TOP LOCAL News
By ALLEY SHUBERT
May 7, 2026
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg Town Council voted 4-1 Tuesday, April 28, 2026 to approve a salary ordinance on first reading, with Councilman Ed Saultz casting the lone dissenting vote after raising concerns about changes made to the proposal. Ordinance 2026-13, introduced during the council’s ...
As the South Orange–Maplewood School District continues to navigate a challenging fiscal landscape, Interim Business Administrator Frank Cuervel’s presentation at the budget hearing shed further light on some complex — and at times counterintuitive — shifts in the new budget cycle.From 2024–25 ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — Tea drinkers who love history can enjoy an event that promises to be interesting — and tasty! — this weekend in Bordentown City. The Bordentown Historical Society (BHS) will be hosting “Colonial Tea: A Lecture and Tasting” on Saturday, May 9 from 2PM to 4PM at the Carslake ...
Newark, NJ — The Two Hundred Club of Essex County commemorated its 60th Anniversary during the 2026 Valor Awards Luncheon, honoring law enforcement officers and firefighters whose actions reflected extraordinary bravery, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to protecting others in moments of ...
MADISON, NJ — Grace Episcopal Church in Madison is collecting personal care items this month to support those in need.The church is asking for regular or standard-size donations only, not family-size or bulk-size items. Requested donations include:body washshampoo and conditionertoothpastedeodorant ...
NEWARK, NJ - A Morristown man admitted in federal court that he conspired to defraud small businesses through phony debt relief services, federal officials announced.Mark Csantaveri, 53, of Morristown, pleaded guilty on May 4, 2026, before U.S. District Court Judge Karen M. Williams in Camden ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ - The Morris Plains Borough Council is scheduled to meet Thursday, May 7, with proposed renovations to the Police Department and Municipal Building, the 2026 municipal budget and several appointments and purchases on the agenda.The meeting agenda includes the oath of office and ...
WOODLAND PARK, NJ - Tony Santiago of the Passaic Valley Junior Hornets was recognized for his donation to the Woodland Park Recreation Department in support of local youth sports programs at the Borough's Council meeting on Wednesday. Santiago raised $500 for the recreation department alongside the ...
NEWARK, NJ - A Morristown man admitted in federal court that he conspired to defraud small businesses through phony debt relief services, federal officials announced.Mark Csantaveri, 53, of Morristown, pleaded guilty on May 4, 2026, before U.S. District Court Judge Karen M. Williams in Camden ...
BERNARDSVILLE, NJ - Down 4-1, the Mountaineers scored six runs in the fifth and sixth innings to emerge victorious over Bound Brook on Tuesday. Brooke Helpinstill led the way with three hits and two runs scored. Krisztina Lekai had three hits and two RBIs. Gabby Mongno, Gracie Mongno, Abby Renz, ...
CHATHAM, NJ – Chatham High junior Roger Rice is pretty confident in his short game on the golf course. And, he's just as confident in his long-term goal of becoming a professional.“I'm going to go to the tour," said Rice when asked about his future in the game. "I've known it for a long time, ...
An occupant was airlifted to the hospital following a crash on Route 23.A Honda Passport and Jeep Grand Cherokee collided on the northbound highway outside the Grasshopper Irish Pub in the Newfoundland section of West Milford shortly before 1 p.m. today (Thurs., May 7th).The crash nearly took down ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — Job seekers in the Elizabeth area will have an opportunity to connect with employers and explore career opportunities during an upcoming Job Fair hosted by the Elizabeth Public Library in partnership with Bayway and Proceed Inc.The event is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, at the ...
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 ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — Tea drinkers who love history can enjoy an event that promises to be interesting — and tasty! — this weekend in Bordentown City. The Bordentown Historical Society (BHS) will be hosting “Colonial Tea: A Lecture and Tasting” on Saturday, May 9 from 2PM to 4PM at the Carslake ...
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 ...
As local businesses look to stand out during the busy spring season, TAPinto is offering a new opportunity designed to boost visibility and connect directly with the community.The TAPinto Spring Business Spotlight Promotion gives local businesses a chance to tell their story in a meaningful and ...
As local businesses look to stand out during the busy spring season, TAPinto is offering a new opportunity designed to boost visibility and connect directly with the community.The TAPinto Spring Business Spotlight Promotion gives local businesses a chance to tell their story in a meaningful and ...
As local businesses look to stand out during the busy spring season, TAPinto is offering a new opportunity designed to boost visibility and connect directly with the community.The TAPinto Spring Business Spotlight Promotion gives local businesses a chance to tell their story in a meaningful and ...
As local businesses look to stand out during the busy spring season, TAPinto is offering a new opportunity designed to boost visibility and connect directly with the community.The TAPinto Spring Business Spotlight Promotion gives local businesses a chance to tell their story in a meaningful and ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ -Eddie O’Neil shot a 2-over par 72 to finish in a seven-way tie for sixth-place in the NJSIAA North Jersey Group 4 sectional golf match on Tuesday at High Bridge Hills Golf Club. Jordan Harris of Livingston was match-medalist with a 69 and Westfield won the team championship with a ...
CEDAR GROVE, NJ - Residents of Cedar Grove are invited to put on their dancing boots for a lively evening of music and community as the Cedar Grove Historical Society hosts a special line dancing event this summer.The event will take place on Friday, June 12, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the ...
CLARK, NJ — On Wednesday, May 13, the Arthur L. Johnson (ALJ) High School Alumni Association is holding its 2026 Hall of Fame and Scholarship Dinner, during which six individuals will be newly inducted into the Hall of Fame, comprising the Class of 2026.Here is TAPinto Clark's final 2026 inductee ...
EAST HANOVER, NJ - Hanover Park High School’s Music Department will take center stage next week with two nights of vocal performances showcasing student talent and a year of hard work.The Spring Choral Concert will be held on Tuesday, May 12th at 7pm featuring full choir performances from the ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Evan Carter’s squeeze bunt scored winning pitcher Wyatt Garrison with the winning run in the bottom of the seventh inning to give Phillipsburg High School a 7-6 victory over Franklin in a Skyland Conference Raritan Division baseball game on Tuesday at the Phillipsburg Athletic ...
COCONUT CREEK, Fla. — A dog bolted from one of two vehicles after a crash in Coconut Creek and is now missing, while two people were taken to the hospital, police said.The crash happened Thursday around 1 p.m. at the intersection of Lyons Road and Northwest 6th Manor, near the entrance to Windmill ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - A recent Parsippany-Troy Hills Town Council meeting was dominated by two major themes: public safety concerns following a serious accident involving a sanitation worker, and continued debate over the township’s 2026 budget.The meeting opened with a recognition and presentation of ...
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 ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the following information from Harding Elementary School Principal Mr. Ronald Bubnowski.Hello Harding Families,Here is what you need to know this week…Wednesday, May 13th is a 12:30pm early dismissal day due to teacher PD.NJSLA Testing Dates:May 11-12, 2026: Students in ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – The city will receive state grant money awarded through the NJ World Cup Community Initiative to throw a soccer party.The Hub City Fan Celebration is scheduled for July 2 at Boyd Park, and is being organized by the city’s Department of Human and Community Services under director ...