TOP LOCAL News
By MISSY DIAZ
April 7, 2026
BOCA RATON, FL — Nearly 1 in 5 teenagers in the United States is obese, according to new research from Florida Atlantic University, highlighting growing health concerns for adolescents nationwide.The study, conducted by researchers at the university’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, ...
TROY – Mayor Carmella Mantello and the City Council continue to look at the city’s automated license plate readers (ALPR) provided by Flock Safety through a different lens.This past week, the Mayor declare a public safety emergency to keep the ALPR’s operational, after the City Council vote to ...
MANASQUAN, NJ — The Manasquan boys tennis team earned a hard-fought 3-2 win over rival Wall Township this week, overcoming lineup adjustments and leaning on strong singles play to secure the victory.Despite being down one of their usual singles starters, the Warriors found a way to piece together a ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — Residents are invited to celebrate culture, community, and a meaningful cause at the inaugural Elizabeth Portugal Day 5K Run/Walk, set for Sunday, May 31.The event will take place at Oak Ridge Park in Clark, with check-in beginning at 8 a.m. and the race starting at 9 a.m.
WYNANTSKILL – Voters in the Wynantskill Union Free School District voted on April 3 to merge with the Troy City School District, by a 709-507 margin. The merger was a hot topic for several months, with signs for and in opposition springing up all around the community.Those in favor of the merger ...
NEWARK, NJ - A tenant lawsuit against the owner and property managers of the luxury Eleven80 apartment building in Downtown Newark alleges five years of "unconscionable” rent increases, numerous maintenance issues, and retaliatory behavior by the property manager. The suit also details significant ...
Photo by: Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMadeMILLBURN, NJ - History comes to thrilling life in 1776, the Tony-winning musical that brings the story behind the creation of the Declaration of Independence to the stage with witty satire, compelling drama, and a magnificent score. With music and lyrics by ...
TRENTON, NJ — Carteret is among eight Middlesex County communities awarded $7,000 grants for a statewide April law enforcement crackdown campaign on “distracted driving,” Carteret Mayor Daniel J. Remain says.Officers from the Carteret Police Department will take part in New Jersey’s “Put the Phone ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - The South Plainfield Police Department is proud to announce its participation in the John R. Elliott HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers as part of the statewide recognition of the 25th anniversary of New Jersey’s John’s Law, landmark legislation aimed at preventing impaired ...
Vermont State Police have arrested three men in connection with a series of off-road vehicle thefts spanning Brandon, Rutland Town, and Sudbury over the course of two weeks.The investigation began March 30 when troopers from the Rutland Barracks received a tip about a possible location of an ATV ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ — City officials have announced a new partnership with Monmouth County that will expand and strengthen emergency medical services in Long Branch beginning May 1.The City of Long Branch, working in coordination with the Long Branch First Aid Squad, said the transition is aimed at ...
TROY – As this newsletter is produced, the Artemis II space flight is on its way home, after making an orbit around the moon and going deeper into space than any other human ever has.The mission is commanded by 47-year-old Reid Wiseman, a Baltimore, MD native and a 1997 graduate of Rensselaer ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — In West Boca Raton, the sound of rides and the sight of sliced fruit will fill a park as a watermelon festival takes over for three days this weekend.The South Florida Watermelon Festival will run April 10, 11 and 12, at Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park, 12551 Glades ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ--It was March 31, 1997, when a group of eight men had a meeting at Obal's Inn, in Bloomfield, to discuss awarding scholarships to some worthy Bloomfield High students.On that night, the NCAA men's basketball championship game between the University of Kentucky and the University of ...
The Vermont House of Representatives has formally recognized the Fair Haven Union High School Slaters bowling team for winning a second consecutive state championship, passing House Concurrent Resolution 243 on April 3.The resolution, offered by Representatives Canfield of Fair Haven, Casey of ...
POMPANO BEACH — A $5,000 reward is now being offered for information regarding the shooting of a Pompano Beach man, who was found dead on North Dixie Highway early Sunday morning.Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) investigators previously identified the victim as 40-year-old Rayon Sanchez. Deputies ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — The Westfield High School flag football team is off to a solid start this season after a 3-0 record in March.The Blue Devils shut out Kent Place in the season and home opener, 6-0, on March 23 thanks to a 15-yard touchdown reception from senior Ana Sanchez from sophomore quarterback ...
GREENVILLE — As the need for more agriculture educators across the nation grows, the ag teachers who go above and beyond in educating America’s youth and future leaders are more important than ever. In New York, 10 exceptional ag teachers were recently named as finalists of the 2025-26 Golden Owl ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — The Cranford and South Plainfield baseball teams last met in the quarterfinal round of last year's NJSIAA North 2, Group 3 tournament en route to South Plainfield's eventual sectional championship.Both teams had gotten off to good starts this season and both have high hopes, ...
TOMS RIVER – Behind a dominant, hitless performance from Gianna Gomez in the circle and a relentless power surge at the plate, the Barnegat softball team improved to 4-0 on the season with a commanding 16-0 victory over Toms River South.Gomez was the story of the day, stifling the Indians' bats ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving from Montclair to Drumthwacket, the New Jersey governor’s official Princeton residence, according to a statement from her office.Sherrill, 54, will be the state’s first governor in two decades to live full-time at Drumthwacket, and only ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — Comedy-lovers can attend one (or more!) of several live variety show performances this week at one of Bordentown City's longtime fixtures. Riverview Studios (1 The Waterfront, Bordentown City) is hosting The New Jersey Live Show, performed by Bella Productions, for three ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is currently hiring, the Department announced last week. Specifically, the Department is hiring for the Class III School Resource Officer position. The successful candidate must have retired from the Police and Firemen's Retirement ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – In commemoration of March as Women's History Month, East Windsor Township Mayor Janice Minorov honored six female elected officials who serve in a range of positions. The annual celebration of women's history began in 1970 under President Jimmy Carter with a week beginning on ...
MADISON, NJ - The Hanover Park Boys baseball team beat Madison on Monday. Madison baseball carried an early lead into the sixth inning, but Hanover Park pushed across two late runs to edge the Dodgers, 2-1, on Monday afternoon.Madison grabbed a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the first. Liam Melvin ...
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Ravens baseball team took on the Bethlehem Eagles in the opening contest of the 2026 season on April 1. This game was originally scheduled to be played at home but after a long night of rain, the field at Pieter B. Coeymans did not drain fast enough to be game ...
WARETOWN, NJ — The Township of Ocean is officially turning 150, and the community is invited to strike a chord for history. The Township Committee has announced a special 150th Anniversary Kick-Off Concert to be held this Sunday, April 12, at the iconic Albert Music Hall.Mayor Ken Baulderston, ...
TRENTON, NJ — Carteret is among eight Middlesex County communities awarded $7,000 grants for a statewide April law enforcement crackdown campaign on “distracted driving,” borough Mayor Daniel J. Remain says.Officers from the Carteret Police Department will take part in New Jersey’s “Put the Phone ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - The South Plainfield Police Department is proud to announce its participation in the John R. Elliott HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers as part of the statewide recognition of the 25th anniversary of New Jersey’s John’s Law, landmark legislation aimed at preventing impaired ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Governor Livingston High School boys tennis team earned a decisive 5-0 victory over Johnson on Monday afternoon, April 6, improving its record to 2-3 on the season.The Highlanders controlled play across all three singles flights. At first singles, Arav Misra set the tone ...