TOP LOCAL News
By VICTORIA CARUSO
May 30, 2026
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 ...
This is Woodbridge Mayor John McCormac.Anchors Tiki Bar has the band, “Carson Drive” at 6 pm on Saturday with food from Chill Will’s Grill; the “Breaking News Band” performs at 3 pm on Sunday with the Hot Dog Guy; and “Just Bob” performs on Tuesday with a food truck to be named.There is a clothing ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Here's a look at road closings and slowdowns in the Doylestown area for the week of May 31, 2026.In Bedminster and Tinicum townships, Dark Hollow Road between Route 32/River Road and Route 413/Durham Road will be closed and detoured for road work from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. The work is ...
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 ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — The 200 Club of Middlesex County recently honored 66 police officers, firefighters and first-responders for their heroic actions, life-saving rescues, and successful investigations to protect public safety. The 52nd annual 200 Club of Middlesex County award ceremony and ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Three Cranford High School students are helping lead this year’s Relay For Life of Cranford, inviting the community to come together on Friday, June 5, for an evening focused on hope, remembrance, and support for those affected by cancer.In a piece written for the community, students ...
CLARK, NJ – Colin Makkay pitched a five-hitter to lead 11th-seeded Robbinsville to a 5-0 victory over third-seeded A.L. Johnson in the quarterfinal round of the NJSIAA Central Jersey, Group 2 baseball tournament on Friday.Makkay struck out nine batters and walked one in seven innings. He threw 108 ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ -An 81-year-old Hamilton woman died from injuries she sustained in a Friday afternoon car crash on Route 130 north in Robbinsville, the Robbinsville Police Department announced.According to a statement, the crash between a Ford F-250 and a Kia wagon took place at approximately 2:36 ...
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 ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - The Kenilworth Senior Citizens Club, located at 526 Boulevard, recently announced that after 61 years, the club will be dissolved on June 30, 2026.On Wednesday, June 3, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. the last meeting will take place. “It is sad but time brings changes and there is no ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — An operation responsible for the theft of high-end motorcycles across northern and central New Jersey has been dismantled and four people have been charged, Westfield Police Chief Christopher Battiloro announced on Thursday.According to Chief Battiloro, on Dec. 19, 2025, a resident ...
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ – The Wood-Ridge Council approved the following as part of the consent agenda at the May 27th meeting of the Wood-Ridge Mayor and Council in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. 1. MINUTES: Minutes of the April 15, 2026 Meeting.2. RESOLUTIONS: Adoption of the ...
LAKE COMO, NJ – As another summer season begins at the Jersey Shore, the Circle of Friends Café in Lake Como is preparing to welcome back customers with fresh coffee, homemade meals and one of the most meaningful missions anywhere along the coast.The café, located at 1709 Main Street, officially ...
CHATHAM, NJ – The Chatham Borough Farmers Market is celebrating its 20th year, bringing in many different vendors from the New Jersey area. The market officially opened on May 16th and will continue every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering fresh foods, local products, and unique small ...
RED BANK, NJ: Lunch Break recently celebrated the graduation of its fourth cohort of students from the Alliance for Student Success (AFSS), a two‑year youth program created in partnership with Red Bank Regional High School’s The Source. The initiative is designed to guide juniors and seniors ...
UNION, N.J. — Members of Cub Scout Pack 68 at Connecticut Farms Presbyterian Church recently donated toys, books, toiletries, snacks and pajamas to Camy’s Corner, a support space for pediatric patients and their families at Atlantic Health’s Goryeb Children’s Hospital at Morristown Medical ...
VERONA, NJ – Wood-Ridge pounded out seven hits and took advantage of four Verona errors as the Blue Devils defeated the Hillbillies, 12-7, in a NJSIAA North 2, Group 1 baseball playoff game on Friday afternoon. Wood-Ridge, who is seeded eighth, will play at fourth seed Hanover Park in the ...
HOLMDEL, N.J. — Filmmakers, industry professionals, and movie enthusiasts from across the region will gather at Bell Works in Holmdel this weekend as the 2026 Monmouth Film Festival (MFF) returns for a three-day celebration of independent film-making, storytelling, and creative ...
LAKE COMO, NJ – As another summer season begins at the Jersey Shore, the Circle of Friends Café in Lake Como is preparing to welcome back customers with fresh coffee, homemade meals and one of the most meaningful missions anywhere along the coast.The café, located at 1709 Main Street, officially ...
DELRAN, NJ — Senior left-hander Will Meehan pitched a no-hitter with 16 strikeouts to lead 12th-seeded Raritan to a 2–0 victory over fifth-seeded Delran in the opening round of the Central Jersey Group baseball tournament on Thursday.Meehan, a Boston College commit, carried a perfect game into the ...
HOLMDEL, N.J. — Filmmakers, industry professionals, and movie enthusiasts from across the region will gather at Bell Works in Holmdel this weekend as the 2026 Monmouth Film Festival (MFF) returns for a three-day celebration of independent film-making, storytelling, and creative ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Township Committee has introduced a bond measure authorizing nearly $2.97 million in funding for a wide range of municipal improvements.Ordinance 2026‑09, introduced at the May 26 Township Committee meeting, covers the acquisition of new or replacement equipment ...
NEWARK, NJ – Senior outside Ryan Klepper produced across the board for sixth-seeded Chatham in its 3-1 boys volleyball win vs. third-seeded Payne Tech in the NJSIAA North Jersey, Group 2 quarterfinals on Friday.“I am beyond proud of these guys and our team, and I hope they are proud of themselves ...
BAYONNE, NJ — Bayonne scored two runs in the bottom of the fourth inning to break a tie and held on for a 3-1 victory over Woodbridge in the quarterfinal round of the NJSIAA North 2, Group 4 baseball tournament on Friday.Chris Lopez pitched six innings for Bayonne (21-8), working out of several ...
BAYONNE, NJ — Bayonne scored two runs in the bottom of the fourth inning to break a tie and held on for a 3-1 victory over Woodbridge in the quarterfinal round of the NJSIAA North 2, Group 4 baseball tournament on Friday.Chris Lopez pitched six innings for Bayonne (21-8), working out of several ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The East Orange Board of Education recognized the district’s 2025-2026 Governor’s Educator of the Year and Educational Services Support Person of the Year nominees during its May 13 meeting, celebrating educators and support professionals whose dedication, leadership, and service ...
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 ...
BASKING RIDGE, NJ — Ridge baseball, your ace has emerged.Junior right-hander Dimitri Romer continued an impressive scoreless stretch of innings with a six-inning three-hitter and went 2-for-3 with an RBI to help lead top-seeded Ridge to a 10-0 mercy-rule victory over eighth-seeded Phillipsburg in ...
CHATHAM, NJ – Before the start of the game, the Middletown North players gathered to watch Chatham pitcher Drew Speace warm up behind the Cougar dugout.During the game, the Lions' batters got a closer view and did a lot of “looking” as the junior left-hander pitched six shutout innings, which ...
TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey Assembly committee has advanced legislation that would require the development of statewide guidelines for how licensed professionals use generative artificial intelligence in their work.The Assembly Regulated Professions Committee recently approved Bill A4731, ...