Government
By TAPINTO VERONA/CEDAR GROVE STAFF
April 24, 2025
VERONA, NJ - A longtime staple of the Verona Township community is getting a much-needed makeover. With assistance from Green Acres, the Community Development Block Grant Programs (CDBG), and the Verona Baseball and Softball League (VBSL), a renovation project for Everett Field is slated to start ...
EDISON, NJ - A local public housing complex will refurbish the interior and exterior of 92 of their units, according to a press release. Mayor Sam Joshi and the Edison Housing Authority have reached an agreement for a Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) conversion at Robert E. Holmes ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – Senior Principal of Dynamic Traffic, John McCormick, and Gerry Giosa of Level G Associates, presented their findings and proposal to remedy township parking issues.McCormick reported, “There were a lot of unhealthy parking practices and a significant demand in a lot of the ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - From trash-strewn streets and alleys plagued by roaming rats to unlicensed dogs and stray cats, residents raised concerns before the Phillipsburg Town Council on Wednesday evening, urging stricter enforcement of ordinances against violators. Kristyne Santopietro described her ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners has officially proclaimed April 2025 as National Donate Life Month, recognizing the importance of organ and tissue donation, during a workshop meeting held on April 15.“National Donate Life Month is a time to educate people about ...
MILLBURN, NJ – Council Member Frank Saccomandi shared that neighboring Summit introduced an ordinance that restricts sleeping in public places. He explained, “They did this because they were experiencing a problem with some homeless individuals that had been offered multiple opportunities for help ...
WATCHUNG, NJ – As we gear up for a day dedicated to enhancing the beauty of our neighborhoods, we want to inform you about an important change regarding our upcoming community event, Operation Pride. Originally scheduled for this weekend, we are now set to gather on Sunday, April 27, 2025, due to ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Planning Board of Adjustment voted last night to carry the Train Station Redevelopment project to a future date.Throughout the process, many residents voiced their strong opposition to the size and scope of the project.In tonight’s meeting, Susan Favate, a principal with BFJ ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – The Springfield Township Committee approved a resolution that calls for the hiring of three new police officers.Deputy Mayor Harris Laufer thanked Springfield Police Chief John Cook and Capt. Jon Rachel “for doing this quickly.”The new officers are Rasheed Juiston, Anthony ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ—The Phillipsburg Town Council unanimously adopted a $24 million budget for 2025 on Wednesday evening, highlighting critical investments in public safety, infrastructure, and community services. Total appropriations stand at $24,394,834.48, resulting in a municipal tax rate increase ...
WATCHUNG, NJ — On April 13, the Village Super Market Inc. celebrated the grand opening of its new, expansive 72,000-square-foot ShopRite at the Blue Star Shopping Center. The festivities kicked off with a lively ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Watchung Mayor Ronald Jubin, who helped commemorate ...
WATCHUNG, NJ — On April 13, the Village Super Market Inc. celebrated the grand opening of its new, expansive 72,000-square-foot ShopRite at the Blue Star Shopping Center. The festivities kicked off with a lively ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Watchung Mayor Ronald Jubin, who helped commemorate ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mount Laurel Township has received a state grant from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) for improvements to its recreational offerings, according to an announcement made earlier this month.Mount Laurel has been awarded an $83,000 Local Recreation Improvement ...
SUMMIT, NJ — At the April 22 Summit Common Council meeting, Council President Mike McTernan emphasized the council’s limited role in the school budget process while defending the reductions made to the proposed tax levy.Tuesday night’s meeting was a six-hour marathon given the focus centered on the ...
WATCHUNG, NJ --Join Watchung Mayor Jubin for a Weekly Walk: A Step Towards Better Health! Walk this way! 🎵 Residents of Watchung are invited to lace up their sneakers and join Mayor Jubin on his weekly walk. This community initiative not only fosters camaraderie among neighbors but also promotes a ...
OLEAN, NY — A portion of West Green Street is closed Thursday because of an emergency street dig being completed by contractors, according to a press release from the Department of Public Works.The roadway is closed between South Union and to South Second streets. Work is expected to be complete by ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - At the April 21 meeting of the Spotswood Borough Council, Spotswood Mayor Rich O'Brien read a proclamation declaring Monday, April 28, to be Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Awareness Day in honor of borough resident Asher Garcia. The proclamation encouraged residents to wear blue, ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — With no public comment and harmony among the council members present, Westfield passed its second consecutive municipal budget with zero percent tax increase at the town council meeting Tuesday night. Councilwoman and Acting Mayor Linda Habgood highlighted the accomplishment in her ...
FLEMINGTON – All they need is a snappy radio ad.The borough council on April 14 continued the turnover of the borough’s vehicle fleet with the donation of three surplus vehicles to the Flemington-Raritan First Aid and Rescue Squad, and the planned purchase of a used fire engine.The council ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Coconut Creek city commissioners are expected to vote on updating how the city calculates what it charges residents and businesses for water and wastewater services at a Thursday city commission meeting, which could result in a 9% increase starting June 1. The commission meets ...
SOMERSET, NJ -In response to years of growing concerns over warehouse proliferation, increased truck traffic, and their effects on nearby neighborhoods, Franklin Township has released a comprehensive reexamination of its Master Plan focused on the Business and Industry (B-I) Zone. The draft ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - The Montclair Township Council was steeped in housing and development issues at their April 22 meeting. The council heard from residents in public comment about a second-reading ordinance regarding the size of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and the outcome of the massive ...
BELMAR, NJ - Belmar Borough Councilwoman Caitlin Donovan, Councilwoman Maria Rondinaro, and Councilwoman Jodi Kinney, along with representatives from neighboring towns recently met with Assemblywoman Margie Donlon to help continue the dialogue between Belmar and state legislators.The push for new ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - In a move to enhance safety and walkability, the Asbury Park City Council has passed a resolution in support of requesting the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) lower the speed limit on State Route 71— better known here as Main Street—from 30 miles per hour to 25 ...
MILLBURN, NJ – The township administrative staff are at 22 East Willow Street right now. Last week, during the township committee meeting, Business Administrator Alex McDonald shared an update on town hall renovations. “[The contractors will be doing] environmental work, the remediation of this ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Most of the state continues to be stuck in a severe or extreme drought, with many water supplies remaining below their normal capacity.Drought Warning ExplainedThe goal of a Drought Warning is to preserve and balance available water supplies in an effort to avert more serious ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - Mayor Ravi Bhalla's $151 million proposed 2025 budget is set to be introduced at a special City Council meeting on Thursday, April 24, via Zoom at 7 p.m.The spending plan will include a 6.9% tax increase, or $182 per average homeowner. The budget process has been the subject of much ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — At Monday night's Plainfield City Council meeting, the governing body voted to permit an all-way stop at the corner of West 6th Street and Liberty Street.Currently, the one-way West 6th Street has the right of way while drivers on Liberty Street must yield. Once the all-ways stop ...
RED BANK, NJ: You have got to appreciate someone who brings passion to their profession - and that is exactly what Red Bank’s Chief Financial Officer, Tom Seaman, delivered at last night’s municipal budget review meeting through a PowerPoint presentation.Supported by Borough Manager Jim Gant, ...
HAMILTON, NJ - Local senior homeowners are encouraged to visit the Hamilton Township Public Library this Thursday, April 24, for an informational session on the StayNJ program, hosted by Assemblywoman Tennille McCoy and the New Jersey Department of the Treasury.The session, which runs from 4:00 to ...