TOP LOCAL News
By MEAGAN KANE
May 26, 2026
HAWTHORNE, NJ — The Louis Bay 2nd Library and Community Center hosts events for those of all ages!Here's what is happening this week:Wednesday, May 27Early Voting Day (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.)Lego Club Ages 8-12 (3:30-4:15 p.m.)Overdue Book Club (7-8 p.m.)Thursday, May 28ESL with Kathy (9:30 a.m. to 3 ...
COEYMANS HOLLOW — The Little Red Schoolhouse Historical Society will hold its annual Ice Cream Social on Tuesday, May 26, beginning at 7 p.m., at the schoolhouse museum located on Route 143 in Coeymans Hollow.Three dog handlers from the non-profit RocDog Inc. will bring their dogs and share the ...
Nutley Family Service Bureau thanks The Hunter Family for sponsoring our upcoming event, Rock Hunger, with a $1,000 Bon Jovi Sponsorship.Join us on Saturday, June 6th, at 2:00pm at Old Canal Inn, Nutley, NJ.Get your tickets on our website, NutleyFamily.org
Cambridge Central School District residents voted down the district's $28.1 million budget proposal for 2026-27 on Tuesday, May 19, by a tally of 584 no votes to 554 yes votes. The proposed budget was one of only 28 statewide to not pass on it's first vote. The proposal had included a 12% tax levy ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — A months-long investigation led by the Sayreville Police Department Vice Unit, working alongside multiple law enforcement agencies, resulted in 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 ...
Hunterdon County, NJ - Hunterdon County Division of Senior, Disabilities & Veterans’ Services will host Senior Services Expo on Friday, May 4 at Gauntt Pl., Flemington, NJ on May 29th from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. All the senior center classes are CANCELED on Friday.Expo Schedule:9:30 a.m. Doors ...
Annual Water Quality Report 2025 The Village of Whitehall has released its 2025 Annual Water Quality Report. This overview contains vital information on your drinking water's source, contents, and compliance with State standards. PDF Viewer Open / ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Liberty the Golden retriever is a loving therapy dog ready to hear stories from kids in Pre-K through grade five!Taking place on Thursday, May 28, at the Ridgewood Public Library, leaders note that pre-readers must be able to explain the events happening in a story book, even if ...
SCHOHARIE COUNTY – “We ask that you help us to stand tall and be proud of who we are and respect those who have gone before us,” said Catherine Perrotti in her blessing during the Esperance Memorial Day celebration, encompassing the meaning behind the day’s holiday spirit. Across Schoharie ...
The Nutley Public Library invites the entire Nutley community to once again participate in the Summer Reading Program beginning on June 1, 2026. The Summer Reading Program is a nationally recognized program in which libraries across the country collaborate on a theme to combat “summer slide” and ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – East Windsor residents should take note of changes to the recycling pick-up schedule under a new Shared Services Agreement between the Township and Mercer County.Effective Friday, June 5, 2026, recycling collection for the entire township will change to every other Friday. This ...
FLORENCE, NJ — UPDATE: The final three nights of the Carnival have been canceled after multiple fights broke out on opening night, according to Florence officials. An exciting four nights of fun returns to the area beginning on Wednesday night. The Roebling Carnival is being held from Wednesday, ...
Senior Chase Pasmore reached base a career-high five times on three hits and a pair of walks, drove in four runs and also scored four times while belting a pair of home runs to lead Phillipsburg High School to a 14-2 victory over Warren Hills on May 18.“Chase is probably our most polished hitter,” ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel Police Department (MLPD) is highlighting recent investigations and arrests that have taken place in the Township through its community reporting system.The MLPD rolled out a new feature to its website last year in which residents can sign up to receive a weekly ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The East Brunswick Public Library became a center of cultural celebration on Sunday, April 26, as residents gathered for Sikh Appreciation and Awareness Day, an afternoon filled with music, traditional performances, children’s activities, food and community connection.The event ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — More than 300 community members filled Boca West Country Club last month for an afternoon focused on giving back, supporting families, and helping expand programs for people with special needs across the Boca Raton area.The 11th Annual Shine Like A Star Luncheon, hosted by the ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — The room was full. The music was familiar. And by the time the first notes rang out, so were the smiles.The Lantern Hill Singers recently performed their spring concert for a packed room of residents and family members at Lantern Hill, a senior living community in New ...
MADISON, NJ - The Madison Area YMCA is marking Mental Health Awareness Month by reminding residents that support, connection and care are available throughout the community.Green ribbons displayed around the area serve as a symbol of mental health awareness and a reminder that no one has to ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Memorial Day has long been a time for Berkeley Heights to pause and honor those who have served and gave the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom. This year, the community had the chance to honor one of its own — not just a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, but ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Memorial Day has long been a time for Berkeley Heights to pause and honor those who have served and gave the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom. This year, the community had the chance to honor one of its own — not just a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, but ...
NUTLEY, NJ - The Nutley Public Library reopened on Tuesday, May 26, following several months of repairs and restoration following a water leak.On Feb. 9, the Nutley Free Public Library sustained extensive water damage when a sprinkler system pipe above the ceiling of the teen's room on the second ...
TRENTON – Attorney General Jennifer Davenport today announced key measures the Department of Law and Public Safety (LPS) is taking to help ensure a safe and fair 2026 primary election. The Department’s efforts to protect the right to vote will once again include a Voter Protection Initiative to ...
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, ...
Mayor John V. Kelly, III and the Nutley Department of Public Affairs and Health are pleased to announce a third Trivia Night event planned for Thursday, May 28, 2026, from 6pm-9pm at Luna Wood Fire Tavern, 223 Franklin Avenue in Nutley. Reservations are strongly recommended. Please call (973) ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - Monday through Friday, the South Brunswick Senior Center has got it going on. There is a full menu of activities available and a busy fitness center for the township's 55-plus residents. Two years ago, the South Brunswick Pickleball Club joined the senior center's already busy ...
RAHWAY, NJ — On Wednesday, May 20, Relay for Life of Rahway held its annual Survivor Dinner at the Gran Centurions in Clark. It was Relay's 10th anniversary in Rahway.The evening served as the penultimate affair prior to the annual Relay for Life event, which takes place this year on Saturday, June ...
CLARK, NJ — The Township of Clark has announced the opportunity for residents to dispose of unwanted electronic equipment in the month of May.Drop-off is at the Department of Public Works (DPW) garage behind the Clark Police Department, located at 315 Westfield Ave.The date for the drop-off is ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Opportunities for young girls in ice hockey have been growing for years, but what about adult women? Some women who may have wanted to learn how to play hockey growing up, but weren't able to because of rink availability or other reasons can lace up the skates and grab a stick ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ — State school performance data for the 2024-2025 school year has been released by the New Jersey Department of Education, with local school leaders in Hanover Township and Hanover Park Regional saying the reports are one of several tools used to monitor district progress and ...
PARAMUS, NJ — A Bergen County Chapel is bringing a 48,000 square-foot church to Paramus.Making the move from Teaneck, Grace Community Chapel will soon open a new, expanded campus at 156 Forest Avenue. The company managing the construction and providing architectural and engineering services, ...