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By TAPINTO HILLSIDE STAFF
May 7, 2026
HILLSIDE, NJ — The June 2 primary election is less than a month away.Here is some important information about who is on the ballot and how to vote.Registering to VoteIf you are not registered to vote, you have until Tuesday, May 12. You can bring a completed application to the Hillside Borough ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - East Brunswick Recreation Department's 2026 Youth Fishing Derby is casting a line in the water at Dallenbach Lake on Saturday, June 6, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. This event is for first time or seasoned anglers aged five to 15. A limited number of fishing poles will be on hand for ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out.Choice of Beef or Chicken Gyro Platter, served with FF & a Side Greek Salad $15.50 Pan Seared Salmon, Spinach & Roasted Potatoes $15.50 Homemade Chicken Salad w/Apples & ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — During National Mental Health Month in May, the Fanwood–Scotch Plains Rotary led its annual “Paint the Town Green” initiative, a cross-town effort aimed at raising awareness and promoting conversations around mental health.Building on the success of previous years, the campaign ...
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ - The Morris Township Planning Board continued hearing testimony on May 4 regarding a proposed minor subdivision at 35 Schoolhouse Lane.The application, filed by Mark and Lynn Piccolo, seeks approval to subdivide the approximately 4.5-acre property into two residential lots in ...
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CLARK, NJ — Mother Seton Regional High School senior Kate Robimon of Westfield won a 2026 National Merit Scholarship. She achieved a perfect score on the PSAT, garnering the highest result possible in the math and verbal sections. Kate will attend Harvard University in the fall.“We are thrilled ...
BOCA RATON, FL — A seat at La Boulangerie Boul'Mich Town Center at Boca Raton comes with a drink this Mother's Day.The restaurant will host brunch and dinner on Sunday, May 10. Each mother at the table will receive a Mimosa, Prosecco, or glass of wine at no cost. The event is dine-in only.The menu ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ--–Three seats are open on the Bloomfield Town Council, and seven democratic candidates are running.The municipal election will take place on Tuesday, June 2, and the winners will advance to the November general election.Greg Babula is running for Second Ward against fellow newcomers ...
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 ...
On May 2, 2026, 79 students from the New Providence High School STEM club competed in 36 competitive events at the 2026 NJTSA State Conference under the direction of their advisors: Rachel Fintz, Daniel Barletta, Jennifer Pasuit, Susan Rembetsy, and Michael Makmur. The Technology Student ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Work on the Cranford Public Library expansion project was temporarily halted last month after the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) issued a stop-work order against a subcontractor tied to the site, citing wage theft and multiple labor law violations.According to an April 14 ...
NYVT MediaTROY – Police say they were called to 720 Second Avenue in the Lansingburgh section of the city shortly after 10 p.m. Wednesday night for a report of gunfire. Once there they found a woman seriously injured. She was treated on the scene by Troy Fire Department EMS and transported to a ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – The city will receive an $81,847 Clean Communities grant from the state Department of Environmental Protection’s (NJDEP) Solid Waste Division.Clean Communities grants help municipalities and counties across New Jersey promote volunteer and paid clean-up events, purchase equipment, ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — Firefighters arrived in uniform. Parishioners arrived with gratitude. And on a Sunday morning, the two came together for something quietly powerful.Our Lady of Peace Church hosted a Fire Service Hero Mass on Sunday, May 3, bringing together local firefighters and parish ...
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 ...
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 ...
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Dayton pulled away with four runs in the top of the seventh and went on to an 8-3 baseball victory over North Plainfield on Wednesday.Patrick Ferguson went 3-for-4 with a double and two runs batted in for Dayton (7-12), which led, 4-2, before adding four insurance runs in the ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ – Cole Jacobus pitched a six-inning two-hitter to lead Hunterdon Central to a 10-0 baseball victory over Hackettstown in the quarterfinal round of the Hunterdon/Warren/Sussex Tournament on Wednesday.Jacobus struck out five batters and walked four. He threw 97 pitches.Nick Holot's RBI ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Broward County Public Schools is recognizing 50 students and 22 educators across the district – including in Coral Springs – for demonstrating outstanding character, leadership and commitment both inside and outside the classroom, school officials announced on Wednesday. The ...
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BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — While the official Earth Day took place on April 22, you can still celebrate at one of Bordentown City's local businesses this weekend.Sleeping Cat Art Studios, located at 1 ½ Crosswicks Street, will be hosting an Art Afternoon in honor of Earth Day on Saturday, May 9 from 1PM ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL – Broward County Public Schools is recognizing 50 students and 22 educators across the district – including in Coconut Creek – for demonstrating outstanding character, leadership and commitment both inside and outside the classroom, school officials announced on Wednesday. The ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The Bridgewater-Raritan baseball team lost in the opponent's last at-bat for a second day in a row, as Ridge beat the Panthers, 4-3, in eight innings on Wednesday.Ridge (12-6) trailed, 3-1, going to the bottom of the sixth inning. Casey Kucerka hit a leadoff home run in the sixth ...
MILLBURN, NJ — The Millburn Board of Education approved its budget for the 2026–27 school year at its May 4 meeting with an increase of slightly more than 5 percent in the general fund.The total revenue shows a 5.13 percent increase year over year, from $112.2 million in the general fund last year ...
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 ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — When guests arrive at the historic Levi Cory House for Steeped in History, “Boston Tea Party,” on May 17 honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary, they may notice the charm of the historic home, the welcoming back porch, the shade of the awnings, the beautiful Amish shutters on ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — A new water line will soon serve both the planned Springfield Dog Park and the adjacent community garden, administrator John Bussiculo announced during the April 28 Township Committee meeting.“We’ve contacted the water company,” Bussiculo said. “We’ve put in an application in ...
BOCA RATON, FL — A Boca Raton man is under arrest after being caught smashing car windows along West Camino Real in the early morning hours on Saturday. A resident called police shortly after 1 a.m. on May 2 to report seeing a man, later identified as 50-year-old Benjamin Robert Connolly, going ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — A free event taking place in Mount Laurel this month will focus on support, connection and community. A Mental Health Awareness Fair will be taking place on Sunday, May 17 from 11AM to 1PM at the Mount Laurel Community Center, located at 100 Mount Laurel Road. Hosted by Mount ...