Press Releases

May 11, 2026

BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — A celebration of Thai-American heritage is coming to Lower Columbia Park this week, bringing together local families, businesses, and community leaders for an afternoon of food, culture, and connection.The Thai Jersey Cultural Picnic is scheduled for Sunday, May 17, from 1 ...

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Primary Care at Elizabeth, a RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group practice, focuses on delivering comprehensive, efficient, high-quality care with its four dedicated providers. The practice prides itself on a personable approach, ensuring every patient receives empathetic and individualized ...

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You call every day. Sometimes twice. You ask how they're doing, whether they ate, if they took their medication. And every day, you get some version of the same answer: "Everything's fine. Don't worry about me."You hang up and you feel a little better. For about ten minutes. Then the worry creeps ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — The Berkeley Heights Fire Department is hosting an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner next Saturday, May 16, from 6 to 9 p.m. at 411 Hamilton Ave., with all proceeds benefiting the department.The event is open to the entire community and offers both sit-down and takeaway ...

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Meet RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group provider, Colleen Little, DO, Family Medicine. Dr. Little’s approach combines evidence-based science and holistic insight. In practice, that can include reviewing prescriptions, recommending supplements, discussing nutrition and movement, or using osteopathic ...

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SUMMIT, NJ – MAY 2026 – Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center recently began performing a new procedure that helps reduce high blood pressure by calming overactive nerves near the kidneys.Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in November 2023, the Symplicity Spyral™ renal ...

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BRIDGEWATER-RARITAN — What started as a simple idea two years ago has blossomed into a non-profit making waves across the country. Empower3D, founded by Mithun Chigurupati, a junior at Somerset County Vocational and Technical High School, with support from Harish Ramakrishnan, a student at ...

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SUMMIT, NJ – MAY 2026 – Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center recently began performing a new procedure that helps reduce high blood pressure by calming overactive nerves near the kidneys.Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in November 2023, the Symplicity Spyral™ renal ...

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SUMMIT, NJ – MAY 2026 – Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center recently began performing a new procedure that helps reduce high blood pressure by calming overactive nerves near the kidneys.Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in November 2023, the Symplicity Spyral™ renal ...

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The second weekend in May is always a little crazy in our family. My dad and brother-in-law share a birthday - May 9th. Then, of course, comes Mother’s Day on Sunday, a day I love celebrating my mom and sister. And selfishly, a little bit myself too, because there is nothing better than feeling the ...

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The second weekend in May is always a little crazy in our family. My dad and brother-in-law share a birthday - May 9th. Then, of course, comes Mother’s Day on Sunday, a day I love celebrating my mom and sister. And selfishly, a little bit myself too, because there is nothing better than feeling the ...

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SUMMIT, NJ – Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center recently began performing a new procedure that helps reduce high blood pressure by calming overactive nerves near the kidneys.Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in November 2023, the Symplicity Spyral™ renal denervation (RDN) ...

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The Actors Studio of New Jersey is thrilled to announce its 2026 main stageseason, bringing five vibrant productions to the Dunellen Theatre stage as part of its residency partnership with the venue. The season features Rock of Ages, The Lightning Thief, Mean Girls, Sweeney Todd, and Once Upon a ...

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BEDMINSTER, N.J. — The Show Me Your Heart Foundation, widely known as the SMYH Foundation, marked its 10th anniversary on Friday, May 1, with its annual Kentucky Derby Hat Luncheon at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey, bringing together community leaders, supporters, artists and ...

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SUMMIT, NJ – MAY 2026 – Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center recently began performing a new procedure that helps reduce high blood pressure by calming overactive nerves near the kidneys.Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in November 2023, the Symplicity Spyral™ renal ...

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SUMMIT, NJ – MAY 2026 – Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center recently began performing a new procedure that helps reduce high blood pressure by calming overactive nerves near the kidneys.Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in November 2023, the Symplicity Spyral™ renal ...

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Mother Seton Regional High School senior Kimberly Yaro was honored on the evening of Thursday, May 7, at the Scholarship Fund for Inner-City Children (SFIC) Gala, where she was recognized as a recipient of an SFIC scholarship and invited to share her story with guests, donors, educators, and ...

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Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center recently began performing a new procedure that helps reduce high blood pressure by calming overactive nerves near the kidneys.Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in November 2023, the Symplicity Spyral™ renal denervation (RDN) system ...

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SUMMIT, NJ – MAY 2026 – Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center recently began performing a new procedure that helps reduce high blood pressure by calming overactive nerves near the kidneys.Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in November 2023, the Symplicity Spyral™ renal ...

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Hunterdon Health Foundation is pleased to announce it has been awarded its first-ever $5,000 grant from the Connie Dwyer Breast Cancer Foundation (CDBCF). The funding will support the expansion of a targeted outreach and navigation program dedicated to serving underprivileged and vulnerable women ...

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SUMMIT, NJ – MAY 2026 – Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center recently began performing a new procedure that helps reduce high blood pressure by calming overactive nerves near the kidneys.Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in November 2023, the Symplicity Spyral™ renal ...

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BRICK, N.J. — Brick-based Marquis Health Consulting Services has been named among America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces for Culture, Belonging & Community 2026. The Newsweek ranking recognizes companies that have made an inclusive workplace environment the foundation of their organizational ...

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OLEAN, NY — Nikita McCoy keeps going.  When giving up would be easy, maybe even reasonable, she continues to move forward. She feels too much support, too many people behind her, not to keep charging ahead. It comes from her four children, her husband and his two children, and the faculty and staff ...

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BRICK, N.J. — Brick-based Marquis Health Consulting Services has been named among America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces for Culture, Belonging & Community 2026. The Newsweek ranking recognizes companies that have made an inclusive workplace environment the foundation of their organizational ...

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LAMBERTVILLE, N.J. — South Hunterdon Regional School District (SHRSD) is proud to announce the launch of its new Career Pathways Program, set to debut in the 2026–2027 school year. This bold initiative is designed to provide every student with a purposeful, personalized roadmap from 9th grade ...

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On May 1, 2026, Bergen Arts & Sciences Charter High School kicked off Mental Health Awareness Month with a visit from Miss New Jersey 2025 Belle Nichols.  Belle is a third year graduate student in clinical psychology at Widener University and founder of Shout our Struggle, a mental health ...

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Local parents are invited to offer input about their families’ needs, challenges, and concerns, as well as suggestions for upcoming events, at a meeting of the Journey Family Success Center Parent Advisory Board at Project Self-Sufficiency, Tuesday, May 12th, 5:00 p.m.  Family Success Center staff ...

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NEWARK - The Essex County Chapter of The Links, Incorporated (ECCL) celebrated its 40th anniversary with a “Polo & Pastels” gala hosting nearly 300 distinguished guests on April 19. Women were adorned in pastel cocktail dresses and lavish fascinators, while men were donned in seersucker suits, ...

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SUMMIT, NJ – MAY 2026 – Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center recently began performing a new procedure that helps reduce high blood pressure by calming overactive nerves near the kidneys.Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in November 2023, the Symplicity Spyral™ renal ...

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SUMMIT, NJ – MAY 2026 – Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center recently began performing a new procedure that helps reduce high blood pressure by calming overactive nerves near the kidneys.Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in November 2023, the Symplicity Spyral™ renal ...

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