TOP LOCAL News
By TELINA CUPPARI
April 23, 2026
KENILWORTH, NJ – After a strong performance Tuesday afternoon, the Brearley Varsity Baseball team succeeded in beating Union 4-3.This win brings the Bears current record 3-7. Highlights of the game from Head Coach Dave Kaplow include:Alex Skwarek hit an RBI double.Dante Kopacz drew a walk with the ...
TRENTON, NJ — From betting on elections to controversial wagers on life-and-death events, prediction markets have exploded in popularity. Now, New Jersey lawmakers want to shut some of them down.Lawmakers have introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at regulating prediction markets, platforms ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Passaic Valley's softball team continued its strong start to the season with a 6–2 road win over Paramus on Wednesday.Passaic Valley (10–1) scored in four of the first five innings to build an early cushion and never trailed, improving its momentum in a game defined by timely ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ — Volunteers from Nanak Naam Jahaj Gurdwara prepared and distributed meals to approximately 10,000 individuals across more than 70 shelters in New Jersey and New York under their “Let Share a meal” initiative, in a large-scale community effort rooted in a tradition centered on ...
WAYNE, NJ — Monday night’s Wayne Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting was filled to beyond capacity. Residents came out in droves to question or support the building of a new mosque on Colfax Road. This was the first of several scheduled hearings on the subject, and it began chaotically. Officials ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: Earth Day is a powerful reminder that while April 22 every year, is set aside to celebrate our planet, caring for the environment is something we can—and should—do every day. In Monmouth County, that message resonates strongly thanks to the area’s commitment to preserving open ...
Oradell Police Officer Frank Stefano was laced up at forward for the Hoboken Rockets White at the Ice House in Hackensack last night when a crowd suddenly gathered around the opposing team’s goalie.The Vikings’ 53-year-old net minder, after initially feeling nauseous, went into cardiac arrest and ...
POULTNEY, Vt. — Stone Valley Arts is inviting the community to come together and celebrate the start of a new season with the opening of its 2026 Artist Members’ Show on Saturday, April 25.An artists’ reception will be held from 3 to 5 p.m., offering a chance for neighbors, friends and visitors to ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Passaic Valley's baseball team rallied in the final inning to earn a 4–3 walk-off victory over Fair Lawn on Wednesday.Fair Lawn (6–8) opened with two runs in the top of the first inning behind timely hitting and early pressure on the bases. Passaic Valley (5–5–1) responded in the ...
CHATHAM, NJ – Chatham's Lafayette School third and fourth graders probably couldn't imagine what was happening at their school in 1976, but they'll get a glimpse into the past on June 11th when an assembly will be held to reveal the contents of its recently excavated time capsule.Cheryl Russo, the ...
WAYNE, NJ - Two off-duty firefighters and the always-on-duty volunteers of Wayne's fire companies and first aid-squad, helped put out a structure fire and save an older man trapped within his burning home on Brookwood Drive this past Thursday evening, April 21, 2026.The call came in from dispatch ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — A plan to swap out Coconut Creek police officers at four local schools hit pause this week after the school district pulled back the notice that set the change in motion.On Wednesday, Broward County Schools Police Chief Kevin Nosowicz sent a letter to Coconut Creek city leaders ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – Ashley Muñoz wants to put a relaxing ahhhhhh in your afternoon and your morning and night, too. The New Brunswick esthetician on Wednesday cut the ribbon on her new Zen Beauty Mobile, a 22-foot-long, fully electric cargo van-turned-waxing-and-skin-care-studio on wheels.Her ...
Clinton, NJ – Well over 1,000 people attended the 2026 Clinton Township Middle School TREP$ business, commerce and entrepreneurship enrichment program Marketplace, held on Tuesday evening, April 21st, until a few minutes after 8 p.m. Kids, many with the help of their parents, set up tables and ...
SPARTA, NJ – The Spartan baseball team took a 7-3 win from Mendham pm Wednesday. Shane Hoover went for 105 pitches in six innings earning eight strikeouts, giving up only five hits and five walks. Hoover also went 2-for-4 with a single, a double and a stolen base, crossing home plate ...
NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — South Brunswick used a balanced scoring effort and a dominant second half to earn a 13–5 girls lacrosse victory over North Brunswick on Tuesday.South Brunswick (8-3) had seven different players record points, with Nayla Mincey and Dulcinea Solomons leading the way with four ...
GRANVILLE — The North Granville United Methodist Church is inviting the community to stop by for a Food and Rummage Sale on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 10344 State Route 22.The event will feature a variety of gently used items, perfect for bargain hunters and treasure seekers, ...
MERCER COUNTY – Mercer County residents are invited to participate in the semi-annual Career and Resource Fair that will help connect job seekers with potential employers while also learning about potential resources available. Why would it be beneficial to participate? Attendees will be able to ...
NEWTON, NJ—The Newton High School boys tennis team hosted High Point on Monday, April 20 and won 5-0.The results of the matches are as follows:Singles: 1st: Jack Boffa (N) won over Owen Castillo (HP), 7-5, 6-7, 1-02nd: Diego Pena (N) won over Chase Longberg (HP), 6-2, 6-23rd: Alejando Gali (N) won ...
PAWLET, Vt. — The Pawlet Community Church is inviting neighbors and friends to gather for a hearty roast pork dinner on Saturday, May 2.The popular community meal will begin at 4:30 p.m. at the church, 38 VT Route 133, with indoor seating available for those who would like to sit down, share a meal ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Another chapter was written Wednesday in the five-year saga of a developer with plans to build a 59,000-square-foot warehouse at 131 Jersey Ave.Mercer County-based developer Sovereign Consulting LLC was designated as the redeveloper for the tract of dust and rubble in the city’s ...
CHATHAM, NJ – Chatham's Lafayette School third and fourth graders probably couldn't imagine what was happening at their school in 1976, but they'll get a glimpse into the past on June 11th when an assembly will be held to reveal the contents of its recently excavated time capsule.Cheryl Russo, the ...
HUDSON--The Columbia County Honor a Veteran Committee will be honoring Army Specialist 4 Philip Arsenault, Jr. on April 27 at 401 State Street in the Supervisors Chambers starting at 9 a.m. The public is invited.Mr. Arsenault was born February 19, 1945 in Clinton Corners. He grew up in Rhinebeck ...
MONROE, NJ — Monroe Township Police announced that six individuals have been charged following an undercover investigation into a pattern of dirt bike thefts, attempted burglaries, and related crimes in Monroe Township and nearby communities.According to police, the coordinated operation was ...
MOORESTOWN, NJ — The Burlington County Farmers Market will be hosting its final Pre-Season MArket before it officially kicks off its 20th season next month. The final pre-season market is taking place on Saturday, April 25 from 10AM to 1PM at the Burlington County Agricultural Center, located at ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - In celebration of Older Americans Month, the Middlesex County Office of Aging and Disabled Services invites residents who are turning 90 years old or older this year to attend the County’s annual 90+ Birthday Celebration and Luncheon. These special celebrations will be held ...
LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, NJ — Students in Linden High School’s "I Am Beautiful" program recently took a trip to New York City to attend the Tony Award-winning MJ: The Musical, an experience organizers said was designed to connect the arts with personal growth.Before departing, the group gathered for ...
COLUMBUS, NJ – One Jersey 5 lottery player picked up a blockbuster winning ticket at a Columbus, Burlington County retail store. A Jersey Cash 5 won the $953,629 jackpot after hitting all five balls during the Wednesday, April 22, 2026 drawing.The winning numbers were 05, 15, 19, 20 and 27 ; the ...
HUDSON—AnimalKind’s auction is fast approaching!The Pawsitively Purrfect Auction opens for bidding April 23 at 8 a.m. AnimalKind’s goal this year is to raise $50,000 to help support its operating expenses. It needs your support. The auction is an exciting and fun way to help, and at the same time ...
A crowd of more than 70 community members packed a recent Village of Fort Edward Zoning Board of Appeals hearing as the board considered an appeal by Clean Earth, the current owner of a soil recycling facility, of a December 2025 code enforcement decision that the facility has been operating beyond ...