TOP LOCAL News
By LINDSEY KELLEHER
May 3, 2026
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The county Board of Commissioners adopted a $559 million budget during its April 30 meeting that increases the county-wide tax levy by 2 percent.The tax levy, which is the amount of money that’s raised in property taxes, increased more percentage-wise than it did in 2025 for the ...
CHESTER, NJ — Morris Knolls put together a late push but came up just short Saturday afternoon, falling to West Morris 4–3 in the quarterfinal round of the Morris County Tournament.Trailing 4–1 entering the sixth inning, Morris Knolls (9-7) showed resilience by chipping away late. The Golden Eagles ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: The 2026 Monmouth County Travel Guide is now available in both digital and print formats! TAPhere to request your free copy! “The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is excited to unveil the 2026 County Travel Guide,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone, ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The East Brunswick Township Council formally recognized April 2026 as Autism Awareness Month, emphasizing the township’s commitment to inclusion and support for individuals with autism and their families.Councilwoman Dana Winston read the proclamation, which noted that autism ...
TRENTON, NJ —Gov. Mikie Sherrill has signed an executive order to address New Jersey’s housing crisis, and her effort got support from ‘Jeopardy!’ champ Jamie Ding, who appeared with the governor and notable lawmakers on Monday.Sherrill’s executive order – her 17th since she took office on Jan.
TRENTON, NJ —Gov. Mikie Sherrill has signed an executive order to address New Jersey’s housing crisis, and her effort got support from ‘Jeopardy!’ champ Jamie Ding, who appeared with the governor and notable lawmakers on Monday.Sherrill’s executive order – her 17th since she took office on Jan.
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ -- The Phillipsburg School Board approved the job description for a Director of Response to Intervention on Monday, April 27. All members present at the meeting voted in favor of this agenda item. Board members James Shelly and Paul Rummerfield were absent from the meeting. There ...
NATIONWIDE - Thermos has recalled approximately 8.2 million Stainless King food jars and Sportsman food and beverage bottles due to serious impact and laceration hazards, announced the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.The recall includes Thermos Stainless King Food Jars with model ...
Annandale, NJ - Local Scout Troop 432 served the community a delicious and exciting breakfast, featuring puppy-costumed characters similar to those on the children's TV series Bluey! This year marked the 2nd annual breakfast fundraiser featuring the favorite show of younger children.As early as ...
Denville, NJ - Morris Knolls ran into a sharp, fast-moving Chatham squad Saturday morning, falling 19–5 in a nonconference boys lacrosse matchup.Chatham (8-3) seized control early and never let up, piling up 20 goals and 18 assists while dominating possession at the faceoff stripe. The Cougars won ...
PATERSON, NJ - Paterson Public Schools, in partnership with the Paterson Education Fund, will host a community forum on Tuesday, May 19, to provide updates on its long-range facilities planning and middle school restructuring efforts.The forum will be held at School 18, located at 51 East 18th St., ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The county Board of Commissioners adopted a $559 million budget during its April 30 meeting that increases the county-wide tax levy by 2 percent.The tax levy, which is the amount of money that’s raised in property taxes, increased more percentage-wise than it did in 2025 for the ...
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, ...
SUMMIT, NJ — In a rivalry that cuts straight through the heart of Summit, Oak Knoll School stunned Kent Place School on Saturday with a four-overtime, 9-8 thriller that felt more like a season-defining moment than a regular-season game.The tension built steadily before erupting into a frantic ...
PATERSON, NJ - Eastside's volleyball team defeated Newark Vocational, 2–0, on Friday, earning a straight-set victory after a competitive opening frame.Eastside (10-5) took the match with set scores of 25-23 and 25-13 over Newark Vocational (9-5), pulling away in the second set after a tightly ...
HAMILTON, NJ — The Hamilton Township Board of Education approved its 2026–2027 school budget following a public hearing last week.Superintendent Dr. Scott Rocco presented the $306.4 spending plan, describing it as a “maintenance budget” that he said was "about maintaining programs, resources and ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – Robbinsville scored three runs in each of the first two innings and held on for a 6-2 baseball victory over Somerville on Saturday.Josh Yoo pitched 6 ⅔ innings for the win. He allowed five hits, struck out six and walked five.Johnny Fowler and Ben Diaz each had two hits and two ...
HAMILTON, NJ - The Hamilton Township Patriotic Committee will host a public tribute honoring members of the United States Armed Forces on May 16, 2026, with a ceremony scheduled to begin at 11 a.m.The event will take place at the east entrance of Veterans Park along Yardville-Hamilton Square Road ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—The Bucks County Book Fest returned to Doylestown’s Broad Commons Park on Saturday with a full day of events designed for book lovers.It was the second year that the festival moved its main event outdoors to the park across from Doylestown Borough Hall. Large tents hosted panels of ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – He roamed the Earth thousands of years ago, navigating his massive, elephant-like body through North American forests and using his tusks to strip the bark off trees for his dinner.Even in death, he captivated anyone who saw him: New Jerseyans paid 10 cents apiece to view his big ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – He roamed the Earth thousands of years ago, navigating his massive, elephant-like body through North American forests and using his tusks to strip the bark off trees for his dinner.Even in death, he captivated anyone who saw him: New Jerseyans paid 10 cents apiece to view his big ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – He roamed the Earth thousands of years ago, navigating his massive, elephant-like body through North American forests and using his tusks to strip the bark off trees for his dinner.Even in death, he captivated anyone who saw him: New Jerseyans paid 10 cents apiece to view his big ...
MADISON, NJ - Madison area travelers with upcoming Spirit Airlines flights may be impacted after the airline announced it has cancelled all flights effective immediately.Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc., the parent company of Spirit Airlines, made the announcement May 2, citing financial challenges ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Morristown area travelers with upcoming Spirit Airlines flights may be impacted after the airline announced it has cancelled all flights effective immediately.Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc., the parent company of Spirit Airlines, made the announcement May 2, citing financial ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Passaic Valley's baseball team secured a 3–2 win over Kennedy on Saturday.The Hornets (7-8-1) edged the Knights (3-13) in a game that remained tight throughout, with both teams generating limited offensive production. The deciding runs ultimately gave Passaic Valley the advantage ...
WAYNE, NJ — How do you introduce football to young kids, the right way? The Wayne PAL Wolfpack, through decades of consistent, successful programs and experience, believe they have the formula. “The right introduction to the sport matters,” said head football coach, AJ Spicer. “At Wayne Wolfpack ...
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Behind a seven‑point performance from junior attacker Kyle Moran, the 18th‑seeded West Essex boys lacrosse team defeated Columbia, 10–7, in the opening round of the Essex County Tournament on Saturday.West Essex used a four‑goal second quarter to take control after trailing, 3–2, ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Coconut Creek set out to shut down a loophole in a local law that puppy mill operators in other cities had exploited. But a representative from the American Kennel Club showed up at a recent city commission meeting and said the city might shut down the wrong people, too.So, the ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — A man recently vaulted a store counter in Coral Springs, stuffed vapes into his pockets and ran off, without paying. Police caught him less than an hour later, one block away.Officers arrested Orlando David Smith Jr., 23, of Coral Springs, on April 21, after a witness called 911 ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – The Scotch Plains Parks & Recreation Department is gearing up for another exciting season of summer hoops with the 2026 Summer Youth Basketball League, running from June through August on weeknights at Kramer Manor Park. The outdoor league is open to boys and girls entering ...