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June 2, 2026

BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — With graduation just days away, the baseball in the thick of the state playoffs, a 12-inning softball thriller still fresh in everyone's memory, and track and field athletes heading to group championships and beyond, Governor Livingston High School Athletic Director CJ ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ - Morristown residents have received President's List, Dean's List and Honor's List recognition from area colleges and universities. Elizabeth Mackey, a Legal Studies major has been named to the President's List honors from SUNY Canton during the spring 2026 semester. To earn a spot ...

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MORRIS COUNTY: Primary Election Day is today, Tuesday, June 2. Polls open at 6 a.m. Polls close at 8pm.  To find your polling location, click here.The winners of the Democratic and Republican primaries will move on to the General Election, where all eligible voters may cast ballots regardless of ...

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MORRIS COUNTY: Primary Election Day is today, Tuesday, June 2. Polls open at 6 a.m. Polls close at 8pm.  To find your polling location, click here.The winners of the Democratic and Republican primaries will move on to the General Election, where all eligible voters may cast ballots regardless of ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Rob Barletta, a Mountainside resident, father of two, volunteer youth soccer coach, and seasoned communications professional, is running for Mountainside Borough Council, stating his background in government, public policy, communications, and local volunteer work as experiences ...

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Born on April 8, Hallow is a black and white tuxedo little girl. She was raised with six brothers and sisters, so she is definitely used to being with other cats. The whole group has become outgoing, friendly and sweet.  They were slow at growing but have made up for it with incredibly big ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Valerie Wass, a Mountainside Borough Council member, longtime resident, project manager and mother of three, is seeking another term in office, saying her years raising a family in the borough, volunteering locally and serving on council have shaped her commitment to preserving ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Top-seeded Morristown girls lacrosse wasted little time asserting control Monday afternoon, racing out to an early lead and defeating eighth-seeded Hillsborough, 15-5, in the quarterfinal round of the NJSIAA North Jersey Group 4 girls lacrosse tournament.The Colonials (17-5) ...

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PLAINFIELD, NJ — Polls opened at 6am on Tuesday in Plainfield, where voters are able to cast their ballots for US Senate, Congress, Union County Sheriff, Union County Commissioner, and possibly Plainfield City Council depending on their Ward. Polls will remain open until 8pm.While there is no ...

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JERSEY CITY, NJ - A 36-year-old Union City man has been charged in connection to the fatal hit-and-run that claimed the life of Margarito Avendano-Sanchez, 63, of Hoboken on December 29, 2025.At approximately 8:00 p.m. on the day of the incident, the Jersey City Police Department was notified of a ...

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JERSEY CITY, NJ - A 36-year-old Union City man has been charged in connection to the fatal hit-and-run that claimed the life of Margarito Avendano-Sanchez, 63, of Hoboken on December 29, 2025.At approximately 8:00 p.m. on the day of the incident, the Jersey City Police Department was notified of a ...

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 By Lisa AllenMOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Steve Matejek, a Mountainside native, father of two, CPA and current member of the Borough Council, is seeking another term in office, pointing to his experience in finance, local government, and community service as part of his background.Matejek said his ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Stefania Colosimo Sztybel, a Mountainside resident, mother of two, finance executive and CPA, active community volunteer, and member of the America 250 Committee, is running for Mountainside Borough Council as Stefania Colosimo. Her campaign is rooted in community connection, ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg Town Council voted 3-1 on May 26 to table a proposed ordinance that would restructure oversight of the town’s Urban Enterprise Zone and economic development operations following an extensive discussion about accountability, transparency, and governance. In New ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — We are delighted to announce a truly commendable accomplishment within our school community! An impressive 73 students from both our 5th and 6th grades have earned Honor Roll distinctions for the Third Marking Period.This cohort of exceptional scholars includes:23 students who achieved ...

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FREEHOLD, N.J. — The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners took time during its May 28 workshop meeting to recognize National Police Week, reflecting on the annual observance held earlier this month and honoring the men and women of law enforcement who serve and protect their communities.As ...

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COCONUT CREEK, FL — Brain games, dance competitions and medical screenings will take over the community center in Coconut Creek during a Senior Expo planned for Friday.The event runs from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on June 5 at the Community Center, 1100 Lyons Road, according to the event website. A ...

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SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Springfield has been marking the 250th anniversary of American independence with a full year of programming designed to honor its Revolutionary War heritage and longstanding community spirit. The initiative highlights the township's historic significance as the site of the 1780 ...

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MILLBURN, NJ — The Millburn Board of Education approved several facility repair purchases at its May meeting, authorizing more than $68,000 in capital work in district buildings.The BOE awarded $33,700 to Barcia Bros. for district-wide fence repairs.A contact for $19,098 went to BRG Corporation for ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is asking for the public's help with its investigation into a recent shoplifting incident that took place in one of the Township's stores.  Two suspects — a male and a female — allegedly shoplifted three Dyson vacuum cleaners from Target, ...

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FLEMINGTON, NJ – Beating the same team twice in one season is difficult.Now try doing that to your arch-rival in the second round of the state sectional playoffs just over two months after defeating them in your season opener – and in come-from-behind fashion, nonetheless.That is exactly what ...

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EAST WINDSOR, NJ  – East Windsor Township took up two moves on different local roadways during a recent council meeting where no parking on one road and road improvements on another were considered. First up, the Council considered an ordinance that, if passed, would remove the no-parking zone on ...

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BOCA RATON, FL — Café Aroma, a family-owned espresso brand founded by Cuban immigrants more than 60 years ago, has opened its first brick-and-mortar café in Boca Raton.Located at Two Town Center, Suite 100, the new café marks a milestone for the New Jersey-based company, which is known for its ...

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BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — The Bordentown City Police Department (BCPD) has a new home.  The Department officially relocated last week to its new headquarters at the Bordentown City Municipal Complex, located at 101 East Park Street, a move that officials called “a significant milestone for the ...

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FLEMINGTON, NJ – Beating the same team twice in one season is difficult.Now try doing that to your arch-rival in the second round of the state sectional playoffs just over two months after defeating them in your season opener – and in come-from-behind fashion, nonetheless.That is exactly what ...

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NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — The New Providence High School girls lacrosse team advanced to the semifinals of the NJSIAA South Jersey Group 1 tournament with an 18-12 victory over Haddon Township girls lacrosse in the quarterfinal round on Monday, June 1.New Providence (16-5) jumped out to a 7-5 lead ...

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MILLTOWN, NJ - Milltown Police Department Chief Christopher Johnson announced on Monday that he is retiring after 29 years of service to the borough. Johnson's retirement is effective as of Wednesday, July 1. Beginning on July 1, Milltown Police Department Captain Carmen DeLorenzo becomes the ...

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Califon, NJ – At their Monday, June 1st meeting the Califon Borough Council approved the purchase of three new signs that will be displayed at Califon Island Park, reminding residents and visitors that it is illegal not to pick up after their dog and dispose of the waste properly. Communities all ...

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SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ -  More than 125 vendors are expected to gather next Thursday at TD Bank Ballpark for Somerset County BizFest, a free business networking and community showcase scheduled from 2 to 5 p.m. EDT on June 4.The event, held on the ballpark's covered concourse, will bring together ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — With graduation just days away, the baseball in the thick of the state playoffs, a 12-inning softball thriller still fresh in everyone's memory, and track and field athletes heading to group championships and beyond, Governor Livingston High School Athletic Director CJ ...

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