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May 25, 2026

POMPANO BEACH — A Monday morning stabbing in Pompano Beach left one man hospitalized and a woman in custody on an attempted murder charge, authorities said.Broward County Regional Communications received a report of a stabbing at approximately 6:17 a.m. in the 1900 block of Northwest 24th Street, ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — Residents are invited to join local veterans and community members as South Plainfield honors the nation’s fallen service members during its annual Memorial Day observances on Monday, May 25.Hosted by Chaumont Post 243, the day’s events will include a series of wreath-laying ...

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - It has been an exciting season on the track for South Plainfield High School. Earlier this spring, the Tigers boys and girls track and field teams earned the 2026 Greater Middlesex Conference White Division title with a stellar performance. To make the championship even more ...

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TOTOWA, NJ - Residents, veterans, elected officials and community members gathered in Totowa on Memorial Day for the borough’s annual ceremony and picnic at American Legion Post 227, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.The annual observance served as ...

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BELMAR, NJ – The Borough of Belmar has officially launched a search for a new Certified Municipal Finance Officer (CMFO), marking another major leadership transition for the borough as Mayor Gerald Buccafusco is also set to resign effective July 1.The employment posting, released recently, seeks a ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ -- The Memorial Day ceremony at the Bernardine May American Legion Post 457 at 10:45 a.m. on Monday, May 25 paid tribute to deceased service members.  The ceremony had a successful attendance, including local and county officials, and was followed by a joint ceremony at the Free ...

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A driver whose SUV was crushed beneath a tractor-trailer was extricated following a chain-reaction crash that also damaged a state trooper's vehicle on westbound Route 80 in Elmwood Park, New Jersey State Police said.The trooper's unoccupied cruiser was parked behind a tow truck transporting a ...

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NEPTUNE CITY - Council member Kim Karalovich, whose term began in January of 2025, has submitted her resignation from Neptune City Council, TAPinto has learned.TAPinto has reached out to Ms. Karalovich for comment and will update this developing story if a comment is received.Neptune City Mayor ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — At one point early into the May 18th Candidates Night hosted by the Rahway branch of the NAACP, Cynthia Goodman, the branch president, interjected to clarify the purpose of the evening's gathering in the context of the June 2nd primary, noting that the four Democratic candidates ...

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SHARON SPRINGS – The Captain Christian Brown Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution in Cobleskill held their annual dinner meeting on May 7 at the American Hotel in Sharon Springs. Following the dinner, they presented two awards to 41-year member Joan Sondergaard. The first ...

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HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The rain did not stop the community from lining the streets on Monday, May 25, 2026, for the 104th Annual Hightstown Memorial Day Parade, a tradition that continues to bring residents together in remembrance of those who served and sacrificed for the country.This year’s parade also ...

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WARREN, NJ - Despite the weather and rain delay, hundreds of residents lined the parade route to honor those who have fought and died for our nation at the annual Warren Township Memorial Day Parade on Monday.SEE PARADE HERE And HEREFollowing the parade, a wreath-laying ceremony was conducted at ...

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JEFFERSON, NJ - Jefferson Township community members gathered for the town’s annual Memorial  Day Parade on May 25. Despite the rain, families and residents came together to honor those who gave their lives serving the United States.The procession commenced at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church and ...

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STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Shamong woman is facing multiple drug charges following a late-night traffic stop in Manahawkin earlier this month, police said.Kimberly Deridder, 56, of East Stokes Road, was arrested early Thursday, May 14, after authorities reportedly discovered approximately 23 grams ...

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NEW BRUNSWICK – The fierce fighting depicted in the lyrics of  “The Star-Spangled Banner” took on new meaning for Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Ava L. Washington after she was in the thick of the battle while serving in Afghanistan – a place from which, she said, she didn’t expect to come back.The ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Early voting for the 2026 Primary Election will take place on Tuesday May 26 through Sunday May 31. The Primary Election will take place on June 2, 2026.Hours:Tuesday through Saturday: 10am - 8pmSunday: 10am - 6pmEarly voting locations can be found below: Boonton Township ...

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NUTLEY, NJ - Did you miss Nutley's 105th Memorial Day Parade? Take a look at our photos from our vantage point on Chestnut St. 

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NEWARK — Gov. Mikie Sherrill wants federal authorities to allow state inspections at Delaney Hall after roughly 300 immigrant detainees went on a Memorial Day weekend hunger strike to protest its reportedly deplorable, inhumane conditions.“I’m deeply disturbed by reports of the poor conditions at ...

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NEWARK — Gov. Mikie Sherrill wants federal authorities to allow state inspections at Delaney Hall after roughly 300 immigrant detainees went on a Memorial Day weekend hunger strike to protest its reportedly deplorable, inhumane conditions.“I’m deeply disturbed by reports of the poor conditions at ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Early voting for the 2026 Primary Election will take place on Tuesday May 26 through Sunday May 31. The Primary Election will take place on June 2, 2026.Hours:Tuesday through Saturday: 10am - 8pmSunday: 10am - 6pmEarly voting locations can be found below: Boonton Township ...

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ROSELLE, NJ  —  Residents arrived at Roselle Memorial Library for an indoor ceremony to commemorate the country and Roselle’s fallen military soldiers for Memorial Day on May 25.Originally scheduled as a Memorial Day parade that was set to start at East 2nd Ave and Harrison Ave and end at the ...

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MADISON, NJ - The Madison Community Pool opened for the 2026 season this weekend, marking both the start of summer and a new chapter for the longtime community institution.The pool, which has been a Madison summer tradition since 1968, is now owned and operated by the Borough of Madison after years ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Members of the Paterson Veterans Council joined Mayor Andre Sayegh, local officials and residents Monday for Paterson’s annual Memorial Day ceremony, honoring military members who died in service to the United States.“This is not a day to celebrate, but a day to commemorate,” Sayegh ...

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MORRISTOWN- It started with a dream to produce exceptional, award-winning wines in a place where the ground is fertile, and the trees are so tall they almost reach heaven.The dream has come to fruition: the winery is Wentworth Vineyards in California. The vintner, Mark Wentworth, introduced himself ...

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NEWARK — Gov. Mikie Sherrill wants federal authorities to allow state inspections at Delaney Hall after roughly 300 immigrant detainees went on a Memorial Day weekend hunger strike to protest its reportedly deplorable, inhumane conditions.“I’m deeply disturbed by reports of the poor conditions at ...

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