TOP LOCAL News
By TELINA CUPPARI
May 25, 2026
KENILWORTH, NJ - On Tuesday, May 19, just outside the borough before the scheduled planning board meeting, a rally was held to protest the 1.8 billion dollar data center that is set to open at the old Merck & Co building. The project is located at the Northeast Science and Technology Center ...
RAVENA — Residents gathered outside VFW Post 9594 on Memorial Day to honor the men and women who died in military service, with the ceremony reflecting on sacrifice, courage and the enduring spirit of service shared by both military personnel and first responders.Past Commander Ten Eyck Powell ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - Spring road improvement projects are continuing in June. The latest roadway improvement work was announced via a press release from South Brunswick Township Public Affairs Coordinator Jennifer Poppy last week. Residents may want to plan ahead since the next milling, paving and ...
Nothing beats a cool, creamy dessert on a hot summer day. We’ve got a customizable recipe for no-churn ice cream that starts with two simple ingredients.The trick to making ice cream without an ice cream maker? Folding in fluffy whipped cream.For the base, you need a 14-oz. can of sweetened ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - Spring road improvement projects are continuing in June. The latest roadway improvement work was announced via a press release from South Brunswick Township Public Affairs Coordinator Jennifer Poppy last week. Residents may want to plan ahead since the next milling, paving and ...
CLARK, NJ — Primary elections will take place on Tuesday, June 2. In the Township of Clark, there are a number of candidates running for elected office. TAPinto Clark reached out to the candidates, offering them the opportunity to share their positions, platforms, and ideas with residents.The Clark ...
POMPANO BEACH — More than 250 residents gathered near Atlantic Boulevard on Monday morning for a somber procession and memorial service to honor fallen service members on Memorial Day.The crowd participated in a short walk and flag-draped procession to the Pompano Beach Cemetery. Participants then ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The Hawthorne Council adopted a resolution on May 20 urging Trenton to address mounting health plan costs on municipalities.At the meeting, borough officials noted that rising medical insurance costs underlie this year’s school budget tax hike. On April 27, the Hawthorne Board of ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — One of Westfield’s most confusing intersections received some initial improvements last week after a change in leadership at the New Jersey Department of Transportation and a nudge from Westfield town officials.Mayor Jeremy Berman reported the progress in his opening remarks to the ...
DELRAN, NJ —Families of our nation’s veterans are invited to attend an upcoming information session next month focused on survivor benefits and available support services through the New Jersey Department of Veterans Affairs.The Survivor Benefits Information Brief will take place on Monday, June ...
TRENTON, NJ – When the Trenton Ironhawks take the ice at Cure Arena for their inaugural hockey season, they will do so under a National Hockey League (NHL) affiliation agreement with the New York Islanders. As previously reported by TAPinto East Windsor/Hightstown, the team will play at the CURE ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY - HABcore, Inc., the Jersey Shore’s largest provider of permanent, supportive housing, is proud to announce the honorees for its 2026 Homes for the Brave Gala.Celebrating courage and resilience after homelessness, this annual event recognizes individuals and leaders whose ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Monday morning, the City of Plainfield held its annual Memorial Day Ceremony. Due to wet weather, it was held in the Elizabeth Urquhart Library instead of Black Lives Matter Plaza.“We do this with a commitment to honor those that have given the ultimate sacrifice,” said ...
TRENTON – Governor Sherrill declared New Jersey in a State of Emergency, effective immediately, following the conclusion of loss assessments conducted to evaluate agricultural damages from prolonged freezing temperatures that impacted the State between April 19 and April 22. The assessments, ...
The Back Deck concert series returns with an electrifying 2026 lineup that transforms summer nights into unforgettable celebrations of jazz, classical, soul, and gospel under the stars. Developed by Producer Gregory Burrus, this year’s lineup brings together Grammy winners, internationally ...
CLARK, NJ — This year at Valley Road School, Mrs. Christina Warnick and Ms. Juliana Cannata created an exciting new opportunity for third-grade students called Cursive Club. Students were encouraged to optionally join during lunch and recess to strengthen their cursive handwriting skills through ...
NEWARK, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill wants federal authorities to allow state inspections at Delaney Hall after roughly 300 immigrant detainees went on a hunger strike that began Friday to protest deplorable, inhumane conditions.On Memorial Day, Gov. Sherrill was personally denied access to the federal ...
ALBANY—St. Catherine’s Center for Children is continuing to expand its community-based services across the Capital Region and Hudson Valley as the needs facing children and families grow increasingly complex.The Albany-based nonprofit, which traces its roots to 1886, has evolved from its early days ...
SHARON SPRINGS – The Captain Christian Brown Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, presented the Excellence in Historic Preservation certificate and medal to Hunter Bolster of Sharon Springs on May 4 in the Sharon Springs Free Library Community Room.The mission of DAR is ...
Basking Ridge, NJ — Bernards Township’s annual Memorial Day Parade was held as planned this morning in downtown Basking Ridge after residents spent much of the morning closely watching uncertain weather conditions.Despite early concerns about possible rain, the weather ultimately cooperated, ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit boys tennis doesn’t frame its season around individual results or standout moments. Instead, the Hilltoppers have built a 17-1 campaign on something more durable — a team-first identity that has carried them into the NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 2, Group 3 quarterfinals.That ...
CRANFORD, NJ — One month after the Cranford Police Department announced the installation of SafetyStick® technology in targeted no-parking zones downtown, residents and business owners continue adjusting to the new enforcement system as township officials emphasize its role in improving pedestrian ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Township of Nutley Commissioners Thomas Evans, Mauro Tucci, Mayor John Kelly, Dr. Joseph Scarpelli, and Alphonse Petracco gathered at the firefighter memorial before the 105th Nutley Memorial Day Parade. TAPinto Nutley will have additional coverage and photos from the parade. Remember.
BERGEN COUNTY, NJ - Avoid the lines - vote early in the 2026 Primary Election. There are nine locations in Bergen County to vote.Early voting will take place from May 26 through May 31, 2026.Please note the revised location on the campus of Bergen Community College in Paramus, as well as an updated ...
NEW JERSEY — New Jersey residents who use e-bikes and e-scooters in the state should be aware of significant new regulations now in effect that are aimed at improving safety and accountability on local roads.According to guidance shared by local law enforcement, the updated rules introduce new ...
TRENTON, NJ – When the Trenton Ironhawks take the ice at Cure Arena for their inaugural hockey season, they will do so under a National Hockey League (NHL) affiliation agreement with the New York Islanders. As previously reported by TAPinto East Windsor/Hightstown, the team will play at the CURE ...
Clinton, NJ – On Thursday, May 21st, Unity Bank's headquarters and branch at 64 Old Highway 22 was the setting for a special reception, celebration and networking event as the Washington Crossing Council of Scouting America was proud to present its 2026 Hunterdon Leadership Award to Unity Bank's ...
NORTH CALDWELL, NJ — West Essex High School has announced that seniors Talia Machin and Siena Jacobs have been named the Class of 2024 Valedictorian and Salutatorian, respectively. Both students were formally recognized at the Essex County Academic Awards Ceremony held May 12 in Belleville.The ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Board of Education approved several personnel changes at its May 11 meeting, including three staff appointments for the 2026–27 school year and one district resignation.The board appointed Helen Aguirre as a Pre-Kindergarten Teacher at James Caldwell Elementary ...
NATIONAL – 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 ...