Government
By JIM LONERGAN
September 4, 2025
SPRING LAKE HEIGHTS, NJ – As summer crowds continue to drive demand for vacation housing along the Jersey Shore, local leaders and residents are confronting one of the region’s most pressing challenges: how to manage short-term rentals in communities where year-round housing is already tight. The ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit Common Council’s most recent meeting included recognition of two police officers whose actions saved a young child’s life and transitioned into detailed discussions about housing, homelessness, and preserving the city’s character.Detective Sergeant Ruddy Garita and Detective ...
CARTERET, NJ — Borough Hall has awarded a construction contract for the second phase of its mile-long Northern Riverwalk, Mayor Daniel J. Reiman announced. The contract went to Piscataway-based Epic Management – the qualified low-bidder – to continue building the Northern Riverwalk from Waterfront ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ - Heidi Hesch was named full-time interim director of the Flemington Public Library, as of Aug. 8.Hesch was named by resolution of the library board, which formalized her appointment, and which is expected to be approved by the Flemington Borough Council.Hesch was hired at a salary ...
CALDWELL, NJ – What had started out as a quiet end-of-the-summer meeting of the Caldwell Borough Council was transformed into a discussion involving the constitutional rights to assemble and freedom of speech. Three residents of the borough during public comment questioned the governing body about ...
MAPLEWOOD, NJ – One of the most exciting topics of the September 2 Maplewood Township Council meeting was Mayor Nancy Adams’ announcement that Maplewood Memorial Library had won the 2025 New Jersey Planning Officials Achievement in Planning Award. There will be a breakfast commemorating the ...
FANWOOD, NJ – The Fanwood Borough Council passed a resolution approving a contract with Halecon, Inc. Bridgewater for the resurfacing of the La Grande Park basketball courts. Mayor Colleen Mahr said the cost of the work is being offset by a state grant the borough received last year. Resurfacing ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - Lenora Benjamin has retired after 33 years as Borough Administrator and Chief Financial Officer, serving her last day on August 27. The borough hired Steve Neale, currently Waldwick's Borough Administrator, to step into the role as Borough Administrator beginning September ...
POMPANO BEACH, FL — A new fire station opened in northwest Pompano Beach today, dedicated to Woodrow “Woody” Poitier, the city's first Black firefighter, former city commissioner, and longtime community leader.Woodrow “Woody” Poitier (right) accepts honors and a standing ovation at Wednesday's ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ — A brief but productive Township Committee meeting on Thursday, August 28th brought exciting news for local residents: Central Park will soon be home to a brand-new roller hockey rink.The facility will be located at the corner of South Jefferson Road and Eden Lane in Whippany.
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — On September 2, the New Providence Planning Board convened its third public hearing on the proposed Toll Brothers townhouse development, once again filling the council chambers with residents eager to weigh in. For the first time, the public was able to question the project’s ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — On September 2, the New Providence Planning Board convened its third public hearing on the proposed Toll Brothers townhouse development, once again filling the council chambers with residents eager to weigh in. For the first time, the public was able to question the project’s ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Legislation sponsored by Assemblyman Roy Freiman and Assemblywoman Mitchelle Drulis, providing workers compensation coverage for certain counseling services for first responders, while ensuring confidentiality of mental health-related communications, has been signed into law by ...
MILLBURN, NJ – During the Sept. 2 township committee meeting, two Brookside Dr. residents talked about the construction at the Paper Mill Playhouse spreading dust and their concerns about safety issues. Brookside resident Surelle Reeff began. “We know that construction has to take place, but it has ...
MONTVILLE, NJ – Do you know how Montville Township is managed on a day-to-day basis? This article is part of Know Your Town, a TAPinto Montville series designed to help residents better understand the departments, boards, and commissions that keep the township running.At the center of Montville’s ...
SPARTA, NJ – Township officials have updated information about the water main replacement project that is ongoing for West Shore Trail. There will be work on the project from 8:50 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Throughout the construction project there will be detour notifications and signs posted for ...
SPRING LAKE, NJ – The Borough of Spring Lake has approved a resolution authorizing participation in the Monmouth County Emergency Intracounty Mutual Aid and Assistance Agreement, a pact designed to strengthen cooperation and resource sharing among local governments during emergencies.The agreement, ...
CAMDEN – Public hearings on two expanded local laws – one to permit cannabis consumption lounges and the other requiring clean-ups after events held on city property – are scheduled before City Council at its meeting next Tuesday.After the hearings, Council members will make a final decision on ...
SUMMIT, NJ — September is National Preparedness Month, and Summit officials are asking residents and businesses to take stock of how ready they are for the unexpected.Mayor Elizabeth Fagan said even simple steps—like creating a family plan, stocking an emergency kit, or just talking through “what ...
RED BANK, NJ:Â The Red Bank Zoning Board that was scheduled to meet on Thursday, September 4, has been cancelled.
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Even with more than 5,000 new housing units expected to be built over the next 25 years, Coral Springs’ population is projected to grow only modestly, according to new demographic forecasts.New city data shows the population, now estimated at 134,345, will climb to about 139,154 ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL —A Broward County commissioner who also serves as the lawyer for Wynmoor Village’s master homeowners association has for the second time sued a resident who has accused him and the board of wrongdoing.Broward County Commissioner Mark Bogen, who has for years represented the ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The Village of Ridgewood has received conditional approval for the development of a multi-functional public park at the Zabriskie-Schedler House & Property (Schedler).The letter is dated August 27 and signed by Elizabeth Dragon, Assistant Commissioner for the New Jersey ...
BOCA RATON, FL – Four Boca Raton City Council members earned Certificates of Achievement from the Florida League of Cities, recognizing their commitment to professional development and public service.Deputy Mayor Fran Nachlas and Council Member Andy Thomson earned the Bronze Certificate of Merit, ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — The 2025 NJ Senior Olympics returns for its 19th year – starting Friday, Sept. 5th–Sunday, Sept. 7th – with events at local parks and recreation venues. Upward of 1,400 people, 50 and older, from across New Jersey are to  compete in 23 events.Behind the NJ Senior Olympics is ...
U.S. Sen. Cory Booker, Newark's perpetual bachelor, has announced in a social media post that he is engaged.The bride-to-be is Alexis Lewis, a vice president of Investments at Brasa Capital Management, a real estate investment manager with residential and commercial assets located in the western ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Legislation sponsored by Assemblyman Roy Freiman and Assemblywoman Mitchelle Drulis, providing workers compensation coverage for certain counseling services for first responders, while ensuring confidentiality of mental health-related communications, has been signed into law by ...
POMPANO BEACH, FL — Pompano's Utilities Department will begin a chlorination treatment of the city's entire water distribution system, starting on Monday, Sept. 8, 2025. The temporary treatment, which the city says is a standard maintenance practice used by utilities nationwide, will continue ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway Office of Emergency Management (OEM) announced a road closure due to road work for Tuesday, September 2.Irving Street is closed for roadwork northbound between Irving and Broad Street.Motorists are encouraged to plan alternate routes and allow for additional travel ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The City of Rahway will hold a September 11th memorial service this Monday to commemorate the 24th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks.The ceremony will take place at the firehouse in downtown Rahway, located at 1300 Main St.The event will commence at 8:30 a.m. All are ...