TOP LOCAL News
By TAPINTO HAZLET
June 1, 2026
HAZLET, NJ: Around 9:40am, TAPinto received a report of a motor vehicle crash in Hazlet near Holmdel on Line Road. First responders are on the scene, reports indicate the crash involved 4 vehicles with at least one hitting a pole. Avoid Line Rd near the 500 section at this time.
HAZLET, NJ: Around 9:40am, TAPinto received a report of a motor vehicle crash in Hazlet near Holmdel on Line Road. First responders are on the scene, reports indicate the crash involved 4 vehicles with at least one hitting a pole. Avoid Line Rd near the 500 section at this time.
HAZLET, NJ: Around 9:40am, TAPinto received a report of a motor vehicle crash in Hazlet near Holmdel on Line Road. First responders are on the scene, reports indicate the crash involved 4 vehicles with at least one hitting a pole. Avoid Line Rd near the 500 section at this time.
HILLSIDE, NJ — Hillside Public Schools is recognizing winners of the Charlotte Jones Black History Month Essay Contest.The yearly contest is hosted by the Hillside Branch of the NAACP.The winners, from Ola Edwards Community School, Deanna G. Taylor Academy and Hurden Looker Elementary School, were ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ — Montclair’s annual Pride Festival will still take place in 2026 — but not during Pride Month.Out Montclair announced today that the Montclair Pride Festival, originally scheduled for Saturday, June 13, has been postponed until Saturday, August 1, citing financial and operational ...
BARRINGTON, R.I. — A new dog park in Barrington is being created to honor the memory of Christine Conrad Lane, a former Cranford resident and devoted animal rescue volunteer who died alongside her son, Spencer, in the January 2025 mid-air collision near Washington, D.C.The Christine Conrad Lane ...
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 ...
Dennis Gonzalez gives a speech to the guests.WEST ORANGE, NJ - the Unity Table and Little Box of Love organized a Healthcare Network Event at the Highlawn to recognize May as Mental Health Awareness Month. The event was sponsored by Le Kool Champagne and Brivado Cigars, featuring guests such as ...
RICHMONDVILLE – Richmondville Days 2026 is kicking off its patriotic celebration, "Let Freedom Ring!" with a very special homecoming. Renowned professional storyteller Lona Bartlett is returning to her roots for a full weekend of engaging performances, historical reflection, and community ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Water bills are going up in Coconut Creek, starting today, city officials announced. The rate hike takes effect June 1. The city announced a 3.4 percent increase that passes along a Broward County rate increase that began in October 2025.Coconut Creek does not operate its own ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Just can't bear to part with that favorite blanket or hoodie that's worn through? How about the much-loved stuffed animal a little one can't sleep without or that broken necklace that's a family heirloom? Well, it might not be too late to save it. That's what the upcoming ...
PISCATAWAY — Girls across Middlesex County will have an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of one of the nation's fastest-growing sports at a free flag football introductory clinic hosted by the YMCA at the Piscataway Community Center on Friday, June 5, from 6–8 p.m.The clinic is open to girls ...
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 ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Passaic County's commission board has approved $81,000 in open space grant funding to the borough for bleacher improvements at Wagaraw Field 4.In September 2025, Passaic County awarded $125,000 of grant funding for bleacher replacement at Wagaraw Field. "Twenty-five years ago, ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — For Zunilda Sanchez, earning a college degree was never about how quickly she crossed the finish line. It was about refusing to give up on a dream that began more than 25 years ago.This spring, the Piscataway High School Class of 1992 graduate celebrated not one, but two major ...
Passaic Valley Water is currently experiencing an issue in Clifton that is affecting water pressure throughout the Township. To help maintain the integrity of our water system and preserve adequate pressure for fire protection and emergency response, we have instituted temporary water restrictions ...
Nutley Family Service Bureau thanks Gary Cohen for sponsoring our upcoming event, Rock Hunger, with a $500 Smithereens Sponsorship. Join us on Saturday, June 6th, at 2:00pm at Old Canal Inn, Nutley, NJ. Last call for sponsorships is Wednesday June 3rd! Get your tickets and sponsorships on our ...
WINDHAM—New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers R. Commerford and R. Dawson responded to a Wilderness Rescue call on the Escarpment Trail, where an 11-year-old from Valatie was reportedly acting lethargic, May 10 at 3:51 p.m.The Escarpment Trail stretches about ...
CLARK, NJ — Saint John the Apostle School is proud to celebrate two meaningful experiences recently enjoyed by the eighth-grade class: an exciting educational trip to Six Flags Great Adventure and a faith-filled retreat in Long Branch. Together, these events provided students with opportunities for ...
PATERSON, NJ = The New York Cosmos partnered with KIPP Paterson Public Schools to host SoccerFest 2026 at Hinchliffe Stadium on Wednesday, May 27, ahead of the club’s USL League One home match against Union Omaha.SoccerFest 2026 brought together KIPP Paterson student-athletes from kindergarten ...
KENILWORTH, NJ — Berkeley Heights Mayor Angie Devanney was among the featured speakers at the sold-out 2026 Union County Women Mean Business Summit, held Wednesday, May 27, at Galloping Hill Golf Course. More than 300 participants filled the room for a day centered on empowerment, leadership, ...
KENILWORTH, NJ — Berkeley Heights Mayor Angie Devanney was among the featured speakers at the sold-out 2026 Union County Women Mean Business Summit, held Wednesday, May 27, at Galloping Hill Golf Course. More than 300 participants filled the room for a day centered on empowerment, leadership, ...
ELECTION BARTo the Editor:I am compelled to write this letter after receiving numerous mailings from the Sam Hodge campaign for NY State Assembly filled with misleading statements, innuendo, and intentional falsehoods.Though I am a member of the Columbia County Democratic Committee (CCDC), the ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ - The Hunterdon Central Regional High School Thespians Honor Society held its annual end-of-year showcase May 29.
WARREN, NJ — The Ability Foundation recently welcomed athletes, families and volunteers from Bayonne Buddy Baseball for a special day dedicated to inclusion, teamwork and the power of sports to bring communities together.Held in Warren, the Buddy Baseball event brought together players and ...
FANWOOD, NJ – The renovation project at Forest Road Park in Fanwood was recently completed. Construction and installation of new playground equipment began in December.Fanwood completed the first phase of improvements at Forest Road Park in 2021, which included a new basketball court, two new ...
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 ...
RARITAN, NJ – The borough is planning to pass an ordinance to place all developments under construction in town under greater environmental scrutiny in the wake of the continued environmental problems at a site on LaGrange Street.That intent was described as part of a greater discussion of ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Spotswood High School Drama III, IV and V students had an amazing opportunity this spring to participate in the 2026 Theatrelink Festival, which is run by the Manhattan Theatre Club."Theatrelink is an international playwriting and performance exchange program that connects schools ...
LINDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, NJ — Linden Public Schools has taken a significant step forward in advancing support for multilingual learners with the launch of a new districtwide K–12 standardized benchmark assessment framework. The initiative is designed to monitor student growth, guide instructional ...