TOP LOCAL News
By PAT SHARKEY
May 10, 2026
"From Sea to Shining Sea": Stafford Township to Celebrate America’s 250th at Founders Day 2026STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – As the nation prepares to mark its 250th birthday, Stafford Township is setting the stage for a spectacular celebration of its own. Stafford Recreation has officially announced ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Atlantic Health is recognizing its Soothing Paws volunteers in honor of National Therapy Animal Day, celebrating the human and canine teams who bring comfort to patients, visitors and hospital staff.The Soothing Paws program supports Atlantic Health’s healing culture by helping ...
TRENTON, NJ — Widespread networks of automated license plate surveillance cameras that create hoards of data used to track motorists are under increasing scrutiny by lawmakers and privacy advocates in the wake of their recent use in ICE arrests.Lawmakers in New Jersey and 34 other states have ...
UNION, N.J. — The Rotary Club of Union will host its annual Eloquence Soiree on June 3 at Galloping Hill Caterers, celebrating student achievement in public speaking while honoring community leadership and educational excellence.The event, held annually since 1997, highlights the oratorical talents ...
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 ...
RANDOLPH, NJ- On Saturday, May 2, over 700 residents showed up at Brundage Park Preserve to join in the festivities celebrating the 2026 opening of the Randolph Fairy Trail. (20 photos of the event are in the carousel at the top of story) Randolph Mommy & Me, in partnership with the Randolph ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — With kickstands up and a solemn mission ahead, Team Barnegat officially began their journey in the 2026 Police Unity Tour this morning. The local contingent joins thousands of law enforcement officers from across the United States for a multi-day trek dedicated to honoring those who ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Coconut Creek’s elected leaders are set to consider adopting a curbside recycling program Thursday, that could add to what residents pay to have their garbage hauled away. The city commission will meet on Thursday to discuss the program, which comes after the commission decided ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Coral Springs officials are planning to use nearly $783,000 in federal funding next year on projects aimed at improving daily life for lower-income residents — from fixing unsafe homes to expanding senior programs and upgrading Mullins Park.The proposed 2026-2027 Community ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Boca Raton residents looking to add shade, curb appeal, and a little relief from the South Florida heat can now apply to receive a free native shade tree delivered right to their homes.The City of Boca Raton announced last week that applications are open for its Boca Raton Tree ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — The Adolph & Rose Levis JCC in West Boca Raton has officially started work on “reimagining” its campus to create a more modern, accessible, and welcoming facility.In January, Levis JCC closed on the purchase of a building with plans to build Jewish life within the secure, ...
DEERFIELD BEACH — Community leaders and medical staff gathered Friday, May 8, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Holy Cross' new $41 million combined freestanding emergency department and multispecialty healthcare hub. Located at 340 South Federal Highway, and set to open its doors to the public May ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Coral Springs officials are planning to use nearly $783,000 in federal funding next year on projects aimed at improving daily life for lower-income residents — from fixing unsafe homes to expanding senior programs and upgrading Mullins Park.The proposed 2026-2027 Community ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Coconut Creek’s elected leaders are set to consider adopting a curbside recycling program Thursday, that could add to what residents pay to have their garbage hauled away. The city commission will meet on Thursday to discuss the program, which comes after the commission decided ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — The Adolph & Rose Levis JCC in West Boca Raton has officially started work on “reimagining” its campus to create a more modern, accessible, and welcoming facility.In January, Levis JCC closed on the purchase of a building with plans to build Jewish life within the secure, ...
DEERFIELD BEACH, FL — Community leaders and medical staff gathered Friday, May 8, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Holy Cross' new $41 million combined freestanding emergency department and multispecialty healthcare hub. Located at 340 South Federal Highway, and set to open its doors to the public ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – The East Windsor Volunteer Fire Company #1 is looking for individuals who want to join in serving and protecting the community. Founded in 1969, the Company is currently looking for volunteers to join the squad as firefighters and support personnel. They say that volunteers will ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Residents in Piscataway can expect a week of fluctuating spring weather from Monday, May 11 through Saturday, May 16, with cool temperatures, several chances for rain during the middle of the week, and a warmer, brighter finish heading into the weekend.According to forecasts from ...
BELMAR, NJ – The Borough of Belmar hired a part-time employee last month at a rate of $100 per hour while residents continue facing double-digit increases in both property taxes and water rates over consecutive years.Belmar Business Administrator Kevin Kane confirmed to TAPinto that Melina Zito was ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Asbury Park residents will get another chance to clear out bulky household items next weekend as the city continues its annual spring cleanup initiative with a second free dumpster event scheduled for Saturday, May 16.Organized by the Asbury Park Quality of Life Committee in ...
SPARTA, NJ - Following tradition, Sparta High School seniors and some staff members too, wore shirts and sweatshirts and other gear representing the colleges, military and other organizations they will attend after graduating in June. May 1 is considered “decision day” the deadline for committing ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Motorists traveling through Piscataway Sunday evening are being urged to use caution and avoid a busy stretch of Stelton Road following a power outage that has disrupted several traffic signals, according to township police.The outage is affecting traffic lights along Stelton Road ...
MONTVILLE, NJ - For what is believed to be the first time in program history, the Montville boys golf team will compete in the NJSIAA Tournament of Champions on Monday.The team has had a successful 2026 season in which it has gone 11-3, and currently holds a 3-0 record in the NJAC-National ...
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ALBANY–State Senator Michelle Hinchey (D-41st) released a letter co-signed by 17 of her Senate colleagues, urging Governor Kathy Hochul to revive a plan to expand Metro-North service beyond Poughkeepsie, which was slated to begin in spring 2026. The lawmakers were joined by the Association of ...
ROXBURY, NJ — Roxbury High School Athletic Director Stuart Mason will be honored next week as the Morris County Athletic Director of the Year, an award recognizing leadership and excellence in one of New Jersey’s most competitive high school sports landscapes.The award is presented annually by ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - A Bridgewater man was arrested early Saturday morning following a 34-hour standoff on Hill Lane, according to a report from the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office.Eric J. Thorogood, 25, was charged with second degree possession of a firearm for an unlawful purpose, third degree ...
To the Editor:Alert to gardeners: The very clear photo accompanying “Earthworms for a Healthy Earth” in the April 23 edition does not show an earthworm at all, but rather an Asian jumping worm. Why am I bothering to point out such a (literally) small distinction? Because it matters. It matters ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – At a time when concerns about emergency response resources and public services continue to grow, Hanover Township answers that challenge with its own Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), coordinated through the Township Office of Emergency Management and made up of ...