Government
By JAKE NEMCEK
September 29, 2025
WARREN, NJ – The Warren Township Committee has announced that the Warren Township Public Works Department has nearly completed the 2025annual overlay paving program. The work was performed by CCM Contracting based in Green Brook, New Jersey. The following streets were completed: Horseshoe Road, ...
ALBANY, NY — Organizations in Allegany and Cattaraugus counties will receive just shy of $1.5 million in state funds to help farmers support agricultural water quality conservation projects. The Allegany County Soil and Water Conservation District will receive $509,572 to work with four farms in ...
Linden, NJ — On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, The Pink Warriors statewide tour will make a stop in Linden. They aim to celebrate survivors, raise awareness, and unite the Linden Community in the fight against breast cancer. The event will be held at Linden City Hall, 301 Wood Ave, at 11 am.
Editor’s Note: This article is one of a two-part series. Read part one here.PARAMUS, N.J. – As part of the lawsuit alleging a Paramus stress reduction clinic being operated by an unlicensed individual, an investigation was opened by the Division of Consumer Affairs after receiving complaints about ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The Bridgewater Township Council is moving ahead with much-needed repair work on the aging Middle Brook Pumping Station."It's a great example of this township being proactive, providing the services our residents need and expect," said council president Howard Norgalis at the ...
FLEMINGTON – The Flemington Borough Planning Board told the borough council to try again.The planning board, after two sessions to determine whether council-proposed business zoning changes were consistent with the borough’s master plan, definitively said no.The changes, the planning board wrote, ...
WAYNE, NJ — Wayne’s Valley Road Extension could soon see another 350 homes, as a national developer challenges the township’s Round Four affordable housing plan. If built, it would be the fourth large residential development approved along that stretch of road in recent years, pushing the total new ...
Princeton, NJ – This may be the week when one part of town or another has its collective head in the trees.We have already received some reaction to Alex Randall’s article on the missing trees of Nassau Street – “Is Princeton Tree City or Stumpy Town? Nassau Street Sidewalks Have a Story to Tell,” ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Another week…another set of streets that will experience water hydrant flushing in Hightstown. According to the Borough, water hydrants on Wycoff's Mill Road and Echantment will be flushing on Monday, September 29, which will affect customers on those streets and surrounding areas.
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - At a meeting held Sept. 15, the South Plainfield Borough Council recognized both Disabilities Voting Rights Week and Constitution Week with the issuance of proclamations. Disabilities Voting Rights Week, a non-partisan movement hosted by the American Association of People ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - At a meeting held Sept. 15, the South Plainfield Borough Council recognized both Disabilities Voting Rights Week and Constitution Week with the issuance of proclamations. Disabilities Voting Rights Week, a non-partisan movement hosted by the American Association of People ...
Editor’s Note: This article is one of a two-part series.PARAMUS, N.J. – A stress reduction clinic in Paramus has allegedly been operated by an unlicensed professional, according to a statement from the Office of the Attorney General, Matthew J. Platkin.Suit documents and a verified complaint ...
POMPANO BEACH — City residents will soon have a chance to weigh in on the future of local police services as part of the city’s $285,000 feasibility study reviewing its contract with the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO).Community Meetings PlannedMayor Rex Hardin said consultants will hold a ...
TRENTON, NJ - REMINDER- The deadline to apply to FREEZE your property taxes if you are a senior or disabled resident is October 31!The Senior Freeze Program reimburses eligible senior citizens and disabled persons for property tax or mobile home park site fee increases on their principal residence ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of Commissioners recently amended its bond ordinances for upgrading some county parks, a building at Union County Vocational-Technical Schools, Ash Brook Golf Course and Galloping Hill Golf Course.The upgrades planned include renovating the tennis courts at ...
MELBOURNE, FL - The City of Melbourne announced several changes to its 2025-2026 fiscal budget during its latest meeting on Wednesday. Millage rates are expected to increase in 2026 to 7.0012, a 7.07% increase from 2025 and an 11.4% increase over the rolled-back rate. The rate increase is ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - In what could affect the sizes and styles of borough homes, the Planning Board will once again discuss “effective gross floor ratio” or EGFAR at its September 29 meeting.According to the agenda, EGFAR is listed as the “special discussion” topic.“During the September 29th Planning ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – On Friday, September 26, WeCare NJ and the Climate Revolution Action Network held a press conference at 61 Howell Dr. in West Orange to call for the permanent preservation of the Watchung Ridge Forest and to oppose the proposed 496-unit high-rise development on the Second ...
EDISON, NJ - The township has accepted a FEMA Department of Homeland Security Assistance to Firefighters Grant worth approximately $188,407.29. The council approved a resolution to receive the grant on Thursday.The FEMA Fire Safety Grants fund critical resources to equip and train emergency ...
TRENTON, NJ – Reacting to reports of the shutdown of NJ PBS in 2026, state Andrew Zwicker and his colleague John Burzichelli are calling for a “top-to-bottom analysis” of public television in New Jersey to determine what can and should be done to maintain the broadcaster’s services.Zwicker has a ...
ABERDEEN, NJ – Bayshore Mayors and municipal officials came together this week for the Bayshore Mayors Conference, where the rising cost of employee health benefits took center stage. The event was held at Alternate Ending Brewery, a popular location in Aberdeen, New Jersey. The organization, ...
Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden addresses attendees during a Shared Services Summit held for municipal elected and appointed officials at the Clubhouse at Hominy Hill.COLTS NECK, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners hosted a Shared Services Summit for municipal elected and ...
Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden addresses attendees during a Shared Services Summit held for municipal elected and appointed officials at the Clubhouse at Hominy Hill. COLTS NECK, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners hosted a Shared Services Summit for municipal elected and ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The Ridgewood Village Council passed a bond ordinance and resolution in support of the acquisition of the Warner Theater, taking the next step in its plan to convert the theater into a cultural and performing arts center.The bond ordinance appropriates $2.6 million to purchase the ...
WOODLAND PARK, NJ - A handcrafted wooden American flag featuring the official seal of Woodland Park was officially presented to the Borough at the Woodland Park Municipal Council meeting on September 17. The gift came from the Tri-Town Holiday Lights Parade Committee, which organizes the annual ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ – The City of Long Branch has been busy at work on the new pier that Mayor Pallone and the City Council pledged to bring back to restore a part of the city’s history. The pier will once again serve as a popular destination for people of all ages, with beautiful views, smooth ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ – The City of Long Branch has been busy at work on the new pier that Mayor Pallone and the City Council pledged to bring back to restore a part of the city’s history. The pier will once again serve as a popular destination for people of all ages, with beautiful views, smooth ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ – The City of Long Branch has been busy at work on the new pier that Mayor Pallone and the City Council pledged to bring back to restore a part of the city’s history. The pier will once again serve as a popular destination for people of all ages, with beautiful views, smooth ...
Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden addresses attendees during a Shared Services Summit held for municipal elected and appointed officials at the Clubhouse at Hominy Hill. COLTS NECK, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners hosted a Shared Services Summit for municipal elected and ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — This week, the Plainfield City Clerk announced that the council will be holding a special meeting on Monday, September 29, at 7pm at Plainfield Municipal Court.According to the resolution and accompanying ordinance, it seems that the City of Plainfield is ensuring that it can use ...