TOP LOCAL News
By TAPINTO MORRISTOWN STAFF
May 1, 2026
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Residents, families and community groups are invited to take part in Morristown’s annual Spring Cleanup on Saturday, May 16.Hosted by the Morristown Clean Communities Program, the event will run from 9 a.m. to noon, with volunteers meeting at the Town Hall parking lot, located at ...
MADISON, NJ — Poolgoers can expect a refreshed food experience this summer as Firehouse has been named the official operator of the Barracuda Café.The café will be open daily during pool operating hours and will offer a range of food and beverage options designed to be quick, convenient and ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The 2026–2027 Bridgewater-Raritan school district budget is in the books.The Bridgewater-Raritan board of education approved the $193.9 million budget by a 7–1 vote April 28. The budget increased by 3.23% from 2025–2026, while the tax levy rose by 3.04%.The budget presentation was ...
MADISON, NJ — The Borough of Madison recognized May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month during the April 29 Borough Council meeting.The proclamation emphasized that mental health is an essential part of overall health and well-being and noted that one in two people experience a mental health ...
MADISON, NJ — Madison softball defeated Kittatinny, 6-4, on Thursday, April 30.The Dodgers (9-8) started fast, scoring three runs in the first inning and adding another in the second for a 4-0 lead. Kittatinny cut into the deficit with two runs in the third, but Madison answered with two runs in ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ — A five‑run first inning set the tone and a late four‑run surge sealed it as the Bridgewater‑Raritan High School softball team rolled to a 9–2 softball victory over Pingry on Thursday.Pingry (8–6) broke through with two runs in the fourth.Bridgewater‑Raritan’s lineup produced 11 ...
TOTOWA, NJ - The Borough of Totowa is recognizing May as Water Safety Month, highlighting the importance of swimming education, drowning prevention, and access to safe aquatic recreation as part of efforts to promote public health and community well-being.In a formal proclamation, the Borough of ...
PARKLAND, FL- May means summer is right around the corner, and graduation season is upon us. Graduates will be moving into the next stage of life and whether that is college, trade school, military service or joining our local work force, Broward County is here to support you. Broward County ...
Spring is in full bloom in Your Downtown! May will be here on Friday and with it the arrival of one of New Jersey's best seasonal attractions. RiverCenter is excited to invite you to the...BROADWALK KICK-OFFThe Borough of Red Bank will open its seasonal pedestrian plaza on Monday, May 11.
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — When he took the mound last Friday against Cedar Grove, Andrew Kruep brought new dimensions to the concept of efficiency.The junior right-hander pitched an eight-inning two-hitter and finally got the run support he needed after the teams were tied, 0-0, after seven innings. New ...
NEW JERSEY — The best marketing advice most business owners never hear is also the simplest: stop trying to reach everyone. Start reaching the right people.Yet too many local businesses continue to invest in broad digital platforms where their ideal customer might exist somewhere in an ...
Governor Livingston High School’s 4th Annual Jazz Festival returns on May 7, 2026! Doors open at 5:30 PM, with performances starting at 6:30 PM in the Governor Livingston Auditorium. $5 entrance fee for adults, students are free. What began as a vision by GLHS music teachers Mr. Josef Ellis and ...
ELIZABETH, NJ - A celebration of culture, history, and community spirit took center stage in Elizabeth as Elizabeth Portugal Day's pageant honored Portugal’s rich heritage with a meaningful theme inspired by Dia da Liberdade, or the Day of Freedom.Held on April 25, 2025, the event paid tribute to ...
VERONA, NJ - Families in Verona are invited to cast a line and enjoy an evening outdoors as part of Essex County’s 2026 Fishing Derbies, a series of free events held throughout the county park system.Led by Joseph N. DiVincenzo Jr. and the Essex County Department of Parks Recreation, and Cultural ...
HARLEMVILLE—Celebrate the return of spring at Hawthorne Valley Waldorf School's May Day Celebration and Spring Fair—a joyful day of music, dancing, games, and community for all ages, May 2, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.The festivities at 330 County Route 21C, include traditional May Day dancing and live music, ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Board of Education voted Monday night to approve contracts for two major facilities upgrades, authorizing new turf field installations at both Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School and Jonathan Dayton High School.The two contracts carry a combined price tag of ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — No. 13 seed Morristown boys lacrosse advanced in the Morris County Tournament with a 14-2 win over No. 20 seed Morris Catholic on Thursday, April 30.The Colonials took control early, scoring four goals in the first quarter and seven more in the second to build an 11-0 halftime ...
NEW JERSEY — The best marketing advice most business owners never hear is also the simplest: stop trying to reach everyone. Start reaching the right people.Yet too many local businesses continue to invest in broad digital platforms where their ideal customer might exist somewhere in an ...
WARREN COUNTY, NJ - Three of the four bald eagles from Warren County that were admitted to The Raptor Trust have been released following treatment, according to the wildlife rehabilitation nonprofit. In an unusual incident, four bald eagles were found weak and grounded in the same area of Warren ...
For years, transit-dependent commuters in New Jersey have faced a stubborn problem: regional bus routes do the heavy lifting on the highway, but getting to the bus stop in the first place, especially in suburban neighborhoods, could mean a long walk, a hunt for parking, or simply giving up on ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out.Penne Marinara w/Italian Sausage, served with Garlic Bread $15.50Chicken Wings, choice of Chipotle Asian, Teriyaki, Buffalo or Naked, served w/Tots $15.50Homemade Tuna Salad topped with ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ Today marks a unique and heartwarming "doubleheader" for the Hackettstown community. It’s a day to pause, look toward our school zones, and say a massive thank you to two groups of people who serve as the literal and metaphorical engines of our children’s education: it is School ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — The City of Hoboken has been selected as one of 17 municipalities nationwide to participate in the 2026 LEED for Cities Certification Cohort, a program led by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) to help local governments advance sustainability and resilience efforts.Hoboken is the ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – The public had an opportunity to see first-hand the cost of local government functions and services during the East Windsor Township Council meeting on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, when Mayor Janice Mironov presented the 2026 “Budget Book." Members of the Township Council, Township ...
MILLBURN, NJ — A proposal to shorten the time between the introduction and final adoption of township ordinances was questioned by some residents during the April 21 Millburn Township Committee meeting, with speakers warning that reduced timelines could limit public awareness and meaningful ...
ANCRAM—The Ancram Fire Company (AFC), 1306 County Route 7, hosts an Open House, May 2 from 9 a.m. to noon.During the event, attendees can: have their fire extinguishers inspected; refill existing fire extinguishers or purchase new ones; pick up smoke and CO detectors; get walking vests and bike ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — The NJ Cross-Town Mental Health Coalition, in partnership with the Borough of New Providence, invites mothers in the community to a free morning of wellness and connection as part of its Paint the Town Green campaign. "Move, Breathe, Bloom: A Morning for Moms" will be held ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — While a new month is now ahead of us, let's look back at some of the top "feel good" stories to come out of Mount Laurel in April 2026! Championship Lenape H.S. Girls Basketball Team Honored by Mt. Laurel Council: The Mount Laurel Township Council honored a special group of ...
BOCA RATON, FL — A 25-year-old Boca Raton man was arrested on a charge of indecent exposure after a woman reported seeing him masturbating while standing in bushes in her yard as he watched a neighbor loading children into a vehicle.According to a Boca Raton Police report, a woman who lives in the ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — If you live in the Bordentown area, you may be used to noise coming from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL).JBMDL released its monthly “Noise Calendar” for May 2026 so that its neighbors know what to expect when it comes to sounds coming from the Base. The calendar is broken ...