Government
By MISSY DIAZ
April 10, 2026
BOCA RATON, FL — After a public backlash over a newly installed plaque at Memorial Park, Boca Raton’s city manager is asking elected officials to replace it with one that more accurately reflects the site’s history.City Manager Mark Sohaney is expected to ask the newly seated city council at a ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Board of Adjustment approved a request for a 60‑day extension to record the subdivision deed for 45 S. Springfield Ave., part of the former St. James Church property.The applicant’s attorney explained at the March 17 meeting that the minor subdivision and site plan ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – Scotch Plains officials cut the ceremonial ribbon on Wednesday at the new mixed-use (residential and retail) complex at 1776 East Second St., which features one- and two-bedroom apartment rentals. Representing the township were Mayor Josh Losardo, Township Manager Margaret ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) is inviting Sayreville residents and business owners to learn more about a proposed roadway improvement project near Route 9 and share their feedback during an upcoming Virtual Public Information Center (PIC).The project focuses ...
POMPANO BEACH — The sale of a home and lot as part of the city's affordable housing program has sparked a battle of memos and "paper trails" between Pompano Beach officials and District 1 Commissioner Audrey Fesik, who wants a closer look at the transparency, applicant selection, and timing of a ...
CHATHAM, NJ – The mayor and Borough of Chatham Council will be holding a Special Meeting on its River Road Gateway I and II Redevelopment Plans on Tuesday, April 14, at 7:30 p.m. in Borough Hall, 54 Fairmount Ave. The meeting will also be available via Zoom.The public is invited to ask questions ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Monday night's Plainfield City Council agenda, there is an ordinance proposing a parking ban on the south side of East Front Street between Hillcrest Ave and Reeve Terrace.At last month's city council meeting, residents Salvatore and Madeline Carrano complained about what they ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Monday, April 13, the Plainfield City Council will hold its April business meeting.Agenda items include an ordinance establishing 30-minute parking spots in various locations around Plainfield and another that would ban parking on the south side of one block of East Front ...
ROXBURY, NJ - U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr., R-7, who represents Roxbury but has been criticized by local officials for lack of engagement when it comes to a proposed federal immigration detention center in Ledgewood, has asked newly confirmed Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin to more deeply ...
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The Maplewood Township Committee introduced its 2026 municipal budget Tuesday night, alongside a series of financial discussions and ordinances, including a debated bond for improvements at DeHart Park.Budget Introduced with Focus on Stability and ServicesMayor Vic DeLuca outlined a ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Congressman Tom Kean Jr. is seeking federal funding that could help communities like Summit address long-running erosion and flooding issues along Salt Brook.In his FY2027 Community Project Funding submissions to the House Appropriations Committee, Kean included a $4 million request ...
Princeton, NJ - Residents are invited to the official relaunch of the Princeton Loop Bus service on Friday, April 10, at 3 p.m. at the Princeton Shopping Center bus stop (next to McCaffrey’s). The newly designed loop buses feature a frog as their mascot with the new slogan “Hop on. It's free.”The ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The long-anticipated restoration of the Paramount Theater took a significant step forward this week, as the Mayor and City Council approved a resolution authorizing the next phase of construction on the historic boardwalk landmark.The vote clears the way for Phase II of the $11.7 ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - Budget concerns dominated public comment at the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council meeting on April 7th, as residents voiced strong opposition to a proposed municipal tax increase and questioned key financial decisions.The proposed municipal budget includes an increase of ...
At the Board of County Commissioners meeting in Flemington, held on Tuesday April 7th, County Commissioner Shaun C. Van Doren took a moment to thank everyone who helped make the March 27th Municipal Collaboration Forum breakfast event at Razberry’s a smashing success. “The event was very ...
FANWOOD, NJ — The Borough of Fanwood has approved a shared services agreement with Scotch Plains to handle tax collection services, with the transition set to take effect May 1, 2026.The agreement, approved by the Borough Council on April 6, comes following the retirement of Fanwood’s longtime tax ...
WATCHUNG — The Borough Council has introduced a nearly $22 million municipal budget for 2026 that reflects rising costs, increasing property values, and continued efforts to manage long-term debt.The proposed budget represents an increase of about $1.8 million over 2025 and includes a 2.23% tax ...
POMPANO BEACH — Authorities in Pompano Beach have closed the city’s public beaches to swimmers as a relentless weather system continues to batter the South Florida coastline with high winds and life-threatening surf.The closure, announced Thursday morning, comes as Pompano Beach Ocean Rescue ...
HAMILTON, NJ – Winter storms and rising insurance premiums will cost Hamilton households approximately $5 per week, according to the recently released 2026 municipal budget.The “modest” increase in spending, which is anticipated to total just under $179 million, officials said, shows a commitment ...
PATERSON, NJ - Paterson officials are considering a proposed agreement with the city’s public school district that would allow designated school buildings to be used as temporary emergency shelters during disasters and other emergency events.The memorandum of understanding would create a formal ...
ROXBURY, NJ - U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr., R-7, who represents Roxbury but has been criticized by local officials for lack of engagement when it comes to a proposed federal immigration detention center in Ledgewood, has asked newly confirmed Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin to more deeply ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — In the wake of an incident at Tamaques Park this week when an off-leash dog attacked and injured a leashed one, Mayor Jeremy Berman reminded Westfield pet owners of their responsibilities in his opening remarks to the town council on Tuesday night. “With the weather improving, it’s ...
CRANFORD, NJ - The Cranford Township Committee introduced its 2026 municipal budget, advanced several infrastructure and community initiatives, and recognized first responders during its meeting on April 7.Mayor Kathleen Miller Prunty opened the meeting by highlighting the introduction of the ...
ROXBURY, NJ - U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr., R-7, who represents Roxbury but has been criticized by local officials for lack of engagement when it comes to a proposed federal immigration detention center in Ledgewood, has asked newly confirmed Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin to more deeply ...
RARITAN TWP, NJ – The Raritan Township Committee has introduced a budget of $28.443 million, which raises its share of the property tax by 5.58%, the lowest tax raise for the township in four years, according to the mayor.Appropriations were set at $25.808 million. Last year’s appropriations were ...
RARITAN, NJ – In front of an angry standing room crowd, the Raritan Borough Council rejected its planning board recommendations regarding the redevelopment plan, but did allow a downsized apartment building on the former Agway site.In its last meeting of March, the planning board considered a ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — City leaders recently started the process to find a design and engineering firm for the planned Coral Springs Sportplex project, which has an estimated budget of up to $100 million. The city issued a request for letters of interest from experienced and qualified firms on March ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Something is changing across New Jersey—and in Mountainside, you can actually see it.More residents are out walking. Seniors are staying active and engaged. Recreation programs for kids and adults are filling up. Across the borough, there’s a noticeable shift toward healthier ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Hightstown Borough Council recently adopted a resolution to provide a modicum of financial relief to senior citizens in the community by waiving certain fees. The resolution noted that the Mayor and Borough Council "recognize the value of supporting seniorcitizens within the ...
RED BANK, NJ: Two redevelopment proposals took center stage last night as planners reviewed updated plans for 26–28 Shrewsbury Avenue and heard a new concept for transforming 187 Riverside Avenue into a pizza restaurant.26–28 Shrewsbury Avenue - Two Riverfront Residential BuildingsSusan Favate of ...