TOP LOCAL News
By ILMAR VANDERER
May 26, 2026
MONTCLAIR, NJ — Two enduring legal maxims contend that “Justice delayed is justice denied” while “Justice hurried is justice buried.” An effective judiciary depends on balancing both — resolving cases in a reasonable time while protecting due process and careful deliberation. Yet repeated delays ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ – The Woodbridge softball team advanced in the first round of the NJSIAA North 2, Group 4 tournament with an 11-1 victory over Union on Tuesday.Madelyn Brenner pitched a five-inning two-hitter with seven strikeouts and no walks and went 1-for-3 with a run batted in for Woodbridge ...
MAPLEWOOD, N.J.- On Monday, May 25, 2026, the township remembered and honored MEMORIAL DAY, the federal holiday dedicated to the military men and women who gave their lives to protect our freedom and way of life. The first Memorial Day, originally called DECORATION DAY, was observed on May 30, ...
Detectives are asking for the public’s help in locating the suspect. We have the story.We also covered a very solemn ceremony today for the DOT supervisor from Hoosick Falls, struck down on the job last year.We have some news and notes about heroes, new places to eat and the longest tenured fire ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — The Coconut Creek City Commission routinely reads proclamations during its meetings to recognize a myriad of causes, individuals or events, but Thursday’s meeting agenda has one that carries personal meaning for one of its members.The commission plans to proclaim May as Bladder ...
BOCA RATON, FL — A Boca Raton man found himself behind bars after allegedly attacking employees at Boca Raton Regional Hospital.According to a Boca Raton police report, Joseph Eric Dumbroff, 36, accompanied his wife to the emergency room at about 9 p.m. on May 17. When a nurse went to hand ...
Renss LensTROY – Police are asking for the public’s help in locating 35-year-old Kean Wiggins of Albany, who they wish to speak to in connection with the May 6 shooting of Shardonay Tice, also of Albany. The 34-year-old Tice succumbed to her injuries on May 11, turning the case into homicide ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Despite gray skies and periods of rain, Piscataway residents, veterans, elected officials, and community members gathered Monday to honor the nation’s fallen heroes during Memorial Day ceremonies held at the Veterans Memorial in Possumtown Park and outside American Legion Post ...
Renss LensDEFREESTVILLE – On May 29 last year, Hoosick Falls Fire Chief and NYS Department of Transportation (DOT) Supervisor Robert Bornt was struck by a vehicle while at a highway construction site in Pittstown. He died at the Albany Medical Center the following morning.On Tuesday, May 27, ...
NEWTON, NJ – The Town of Newton Recreation and Senior Services is offering Mah Jong at a new location beginning June 2. On Tuesdays from 1 to 3 p.m. all ages are welcome to play at Liberty Towers at 32 Liberty Street. No registration is required. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by ...
SPARTA, NJ – Twelve students received checks from the Ralph Rojas Scholarship fund at a dinner hosted at the Sparta VFW on Main Street. The recipients were selected by the scholarship committee based on the scholastic record, military service connections and their essay according to committee chair ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Somerset Patriots walked off the New Hampshire Fisher Cats 8-7 at TD Bank Ballpark on Tuesday evening. The walk-off win was Somerset’s third of the season and pulls the Patriots to one game back of first place in the Northeast Division. It was the first walk-off win for ...
ISELIN, NJ – Senior center fielder Grant Lorentzen went 2-for-3 in the JFK-Iselin baseball team's 9-1 loss to Middletown North, enabling him to surpass 100 career hits.Lorentzen, who will play both baseball and football at The College of New Jersey, has 101 career hits now. He recently surpassed ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Somerset Patriots walked off the New Hampshire Fisher Cats 8-7 at TD Bank Ballpark on Tuesday evening. The walk-off win was Somerset’s third of the season and pulls the Patriots to one game back of first place in the Northeast Division. It was the first walk-off win for ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Franklin Township Council adopted the township’s 2026 municipal budget Tuesday night, approving a 7% increase in the municipal tax levy as officials pointed to rising labor, insurance and utility costs while arguing the township’s long-term tax growth has remained below ...
NEPTUNE, NJ — In a spectacular display of depth, speed, and field dominance, the Southern Regional High School girls' track and field team captured the 2026 Shore Conference Championship in emphatic fashion.The Rams completely outpaced the competition, racking up a massive team score of 105 points.
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ – The Columbia softball team advanced in the first round of the NJSIAA North 2, Group 4 tournament with a 12-1 victory over Ferris of Jersey City on Tuesday.Claire Shupe (3 innings, 2 hits) and Alison Kelly (2 innings, no hits) combined on a five-inning two-hitter for Columbia ...
NEPTUNE, NJ — In a spectacular display of depth, speed, and field dominance, the Southern Regional High School girls' track and field team captured the 2026 Shore Conference Championship in emphatic fashion.The Rams completely outpaced the competition, racking up a massive team score of 105 points.
LIVINGSTON, NJ – The Livingston boys tennis team advanced to the semifinal round of the NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 1, Group 4 tournament on Tuesday with a 5-0 sweep of Memorial of West New York.At first singles, Dennis Wang earned a 6–1, 6–1 victory over Andres Lopez. Ayaan Jayanty followed with ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ – The Colonia softball team advanced in the first round of the NJSIAA North 2, Group 3 tournament with a 3-0 victory over Somerville on Tuesday.Mariella Spina pitched a two-hitter for Colonia (11-15) with six strikeouts and one walk in seven innings.Hailey Conklin went 2-for-3 with ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Early voting for candidates in New Jersey's June 2 Primary has begun at the township Municipal Building, with township residents and those living elsewhere in Somerset County welcome to cast their ballots beginning Tuesday, May 26 through Sunday, May 31.Hours are Monday-Saturday, ...
MONTVILLE, NJ – Montville residents, veterans, police, firefighters, EMTs and dignitaries commemorated Memorial Day on May 25 at a meaningful event that highlighted the semiquincentennial while spotlighting local talent.In celebration of our nation’s 250th anniversary, a 1700s flavor was added to ...
ROXBURY, NJ – After more than three decades at the helm of the Roxbury Fire Prevention Bureau, recently retired Roxbury Fire Official Mike Pellek received an emotional sendoff Tuesday night from township officials who praised his dedication, leadership and compassion.Mike PellekDuring the Roxbury ...
SPARTA, NJ – Twelve students received checks from the Ralph Rojas Scholarship fund at a dinner hosted at the Sparta VFW on Main Street. The recipients were selected by the scholarship committee based on the scholastic record, military service connections and their essay according to committee chair ...
Grafton Fire Department InstallationThe members and the public gathered at Greywacke Meadows in town recently to install their officers and hold their annual dinner and evening of music and dancing. Chief Jim Goyer remains at the helm, beginning his 47th year as Chief, the longest tenured fire ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — The South Brunswick boys tennis team advanced to the Central Jersey Group 4 semifinals with a 5-0 sweep of Monroe on Tuesday.At first singles, Anay Gupta outlasted Rinav Guntaka in a 4-6, 6-1, 10-6 comeback that set the tone for South Brunswick (12-4). Oliver Chen defeated ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – The East Brunswick softball team advanced in the first round of the NJSIAA Central Jersey, Group 4 tournament with a 4-0 victory over Freehold Township on Tuesday.Christina Lee pitched a two-hitter, struck out six and walked none in seven innings.East Brunswick (18-9) scored ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - Residents still have a few more days to view the current featured artist exhibit on display at Hanover Township Municipal Hall before the show closes at the end of May.The Hanover Township Cultural Arts Committee’s April and May exhibit featuring artist Joan Speare remains ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out.Chicken Picatta served with Veggies & Roasted Potatoes $15.50Roast Turkey Wrap Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato and Chipotle Mayo served with FF $15.50Homemade Chicken Salad w/Apples & ...
MILLBURN, NJ – The Millburn baseball team will head into the state tournament with some momentum after defeating Somerset County Tournament champion Watchung Hills, 12-5, on Senior Day in the last regular season game on Tuesday.Sawyer Stein went 2-for-4 with an RBI for Millburn (12-14), which ...