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By TAPINTO RARITAN BAY STAFF
May 26, 2026
SAYREVILLE — A months-long investigation by the Sayreville Police Department Vice Unit, working with multiple law enforcement agencies, has brought the arrest of a Jackson woman and the seizure of more than $100,000 in cash and other assets tied to an alleged prostitution and money laundering ...
NEWARK - The Forest Hill Community Association is bringing back its Historic Forest Hill House & Garden Tour from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, in Newark's North Ward. The tour will have 12 stops that feature a variety of distinctive architectural treasures, including a house of ...
PARKLAND, FL- Stoneman Douglas High School seniors, staff, families, and friends are busy preparing for the MSD Graduation Ceremony, which will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday afternoon, June 1, 2026, at the Hard Rock Live auditorium at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino.The MSD Class of 2026 is the second ...
BELMAR, NJ – Belmar Elementary School is already thinking about the upcoming school year by seeking full-time instructional paraprofessionals to support students across its special education programs.The positions offer community members an opportunity to become directly involved in the school ...
SHARON SPRINGS – At the Village of Sharon Springs meeting on May 21, the board—minus Mayor Paul Novko—discussed fees for the Sharon Springs Joint Planning Board, as Secretary Ron Ketelsen requested back pay for his attendance at meetings.Essentially, Ketelsen, as the secretary, attends joint ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The inaugural Greater Asbury Park Black History Soirée is set to bring the community together for an evening of celebration, culture, and reflection on Friday, May 29, at the Historic Westside Community Center.The event, organized by Greater Asbury Park, will take place from 6 ...
WARREN, NJ — Watchung Hills advanced to the semifinal round of the NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 tournament with a strong 4-1 victory over Bayonne on Tuesday. The Warriors won four of the five matches to improve to 9-12 on the season and continue their postseason run. At first singles, ...
WARREN, NJ — Watchung Hills advanced to the semifinal round of the NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 tournament with a strong 4-1 victory over Bayonne on Tuesday. The Warriors won four of the five matches to improve to 9-12 on the season and continue their postseason run. At first singles, ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — The room was filled with people who understand, in the most personal of ways, why organ donation matters. On the evening of May 20, the NJ Sharing Network gathered volunteers, donor families, transplant recipients, and community partners at its New Providence headquarters to ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — The room was filled with people who understand, in the most personal of ways, why organ donation matters. On the evening of May 20, the NJ Sharing Network gathered volunteers, donor families, transplant recipients, and community partners at its New Providence headquarters to ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY - Early voting for June 2nd's New Jersey Primary Election has begun today, 5/26.For all voters who do not vote by mail or do choose to vote on Election Day; early, in-person voting will be conducted from Tuesday, May 26, through Sunday, May 31. Designated polling locations will be ...
LONG BRANCH, N.J. — Long Branch will celebrate Pride Month with an evening of live music, community spirit, and entertainment at “Pride in the Park” on Friday, June 12, 2026.The event will take place at 6 p.m. at West End Park on Brighton Avenue and will feature a live performance by Des and the ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Learning came to life for Children on the Green Pre-K students during a recent visit to one of Morris Street’s newest restaurants, Sabores Latinos.The restaurant, which opened in early April, serves Latin American cuisine in a colorful and welcoming atmosphere. During the visit, ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The South Brunswick Police Department is advising township residents via a Nixle of a large event taking place at Rowland Park on Wednesday, May 27 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Drivers are being advised to plan an alternate route if possible or plan for extra time when driving near ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ — Zadies Bake Shop has officially reopened its doors after the July 2024 fire destroyed its former shop on Fair Lawn Avenue.On May 26, 2026, Congressman Josh Gottheimer joined community members, local leaders, and the Steinberg family to celebrate the grand reopening of Zadies Bake ...
MADISON, NJ - The Madison Mayor and Council are scheduled to meet Wednesday, May 27, with affordable housing regulations, the 2025 municipal audit and several consent agenda items up for discussion.The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Committee Room, with the council expected to enter closed ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ — Phillipsburg High School added another proud chapter to its athletic tradition Tuesday, as 37 seniors announced their college commitments during the school’s Spring Signing Day event.While National Signing Day once centered on NCAA Division I and II athletes signing National ...
MIDLAND PARK, NJ - High School students rose from their seats in class at 2 p.m. on Friday, April 24, 2026, and headed outdoors to the new red paved track. Music blasted from the speakers, hyping the students up for a beautiful day outside. They gathered, as a school, and began their trek. They ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - The Borough recommends that motorists avoid 29th Street and/or drive with caution so they don’t kick up the loose stones that may have been left behind during the milling process. From now until June 5, 2026, Tilcon paving company is milling 29th Street, according to a borough ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ – Sayreville teams remained active in conference tournaments and postseason competition this past week:Flag FootballThe Sayreville flag football team advanced to the semifinal round of the 2026 Big Central Conference Tournament with a 25-20 victory over Hunterdon Central on ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Broad Commons Park in Doylestown will host a “big community sing” this Saturday afternoon to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday. The event, which will take place at 4 p.m., will feature Grammy-nominated singer Moira Smiley, who is known for performing with the Irish-American band ...
Teachers deserve all the sweetness this week Mindy's Munchies in Morristown is OPENTuesday - Friday 11am - 6pmSaturday 11am - 4pm Sunday 12pm - 4pm Mindy's Munchies is located at 22 Schuyler Place, Morristown NJ 07960 Due to the construction on the street, Mindy's Munchies will provide curbside ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ – Residents should be aware of the following updates and notices from Hanover Township boards and agencies:Board of Adjustment - Meeting to be Held by ZoomThe Hanover Township Board of Adjustment announced its June 2, 2026 meeting at 6:30 p.m. will be conducted through a Zoom ...
Princeton, NJ - Pride month will kick off in Princeton on Friday, May 29, at noon with a Pride Flag Raising Ceremony at Monument Park. Pride events in Princeton are free and open to the public.Other Pride events next month include the following:Pride on the Plaza — Friday, June 5, from 6:30 to 9 ...
COBLESKILL – In the May 19 Village of Cobleskill meeting, Village Attorney Joanne Darcy Crum announced that the PILOT (Payment In Lieu Of Taxes) agreement for Stoneview Apartments is coming up for renewal. Stoneview has received two previous PILOTs, totaling 30 years in such an agreement. “I’m ...
Teachers deserve all the sweetness this week Mindy's Munchies in Morristown is OPENTuesday - Friday 11am - 6pmSaturday 11am - 4pm Sunday 12pm - 4pm Mindy's Munchies is located at 22 Schuyler Place, Morristown NJ 07960 Due to the construction on the street, Mindy's Munchies will provide curbside ...
ELIZABETH, NJ - Residents are invited to celebrate Portuguese culture, pride, and community during the upcoming Portuguese parade and festival scheduled for Sunday, June 7, in Elizabeth.The parade will begin at 2 p.m. and travel down Elizabeth Avenue, bringing together community members, ...
NEWARK - Federal officers used pepper spray on protesters outside Delaney Hall in Newark on Memorial Day following days of escalating tensions and denial of New Jersey’s governor to tour the immigrant detention facility. Roughly 300 immigrant detainees allegedly went on a Memorial Day weekend ...
CEDAR GROVE, NJ — Rides, games, food, and family fun will return to Cedar Grove as St. Catherine of Siena RC Church hosts its annual carnival from May 28 through May 31.The four-day community event will take place at St. Catherine of Siena Church, located at 339 Pompton Avenue, and will feature ...
Memorial Day weekend may prompt visions of the red poppy known as Flanders or corn poppy (Papaver rhoeas). This beautiful flower inspired the poem In Flanders Field written by the Canadian doctor Lt. Colonel John McCrae who ran a field hospital during World War I.The red poppy continues to ...