Government
By TAPINTO NEWTON STAFF
June 17, 2025
Town of Newton Street Paving Schedule for Week of June 2NEWTON, NJ – During this week several roads in Newton will be paved, according to town officials. The schedule includes daytime and night work, according to town officials. Crew #1 will be working from 7 a.m. through 3:30 p.m. installing ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Monday, the Plainfield City Council held its business meeting for the month of June, the first after the contentious campaign season that concluded last Monday. See the votes in our marked-up agenda.All items passed aside from a cannabis consumption lounge planned for 148 E 2nd ...
SPARTA, NJ - Applications are now being accepted for the Student Liaison to the Sparta Township Environmental Commission for the term starting September 1, 2025 and ending August 31, 2026.The student liaison is appointed by the Mayor and is a fully participating, non-voting member of the ...
NUTLEY, NJ - The Township of Nutley Board of Commissioners proclaimed June 2025 as LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer) Pride Month. The pride proclamation reads:WHEREAS, our nation was founded on the principle of equal rights for all people, but the fulfillment of this nation’s ...
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representatives Tom Kean Jr. (NJ-07) and Angie Craig (MN-02) introduced the No Shorting America Act, a bipartisan bill that prohibits Members of Congress, their spouses, and dependents from engaging in short selling, the practice of profiting by betting that a stock or investment ...
EDISON, NJ - The county will pave and repair seven roadways in Edison Township this summer as part of its Vision Zero project. The goal is to eliminate all traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries by improving roadways and infrastructure. 40 roadways and public areas across 19 municipalities ...
CARMEL, N.Y. – County Executive Kevin Byrne and state Sen. Peter Harckham welcomed the naming of the James F. Reitz Memorial Courtroom at the Putnam County Supreme and County Court on Friday (June 13).A special ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the New York State Office of Court Administration, ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – At the recent Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners took a formal step toward honoring the critical role of open water lifeguards by passing a resolution recognizing them as first responders and emergency response providers. To view an earlier story we did on this topic, ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — How should Coral Springs spend nearly $800,000 of federal money next fiscal year? That’s what the city commission is set to decide at its meeting on Wednesday. The city’s elected leaders are expected to vote on the 2025-2026 plan for how to use $794,085 in U.S. Department of ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit’s Common Council addressed a wide range of city matters at its latest meeting, including affordable housing development, public safety updates, infrastructure repair contracts, and community initiatives.At the June 16 meeting, a proposed project by the United Methodist ...
CHATHAM, NJ – The Chatham Borough Planning Board will be voting on Chatham's Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan at its Special Meeting set for 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 18 at Borough Hall.Chatham residents have been advocating for a change in the plans and have collected more than 480 ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – The township has posted a call for candidates on its Facebook page. If you've ever wanted to help shape policies in West Orange, this is your chance.It reads, “The West Orange Township Council announces a vacancy for a Council seat due to the resignation of Councilwoman ...
Linden, NJ -Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks and Recreation and Uptown Linden, Inc invite you to attend the 2025 Summer Entertainment Series.What: Come and enjoy the Summer Entertainment Series. Events include live music of different genres, Legends of Linden, and ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ - Hunterdon County has been awarded an $880,200 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to implement Phase II of its Hazard Mitigation Flood Warning System. The Board of County Commissioners formally accepted the funding during its June 3rd meeting, ensuring the ...
PARAMUS, NJ - Expect heavy delays on Route 17 South between Ridgewood Avenue and the Garden State Parkway until 3 p.m. due to DOT cleaning out sewers. The left lane is closed.
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Mobile DMV is coming to Hawthorne on July 1. Make your life a little easier and travel across town to avoid some lines!
HUNTERDON COUNTY, NJ - Hunterdon County open space funds will be applied to three projects in Readington, Holland and Kingwood following passage of separate resolutions by the county board of commissioners at the June 3 meeting.The funds had been previously approved by the county’s parks and open ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – At the June 9 virtual meeting of the Springfield Planning Board, the board approved an external shed for storage at 3 Dundar Road.Board engineer Michael Disko confirmed that the shed has been there for more than a decade and none of the neighboring property owners have complained ...
HAZLET, NJ — In a move that underscores its commitment to fiscal responsibility and community investment, the Hazlet Township Committee has adopted the 2025 municipal budget with no increase in the municipal tax levy—marking the third consecutive year without a municipal tax hike for homeowners.The ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — In the wake of a deadly and politically motivated attack on Minnesota lawmakers, State Senator Vin Gopal and Assemblywomen Margie Donlon and Luanne Peterpaul issued a joint statement condemning the violence and offering support to their colleagues.“We are horrified by the tragic ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Shouts of “Hey, hey, ho, ho, Donald Trump has got to go” and other chants rang out across the front lawn of the Piscataway Municipal Building on Saturday, as hundreds of protesters gathered to oppose the 47th president’s immigration and economic policies.The local rally was part of ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Residents interested in learning more about the proposed Northeast Supply Enhancement (NESE) project and how to participate in the federal review process are encouraged to attend an information session on Tuesday, June 17 at 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Franklin Board ...
TRENTON, NJ - New Jersey Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.'s chapters from across the state gathered at the New Jersey State Capitol in Trenton for Omega Day 2025. With over 25 Brothers in attendance, this event was a shining example of Omega’s commitment to uplift our communities through strategic ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Coral Springs is looking to spend $90,000 on tree-related improvements across the city, including adding landscaping at a park, replacing aging palms, and helping residents plant new trees.The plans will be discussed Wednesday during the City Commission’s workshop, according to ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown Borough has begun its summer paving program, with milling operations beginning at 6 a.m. on Monday, June 16, and paving operations beginning at 5 a.m. on Monday, June 23.Each phase is expected to last up to five days, depending on the weather that week. During the ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY– In a move that underscores the critical role lifeguards play in safeguarding New Jersey’s coastal communities, the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners passed a resolution formally supporting the recognition of open water lifeguards as first responders and emergency ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. – Assemblywoman Michele Matsikoudis announced today that her District Office has now officially helped constituents recover more than $1,000,000 in state refunds, benefits, and payments since she entered office. “This milestone is more than just a number, it’s a reflection of ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. – Assemblywoman Michele Matsikoudis announced today that her District Office has now officially helped constituents recover more than $1,000,000 in state refunds, benefits, and payments since she entered office. “This milestone is more than just a number, it’s a reflection of ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Environmental concerns regarding a food truck on the Morristown Green were among several matters addressed at the latest Morristown Town Council meeting, along with updates to the town’s Special Improvement District and recognition of Pride Month.Kristin Ace of the Morristown Shade ...
LEBANON BOROUGH, NJ – Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) announced today that his office has returned more than $20 million to constituents across New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District.Since January 2023, Congressman Kean and his dedicated casework team have closed over 3,781 constituent cases, ...