Government
By JAKE NEMCEK
June 22, 2025
WATCHUNG, NJ — Teams from the Watchung Police, Watchung Rescue Squad, and Watchung PTO raced under sunny skies at the Mayor’s Regatta on Saturday.The regatta was held in honor of Mayor Al Ellis and he received the key to the borough at the regatta.SEE : ...
LINDEN, NJ — In a momentous celebration blending academic excellence with civic pride, 𝟗𝟖 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐉𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐲 and, for the first time, the 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐲. The ceremony, held June 18 at the John T.
WATCHUNG, NJ — The Borough of Watchung officially honored former Mayor Ellis by presenting him with the symbolic keys to the borough at the Mayor’s Regatta on Saturday.Mayor Jubin spoke passionately about the profound influence that Ellis has had both on him personally and on the Borough of ...
STAFFORD - They are officially known as a Low Speed Vehicle (LSV). With the warmer weather rolling in, we can all expect to see more of these zipping through our Stafford Township neighborhoods, especially in communities like Beach Haven West, Ocean Acres, and the various adult communities. They’re ...
New York State is beefing up security in the wake of the U.S. bombing of Iran and threats of retaliation that followed.“My top priority is the safety of all New Yorkers,” Gov. Kathy Hochul posted on X. “I am receiving intelligence briefings and closely monitoring the evolving situation in Iran ...
MELBOURNE, FL — The City of Melbourne will host a public meeting on June 26 at 5:30 p.m. to present the findings of a recent study on parking issues in Downtown Melbourne and to gather public input on recommended parking management strategies.The meeting will take place in the council chamber at ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Stop the Billionaire Giveaway national bus tour stopped off at the Historic Somerset County Courthouse Saturday afternoon for a rally against the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” backed by President Trump now being considered by the US Senate. A small, but spirited crowd gathered ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Registration is open for residents who want to apply for a United States passport June 26 at the township Municipal Building. 379 South Branch Road.The Passport Clinic, open from 3-5 p.m., is sponsored by the office of Rep. Bonnie Coleman, D-12th. Her congressional district ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Stop the Billionaire Giveaway national bus tour stopped off at the Historic Somerset County Courthouse Saturday afternoon for a rally against the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” backed by President Trump now being considered by the US Senate. A small, but spirited crowd gathered ...
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a heat advisory Western New York. The advisory will take effect at noon Sunday and remain in place until 6 p.m. Tuesday.Heat index values in the upper 90s expected with the highest temperatures expected Monday.“Hot temperatures and high humidity may ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The City of Asbury Park has completed repaving and restriping Asbury Avenue between Main Street and Heck Street to implement roadway narrowing and install new protected bicycle lanes. The project is part of a broader effort by the city’s Transportation Department to enhance road ...
SOMERSET, NJ - At its June 18 meeting, the Franklin Township Planning Board unanimously approved the Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, solidifying the township’s approach to meeting its affordable housing obligations through 2035. The vote affirms Franklin’s continued compliance ...
PARKLAND, FL- Parkland drivers that are used to taking a short cut at University Drive onto Loxahatchee Road won't be able to make the turn beginning on Monday, June 26, 2025. A statement released by FDOT this week stated the following:"As part of Phase 2 of the N University Drive Roundabout ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The City of Rahway recently announced the installation of upgraded closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras throughout the downtown area. City officials said the upgrade “reflects a shared commitment by Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe and the Rahway City Council to provide a safer, more ...
Linden, NJ - Please see below a list of the City of Linden’s 2025 Cooling Centers. These are municipal buildings that are open and available to the public during their normal operating hours.Linden Public Library – 31 East Henry StreetMonday through Wednesday from 9am until 9pm.Thursday from 9am ...
FANWOOD, NJ – The Fanwood Borough Council held its monthly meeting on Monday, June 16, at which time they adopted four ordinances, including a bond ordinance for this year’s capital projects.The council approved proclamations for National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Juneteenth, and National ...
CALDWELL, NJ – Agenda items at the Caldwell Borough Council meeting of June included multiple infrastructure and renovation projections. The council awarded a contract to Caravella Demolition Inc., for the first phase of the rehabilitation of the old library building for $44,000. Business ...
PATERSON, NJ - Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill and U.S. Sen. Andy Kim visited Eva’s Village on Friday afternoon, joining Mayor Andre Sayegh, Fifth Ward Councilman Luis Velez, and residents for a roundtable about recovery, housing, and looming federal funding cuts.Held inside the ...
CEDAR GROVE, NJ - The Township of Cedar Grove announced that PSE&G is beginning its first round of milling and paving on several township streets. A full breakdown of the milling and paving schedule is below. All dates are weather-permitting and subject to change. MillingWinding Way: June ...
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ – The Wood-Ridge Council passed the following items as part of the Consent agenda at the June 18th meeting of the Wood-Ridge Mayor and Council in Council Chambers in the Municipal Building.1.Minutes of May 21, 2025 meeting.2. RESOLUTIONS: Adoption of the following084-2025 Payment of ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD - The borough will celebrate ‘Amateur Radio Week’ this year from June 23 to June 28 and, during a recent council meeting, Mayor Matt Anesh presented a proclamation to members of the South Plainfield Amateur Radio Club (SPARC). “....Amateur radio operators are celebrating over a ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - The Township of Hanover will be hosting an informal information-sharing session in response to residents' concerns regarding public safety.The session will be led by Mayor Thomas ‘Ace’ Gallagher and will take place on June 26th at 3pm in the public meeting room at the ...
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded $594,115 to St. Bonaventure University for a mental and behavioral health education and training program.Rep. Nick Langworthy, whose district includes the university, announced the grant in a press release Friday."I'm proud ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- The Township of Bloomfield has released some information and a timetable for the 2025 budget introduction.In a social media post, the township states “We've focused on affordability for families, protecting vital services, and investing in public safety, clean streets, parks, and ...
TRENTON, NJ – The Senate Law and Public Safety Committee has advanced legislation sponsored by Senator Andrew Zwicker, which would require county prosecutors to provide the Attorney General with data on crimes involving the use of a firearm that did not result in any bodily injury. “To effectively ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown Township this week lifted its mandatory drought restrictions, explaining that “abundant rainfall coupled with cooler temperatures have restored groundwater well levels to pre-drought conditions.”The decision was announced at the township’s Board of Supervisors meeting on ...
PATRSON, NJ - Homeowners can expect a 2% increase in their property tax bills for the third quarter of 2025, following a City Council vote Tuesday night to authorize the issuance of estimated tax bills. The measure, passed by a majority of the council, was described as necessary to maintain city ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - Deputy Mayor Pamela Perron read the proclamation establishing June 19 as Juneteenth into the record at the June 11 Ridgewood Village Council meeting. Juneteenth was established to commemorate the historic date of June 19, 1865, on which Union Army General Gordon Granger ordered the ...
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey State Senate has advanced legislation that would criminalize machine gun conversion devices.The bill, S-3893, cleared the Senate Law and Public Safety Committee on Thursday and would establish criminal penalties for the sale and possession of any device capable of ...
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey State Senate has advanced legislation that would criminalize machine gun conversion devices.The bill, S-3893, cleared the Senate Law and Public Safety Committee on Thursday and would establish criminal penalties for the sale and possession of any device capable of ...