Government
By TAPINTO ROXBURY
December 26, 2024
ROXBURY, NJ - Motorists should avoid Route 80 as a portion of the interstate in Wharton was closed this morning to eastbound traffic due to a collapse of the highway's right shoulder, said the state Department of Transportation (DOT).The incident, attributed to a sinkhole, was announced at about ...
Linden, NJ — As Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, begins at sundown on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, Mayor Derek Armstead of Linden, NJ, visited Boro Park earlier this week to connect with the roots of many of his city’s new residents. This trip highlights the Mayor’s dedication to ...
ROXBURY, NJ - Motorists heading east from Roxbury should avoid Route 80 as a portion of the interstate in Wharton was closed this morning to eastbound traffic due to a collapse of the highway's right shoulder, said the state Department of Transportation (DOT).The incident, attributed to a sinkhole, ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ – As we welcome 2025, Monmouth County is at the forefront of efforts to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, ensuring the celebration reflects the rich history and diverse communities of New Jersey.The MonmouthNJ 250 Committee, in collaboration with RevolutionNJ, hosted a ...
CLARK, NJ — The date for recycling pickup in the Township of Clark's Zone 2 has been moved due to the holiday.The new pickup date is Saturday, December 28.The Township of Clark informs Zone 2 residents, "Please bring recycling curbside the evening before pick-up. No Styrofoam, food-soiled pizza ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — The Town Council is scheduled to meet on 22 dates in 2025, according to the town clerk’s office.Conference meetings are scheduled to be held in the mayor’s conference room of the Westfield Municipal Building, 425 East Broad St., at 7 p.m. The public may attend and address the ...
EDISON, NJ - At 12:00 AM on Thursday, a 20-inch water main break occurred near M Lane and Woodbridge Avenue, according to the township. Residents along Woodbridge Avenue, Route 27, and parts of Talmadge Road have been experiencing little or no water pressure. Edison Municipal offices will be closed ...
NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Primary Election for 2025 is slated to move the June primary to avoid the conflict with a Jewish holiday.The Primary Election was slated to be held on June 3, 2025. However, the date conflicts with the Jewish holiday of Shavout, which marks the reading of the Torah on ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — The Plainfield City Council will convene on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at noon for its annual reorganization meeting at Municipal Court. Anyone who wishes to watch can stream live at the PCTV YouTube page (link).The date of reorganization has changed over the years, and this will ...
NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Primary Election for 2025 is slated to move the June primary to avoid the conflict with a Jewish holiday.The Primary Election was slated to be held on June 3, 2025. However, the date conflicts with the Jewish holiday of Shavout, which marks the reading of the Torah on ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – Replacement crosswalks with illumination would cost about $20,000 for each one, Springfield Township Administrator John Bussiculo said at the Dec. 18 meeting of the Township Committee.There are two crosswalks that are under consideration for new ones with lights. Bussiculo said ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ – As we welcome 2025, Monmouth County is at the forefront of efforts to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, ensuring the celebration reflects the rich history and diverse communities of New Jersey.The MonmouthNJ 250 Committee, in collaboration with RevolutionNJ, hosted a ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ – As we welcome 2025, Monmouth County is at the forefront of efforts to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, ensuring the celebration reflects the rich history and diverse communities of New Jersey.The MonmouthNJ 250 Committee, in collaboration with RevolutionNJ, hosted a ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ – As we welcome 2025, Monmouth County is at the forefront of efforts to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, ensuring the celebration reflects the rich history and diverse communities of New Jersey.The MonmouthNJ 250 Committee, in collaboration with RevolutionNJ, hosted a ...
SPARTA, NJ – Residents are invited to review the final draft of the Open Space and Recreation Plan. On January 15 the planning board will hold a hearing at which the public is asked to give their thoughts and ask questions about the document.The plan was initially scheduled for a final hearing in ...
MELBOURNE FL- The Melbourne City Council approved contracts on Dec. 10 to replace bathroom facilities at Front Street Park and Ballard Park, allocating a combined $973,645 from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) budget to fund the upgrades.Contracts were awarded to the Watauga Company, Titusville, ...
FANWOOD, NJ - Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr and the Borough Council invite the public to attend the 2025 Borough of Fanwood Reorganization Meeting at the Council Chambers of Borough Hall (75 North Martine Ave.) on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.Newly reelected Councilwomen Patricia Walsh and Erin ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — On Dec. 23, the South Orange town council convened and approved the consent agenda. Mayor Sheena Collum reminded the committee and attendees that there’s a menorah lighting at Spiotta Park on Dec. 26.Collum also reported that the Baird Center had flooded, and a water main break ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – The township has adjusted its Jitney schedule for all six routes to sync with the new NJ Transit schedule made in Nov. Changes take effect beginning on Jan. 6 and will reduce wait time during commuting hours.According to the West Orange Transportation Department, “The Route 6 ...
NORTH SALEM, N.Y. - Two North Salem veterans have been recognized not only for their military service, but for their contributions to their community.Francis Tuoti and Paul Rinaldi were among the heroes honored on Dec. 2 at Congressman Mike Lawler’s annual NY-17 Veterans of the Year ceremony in ...
2025 Organization Meeting of Summit Common CouncilSUMMIT, NJ – Mayor Elizabeth Fagan, MD cordially invited the community to the 2025 Organization Meeting of the Summit Common Council during her Mondays with the Mayor Video Vignette Series. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 7, at 7:30 ...
RED BANK, NJ: It takes tough men to work in tough conditions.As winter settles over with freezing temperatures and biting winds sweeping across the Upper Navesink River, workers are embarking on a challenging mission to improve navigation safety. Despite the harsh weather, the New Jersey Department ...
KEYPORT, NJ — The Borough of Keyport wrapped up its 2024 legislative calendar during a council meeting held on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. The session, which took place in Borough Hall at 70 West Front Street, addressed various items related to the borough’s finances, local ordinances, and ...
Holmdel Zoning Board Reviews Proposed Church Recreation Facility at December 18 Meeting HOLMDEL, NJ — The Holmdel Zoning Board convened on December 18, beginning with a call to order and compliance notice under the Open Public Meetings Act. Members conducted roll call, followed by the Pledge of ...
EDISON, NJ - Municipal Offices will be closed on Wednesday in observance of Christmas Day. Normal hours of operation will resume on Thursday. All three branches of the Edison Library are closed on Tuesday and Wednesday for the holiday.There will be no garbage or recycling collection in Edison ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ — As the end of the year approaches, the Town of Phillipsburg reminds residents of municipal office closures and changes to the garbage/recycling collection schedule for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. Christmas Holiday All town offices will be closed on Wednesday, Dec. 25, ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - Municipal offices will close at 1:00 PM on Tuesday and will be closed on Wednesday in observance of Christmas Day. Normal hours of operation will resume on Thursday.The South Brunswick Public Library will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. Normal hours will resume on ...
BLOOMINGDALE, NJ - Bloomingdale Borough released a Holiday Waste Recycling Guide. For the week of January 8th, here are the tips given by the town to the community: All gifts, cardboard boxes, wrapping paper (no foil), paper holiday cards, and white metal can be left in recycling bin at the curb.
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — Not sure what to do with the pile of books you have in your home now that they've been read? They can now have a new purpose, thanks to a partnership between the City of Bordentown and BookDrop. BookDrop is a company with a mission to divert books from the landfill and improve ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ – Congressman Frank Pallone Jr. (NJ-06) expressed outrage over severe disruptions in Amtrak’s service along the Northeast Corridor during one of the busiest travel weeks of the year. Pallone criticized Amtrak for canceling multiple trains and failing to provide sufficient resources ...