TOP LOCAL News
By DONNA ELEAZER
June 4, 2026
Linden, NJ - In recognition of CPR Month & AED Awareness Month, the Linden Police Department has partnered with the Linden Fire Department and the City of Linden to offer FREE CPR Training for Linden residents. The classes will be held at the John T. Gregorio Center, 330 Helen St. on June ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Cranford residents will celebrate Pride Month this week with a series of community events focused on inclusion, creativity, and visibility for LGBTQ+ residents and allies.The celebrations begin Thursday, June 4, with a community Pride Planting from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. organized by GTGC ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The Library will host the first in a six-part series of Rev250 lectures on Saturday, June 6, 2026.In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution, the Library is teaming up with the Glen Rock Chamber of Commerce to provide this lecture series. Programs will ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - At Columbia Middle School in Berkeley Heights, students in the Accelerated 8th Grade Science program recently participated in the annual Capstone Expo, showcasing the innovative projects they developed throughout the school year.The Middle School Capstone Project, an ...
TRENTON, NJ — The NJ State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) announced a statewide Goal Zero enforcement initiative scheduled for Saturday, June 6th to honor NJ State Police Trooper Marc K. Castellano, killed in the line of duty on Interstate 195 in Howell. The all-day initiative will bring ...
BASKING RIDGE, NJ — One team experienced a six-game losing streak and a five-game losing streak this season.The other one hit the skids with a five-game losing streak after a torrid start to this season.That might not sound like typical resume-enhancers for a pair of baseball teams who rach the ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Westfield High School has announced the third marking period honor rolls for the 2025-2026 school year. The high school recognizes student achievement every marking period at two levels: Honor Roll and Distinguished Honor Roll.For the Distinguished Honor Roll, a student’s GPA must ...
TRENTON, NJ — A plan to test driverless cars in New Jersey received another green light this week, after the measure unanimously passed the Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee.The bill, A3968, will introduce a pilot program in New Jersey to allow autonomous vehicle (AV) tests at ...
CAMDEN, NJ - A Jersey City has been sentenced to more than five years in prison for his role in a scheme that led to the burglary of logistics warehouses and subsequent attempt to sell the stolen goods, U.S. Attorney Robert Frazer announced.Derek Spivey, 38, a previously convicted felon, pleaded ...
TRENTON, NJ — A plan to test driverless cars in New Jersey received another green light Monday (June 1, 2026), after the measure unanimously passed the Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee.The bill, A3968, will introduce a pilot program in New Jersey to allow autonomous vehicle ...
NEWARK, NJ– Former Hoboken Housing Authority Executive Director, was sentenced on Wednesday to one year and one day in federal prison, followed by a three-year term of supervised release for participating in a corrupt scheme to obtain bribes and kickbacks from two Newark business owners, U.S.
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg officials are considering whether a parental responsibility ordinance could help address concerns about juvenile behavior, following a proposal raised by resident Bill Timmann during the Town Council's May 26 meeting.Speaking during public comment, Timmann urged ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Christine Portnoy will already be hard at work before the city pulls back the covers to another spring morning.As the vendor coordinator for Saturday’s 51st annual Hungarian Festival, her job is to be stationed on Somerset Street just as the sun’s first glow drifts over the ...
CAMDEN – While Mayor Victor Carstarphen emphasized gains in public safety, development and road improvements in his 2026 State of the City Address, he also zeroed in on the educational needs of Camden students.The mayor spoke at Camden High School on Wednesday evening with the theme of ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — Jim Cahill all but cinched up his 10th term as mayor Tuesday night.Cahill defeated challenger Charlie Kratovil in the Democratic primary, according to preliminary results from Middlesex County officials. Cahill finished with 56.62% of the vote (1,445 votes), not counting ...
SOUTH AMBOY/SAYREVILLE, NJ — Residents of South Amboy and Sayreville are invited to roll up their sleeves and help beautify local public spaces during the Greatest American Cleanup on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Waterfront Park.The event is part of the nationwide Greatest American ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ There is a unique kind of magic in watching a long journey reach its peak. It’s the feeling of looking back from the top of a mountain, realizing that every steep incline, every rough patch, and every moment of doubt was simply a stepping stone to something spectacular.As captured ...
POMPANO BEACH — Five Pompano Beach High School seniors have been named winners of prestigious college-sponsored National Merit Scholarships, program officials announced this week.The local standouts are among 26 Broward County Public Schools students to earn the distinction, placing them in an ...
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ – Jobseekers strode through the Rider University campus with portfolios of resumes in hand with a purpose – to find a new career opportunity at the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce (PMRC) Job Fair. The Chamber estimates that more than 400 jobseekers attended the event ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ – A handful of Bordentown parents, after hearing or reading a previous TAPinto Bordentown article about a dispute between the Bordentown Regional School District and several seniors wishing to wear their scouting cords at their upcoming graduation ceremony, sent a TAPinto Bordentown ...
SHORT HILLS, NJ – Five students who are Short Hills residents are among 19 members of the Class of 2026 into The Cum Laude Society at The Pingry School. Established in 1906 as the secondary school equivalent of Phi Beta Kappa, the country’s oldest collegiate honor society, The Cum Laude Society ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Boca Raton has narrowed its search for a new police chief to two finalists, selecting veteran law enforcement leaders Nicholas Augustine and Jarad Phelps, who both have a long list of credentials.City officials announced the finalists on Wednesday afternoon after narrowing down the ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Board of Education approved a facilities contract on May 11 to address window caulking and glazing issues at the Jonathan Dayton High School gymnasium.The BOE entered into a contract with Panoramic Window & Door Systems Inc. for $34,275. The project includes ...
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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Get ready for five months of amazing local food, produce, handmade goods and music, as the Rancocas Woods Farmers Market kicks off its 2026 season this Sunday.Now in its 5th season, the Market is scheduled to run every Sunday from 10AM to 2PM starting on June 7 through October at ...
FAIRFIELD, NJ – The Fairfield Fire Department was dispatched for a hazardous materials incident on Wednesday morning involving a diesel fuel spill entering Deepavaal Brook. Engine 1, Engine 3, and Squad 1 responded and quickly deployed containment booms to help prevent the spread of fuel further ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Six hikes will make for happy trails this weekend at Fern Forest Nature Center in Coconut Creek.The hikes mark National Trails Day, and they’re sponsored by the Happy Hoofers Chapter of the Florida Trail Association. The nature center is located at 201 Lyons Road South.The hikes ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ — After falling behind by two runs in the top of the first inning, Hunterdon Central quickly tied the game and then went on to an 8-5 victory over Jackson in the semifinal round of the NJSIAA Central Jersey, Group 4 baseball tournament on Wednesday.Joey Tedesco went 2-for-2 with ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Six students from Coral Springs have won National Merit Scholarships, competing successfully in a selective program that recognizes fewer than one percent of the nation's high school seniors.The announcement of the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program winners came on ...
TRENTON, NJ — A plan to test driverless cars in New Jersey received another green light Monday, after the measure unanimously passed the Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee.The bill, A3968, will introduce a pilot program in New Jersey to allow autonomous vehicle (AV) tests at ...