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By TAPINTO PATERSON STAFF
May 11, 2026
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., under the leadership of its president, Dr. Jalyn E. Lyde, recently celebrated the launch and ribbon-cutting of its new Little Free Library during a community T-ball event sponsored by the Lambda Upsilon Chapter of ...
PATERSON, NJ - Two people were killed and four others were injured in a shooting Saturday night in Paterson, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes and the Paterson Police Department Officer in Charge Patrick Murray announced. According to a statement, officers responded at approximately 8:26 ...
Red Bank Public Library Newsletter for the Week of May 11May kicks off Red Bank Public Library’s America 250 programming! RBPL will be hosting Sheryl Faye as Abigail Adams at 6:30PM on Tuesday, May 12th, and Danny Koslowski will be taking us on an unforgettable ride on roller coasters and carousels ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Plans for Doylestown’s old Almshouse Building got another boost last week in the form of a $2 million grant to fund a pilot program for a mixed-use development that includes housing.The complex that contains the Almshouse Building, which is located near the corner of Almshouse Road ...
NEW JERSEY - Utz Quality Foods, LLC has issued a voluntary recall of certain Zapp’s and Dirty brand potato chips sold nationwide due to possible Salmonella contamination, announced the FDA.The company said the recall was issued after it was notified that a seasoning containing dry milk powder, ...
BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ — The Burlington County Sheriff's Office will continue to focus efforts on Route 130 in the month of May as part of its ongoing safety efforts, the Department has announced.Sheriff's Officers have been stepping up patrols on the roadway since the beginning of the year, ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ — Looking to make an impact in education? There may be the perfect event for you taking place this week.The Burlington County Institute of Technology (BCIT) and the Burlington County Special Services School District (BCSSSD) are hosting a District-Wide Job Fair on Thursday, May 14 ...
FANWOOD, NJ — Fanwood's Tasty Thai has been named among the Top 25 Thai restaurants in New Jersey, according to food critics Peter Genovese and Lauren Musni of NJ.com. Thai food's popularity has grown substantially during the past few decades. According to Pew Research, Thai cuisine now makes up ...
GREENVILLE — Spring break brought the trip of a lifetime for 12 upper-level Latin students!The group began in Athens, Greece, visiting the Acropolis Complex and the Parthenon. Then, they traveled to the Ancient Oracle at Delphi in the mountains of Central Greece. Making their way to Italy on an ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Checks were presented, dinosaurs were spotted, and Block Party and World Cup plans took center stage Friday morning as the Berkeley Heights Business & Civic group gathered at VFW Post 6259 for its networking breakfast.Honoring VeteransBefore business got underway, ...
If either of us die, will the other get a Social Security Survivor Benefit?By Russell GloorFor Capital Region Independent MediaDear Rusty: I am 79. My husband is also 79 and we both receive Social Security benefits. We were both married before, and we married each other at the age of 58. Am I to ...
How many times will it need to be declared that we can have as much of God as we want? And how many tears will we shed from the sadness of knowing that most people only want enough to get by? Having a serious spiritual relationship with God is difficult, as it takes a high level of desire and ...
How many times will it need to be declared that we can have as much of God as we want? And how many tears will we shed from the sadness of knowing that most people only want enough to get by? Having a serious spiritual relationship with God is difficult, as it takes a high level of desire and ...
If either of us die, will the other get a Social Security Survivor Benefit?By Russell GloorFor Capital Region Independent MediaDear Rusty: I am 79. My husband is also 79 and we both receive Social Security benefits. We were both married before, and we married each other at the age of 58. Am I to ...
NEWARK - Harvest: A Farm to Community Center has managed to tie together community health resources in one strategic centralized location in Downtown Newark, bringing health care, agriculture, education and economic development to areas that are starved of fresh produce.RWJBarnabas Health and ...
WASHINGTON, NJ - The Sparta girls lacrosse team faced a familiar foe in Hunterdon Central in the Hunterdon/Warren/Sussex tournament championship game on Saturday morning at Warren Hills High School. The Spartans scored six goals in the first half, while strong defense helped ‘SPLAX’ to get the ...
WASHINGTON, NJ – Sparta boys lacrosse dominated Warren Hills in the final H/W/S game on Saturday, playing on the Blue Streaks’ field taking home the trophy with a 14-4 victory. Eddie Brown led the Spartan effort with four goals and two assists and took home the MVP title as well. Jace Stiansen ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway River Watershed Association (RRWA) is celebrating its 35th anniversary!There will be a garden party celebrating the 35th anniversary on Saturday, June 13. It will include a ribbon cutting at 4 p.m., followed by a “Blooms & Bites” celebration from 5 p.m. to 8 ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — A summer project to create custom greeting cards has become a 10-year-old student’s mission to prove that children can make a meaningful community difference.Joey Salles, a fifth-grader at Arbor Intermediate School, launched a small business called “Gold Ribbon Cards” last summer, ...
NEWARK - Abdulqudus “Abdul” Morakinyo and Bryan Oko, two seniors at Newark School of Data Science & Information Technology, have supported and pushed each other academically since they first met in second grade. “After every test, I’d be like, ‘Abdul, what did you get?’ ” Oko said. “And Abdul ...
Linden, NJ - During National Random Acts of Kindness Month, something quiet and powerful began at McManus Middle School.7th grader Sayuri N. started leaving anonymous letters for her teachers. Simple, heartfelt words that made people feel seen, valued, and uplifted. She saw the impact… and kept ...
PARKLAND, FL- As Parkland Soccer Club tryouts for the 2026-27 season enter their second week, the team is wrapping up one of the most successful and memorable seasons in its history, with teams across several age groups making their mark locally, nationally, and internationally.On the girls’ side, ...
PARAMUS, NJ — Numerous employers, experts and educators are preparing to speak with jobseekers at the Paramus Public Library. Those in need of a career change, their first job or just want to learn more about available opportunities can kick off their search at the Job Fair Career Carnival, taking ...
ALLENDALE, N.J. – Allendale Senior Living residents Edward and Linda Wieczorek recently marked 43 years of marriage with a vow renewal commemorating decades of love and shared memories. The day was made extra special thanks to Allendale staff members who planned and took part in the happy event, ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - The Fair Lawn High School Athletic Hall of Fame Committee has announced that 14 individuals and four teams have been elected to the FLHS Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The class is headlined by the first family of New Jersey football — the Campaniles — with family patriarch ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Fresh vegetables, neighborhood connection, and a little early morning community spirit are all returning to Asbury Park as the City’s Community Farm Stand opens for the 2026 season on Saturday, May 16.Hosted at the corner of Bangs and Memorial Avenues, the Community Farm Stand ...
CLARK, NJ — At Saint John the Apostle School, the stage lights recently shined a little brighter as students brought the musical Mean Girls Jr. to life. Adapted from the beloved film Mean Girls, the production became far more than a school play—it was a story about true friendship, kindness, ...
PARAMUS, NJ — Phase one of the mixed-use residential development project at Westfield Garden State Plaza has begun.Photo credit: Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield and Mill Creek ResidentialComing to the 13-acre area are two mixed-use, five-story mid-rise buildings, which will bring 575 luxury apartment ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The Glen Rock Dog Park is continuing their tradition of awarding a $500 Scholarship to a worthy community-minded Glen Rock high school senior planning to attend college in the Fall. Please APPLY by 5/16/26. To Apply: https://forms.gle/iday6TtmJko5TaEp8Details: Glen Rock NJ Dog Park ...
ELECTION 2026HILLSDALE—The Columbia County Democratic Committee (CCDC) announced that its 8th Annual Blue Wave Brunch will feature Lieutenant Governor candidate Adrienne Adams as the keynote speaker and special guest speaker Congressman Josh Riley (D-19th) on Sunday, May 17, and is expected to sell ...