TOP LOCAL News
By DAWN MILLER
May 9, 2026
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Brunswick Hills OBGYN has been a part of many women's healthcare journey for many years. It opened its doors in 1996 in East Brunswick and also has a location in Hillsborough. Many women had and currently have obstetric and gynecological care ongoing at both locations. So, it ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Book lovers, bargain hunters, and community volunteers will soon have a chance to support the Friends of Piscataway Public Library as its annual book sale returns from May 13 through May 17 at the Piscataway Public Library.The popular community event will feature thousands of books ...
JEFFERSON, NJ - When Kim Finnegan moved to Jefferson in 1987, she did not have plans of making the North Jersey town a home. In between situations, Finnegan moved onto the lake and has been a large part of the Jefferson Township community ever since.“I love it here so much, the sense of community ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Although they still trailed, the New Providence baseball team appeared to have Summit right where they wanted them in the bottom of the seventh inning.The first two batters were on base and the Pioneers, trailing by a run, had their No. 2 and No. 3 batters coming up.But then, ...
BELMAR, NJ – Families looking to lock in a memorable summer experience for their children may want to act quickly as registration is now open for Marine Science Camp’s return to Belmar this summer.The nationally recognized program, which has been featured in The New York Times and Forbes, will once ...
Congresswoman Analilia Mejia hosted a well-attended town hall in Maplewood, New Jersey this week, drawing a standing-room-only crowd for her second in-district public forum since taking office. The event was held with local officials in attendance, including Mayor Vic DeLuca and Maplewood Township ...
AS I WAS walking along the trail in the early spring through the tall forest of oak and pine, I caught my first glimpse. Two mourning cloak butterflies, fluttering around and around each other in the cool air. I lifted my eyes to follow their movements as they spiraled together, up, up, and up, ...
MIDDLEBURGH – For this month’s Bite of The Valley, our team took a trip to Middleburgh to taste the well-established Pasta & Grill, where we enjoyed not only delicious Italian cuisine but also a welcoming and lively atmosphere.From the moment we arrived, the restaurant was busy, a clear sign of ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Asbury Park officials are asking residents to take a closer look at the trees lining the city’s streets, parks, and public spaces as part of an effort to shape the future of the city’s urban canopy.The City of Asbury Park recently launched a public survey seeking community ...
NEWTON, NJ – The Newton boys tennis team took all four matches from Hopatcong on Thursday, playing on their home courts at Merriam Avenue School.Newton’s results:First singles: Jack Boffa 6-1, 6-2Second singles: Diego Pena 7-0, 6-3First doubles: Pawel Macikowski and Troy Dawson 6-4, 6-2Second ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ - The Hanover Park baseball team rallied for a key road victory on Friday, edging Bloomfield 6-5 in a back-and-forth contest at Bloomfield Middle School.The Hornets improved to 11-7 overall and 3-3 in NJAC-Liberty play with the win.Hanover Park struck first in the opening inning ...
NEWTON, NJ – Frankford Township firefighters have been stationed outside the Homestead Rehabilitation and Health Care Center because the fire suppression system is not working. On Friday, May 8, Frankford Township Mayor Edwin Risdon Jr, also a member of the Frankford Township Fire Department, ...
SPARTA, NJ – The 2026-2027 Sparta Board of Education budget represents a 2.99% tax levy increase and a loss of 27 positions in the district. According to district officials, the tax impact on the average home assessed value of $372,660 is an increase of $264.18 to $8,568.18 per year. Superintendent ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Bridgewater Township Police Chief John Mitzak released a statement Saturday afternoon following the shelter in place incident that began around 8 p.m. May 7 and was resolved successfully May 9 at about 6 a.m.The area of Hill Lane was under a shelter in place for more than 24 hours ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Never tell the Red Devils the odds.The last time they played New Jersey’s 12th-ranked team in Skyland Conference Delaware Division rival Bridgewater-Raritan High School just over two weeks ago, the Panthers swept their way to a pair of double-digit set victories inside of ...
NORTH CHATHAM--North Chatham Free Library (NCFL) presents “Is Your Home Ready for the Future You?” on Tuesday, May 12 at 10 a.m. at the Trolley Station, 103 Depot Street.Do you have a plan so you can age safely at home? Join Melissa Pollack of Bespoke Decor.com who will address key questions to ask ...
WOODLAND PARK, NJ - More than 100 families from Woodland Park, Little Falls and Totowa gathered Saturday morning at Henderson Pond in Frank Zaccaria Park for the annual Tri-Town Free Family Fishing Event, a community tradition featuring fishing, raffles, prizes and outdoor family activities.The ...
UNION, NJ — After some dire times the last few years, Union High School is back on the Union County baseball map.Johnny Velez put the Farmers there on Saturday.The senior shortstop hit two two-run home runs, the second one a game-winning shot in the top of the seventh inning, to give 14th-seeded ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - After spending 10 days in the hospital and undergoing multiple surgeries, Parsippany Department of Public Works employee Anthony Shandra has been released and is beginning what supporters say will be a lengthy rehabilitation process following the recent accident that critically ...
EDISON, NJ - In a recent video message, Superintendent Edward Aldarelli announced that the property at 430 Talmadge Road will be used as a new campus for special needs students. The Board of Education has been facing questions about the property, which was purchased for $9 million, as the district ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Hannah Wodtke pitched the best game of her career, a one-hit shutout, and freshman Madelyn Hoadley came up with a clutch hit for the second straight day to lead a red-hot Phillipsburg High School softball team to a 4-0 victory over its arch rivals and host Easton on Saturday ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ --Watchung Hills continued its dominant season with a high-scoring 22-15 victory over Somerville, improving to a perfect 14-0 on the year. The victory improved Watchung Hills to 14-0, marking the best start in program history and setting a new school record for consecutive wins to ...
PARKLAND, FL- West Broward High School's bats woke up in a big way on Saturday morning, forcing a decisive third game in the Regional Final with Stoneman Douglas. An 8-run fourth inning highlighted an offensive burst by West Broward, who had 12 hits on the way to defeating Stoneman Douglas ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ --Watchung Hills continued its dominant season with a high-scoring 22-15 victory over Somerville, improving to a perfect 14-0 on the year. The victory improved Watchung Hills to 14-0, marking the best start in program history and setting a new school record for consecutive wins to ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — What started as a simple summer project making custom cards and envelopes has grown into a community-driven mission led by a 10-year-old Piscataway student determined to prove that children can make a meaningful difference.Fifth-grader Joey Salles, a student at Arbor Intermediate ...
WHIPPANY, NJ – Runners, walkers, students, and families gathered Saturday morning at Whippany Park High School for the Hanover Education Foundation’s annual 5K and One-Mile Fun Walk, supporting educational initiatives for Hanover Township schools.Studetn volunteers made sure that participants had ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — Niko Blaszka caught a 16.5-inch largemouth bass on Saturday morning at the annual Sayreville Fishing Derby, taking home the top prize, a fishing rod.“We haven’t seen fish that large here in years,” said Parks Supervisor Rich Poplowski.The derby attracted 95 kids, ages three-15, to ...
ROSELLE, NJ – With Mother’s Day just a few hours away, Roselle celebrated a little early as the Anthony Almafe Center played host to the annual Mother’s Day Luncheon on Saturday afternoon. The event, organized by the Roselle Parks and Recreation Department, honored the legacy of mothers and was ...
Did you know that Schoharie County has a travel volleyball team? Not everyone does, but it is local and a wonderful chance for up-and-coming volleyball players. The team is called the Strike Valley Volleyball Club.To understand the club, it helps to know what travel volleyball is all about. Travel ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — The Governor Livingston Highlanders track and field team turned in a strong performance at the Union County Conference Championships, held April 30 and May 1 at Governor Livingston High School, with multiple individual champions and a deep roster of point scorers across ...