TOP LOCAL News
By TOBY MOORE
April 14, 2026
When the headlines are heavy, a lot of people quietly make the same deal with themselves: I will go after my dream later. Later, when the world settles down. Later, when things feel safer. Later, when the noise dies down. It sounds responsible. It sounds mature. It can also become a slow, ...
CLINTON TOWN, NJ - The Scouting America, Washington Crossing Council will host its annual Hunterdon Leadership Award event on Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Unity Bank Headquarters in Clinton, New Jersey. The event recognizes outstanding leadership in the community while raising ...
CAMBRIDGE — Washington County Public Health, in partnership with the Cambridge Volunteer Fire Department, will host a free car seat safety check later this month to help ensure children are traveling safely.The event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 29, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Cambridge Volunteer ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The Dionne Warwick Institute of Economics and Entrepreneurship marked a historic milestone on March 31, as students, staff, city officials, and community members gathered for a special ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the school’s newly renovated auditorium, a ...
PERTH AMBOY - At first, the numbers seem eye-popping, but when you break down all the redevelopment projects both completed and currently underway in Perth Amboy, Mayor Helmin Caba’s Administration is coordinating more than $1 billion in private investment to improve blighted parcels throughout the ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Film lovers in Mount Laurel are invited to step into the vibrant — and increasingly tense — world of 1930s Berlin with a special showing of Cabaret at the Mount Laurel Library this week.The screening will take place on Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 1:00PM to 4:00PM at the Mount ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Construction is underway on Petersen Commons in Woodbridge Township on 60 new affordable apartments for veterans and tenants who are 55 or older.Gov. Mikie Sherrill joined Mayor John E. McCormac for the groundbreaking on Friday, April 10th, to underscore her administration’s ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The Dionne Warwick Institute of Economics and Entrepreneurship marked a historic milestone on March 31, as students, staff, city officials, and community members gathered for a special ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the school’s newly renovated auditorium — a ...
MADISON, NJ — The Madison Borough Council opened its latest meeting with a solemn tribute to several longtime residents whose contributions helped shape the community, while also addressing a range of local initiatives, infrastructure concerns, and upcoming events.Mayor Robert H. Conley led a ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The buzz of fishing rods, the splash of a prize trout, and the smell of free hot dogs will once again define a spring weekend in Summit as families head to the pond at the Summit Municipal Golf Course for one of the town’s most anticipated traditions.The 2026 Police Athletic League ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Hanover Township Environmental Commission has approved its first official logo, a move Chair Christopher Mattessich said reflects both the group’s growing role in township matters and a need for a clear visual identity.“The Environmental Commission has never had a logo,” ...
SPARTA, NJ – The snow has melted, revealing piles of garbage, litter and discarded junk. You can do something about it. On April 18 and 19, I help with Sparta Bag It day.Community members and groups turn out to clean up their local roads, parks and trails. Sparta resident Mitch Morrison heads up ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Morristown residents will have an opportunity to safely dispose of sensitive documents during a free on-site shred event scheduled for Saturday, June 6.The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., or until the shredding truck reaches capacity, at the Town Hall parking lot ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - The Middlesex County Department of Community Services is seeking residents’ input regarding how its services and programs meet the needs of the community. Community input is vital for identifying community strengths, service gaps, and areas for improvement, ensuring all ...
RAMONA, OK - Last week was a huge one for East Brunswick High School alumnus Sam Mattis. Mattis took down a 45-year-old United States Track and Field record set by American Ben Plucknett in Sweden in 1981. Plucknett's record-setting discus throw was 237-4. Mattis, competing at the Oklahoma Throws ...
EDISON, NJ - Hands of Hope for the Community’s fifth annual Tee Off Against Hunger conducted at TopGolf in Edison on April 12 generated a single-year record of more $63,000 for the nonprofit. Middlesex County Commissioner Charles E. Tomaro, who serves as Hands of Hope for the Community’s president, ...
NEWTON, NJ - According to the most recent census, about 15.1% of Newton residents live below the poverty line, well above the national average. Based on recent data, women are disproportionately affected by poverty, with 56% of the total impoverished population. It is this insight that led Newton ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Spotswood's Borough Council held a special meeting on Monday, April 13, to discuss refunding ordinance 2026-04. The refunding ordinance pertains to the seven-year bond which was approved by the Local Finance Board in Trenton last week. Spotswood Mayor Rich O'Brien updated residents ...
POMPANO BEACH — A wrong-way driver caused a fatal head-on collision early Saturday morning on West Sample Road near the Florida’s Turnpike interchange, according to the Broward Sheriff’s Office.According to traffic homicide investigators, Sult President, 47, of Pompano Beach, was driving a 2006 ...
MAY DAY, MAY DAY Each year communists and socialists, the world over celebrate May Day to commemorate International Workers’ Rights. But those rights were borne out of bloody riots and bombings in Chicago’s Haymarket Square in 1886. Every first of May leftists march and demonstrate to show their ...
MADISON, NJ — Residents may hear ceremonial gunfire Tuesday afternoon as a 21-gun salute is scheduled to take place in Madison.The salute will occur at approximately 2:35 p.m. on April 14 at Upper James Park in honor of a fallen war veteran.Officials noted that while gunfire will be audible in the ...
SPARTA, NJ — Parents and caregivers in Sparta can take advantage of free car seat inspections offered regularly through Safe Kids Northern New Jersey.The inspections are held at the Sparta Fire Department on 141 Woodport Road in Sparta on the 4th Monday of the month 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. where ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - Hasbrouck Heights Police arrested a Wallington man for the theft of a high-end watch during a sale meet-up.On Friday, April 3, at approximately 7:00 p.m., officers responded to the 200 block of Oldfield Avenue on a report of a theft in progress. Upon arrival, officers spoke ...
NYVT Media continues to serve as the central digital destination for local news and community events across Washington County, New York, Rutland County, Vermont and the greater bordering region. As several affiliated publications transition to their own dedicated websites, NYVTMedia.com remains ...
MELBOURNE, FL – Melbourne police are investigating after officers found a deceased adult male Tuesday morning in the Intracoastal Waterway near the Melbourne Causeway, according to the Melbourne Police Department.Police said they responded at 8:04 a.m. to a report of a body along the north side of ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — One of Morristown’s most anticipated culinary events is returning this spring, as Morristown Restaurant Week is set to run from Monday, April 20 through Friday, April 24, featuring nearly 40 participating businesses.Organized by the Morristown Partnership, the weeklong event will ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The Dionne Warwick Institute of Economics and Entrepreneurship marked a historic milestone on March 31, as students, staff, city officials, and community members gathered for a special ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the school’s newly renovated auditorium — a ...
Capital Region Independent MediaThis year’s Top 5 Changemaker award winners improve our communities in all sorts of ways, from caring for children to spurring economic development to advocating for animal rescue, and so much more.This year’s winners will be honored at the annual dinner and awards ...
RAMONA, OK - Last week was a huge one for East Brunswick High School alumnus Sam Mattis. Mattis took down a 45-year-old United States Track and Field record set by American Ben Plucknett in Sweden in 1981. Plucknett's record-setting discus throw was 237-4. Mattis, competing at the Oklahoma Throws ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Junior attacker/midfielder Kayla Hikade scored 15 goals to help the Phillipsburg High School girl’s lacrosse team to three wins in its first five games to open the season.She scored four times in wins against both Kittatinny and Immaculata and notched another three goals in a ...