TOP LOCAL News

May 27, 2026

BLOOMINGDALE, NJ — A woman was hurt and three Bloomingdale police officers were hospitalized following an apartment fire Monday at the Treetop Apartment Complex off Macopin Road, police said in a news release.Officers were dispatched after receiving a 911 call reporting the fire. The caller told ...

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Whether they were facing a challenging opponent in a match or in a tournament filled with teams with considerable talent, the Bloomfield High School golf program never wavered this recently concluded season.The Bengals never wavered in terms of effort, team work, sportsmanship and the willingness ...

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ELIZABETH, NJ — Students from the Thomas A. Edison Career & Technical Academy Safe Driving Club earned statewide recognition during the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey’s “U Got Brains” Champion Schools Program Showcase held on Thursday, May 21.This year, 46 public, private, charter, and ...

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ROBBINSVILE, NJ - Spotswood High School's 10th seeded varsity softball team took on seventh-seeded Robbinsville High School on Tuesday in the first round of the NJSIAA Central Jersey Group Two Tournament. Spotswood got on the scoreboard quickly with a 2-0 lead after one and was up 7-1 by the top of ...

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SHARON SPRINGS – The Village of Sharon Springs held its monthly board meeting on May 21 with no Mayor Paul Novko. Following an uneventful privilege of the floor, it was on to Resolution 22, an allotment of the Village of Sharon Springs Disinfection Byproduct Reduction Project to proceed without ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL — La Fontana Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant in Coral Springs will close after 18 years of operation, the restaurant’s owners announced on Facebook on Wednesday morning.The restaurant, which is owned by Spartaco and Antonio Tare, will serve meals through June 21, which is Father's ...

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TRENTON, NJ - New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and New York Attorney General Letitia James have launched an investigation into FIFA’s ticketing practices for the upcoming 2026 World Cup, following reports that fans may have been misled about seat locations and faced sharply rising ...

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CEDAR GROVE, NJ — Essex County residents will have the opportunity to safely dispose of sensitive documents during Essex County’s upcoming Paper Shredding Day on Saturday, June 6.The free event will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Essex County Public Works Department, located at 99 West ...

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TRENTON, NJ - New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and New York Attorney General Letitia James have launched an investigation into FIFA’s ticketing practices for the upcoming 2026 World Cup, following reports that fans may have been misled about seat locations and faced sharply rising ...

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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — Middlesex County has a study underway to find ways to reduce the risk of future flood damage across ten communities, and the county wants people from these towns to offer input. An increased threat of rising seawater, heavier rainfall, and storm surges due to climate change has ...

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POMPANO BEACH — The local volunteer organization Unity in the Community awarded $18,000 in college scholarships to six local high school graduates at last night's city commission meeting, building on the momentum of its highly successful annual family festival earlier this year.Organizers noted ...

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Running weekly on Saturdays from June 6 to Sept. 26 is Ridgewood's Music in the Park!Taking place from 7:30-9:30 p.m. in Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, all shows are weather permitting and the schedule is subject to change.Here's the full lineup:June 6: The Heartbreak BeatJune ...

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LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Organizers are looking for vendors of all kinds to participate in Little Falls’ annual 4th of July Street Fair, set for Saturday, July 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as the township prepares for the United States 250th anniversary celebration this summer.Hosted by members of Little ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – Rep. Herb Conaway (NJ-3) is holding an kick-off session for students interested in participating in the annual Congressional App Challenge (CAC).Founded in 2015, the Congressional App Challenge was founded in 2015 as a bipartisan initiative by the Congressional Internet Caucus to ...

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CLARK, NJ — Although the Clark Township Memorial Day Parade was cancelled this year due to the weather, a few organizations joined the Clark Volunteer Emergency Squad (CVES) and laid wreaths at the flag pole at Arthur L. Johnson High School. Unlike in previous years, no speeches were given.

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BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ – Sample ballots for the New Jersey Primary Election are on their way to the mailboxes of thousands of Burlington County voters, and election officials are advising those voters to bring them to their polling place to save time checking in.“Sample ballots are important for ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – Rep. Herb Conaway (NJ-3) is holding an kick-off session for students interested in participating in the annual Congressional App Challenge (CAC).Founded in 2015, the Congressional App Challenge was founded in 2015 as a bipartisan initiative by the Congressional Internet Caucus to ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — Rahway Academy proudly celebrates 79 of its scholars who recently attended a special PBSIS-sponsored field trip to The Claridge Theater in Montclair, to view The Giver on Monday, May 4. The opportunity was extended to students who showed exemplary behavior and positive conduct in March ...

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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 ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the following message from Superintendent of Kenilworth Public Schools Jeremy Davies that was recently sent out to families of students attending Harding or Brearley.Dear Kenilworth Parents/Guardians, I hope you and your family had a relaxing holiday weekend. This email ...

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GREENVILLE — What do you love most about Greenville?Take a photo of it and your work could become part of a new tote bag that is being launched by the Greenville Public Library.The library is holding a photography competition to find four images that will be used to create a new tote ...

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PARAMUS, NJ — Learn more about the upcoming Hazardous Waste Collection event in Paramus, including what you can and cannot bring.Collection Information:Date: Sunday, June 7Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Location: Bergen Community College, 400 Paramus Rd.Guidelines:Free of charge for Bergen County residents ...

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COCONUT CREEK, FL — As schools let out for the summer, police plan to have an increased presence at the Promenade at Coconut Creek starting in early June, preparing for a return of the crowds of teenagers that prompted new unaccompanied minor restrictions at the outdoor shopping destination.The ...

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DEERFIELD BEACH, FL - If you've been tracking Thai food in South Florida, Just Thai is the latest, and arguably most compelling, chapter in a lineage that includes About Bangkok, Bow Thai, and Thai Garden out of Coral Springs. It opened in September 2024 in the former China Gourmet space in ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - Located at 630 Boulevard, Kenilworth's hippest laundromat, Bubbles & Baskets recently made the following announcement on their social media page about their next upcoming Karaoke event. “Karaoke is baaacckk!! RSVP required! Click the link in our IG bio or visit ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ — The Garden Club of Hackensack is rallying up for its fifth annual Arts in the Park event!Taking place on Saturday, June 6, at Johnson Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the free public program will bring together local artists, artisans, crafters, families and community organizations to ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ — The Garden Club of Hackensack is rallying up for its fifth annual Arts in the Park event!Taking place on Saturday, June 6, at Johnson Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the free public program will bring together local artists, artisans, crafters, families and community organizations to ...

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RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Students at RCS Middle School put on their annual production, this year showcasing Roald Dahl’s “Matilda Jr. the Musical.”Students took to the stage and worked behind the scenes to put on the annual show.Here are photos from this year’s production, courtesy of the RCS ...

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KENILWORTH, N.J. — The Greater Union Township Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 70th anniversary during its Annual Gala and Installation of Officers at Galloping Hill Caterers. The event brought together local leaders, business owners and community members to commemorate the organization’s history ...

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