TOP LOCAL News

May 5, 2026

POMPANO BEACH — A Pompano Beach mother appeared before city leaders in recent days, asking for resolution and answers into a January encounter between her 22-year-old son and BSO deputies, amid an ongoing internal investigation.Tamara Taylor, mother of Jeremiah Taylor, told the Pompano Beach City ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out.Chicken Francaise Platter, served w/Sautee Veggies & Mashed Potatoes $15.50Pastrami & Pepperjack Cheese Wrap, lettuce, tomato & Mayo, served with FF $15.50Roast Beef, Ham & ...

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BLOOMFIELD, NJ – The Township of Bloomfield council convened on Monday night for their first meeting in the month of May.  The body proclaimed May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month with the township’s Health Officer, Maya Harlow, announcing a pediatric clinic at Watsessing School to ...

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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 ...

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MONROE, NJ — A four-run second inning staked South Plainfield to a big lead and the Tigers went on to a 10-6 baseball victory over Monroe on Tuesday.Aiden McCarthy went 2-for-3 with a home run and two runs batted in for South Plainfield (10-8), which had a 5-0 lead after two innings and 10-1 after ...

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BASKING RIDGE, NJ — The Ridge baseball team, which has been to each of the last four Somerset County Tournament championship games, was given the No. 3 seed on Tuesday night for the upcoming 2026 county tournament.But the Red Devils earned that high seed based on their body of work early in the ...

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COBLESKILL - The Cobleskill Police Department is investigating a case of serial graffiti on a railroad underpass – and the Village has reached out to the FBI and Secret Service.That’s according to an online statement from the Village of Cobleskill, posted Tuesday, May 5 at noon:“The Cobleskill ...

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PARSIPPANY, NJ - The Parsippany High School Redhawks softball team is inviting the community to support its program through a two-day dine-to-donate fundraiser at Annabella’s Pizza & Restaurant.The fundraiser will take place on Tuesday, May 5, and Wednesday, May 6, with supporters able to ...

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At the South Orange–Maplewood School District budget hearing, Superintendent Dr. Jason Bing delivered a sobering overview of the district’s financial position, calling this year’s proposal “a turning point” for how the district must operate.“For the second consecutive year, our district has engaged ...

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Behind every decision, event, and initiative in Hanover Township is someone making it happen. With “Meet the Leaders,” TAPinto Hanover introduces the individuals guiding our civic, business, education and community landscape, giving residents a closer look at who leaders are, beyond their roles. We ...

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NEWTON, NJ – A blood drive is being hosted in the courtroom in Newton Town Hall on Wednesday, May 6 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins will be welcome.To register visit nybc.org/sponsor and use the sponsor code 73242 or call 800-933-2566. Donors must be between the ages ...

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MONTVILLE, NJ – Representatives and volunteers of the Montville First Aid Squad issued an urgent plea to the Montville Township Committee during its April 28 meeting, calling for a significant increase in financial support to maintain 24/7 emergency coverage for the community. Longtime volunteers ...

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WOOD-RIDGE, NJ – Wood-Ridge defeated Lodi, 4-2, in a NJIC non-divisional boys baseball game on Monday afternoon at the Wood-Ridge Athletic Complex.   Wood-Ridge improves to 13-7 with the win; Lodi is now 10-5 with the loss.Lodi opened the scoring with a run in the top of the first off of starter ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—New Britain Road in Doylestown will be closed for most of the rest of this week for milling and paving.The road will be closed from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Friday, May 8. Restrictions will be in place at the intersection of Route 202/State Street and New Britain Road.

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PATERSON, NJ - City, county and state officials gathered Saturday to celebrate the grand opening of Paterson Vista State Park, a newly completed 6.4-acre urban park designed to expand access to open space and recreation in the city.The park, located near the Great Falls National Historical Park, ...

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HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – A year to the day after her story aired on national television, a Hanover Township resident is using her experience to show that what happens in the past does not define what comes next.Kelly Sutliff’s story was featured on I.D. a year ago. Credit: K. SutliffKelly Sutliff of ...

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Silvia Bonaccorsi, Broker/Owner/Sales Associate of REMAX Neighborhood Properties, is proud to announce April's Rock Star. Highest Gross Commissions Rock Star AND Most Units Sold Rock Star is KRYSTYNA PLEWA!  Congratulations!REMAX Neighborhood Properties' office is located at 381 Main Road in ...

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HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – Park Regional girls lacrosse defeated Morristown-Beard on Tuesday.Park Regional built a 3-2 lead after the first quarter, extended it with a 4-1 second, and continued to pull away with a 3-1 third before closing with four goals in the fourth.Samantha Fehir led the offense ...

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PARAMUS, NJ — National Nurses Week is celebrated annually from May 6 to May 12.A handful of local healthcare leaders gathered in Borough Hall for a special proclamation presented by Paramus Mayor Christopher DiPiazza and Council President Al Nadera at the May 5 Council meeting.“Nurses serve as the ...

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WARREN, NJ – On a memorable Senior Night, Watchung Hills delivered a dominant performance Tuesday evening, defeating North Hunterdon 8-0 behind a powerful offensive showing and another stellar outing from ace Riley Bobrowski.Before the game, Watchung Hills recognized the seniors and their ...

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WARREN, NJ – On a memorable Senior Night, Watchung Hills delivered a dominant performance Tuesday evening, defeating North Hunterdon 8-0 behind a powerful offensive showing and another stellar outing from ace Riley Bobrowski.Before the game, Watchung Hills recognized the seniors and their ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—Penn Medicine Doylestown Health will get a new CEO next month.The health system, which owns Doylestown Hospital, announced that Craig Gronczewski will become chief executive officer on June 1, 2026. Gronczewski previously served as chief medical officer and vice president of medical ...

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Ridgewood firefighters got help from their Glen Rock colleagues to quickly douse a morning house fire.The fire ignited in the basement of the single-family home on Arcadia Road around 7 a.m. today (Tues., May 5th).Everyone got out OK and no injuries were reported.Responders also included Ridgewood ...

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FAIR LAWN, NJ - Gosh, this sounds like fun! And now you can thank the snow for rescheduling! (At least we can thank it for something!)The murder mystery, a Maurice M. Pine Library fundraiser, has been rescheduled to Sunday. May.  This event is part of Rev 250. Enjoy some history!

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SPOTSWOOD, NJ -  Spotswood High School Technology teacher Gary Hull offers seniors taking his Honors Special Topics in Computer Science class a unique experience. Students have the opportunity to work on a project of their own choosing for the academic year. Many students typically gravitate toward ...

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HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – A year to the day after her story aired on national television, a Hanover Township resident is using her experience to show that what happens in the past does not define what comes next.Kelly Sutliff’s story was featured on I.D. a year ago. Credit: K. SutliffKelly Sutliff of ...

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MADISON, NJ - Fourth-seeded Madison advanced in the Morris County Boys Lacrosse Tournament after a 15-5 win over 13th-seeded Morristown on Tuesday, May 5.Madison (12-4) set the tone early, taking a 2-0 lead after the first quarter before erupting for seven goals in the second to build a commanding ...

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NEWARK - Environmental advocates are marching 50 miles from Newark to the Statehouse in Trenton – stopping in Jersey City, New Brunswick and Princeton along the way – to rally behind the “Polluters Pay to Make New Jersey More Affordable Act,” which would hold major fossil fuel companies accountable ...

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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 ...

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SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ – SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ — The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Moonglowers delivered a standout performance at the New Jersey State Band Finals, earning a second-place overall finish in a tightly contested competition.The group finished less than a point behind first ...

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