TOP LOCAL News
By TAPINTO SPARTA STAFF
May 31, 2026
TRENTON, NJ – A Sparta man has been found guilty of fraud related to $2.1 million in Paycheck Protection Program or PPP and Economic Injury Disaster Loans or EIDL funds.On May 28, Nikenson Jean Mathurin, aka Nik Mathurin, aka Jean Mathurin 46-year-old Sparta resident, was found guilty of three ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Ever wanted to see Frenchie Davis perform live? How about local favorite Spilata? On Friday, June 5, attendees will have the opportunity to experience both artists on the same stage as Garden State Equality hosts its largest annual fundraiser, the Equality Ball 2026, at The Asbury ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - A local high school student is earning praise from village leaders after delivering a message of unity and civic responsibility during the village's Memorial Day observance. Grace Kim, 17, served as a featured speaker at the 107th consecutive Memorial Day service hosted by Ridgewood ...
BELMAR, NJ – Young artists looking for a creative way to spend a summer afternoon will soon have a chance to turn paint-covered hands into colorful works of art at the Belmar Public Library.The library is launching its 2026 Youth Art Appreciation – Crafting Through the Seasons program, a series of ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – As part of its ongoing series featuring local artists, the Hanover Township Cultural Arts Committee has selected contemporary abstract artist Cynthia Rose Tom as its featured artist for June and July.Tom's artwork will be on display at Hanover Township Municipal Hall ...
RANDOLPH, NJ- The Randolph Education ( REF ) held their annual “Randolph Rocks” 5K / 1K fundraiser run on Saturday, May 30. This year, the weather was kinder to the 448 runners – while it was cool and breezy, the sun peeked in and out and there was no rain like there was in 2025. ( Link to event ...
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 ...
MONTVILLE, NJ - What started as a celebration of peace, turned into a day of tragedy and suffering. The date was October 7, 2023. It has been described as the deadliest day in Israeli history. Shir Zohar, one of Lazar's Living Lessons’ guest speakers, is a survivor of this day at the Nova Music ...
MADISON, NJ - A 26-year-old Madison resident has been charged with assaulting federal officers and causing bodily injury during a demonstration outside an immigration detention facility in Newark, according to federal authorities.The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey announced ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — A police pursuit involving a stolen vehicle ended in a crash near the intersection of Morris Avenue and Meisel Avenue on Sunday afternoon, authorities said.According to police, the Union Police Department was attempting to stop the stolen vehicle when the driver fled, ultimately ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - Summer sprinklers are back—and so is confusion. Residents told the council they see neighbors watering nearly every day and can’t tell who’s following the rules and who’s not.Reminder: The two‑day‑per‑week watering schedule is in effect — odd-numbered addresses may water on Tuesday ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown welcomes back the ninth annual Doylestown Music Festival this year with a week of activities at music venues throughout town and a free outdoor concert on Saturday on Court Street.Starting on Monday, June 1, bars and restaurants around town are offering live music as part ...
KENILWORTH, NJ- David Brearley Theater has earned an impressive six Foxy Award nominations, recognizing excellence across productions during the 24-25 school year: two nominations for last spring’s musical, “Emma: A Pop Musical,” and four for last fall's play, “This Murder Was Staged.”The Foxy ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ – K-9 Kai, the nationally celebrated Morris County Sheriff’s Office police dog trained by Roxbury resident Detective Cpl. Michael McMahon, has died, ending the career of a canine that became known far beyond Morris County for his speed, discipline and partnership with his handler.Kai ...
MADISON, NJ - A 26-year-old Madison resident has been charged with assaulting federal officers and causing bodily injury during a demonstration outside an immigration detention facility in Newark, according to federal authorities.The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey announced ...
CHATHAM, NJ – Longtime Chatham resident Brent Jenkins has been riding a bike since he was a kid, but the 58-year-old is expanding his cycling enthusiasm into a life-saving fight vs. ALS.Over the years, Jenkins has participated in organized cycling events such as the USA Cycling’s Mountain Bike XC ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - The following highlights public meetings, programs and activities listed on official Hanover Township calendars and community resources to help residents stay informed about local services, boards, programs and Township operations throughout the week. Additional information ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill has a four-prong plan to better regulate New Jersey’s growing number of “data centers,” saying they should pay “their fair share” for utilities and contribute more to communities where they do business. In response to rising local concern about data centers, ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — 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 6:00–8:00 p.m.The clinic is open ...
EAST HANOVER, NJ - Students from the Hanover Park and Whippany Park High School AP Spanish classes recently took their learning beyond the classroom with a cultural field trip to Spanish Harlem in New York City.On a beautiful spring Friday, students visited the renowned El Museo del Barrio, one of ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - The week will begin with mild temperatures before a warm-up brings summer-like conditions to the area by the end of the week.Monday will bring increasing clouds with a high near 73 degrees. Winds will be light, with a north wind around 5 mph. Monday night will be mostly clear, with ...
Key TakeawaysNationally, buyers paid 99% of asking price in April 2026, but several metros tracked in the REMAX National Housing Report came in well below that figure.Miami, FL posted the lowest close-to-list ratio at 93.9%, giving buyers significant room below the asking price.Markets with 3.5 or ...
Spring allergies aren’t just caused by pollen; some people might even develop an allergy to murder. That’s exactly what I experienced at the Theater Project of Schoharie County’s show, Allergic to Murder: Pollen & Peril!I had the privilege of seeing this wonderful show, written and directed by ...
PARKLAND, FL- Summer is just a few days away, and Parkland International Music & Arts School has just a few spots left in their first session for the summer. Registrations for the first session, June 8 - July 3, will get 25% off the rate for either a half day or full day - but registration must ...
MADISON, NJ - A 26-year-old Madison resident has been charged with assaulting federal officers and causing bodily injury during a demonstration outside an immigration detention facility in Newark, according to federal authorities.The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey announced ...
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 ...
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 ...
MADISON, NJ - The week will begin with mild temperatures before a warm-up brings summer like conditions to the area by the end of the week.Monday will bring increasing clouds with a high near 73 degrees. Winds will be light, with a north wind around 5 mph. Monday night will be mostly clear, with a ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - The week will begin with mild temperatures before a warm-up brings summer like conditions to the area by the end of the week.Monday will bring increasing clouds with a high near 73 degrees. Winds will be light, with a north wind around 5 mph. Monday night will be mostly clear, with ...