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June 2, 2026

BLOOMFIELD, N.J.-- – Bloomfield Mayor Jenny Mundell, the Bloomfield Township Council and the Bloomfield Juneteenth Advisory Committee proudly announce the 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration, taking place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in Bloomfield Center (Glenwood Avenue ...

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NEW JERSEY - Garden State residents aren't strangers to traffic, whether it's a morning commute up Route 18 North or heading to and from work along Route 287 or driving on the Turnpike or Parkway in either direction. It doesn't matter what part of the state either. North, Central or South Jersey, ...

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Basking Ridge, NJ — Ridge's girls lacrosse team opened postseason play in impressive fashion, defeating Wayne Hills 19-2 in the first round of the NJSIAA North Jersey, Group 3 Tournament on May 28.The victory improved the Red Devils' record to 16-4 and secured a spot in the sectional ...

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Want to watch the upcoming World Cup matches on a big screen with family and friends? You're in luck!Two watch parties are coming to the Village:For Teens and Adults: USA vs. Paraguay (Opening USA game)When: Friday, June 12Time: 8-11:30 p.m. (Kick-off 9 p.m.)Where: Memorial Park at ...

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TOTOWA, NJ - Washington Park School Principal David Bower will step down at the end of the school year after the Board of Education accepted his resignation last week, according to a letter sent to families.In a May 29 letter to parents and guardians, Superintendent Patricia Capitelli said the ...

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NEW JERSEY - Garden State residents aren't strangers to traffic, whether it's a morning commute up Route 18 North or heading to and from work along Route 287 or driving on the Turnpike or Parkway in either direction. It doesn't matter what part of the state either. North, Central or South Jersey, ...

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BEACH HAVEN — Summer is officially picking up steam, and if you are looking for the ultimate beachside vibe on Long Beach Island, the Sea Shell Resort and Beach Club is the place to be. Located right on the oceanfront in the heart of Beach Haven, this tropical oasis is fully open to the public and ...

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June is National Safety Month, which is an excellent opportunity for families, schools, and communities to focus on preventing injuries and creating safer environments for children. While parents often think about bike helmets, car seats, and sunscreen, one of the most overlooked safety factors is ...

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POMPANO BEACH — When eight-year-old Samir arrived at Broward Children’s Center (BCC) in Pompano after a catastrophic car accident left him paralyzed and ventilator-dependent, he protected himself by shutting the world out —but BCC reports that a new specialized therapy program at the pediatric ...

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WAYNE, NJ - It's time, once again, to see how well you know Wayne Township through our monthly Where in Wayne contest. The game is simple; just tell us where the picture was taken, and you have a chance to win a $50.00 Visa gift card from the Ellen & Roseanne Real Estate Team from Coldwell ...

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NEW JERSEY - Garden State residents aren't strangers to traffic. It doesn't matter what part of the state, either. North, Central or South Jersey, traffic is a way of life for residents, especially when heading down the shore between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. The New Jersey Department of ...

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SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ — Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School inducted five alumni, including a successful businessman and Princeton’s first African American varsity letter winner, an advocate for people with disabilities, an award-winning journalist, and founders of a nationally recognized ...

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BOCA RATON, FL — Boca Raton city officials recently released information on their efforts to combat the record-breaking sargassum blooms inundating beaches throughout the city and South Florida, with another record-breaking month expected in June. An outlook released on Sunday by the University of ...

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SHAMONG, NJ — Students and parents from across the Lenape Regional High School District (LRHSD) were recognized for their dedication to their school communities at an annual ceremony to mark the end of the school year. The LRHSD Board of Education held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Night on May ...

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TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey State Legislature is examining legislation known as the “Powering Opportunity, Workforce, and Energy Reliability for New Jersey Act” aimed at strengthening energy reliability, supporting workforce opportunities, and helping meet the state’s future energy needs.The ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — Rahway Academy Italian language students were treated to a vibrant, hands-on cultural experience on Monday, June 1, as the acclaimed D’Italia Programs brought history and tradition to life on stage. The interactive performance combined music, dance, and storytelling to educate students ...

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EDISON, NJ — Police and municipal attorneys prevented a large and potentially dangerous “takeover” on Saturday, May 30th, at Menlo Park Mall, according to Mayor Sam Joshi.Police found the source of a Facebook post – a 14-year-old boy – who allegedly tried to incite the large-scale mall takeover.

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NEWARK - The Newark Police Division will exercise greater control outside the Delaney Hall detention area starting tonight, June 1. Mayor Ras J. Baraka announced Monday night that Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda will be “intricately involved in enforcement decision-making” to implement the ...

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NEWARK - The Newark Police Division will exercise greater control outside the Delaney Hall detention area starting June 1.Mayor Ras J. Baraka announced Monday night that Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda will be “intricately involved in enforcement decision-making” to implement the ...

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SOMERSET, NJ — Connor Killian is a Group 1 state champion. The New Providence junior delivered the highlight of a strong team showing at the NJSIAA Group 1 State Championships, held May 29-30 at Northern Burlington Regional High School, as he punched his ticket to the Meet of Champions.Killian ...

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NEWARK, NJ - The Newark Police Division began exercising greater control outside the Delaney Hall detention area as of Monday, June 1. Mayor Ras J. Baraka announced Monday night that Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda will be “intricately involved in enforcement decision-making” to implement ...

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 RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The remarkable season for the Watchung Hills girls lacrosse team came to an end Monday afternoon as the Warriors fell to Ridgewood, 20-6, in the NJSIAA North Jersey Group 4 quarterfinals.Despite entering the tournament with an impressive 18-3 record, Watchung Hills ran into a ...

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 RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The remarkable season for the Watchung Hills girls lacrosse team came to an end Monday afternoon as the Warriors fell to Ridgewood, 20-6, in the NJSIAA North Jersey Group 4 quarterfinals.Despite entering the tournament with an impressive 18-3 record, Watchung Hills ran into a ...

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NEWARK, NJ - The Newark Police Division began exercising greater control outside the Delaney Hall detention area as of Monday, June 1. Mayor Ras J. Baraka announced Monday night that Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda will be “intricately involved in enforcement decision-making” to implement ...

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NEWARK - The Newark Police Division will exercise greater control outside the Delaney Hall detention area starting tonight, June 1. Mayor Ras J. Baraka announced Monday night that Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda will be “intricately involved in enforcement decision-making” to implement the ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — Have a favorite hoodie with a tear, a broken lamp, a damaged piece of jewelry or a beloved stuffed animal in need of repair? Residents will have an opportunity to give those items a second life at the East Brunswick Repair Café on Saturday, June 7, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the ...

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Linden, NJ — On Wednesday, May 27, 2026, Mayor Derek Armstead, The City of Linden, Department of Parks and Recreation, in collaboration with the  Union County Board of Commissioners hosted a Senior Arts and Wellness Festival.The event was held at Peach Orchard Park from 10:30 am to 2: 30 pm. It ...

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CLARK, NJ — At Saint John the Apostle School, the joy of reading became a championship journey as “The Book Apostles,” a third grade class, earned the title of New Jersey State Reading Champions during READBowl IX, a worldwide reading competition organized by Read With Malcolm, founded by Malcolm ...

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SUMMIT, NJ — A .500-ish record can be deceiving.The postseason is proving that for Summit's girls lacrosse team.After battling through a challenging regular season, the Hilltoppers continued their late-season surge Monday with a 15-7 victory over Randolph in the NJSIAA North Jersey, Group 3 ...

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‘The Village of Schoharie would like to express its sincere appreciation’The Village of Schoharie would like to express its sincere appreciation to Governor Kathy Hochul and MVEED for their continued commitment in recognizing the importance of funding communities in NYS. We recognize the investment ...

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