Government
By JENNIFER DERICKS
December 11, 2025
SPARTA, NJ – It was a light agenda for the Sparta Planning Board’s meeting on Wednesday, December 3, but the meeting went for more than two and a half hours. The planning board’s attorney, planner and engineer were not present. Board members were asked to consider 11 sets of meeting minutes ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The City of East Orange is mourning the passing of one of its most influential and beloved public servants, former Councilman William Charles Holt, whose decades of leadership left an enduring mark on the community he proudly called home.Mayor Ted R. Green reflected on Holt’s ...
BELMAR, NJ – In its final scheduled ordinance vote of the year, the outgoing Democratically controlled Belmar Council — led by Mayor Jerry Buccafusco — unanimously approved a redevelopment amendment benefiting a former Democratic mayor. The measure, negotiated largely outside public view, was ...
The people have spoken, and the next governor of the state of New Jersey is Rebecca Michelle “Mikie” Sherrill. The 53-year-old has prevailed over the Republican candidate and former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli, in a hotly contested race that included a fair share of mud-slinging on both ...
TRENTON, NJ – The Senate Economic Growth Committee has advanced legislation sponsored by Senators Andrew Zwicker and John Burzichelli, which would require the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to conduct a study to evaluate the potential deployment of advanced transmission technologies by electric ...
SUMMIT, NJ – At a Preliminary Capital Budget Workshop held on Wednesday, Summit city staff presented their 2026 requests, showing department heads had submitted nearly $7 million in proposals compared with a $3 million increase projected by city leadership.The session, open to the public, gave ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Warren County Board of Commissioners voted on December 10, 2025, to allocate $50,000 to Prevention is Key, Inc. (PIK) to support continued implementation of the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) initiative. Headquartered in downtown Phillipsburg, the LEAD program also ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Bayonne Councilman Loyad Booker solicited the support of his colleagues to push back on efforts by the federal government to cut funding for a grant program that helps low-income residents pay their utility bills.The Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) program, administered ...
TRENTON, NJ – The Senate Economic Growth Committee has advanced legislation sponsored by Senators Andrew Zwicker and John Burzichelli, which would require the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to conduct a study to evaluate the potential deployment of advanced transmission technologies by electric ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — A major expansion proposed for North Broward Preparatory School is winding its way through Coconut Creek's review process.The city's development review committee met with school representatives on Thursday about its plans. According to documents posted by the city, the project — ...
SPRING LAKE, NJ — At the recent Spring Lake council meeting, two topics were on the agenda and during the discussion period of the meeting. The sale of beach badges was a point of focus, and officials also provided an update on the new restaurant being built on Third Ave.Before reviewing the ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ – The Hawthorne Borough Council received a detailed update on the Three Ronson development on Goffle Road during its December 3 meeting, outlining construction progress, infrastructure upgrades, and how residents can prepare to apply for the site’s affordable housing ...
EDISON, NJ - The township has been awarded $50,000 in federal funding to upgrade and modernize their firefighting equipment, according to Congressman Pallone's Office. The funding comes from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)’s Assistance to Firefighters (AFG) funding grant. Pallone ...
BOCA RATON, FL — The Boca Raton City Council is set to consider a $100,000 grant request from the Boca Raton Museum of Art at its meeting next week.According to a memo from museum CEO and director Ena Heller to city officials, the grant request is intended to support a series of art exhibitions and ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – The 8th Annual Nurture NJ Leadership Summit brought more than 800 maternal and infant health leaders, advocates, clinicians, educators, and community organizations together this week for a full day of discussion on improving outcomes for mothers and babies across New Jersey.
PHILLIPSBURG, nj - Mayor Randy Piazza Jr. reported at the Dec. 10 Town Council meeting that Phillipsburg continues to make steady progress on several initiatives supporting the town’s long-term goals, including fiscal planning, infrastructure improvements, community partnerships, and open space ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The matter of potential affordable housing at Route 202/206 and Cornell Boulevard on the Bridgewater/Somerville border is still of concern for residents who spoke out at a recent township council meeting.Somerville resident Maureen Dwyer brought up the subject during the public ...
Linden, NJ-Mayor Derek Armstead and the City of Linden warmly invite all senior residents to join them for The Mayor’s Senior Christmas Dinner, a joyful holiday celebration filled with community spirit. This free event will feature a delicious meal, lively music, festive entertainment, and exciting ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The intersection has been a source of debate since May, when the council adopted Ordinance 2025-11 to install stop signs, citing safety concerns for children in the neighborhood. But by mid-summer, one resident began questioning whether the change improved safety at all. During ...
PATERSON, NJ - Paterson is preparing to renew its solid waste collection contract with Filco Carting Corp. for 2026, a move that keeps the same trash hauler and the same household pickup system in place for another year at a cost of just over $6 million.If the renewal is approved, residents will ...
TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy today announced that New Jersey State Police Superintendent Colonel Patrick J. Callahan will retire after a storied 31 years with the division.“Colonel Callahan embodies the very essence of a career public servant. For more than three decades, he served the people of ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – The Springfield Township Committee introduced a new ordinance at its Nov. 25 meeting to create a new position.Ordinance 2025-22 amends provisions of the township code to create the position of Operational Support Specialist in the Springfield Police Department.Township attorney ...
RED BANK, NJ: Red Bank recently introduced a dynamic initiative designed to make community support more accessible and impactful through their “SeeMyLegacy” program.Whether you're a local business eager to give back or a resident ready to make a difference, there are valuable opportunities to get ...
Princeton, NJ – To the surprise of no one, Princeton Council unanimously approved its new ordinance to register and assess a fee on short term rental units, such as those advertised on AIrBnB, VRBO, and Expedia websites. The new regulations, created by a task force led by deputy administrator and ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Mayor Jimmy Davis has made his January 1, 2026 resignation official. Davis, who informed the Bayonne City Council of his intention via letter, is vacating his office to take over as Hudson County Sheriff.With the resignation, the Bayonne City Council has the opportunity to appoint an ...
SPARTA, NJ – An illegal truck stop has been operating on West Mountain Road. A neighbor was so frustrated at enduring more than a year of constant construction noise, large trucks and dirt being dumped at all hours of the day and night, she overcame her fear of public speaking to ask the township ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ- Mayor Sheena Collum called the meeting to order. Member Summer Jones was absent. Collum introduced Hannah Zolman and Patricia Kanning the newly elected members of the Board who will begin their terms in January.There was a moment of silence and emotional tributes for Joe Foligno, ...
Massive Food Drive Underscores Ongoing Need Across Sussex CountySUSSEX COUNTY, NJ – The annual “Stuff the Bus” food drive brought in record donations this year. County officials credited residents for a level of generosity that exceeded all expectations. The effort aims to support families facing ...
POMPANO BEACH — Pompano Beach commissioners on Tuesday advanced a proposed zoning amendment that would allow “freestanding emergency rooms” - sometimes called “off-campus emergency departments” to be built in the city.HCA Florida Northwest Hospital Driving the ChangeDriving the debate is HCA ...
VERONA, NJ - The Township of Verona was among several participants in NJIIF’s 2025 Snow Plow "Roadeo". The training session allows snow plow drivers (both CDL and non-CDL) to sharpen their skills with a plow on a marked obstacle course---avoiding strategically placed obstacles. The Township of ...