Government
By BOBBIE PEER
May 6, 2026
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — The Berkeley Heights Township Council officially proclaimed May 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month at its Tuesday night meeting, but it was a quiet, personal moment from one council member that left the room still.Councilman Bill Machado paused before his remarks to ...
FLEMINGTON – The borough faces this situation every year – too many old roads, sewers, water lines and drainage systems, and too few dollars to pay for repairs.And while in the past few years the mayor and borough council have aggressively worked with state lenders to push forward on major repairs, ...
WAYNE, NJ — Trash along the side of the road isn’t just an eyesore — in a town like Wayne, where highways like Route 23 cut straight through it, it’s a constant battle.That’s where a $126,715 state grant comes in.Wayne is set to receive the funding through New Jersey’s Clean Communities program, ...
WAYNE, NJ — Residents in one of Wayne’s largest townhouse communities will soon see some upgrades moving forward.The Wayne Planning Board has approved a multi-phase project allowing the Stonebridge homeowners association to replace aging decks throughout the 280-unit development, many of which date ...
Red Bank, NJ: The borough announced that the Red Bank Zoning Board has canceled their regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 7.The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 21, and will be held at 6:30 pm in the Municipal Building, first floor, Council Chambers, 90 Monmouth Street.
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — South Plainfield residents have recently received notifications from Professional Property Appraisers (PPA) regarding upcoming property revaluations. This outreach is part of a borough-wide reassessment program designed to ensure all properties are assessed fairly and ...
Princeton, NJ — In what may be their last chance to meet together in person, the four candidates vying for two Democratic nominations for Princeton Council in the June 2 primary will appear together on Wednesday, May 6, at 5:30 p.m. at Monument Hall, 1 Monument Drive.The Center for Modern Aging ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ – The Township of Bloomfield council convened on Monday night for their first meeting in the month of May. The body proclaimed May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month with the township’s Health Officer, Maya Harlow, announcing a pediatric clinic at Watsessing School to ...
MONTVILLE, NJ – Representatives and volunteers of the Montville First Aid Squad issued an urgent plea to the Montville Township Committee during its April 28 meeting, calling for a significant increase in financial support to maintain 24/7 emergency coverage for the community. Longtime volunteers ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—New Britain Road in Doylestown will be closed for most of the rest of this week for milling and paving.The road will be closed from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Friday, May 8. Restrictions will be in place at the intersection of Route 202/State Street and New Britain Road.
PARAMUS, NJ — National Nurses Week is celebrated annually from May 6 to May 12.A handful of local healthcare leaders gathered in Borough Hall for a special proclamation presented by Paramus Mayor Christopher DiPiazza and Council President Al Nadera at the May 5 Council meeting.“Nurses serve as the ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Residents are invited to participate in an update of the township's Master Plan and are welcome to attend an interactive engagement workshop May 13th at 7 p.m. in the multipurpose room of the Municipal Building, 379 South Branch Road, to participate in activities designed to ...
POMPANO BEACH — A Pompano Beach mother appeared before city leaders in recent days, asking for resolution and answers into a January encounter between her 22-year-old son and BSO deputies, amid an ongoing internal investigation.Tamara Taylor, mother of Jeremiah Taylor, told the Pompano Beach City ...
INDIANAPOLIS — Former St. Bonaventure University men’s basketball player Jordan Gathers has been appointed Deputy Mayor for Neighborhoods in Indianapolis.Mayor Joe Hogsett announced the appointment Friday. “Jordan’s background in strategic city operations and community-centered roles have prepared ...
PARKLAND, FL- The Loxahatchee Road project continues to make steady progress, and the May project update from FDOT provided a few additional pieces of growth. May will feature a significant amount of curb and guardrail installation near Parkside Drive on the stretch to NW 61st Way. The median will ...
TRENTON, NJ – State Senator Troy Singleton has reintroduced legislation that would provide tax credits to businesses that employ workers under 18, which he says will expand job opportunities for young people in New Jersey by helping to offset the cost of minimum wage increases. Singleton's bill ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The East Orange City Council meeting on April 27 combined municipal business with a recognition of the city’s cultural legacy, as council members advanced key legislation, addressed resident concerns, and honored the founders of Movin' Records, a Central Avenue institution that ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Coconut Creek was awarded more than $1.1 million in federal funding toward a fiber optic ring project that will keep emergency services connected during disasters, city officials announced on Monday. The money comes from U.S. Rep. Jared Moskowitz of the 23rd Congressional ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Residents across Morris County are being encouraged to stay informed about evolving laws surrounding e-bikes, as state officials roll out new resources to help riders remain compliant.The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission has created an email update system for both current ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Residents across Morris County are being encouraged to stay informed about evolving laws surrounding e-bikes, as state officials roll out new resources to help riders remain compliant.The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission has created an email update system for both current ...
WOODLAND PARK, NJ - The Borough of Woodland Park has received formal certification from the Superior Court of New Jersey confirming that it has met its obligations under the state’s Fourth Round affordable housing requirements, securing long-term compliance and protection from builder’s remedy ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – It took three public hearings, more than 10 total hours of testimony, and approximately 50 members of the public before the East Windsor Planning Board voted on, and ultimately approved, a data center operated by QTS Data Centers in the community. The company was seeking the ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Tri-Rail asked riders for patience while construction for the Link at Boca — an eight-story residential and retail development at 680 West Yamato Road in Boca Raton — is now underway.Parts of station parking lots will be closed, and changes to station access will occur during ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Committee Chair, Harold Colton-Max opened the meeting of the South Orange Township Planning Board with a resolution to approve an application for the development of second floor apartments at a South Orange Avenue site.It was reported that discussions with the Economic ...
FAIRFIELD, NJ — Seven Fairfield officers will participate in the Police Unity Tour, a bicycle ride to Washington, D.C., departing from the DoubleTree Hotel on May 9.The journey's mission is to raise public awareness about law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty, and to ensure ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Adam Lieb, director of the Springfield Recreation Department, reported on the status of pool readiness, playground improvements and summer programs during the April 28 Township Committee meeting.Lieb announced that Springfield has been awarded almost $70,000 in state funding for ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Green ribbons now stretch the length of Springfield Avenue and surround the Berkeley Heights Municipal Complex, a visible reminder that mental health touches every family in town — and that help is available.Members of the Berkeley Heights Rotary Club launched the effort ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — The City of Coral Springs will host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony later this month, inviting the community to gather in remembrance of the men and women who died in service to the United States.The ceremony is scheduled for Monday, May 25 at 9 a.m. at Veterans Park, at 8601 ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – Representative Herb Conaway (NJ-3) will be holding an in-person community town hall to hear from the constituents of the 3rd Congressional District which he represents.Conaway's Town Hall will take place on Monday, May 11, 2026 between 7:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30 ...
SUMMIT, NJ — May is officially recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, and the Summit Village Green was filled with municipal leaders, first responders, mental health advocates, local organizations, residents and green ribbons, as the City of Summit hosted the regional kickoff event for the ...