TOP LOCAL News
By KATHRYN SPARROW
May 31, 2026
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - An uncharacteristically rainy, dank May day did nothing to dampen the enthusiasm of Whippany resident and domestic violence survivor Kelly Sutliff, who was hosting a training session at her home as part of Kelly’s K9s: Tails of Courage, the nonprofit she created following her ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Susan Sarandon and William H. Macy were spotted in Little Falls on Tuesday filming scenes for their upcoming film Exit Right, drawing attention from residents who noticed the production crew near Jackie's Grillette on Main Street. Community members said filming activity brought ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Not all superheroes wear capes and that message rang loud and clear last week when the John F. Kennedy Elementary School community gathered to honor third-grader Nora Klimchak.Nora was just six years old when, in November 2024, she was diagnosed with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 ...
SPARTA, NJ – White Deer Plaza was packed and energized with approximately 1000 runners for the 39th Girls on the Run 5K. The spring 2026 event had 456 GOTR girls and 533 registered runners for a total of 989 participants, according to GOTR NJ North Executive Director Maureen DykstraWeather ...
CHATHAM, NJ – As the calendar flips to June, Chatham High sports teams and athletes in boys lacrosse, girls lacrosse, boys volleyball, baseball and track are all competing to be the best in their respective sports.On Monday, both of the Cougars' top-seeded lacrosse teams play in sectional ...
Renss LensBRUNSWICK – The Paramount Builders Group of New York based in Wynantskill has filed a law suit against the Town of Brunswick, its Planning Board and the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) over the conditions placed on the project and whether or not the excavation portion ...
LONG BRANCH, N.J. — Summer evenings in Long Branch will once again be filled with live music as the City of Long Branch presents its 2026 Bands By The Beach concert series at West End Park.Part of the city's free summer concert lineup, the outdoor performances will take place on select Sundays from ...
BERLIN – The school district has announced some important dates concerning the school budget. The School Board will meet on Tuesday June 2 at 7:15 p.m. in the Middle/High School Auditorium to discuss and adopt a budget they plan to put back up before the voters. The original budget proposal failed ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — Pride flag raisings, a color run, and house music celebration are planned this June for Pride Month here in Plainfield and nearby by the County of Union. The City of Plainfield will be holding its 9th annual Pride Flag Raising in Black Lives Matter Plaza, in front of City Hall, at ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The pool is open! Have you signed up yet?Mayor John Lane is recommending everyone that wants to sign up review this video located here, along with the documents to sign up and how to pay membership fees.The pool will be open weekends on Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7; and ...
BATAVIA, NY — The Olean Oilers notched their first win in the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League Sunday, defeating the Batavia Muckdogs 10-7 at Dwyer Stadium.Olean jumped to a 2-0 run lead in the first inning. Darek Staudt singled in Dana Williams for the first run. Staudt advanced to second ...
OLEAN, NY — The city’s summer concert series will continue Thursday with a performance folk rock music by Sticktights.The concert will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. in Lincoln Park at the corner of State and Union streets,The concert series will run through Sept. 10. The schedule can be accessed here.
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 ...
A Lyndhurst man who was released pending trial after being charged with sexually assaulting a juvenile was re-arrested after he violated a court order by immediately approaching a purported witness, The DeMarco Report has learned. Lyndhurst police initially arrested Jose Castaneda, 40, on Tuesday ...
SAYREVILLE — A cherished community tradition is back. The St. Stan's Carnival returns to the fairgrounds at 221 MacArthur Ave. later this month for three nights of rides, games, food, music — and plenty of community spirit.This year's carnival runs:Thursday, June 18 — 6-10 p.m.Friday, June 19 — ...
The column below is sponsored by Princeton Council candidate Marina Rubina.Princeton, NJ – We all know that drive to the library where you hit an unexpected traffic jam and the parking lot is full because there is some event going on. Or pass the empty storefront that used to be something good and ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The Activities Club had a busy month had a busy May with a lecture on hearing loss and a lively lunch up in Mahwah.At the May meeting of the Activities Club, Dave Barclay of Ne Life Hearing pictured with host Skip Husking, lectured the Club on hearing, including testing, causes of ...
TALLAHASSEE, FL — The recreational harvest of snook in the Northeast, Indian River Lagoon and Southeast management regions will close June 1, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.Melbourne and Melbourne Beach are part of the Indian River Lagoon management region ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - New Jersey voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, June 2nd, for the 2026 Primary Election, when Democratic and Republican voters will choose which candidates will represent their parties in November’s General Election.A primary election is the process political parties use to ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - New Jersey voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, June 2nd, for the 2026 Primary Election, when Democratic and Republican voters will choose which candidates will represent their parties in November’s General Election.A primary election is the process political parties use to ...
SURF CITY, NJ — A devastating fire broke out at Wally’s, a beloved staple of the Surf City community, late Saturday night. The incident, which occurred just as staff members were wrapping up a busy weekend shift, has left the iconic building severely damaged but the community’s spirit ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - Sixth-seeded Morristown’s run in the 2026 NJSIAA Baseball Tournament came to an end Friday afternoon with a 6-2 loss to third-seeded Ridgewood in the North Jersey, Section 1, Group 4 quarterfinal round.Ridgewood took control early, scoring one run in the first inning and two more in ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The Red Hat Hotsie Totsies had a lunch in mid-May, and they're always looking for new members, according to one of the group organizers, Pat Zengel.“Red Hat Hotsie Totsies enjoyed a lovely afternoon lunch together,” Zengel said. “New members are always welcome.”For membership, email ...
Princeton, NJ – As the summer season approaches, it is vital to remember the members of our community who struggle with food insecurity. That is why Send Hunger Packing Princeton (SHUPP) is proud to announce its first annual Canstruction competition, a unique event where creativity and compassion ...
WOODLAND PARK, NJ - A major water main replacement project along Cedarhurst Avenue is scheduled to begin Monday, June 1, as borough officials move forward with infrastructure upgrades aimed at improving the reliability and resilience of the local water system.According to the borough, the project ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - There are still major road closures reported on Route 22 East as of 8 p.m. Sunday due to a motor vehicle crash, according to Bridgewater Township Police.Police reported that all roads leading to Route 22 East from Route 202/206, and side roads from Somerville, remain closed up to ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - There are still major road closures reported on Route 22 East as of 8 p.m. Sunday due to a motor vehicle crash, according to Bridgewater Township Police.Police reported that all roads leading to Route 22 East from Route 202/206, and side roads from Somerville, remain closed up to ...
Linden, NJ—This Week at #lindenpubliclibrary Mon, 6/1: ** Double Dutch Jump Rope Workshop @ 4 PMMon, 6/1: ** Ember Games Teen Program @ 4 PMTues, 6/2: Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, 6/2: Movie: A Face in the Crowd (1957, NR, 2:05) @ 1 PMTues, 6/2: The American Revolution in Union County: A Presentation by ...
JEFFERSON, NJ — Jefferson Township hosted its annual Firemen’s Carnival this past week from May 27–30. The carnival featured various rides, food, and fireworks on the last day to raise money for the town’s fire department.Jefferson Fire Company No. 1 Assistant Fire Chief Raymond Cabrera Jr. enjoys ...
SPARTA, NJ – Sparta High School’s Top 10 academic students shared some thoughts as they prepare to graduate in June. Emma Hamilton will be a Gator next fall as she joins the campus of the University of Florida to study in their health science program. She said she chose UF because after touring ...