup.The concerts will take place from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at locations including the Civic Center Lawn and the Verona Community Pool, ...
National Nurses Week is an opportunity to recognize the professionals who dedicate their careers to caring for others during some of the most important and challenging moments in life.Within home care, nurses play a unique role. They help families navigate change, provide guidance during uncertain ...
NEWTON, NJ - Superintendent Dr. Joseph S. Piccirillo recognized Teacher Appreciation Week by thanking educators for their dedication to students.“We are taking care of children and fostering the development of the whole child, and it is you, the educators, who take the time to know each student,” ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — For teaching his students to think like scientists, John Kux, a West Boca Raton Community High School teacher, recently earned a county-wide award for his work in the classroom. The Economic Council of Palm Beach County last week gave Kux its 2026 William T. Dwyer Awards for ...
SPRING LAKE, NJ — One of the biggest events of the year is fewer than two weeks away.The annual Spring Lake Five Mile Run, which is celebrating its 48th year in 2026, is scheduled for May 23.The race, which was founded in 1977, had an original field of 400. Now, it's the largest race in the state ...
BAYONNE, NJ — Bayonne residents can once again receive COVID-19 and seasonal flu vaccines this May during the city’s monthly vaccination clinic at the Bayonne Public Library, located at 697 Avenue C, with the next session scheduled for May 28. The 2025–2026 flu vaccine will be available for ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - Hanover Township officials are advising residents that hydrant flushing being conducted by the Southeast Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (SMCMUA) near the Morristown Municipal Airport may temporarily affect water pressure and water color in some nearby ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – A woman was recently beaten for hours, strangled and prevented from calling 911 during a domestic violence incident at a Coral Springs home.The woman told officers the abuse lasted approximately three to four hours throughout the night, according to an arrest report.Coral ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ —Residents who have not yet registered to vote are running out of time. The deadline to register for the June 2, 2026 New Jersey primary election is Tuesday, May 12.How to Register Residents have several ways to get it done locally. Those who prefer to register in person can visit ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ —Residents who have not yet registered to vote are running out of time. The deadline to register for the June 2, 2026 New Jersey primary election is Tuesday, May 12.How to Register Residents have several ways to get it done locally. Those who prefer to register in person can visit ...
ORANGE, NJ — Orange voters will head to the polls Tuesday, May 12, to cast ballots in the city’s non-partisan municipal election, with eight candidates seeking four seats on the Orange City Council.Three incumbent councilmembers are facing challengers, while one incumbent is running unopposed.
MOORESTOWN, NJ — Burlington County officials recently came together to honor a remarkable milestone for one of New Jersey’s longest-living veterans.May Brill, the oldest living female veteran in New Jersey, celebrated her 102nd birthday with a special brunch at the Burlington County Agricultural ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is providing a delicious incentive for the Township’s kids to be safe on the roads this Spring and Summer.For the 8th year in a row, the MLPD is holding the “Slices 4 Safety” program, which began on May 4.“Slices 4 Safety” is an incentive ...
ROSELLE, NJ – Last week three Roselle women received the 2026 Union County SHERO Award, given to county residents who have made significant contributions to their community. Angela Calzone, Samantha Carpio, and Jariclia “Heidi” Recinos were honored with the SHERO award for their remarkable ...
MORRISTOWN & SUMMIT, NJ – MAY 2026 — Atlantic Health recently became among the first in New Jersey to use the Phagenyx® System, a novel neuromodulation technology designed to improve swallowing safety and accelerate recovery for patients suffering from severe dysphagia (swallowing difficulty) ...
SCHOHARIE – A juror took the stand in a hearing held in Schoharie County Court on Thursday, May 7, involving a case which was tried last year.In September 2025, Jenna Beretz-Fahrenkopf was found guilty in Schoharie County Court of manslaughter, tampering with evidence, and concealment of a ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Two members of the Summit Police Department began a several-hundred-mile bicycle ride to Washington, D.C. this weekend as part of the annual Police Unity Tour ahead of National Police Week.Officer Keith Kwiatek and Officer Sean Thompson departed Saturday alongside hundreds of law ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – The Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) has announced the high school students who will compete in the USA Biolympiad (USABO) National Finals at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, from June 21 to July 2, 2026. Among them will be Berkeley Heights resident Tara ...
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 ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Mayor Elizabeth Fagan officially proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month during last week's Common Council meeting, highlighting Summit’s participation in the regional “Paint the Town Green” campaign led by the NJ Cross-Town Mental Health Coalition.In reading the proclamation ...