TOP LOCAL News
By JENNIFER DERICKS
May 5, 2026
NEWTON, NJ – The E building gymnasium was filled with area law enforcement-related professionals on Thursday for the 2026 Criminal Justice Fair organized by the Criminal Justice Club and faculty members.“I love this event,” Criminal Justice Club vice president Kassandra said.She said they put the ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Cinco de Mayo is here, giving residents a chance to enjoy Mexican food while also recognizing the history behind the day.Cinco de Mayo commemorates Mexico’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, according to history.com. In the United States, the day ...
Oh no, it happened again. I just had one of the most unforgettable meals of my lifetime, and it happened at The Morris Proper Dinner Series in Morristown. The private dining experience was hosted by David C. Felton, Culinary Director of the Chelsea Hospitality Group, and guest Chef Katie ...
EAST HANOVER, NJ - A group of sixth-grade students from Jump! Immersion School is earning national recognition after delivering standout performances in the National Spanish Exam, outperforming expectations for their age group and competing against more than 80,000 students nationwide.Leading the ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Early in-person voting for the 2026 municipal election will take place over three days, giving residents additional opportunities to cast their ballots ahead of Election Day.All registered voters in Bayonne will be able to vote early on voting machines from Friday, May 8, through ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — The Scotch Plains-Fanwood girls lacrosse team was eliminated from the Union County Tournament on Monday when Westfield won, 17-2, in the quarterfinal round at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School.Westfield goalkeeper Payton Monusky recorded three saves, supported by a strong ...
PATERSON, NJ - The Cosmos head into their second match of the 2026 Prinx Tires USL Cup, traveling to face local rival Westchester SC. The matchup carries added anticipation, as the Cosmos continue their inaugural season not only looking to prove themselves in cup play, but also to establish their ...
ROXBURY, NJ - The third annual Roxbury High School Interact Club Spring Senior Citizen Dance was a big success, according to those who attended.The event took place May 2 at the Roxbury Senior Center in Succasunna. “We had a sold-out crowd,” said Roxbury Rotary Club Vice President Steve Alford, who ...
WOODLAND PARK, NJ - An 80-year-old crossing guard was killed Monday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle while assisting two juveniles across an intersection, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes and Woodland Park Police Department Chief Luigi DeLuca said.According to a statement, the ...
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 ...
A ribbon cutting ceremony will mark the opening of a Party City shop inside the Staples store at 300 US Route 7 in Rutland on Thursday, May 14, from noon to 1 p.m.The in-store location brings balloons, party décor and supplies to the existing Staples site. The event is hosted by the Chamber & ...
WARREN, NJ --A section of Old Smalleytown Road has been closed after communication lines were reported in the roadway, according to Warren Township Police. The closure affects Old Smalleytown Road between Stiles Road and Stirling Road. Authorities are advising motorists to avoid the area and seek ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ— A free Repair Café event will be held Sunday, May 17, at Grace Church Van Vorst, giving residents the opportunity to have broken household items repaired at no cost.The event will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. at the church’s gymnasium, located at 39 Erie St., between Second and ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Religious leaders representing various houses of worship from across the city will gather Thursday at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center.On the National Day of Prayer – an annual interdenominational observance founded in 1952 as a day for Americans to pray and meditate – ...
More than $420,000 in long-delayed federal education funding is headed to Rutland City schools, part of an $11.58 million release announced by the office of U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders for 20 Vermont school districts and the Vermont Agency of Education.The money, originally promised under the American ...
READING, PA - The Somerset Patriots fell 14-12 against the Reading Fightin Phils at FirstEnergy Stadium on Tuesday afternoon, pounding out 19 hits, including three home runs. Marco Luciano’s first inning home run was Somerset’s Double-A leading 11th first inning HR of the season. The 11 first ...
READING, PA - The Somerset Patriots fell 14-12 against the Reading Fightin Phils at FirstEnergy Stadium on Tuesday afternoon, pounding out 19 hits, including three home runs. Marco Luciano’s first inning home run was Somerset’s Double-A leading 11th first inning HR of the season. The 11 first ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — The City of Elizabeth, under the leadership of Mayor J. Christian Bollwage and the Department of Health and Human Services & Public Health Nursing, is continuing to provide free STD testing and services to eligible residents at the Peterstown Community Center.Located at 418 ...
A time to celebrate the animals who fill our homes with warmth, our days with purpose, and our hearts with something hard to name. This year, we invite you to reflect not just on the pets you love, but on every animal still waiting for someone to love them. Each year, millions of dogs, cats, ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — The Scotch Plains-Fanwood baseball team wasted no time taking control and never looked back, rolling to a 13-0 shutout victory over Summit on the strength of a dominant early offensive surge.The Raiders (11-5) plated three runs in the first inning, followed by three more in the ...
CEDAR GROVE, NJ — Registration is underway for the Rhino Den Summer Sports Camp, set to take place at Cedar Grove High School from June 29 through July 31, with sessions running weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Designed for young athletes, the camp offers a structured and engaging environment ...
Princeton, NJ - A Spotswood man working as a Lyft driver has been charged with sexually harassing two Princeton University students. Authorities say Dimario Wynter, age 28, was arrested on Thursday, April 30th, and charged with two counts of third-degree luring and two counts of harassment. On ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — The Berkeley Heights Business & Civic Association and the New Providence Business Association joined forces recently for an after-hours education and networking event at Delicious Heights, bringing together local business owners and professionals for an evening of ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Columbia Middle School seventh grade student Ritvik Bhandari recently achieved an extraordinary Regional Triple Crown by winning gold medals in the Science Bee, History Bee, and Geography Bee. This remarkable accomplishment highlights his excellence across all three ...
BERNARDSVILLE, NJ - Bernards High School Softball secured a victory in the Second Round of the Somerset County Tournament on Saturday, May 2, defeating Somerville 4-1. Gabby Mongno put on a pitching masterclass for the Mountaineers, allowing one earned run while striking out 11 batters over seven ...
WARREN, NJ — Watchung Hills ran into a big inning it couldn't overcome, falling to Gov. Livingston, 12-2, on Monday. A nine-run third inning proved to be the difference as the Highlanders improved to 15-3 on the season.The Warriors held strong early, keeping the game scoreless through the first two ...
CARTERET, NJ — Basketball courts at a Chrome neighborhood park were closed for the weekend to prevent a ‘pop-up takeover’ that threatened to bring in hundreds of potential partygoers, authorities said.The borough closed basketball courts at Bishop Andrew Park just before Saturday, May 2nd, as a ...
Princeton, NJ - A Spotswood man working as a Lyft driver has been charged with sexually harassing two Princeton University students. Authorities say Dimario Wynter, 28, was arrested on Thursday, April 30, and charged with two counts of third-degree luring and two counts of harassment. He was ...
FAIR HAVEN — The Vermont Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Spring Fling on Saturday, May 23 on the Fair Haven Town Green, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Twenty-four vendors are signed up as of press time, with setup beginning as early as 7 a.m. The event has been a Fair Haven tradition ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ — The Scotch Plains-Fanwood girls lacrosse team was eliminated from the Union County Tournament on Monday, May 4, falling to Westfield, 17-2, in the quarterfinal round at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School.Westfield set the tone early, capitalizing on turnovers and strong ...