Government
By LINDSEY KELLEHER
August 11, 2025
ELIZABETH, NJ — Two severe storms in July that caused intense flooding and wind damage have county residents asking who will pay for the damage, and what can be done to reduce weather-related damage in the future.Vehicles were stuck in high floodwater on U.S. Route 22 as well as on local roads when ...
Gov. Kathy Hochul is urging New Yorkers to prepare for multiple days of high temperatures across the state through Wednesday. “Feels like” temperatures in the mid to upper 90s are expected in the Western New York, Southern Tier, Mohawk Valley, Central New York, Finger Lakes and North Country ...
STAFFORD - Officials have announced updated speed limits for two roadways in Stafford Township, following a traffic study conducted by the Ocean County Engineering Department. The changes, prompted by increased traffic, pedestrian, and bicycle activity, are now in effect.The speed limit on East Bay ...
JERSEY SHORE – The Jersey Shore Partnership is urging federal policymakers to sustain strong funding commitments for beach replenishment projects along New Jersey’s coast. The call comes amid shifting budget priorities in Washington that could impact long-standing coastal protection efforts.“For ...
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. — The first phase of Pompano Beach’s voter-approved plan to improve pedestrian safety is now underway with the installation of solar-powered, lighted crosswalks along A1A south of Atlantic Boulevard. Last week, the contractor began installing the first retrofitting work at the ...
HACKENSACK, N.J. — The Hackensack City Council is scheduled to vote Monday, Aug. 11, on whether to rescind a previously approved Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement for the One Essex redevelopment project.Adopting ordinance 39-2025 would terminate the agreement, which was signed by the ...
PEAPACK-GLADSTONE, NJ — John L. Sweeney, Peapack-Gladstone Council President and the Republican nominee for Somerset County Surrogate, passed away on August 6, 2025, at the age of 63.Sweeney, a longtime public servant, was first elected to the Borough Council in 2001 and served from 2002 to 2013.
MONTCLAIR, NJ – The Montclair Public Library has a new cool and comfortable space for residents — thanks to a $1.9 million modernization unveiled Thursday.“This is more than just a library,” Montclair Mayor Dr. Renee Baskerville said. “It’s a community hub, especially since we don’t have a senior ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway Office of Emergency Management (OEM) announced several road closures due to road work for Monday, August 11.The northbound lane of Irving St. will be closed between W. Main Street and Seminary Avenue due to construction. Thirza Place will also be closed due to ...
TRENTON, NJ — Acting Governor Tahesha Way has signed bipartisan legislation into law to ensure ongoing transparency and accountability from the Victims of Crime Compensation Office (VCCO). The measure, sponsored by Senator Declan O’Scanlon (R-13), codifies into law the VCCO’s current practice of ...
MELBOURNE, FL — Melbourne city officials will present a proposed plan to improve Downtown Melbourne parking during the City Council meeting scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12, at City Hall, 900 E. Strawbridge Ave.What will the City Council discuss?According to a city announcement, the ...
Princeton, NJ – If it hasn’t already been made clear through numerous statements and actions over the past 10 years or more, the municipality of Princeton supports its immigrant residents. The latest statement to that effect – in support of the Immigrant Trust Act (ITA) now pending in the state ...
CHATHAM, NJ – The Borough of Chatham Council will be voting on a resolution that would hold fossil fuel companies liable for damage done by climate change.The Borough Council will vote on the resolution in favor of the “Climate Superfund Act” sponsored by State Senators John McKeon and Bob Smith at ...
Newark has entered into a nearly $120 million lease agreement for up to 32 years with Hotel Riviera to provide 50 units of housing for the city’s homeless population, a long-delayed deal that was approved Wednesday when a member of the City Council who previously opposed the measure had a sudden ...
HACKENSACK, NJ - On Monday, August 11, 2025, the Hackensack City Council meeting will include public comment and an anticipated vote on Ordinance 39-2025 which would rescind an already legally adopted and signed PILOT (Payment In Lieu Of Taxes) Agreement tiedto the fully approved mixed-use ...
We were in attendance at the July 28 Princeton Council meeting, during which several dozen community members implored the Council to pass a resolution supporting the Immigrant Trust Act/SB3672. We left the meeting feeling unsure as to why the Council appears reluctant to support the ITA now. As ...
BUCKS COUNTY, PA—Road work will continue this week on Route 413/Durham Road in several Bucks County municipalities.Monday, Aug.11, through Friday, Aug. 15, Route 413 between Dark Hollow Road and U.S. 202 will have a weekday lane closure with flagging in both the daytime and overnight hours. The ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – The town council will convene at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 12 for a hybrid meeting. Comments will only be taken from people in attendance, not on Zoom. Here are some of the items on the agenda:Proposal to develop Affordable Housing at 762 Pleasant Valley Way (6:30 p.m.)Planning ...
SOMERSET, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) will hold a virtual public hearing next month on the proposed North East Supply Enhancement (NESE) Project, which includes a new compressor station in Franklin Township.The hearing is set for Tuesday, Sept. 10, from 6 to 9 ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Families, friends and neighbors from throughout town joined police officers, firefighters and other first-responders for National Night Out at Alvin P. Williams Memorial Park in Sewaren on Tuesday, Aug. 5th.In case you missed it, TAPinto Woodbridge has photos from this free ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - The Hanover Township Committee is set to convene on Thursday, August 14, 2025, to deliberate on two significant issues impacting local development and environmental policy.A key item on the agenda is the proposed development of the H2Ocean property. Details regarding the ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — The New Providence Planning Board reconvened Tuesday, Aug. 5, to continue hearings on Toll Brothers’ revised plan for a 104-unit townhouse and affordable housing development on Chanlon Road. The meeting followed an initial public hearing on July 1. Click here for related ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Township Council has referred a Redevelopment Plan for the property at 208 New Road to the Planning Board for review. The property, designated as Block 95, Lot 48.13 on the tax map, is approximately 9.79 acres. The property has a Days Inn Hotel on site, and is surrounded ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Coral Springs city leaders last week approved spending $1.2 million on new computers, servers, printers and storage systems.During the regular city commission meeting on Wednesday, city leaders addressed what may seem like a hefty price tag for computer systems. Much of the cost ...
HOLMDEL, NJ — A recent Holmdel Township Committee meeting highlighted the community’s ongoing commitment to historical preservation, public safety, and infrastructure, with notable recognition for local youth and provided updates regarding the ongoing project in front of the Holmdel High School and ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Monday, the Plainfield City Council will hold its monthly business meeting in Municipal Court at 325 Watchung Avenue. The meeting will start at 7pm.Monday's agenda contains resolutions recognizing a Plainfield centenarian, supporting the New Jersey Climate Superfund Act, ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Restoration work at Borough Hall, 25 West End Ave., including the portico (main entrance) and driveway will require a temporary closure for 2-3 weeks in September.The Borough will provide an alternate building entrance and confirm the exact dates. The project includes:Restoration ...
SUMMIT, NJ – After a long and winding road, hydro-raking work at Briant Park Pond has been completed, and, according to Union County officials, the remaining vegetative material is currently being transported for proper disposal at an approved facility. All work is expected to be finished this ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — The New Providence Planning Board reconvened Tuesday, Aug. 5, to continue hearings on Toll Brothers’ revised plan for a 104-unit townhouse and affordable housing development on Chanlon Road. The meeting followed an initial public hearing on July 1. Click here for related ...