Government
By TAPINTO HILLSBOROUGH STAFF
March 26, 2026
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — The Township Committee voted unanimously at its March 24 meeting to approve an ordinance that will permanently protect approximately 430 acres of land near Hamilton and Amwell Roads. By authorizing the sale of a farmland preservation development easement to the New Jersey State ...
MELBOURNE, FL – Melbourne Mayor Paul Alfrey on Tuesday proclaimed April 2026 as “Water Conservation Month” during a City Council meeting.Alfrey said the designation highlights the importance of protecting water resources and increasing public awareness during April, which the state identifies as a ...
MONTVILLE, NJ — The Delta gas station on Route 202 in Towaco could soon see a major face-lift, as NCK Distributors presented a comprehensive renovation plan to the Montville Township Zoning Board on March 4. The proposal would transform what was described during testimony as a "creepy" and ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – Mayor Al Morgan and the Borough Council recognized New Providence High School (NPHS) Boys Basketball Coach Art Cattano on his 600th win. Morgan read a proclamation in Cattano’s honor at the Tuesday, March 24 council meeting.Art Cattano is a life-long resident of New Providence.
Denville, NJ - Mayor Tom Andes is pleased to announce that on Monday, March 23, 2026, the Township of Denville and Springpoint Realty, Inc. have executed a real estate contract for the Township to acquire and preserve the 17-acre former St. Francis property located at 122 – 156 Diamond Spring Road ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A Bucks County program designed to recover unpaid court fines and fees has recovered more than $3 million since its creation in 2020.The Delinquency Recovery Program (DRIP) is run by the Bucks County Clerk of Courts Office to “bring previously uncollected funds back into the county” ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A Phillipsburg property owner questioned the reliability of police patrols during the March 24 Phillipsburg Town Council meeting, citing concerns about the security of vacant homes. Bill Ohlandt, who said he owns property on Summit Avenue, questioned whether officers have been ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — Hackensack Mayor Caseen Gaines and the City Council recently met to discuss old and new business.One agenda item highlighted updates to parking regulations. To ensure the safety of residents and visitors, the Council plans to prohibit double parking. After a resident reported her ...
ROXBURY, NJ – Criticized for smiling recently when an anti-ICE activist described the Roxbury Township Council as being “all white” and callous, Mayor Shawn Potillo on Tuesday snapped back by saying laughing it off is his best defense against racism.Roxbury Mayor Shawn Potillo at March 24 Council ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Planning Board approved a proposal to redevelop a long-vacant property at 791–795 Old Springfield Avenue into a mixed-use residential building, marking a potential turnaround for a site that has remained unused for decades.The property discussed during the March 23 meeting, ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — While the reopening of Pride Promoters Park in Coral Springs was pushed back until April, city officials recently launched a poll to name the animals in an art installation being installed in the renovated park. Plans call for the park to include a bronze sculpture called Wild ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - On Monday, March 23, the East Brunswick Township Council held its final meeting of the month. Before the council got down to the agenda, East Brunswick Mayor Brad Cohen gave his bi-monthly Mayor's Report. Cohen, who did the ribbon cutting at the Grand Opening of the East ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg Town Council unanimously approved the second reading of a redevelopment plan for the former Armory property, advancing a proposal that could eventually bring a new municipal complex to the site. Ordinance 2026-09 formally adopts the redevelopment plan for 441 ...
MILLBURN, NJ – There will be a public hearing on April 7 for the bond ordinance introduced by the Millburn Township Committee at its March 17 meeting to upgrade the high school's athletic facilities with synthetic turf and improvements to lighting and drainage.Improvements to existing grass fields ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — After issuing a request for proposals to find a single vendor to run Coral Springs soccer programs, receiving seven responses, ranking the top four and having soccer parents speak out with concerns about possible changes, Coral Springs officials now plan to start over. City ...
BOCA RATON, FL — A 19-year-old student pilot from Cranston, Rhode Island, was involved in a ground collision with another aircraft last fall at Boca Raton Airport, according to a recent report from the National Transportation Safety Board .On Oct. 28, the student pilot was operating a Cessna ...
WATCHUNG, NJ — With the March 23 filing deadline now passed, local primary election races are set across the area, with activity varying widely between towns. In Watchung, voters will see both a mayoral contest and Borough Council races on the ballot. Republican Mayor Ronald Jubin is seeking ...
WARREN, NJ — The filing deadline for candidates to submit nomination petitions for the June 2 primary election passed at 4 p.m. on Monday, March 23, setting the stage for local races across Somerset and Morris counties.In Warren Township, Republican incumbents Mayor Shaun Fine and Deputy Mayor ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Red Bank council will hold a hybrid (online and in-person), regular meeting on Thursday, March 26, 6:30pm, at Borough Hall, 90 Monmouth Street.The Red Bank Borough Council will review several items at its upcoming meeting, including a resolution tied to a major redevelopment ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – Hasbrouck Heights approved the following at the March 24th meeting of the Hasbrouck Heights Mayor and Council. Communications:Letter from the Hasbrouck Heights Little League requesting permission to hold their Annual Opening Day Parade on Saturday, March 28, 2026, as well as ...
RED BANK, NJ: The borough announced on their website that the Planning Board meeting scheduled for tonight, Wednesday, March 25, has been canceled.
WAYNE, NJ — Live jazz concerts aren’t typically associated with public libraries. In Wayne, however, they are — and the program behind them has now earned statewide recognition, in an award given by the New Jersey Library Association for innovative programming.“This is an award for the Wayne Public ...
Princeton, NJ – Given that even the deep-pocketed Princeton University has taken steps to shift its direction from “growth to focus” in light of gathering economic clouds, this was no time to be bullish about the town’s annual budgeting process.In advance of Princeton Council’s annual budget ...
MELBOURNE, FL – Melbourne City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved an ordinance on second reading allowing Wholeness Ministries/Still Waters Brevard to operate a vocational school on church property.The property sits on the south side of Aurora Road, east and west of Ferndale Avenue, and west ...
FANWOOD, NJ — The Fanwood Democratic Committee has endorsed Councilman Anthony Carter for reelection and Mike Lowenthal as its candidate for Borough Council in the upcoming election.Councilman Carter, known to many in town as Coach Carter for his extensive involvement in youth sports, is currently ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Township has officially designated April 11 as “Kevin Apuzzio Day,” honoring the late East Franklin Volunteer Fire Company foreman on the 20th anniversary of his line-of-duty death.The proclamation, approved Tuesday night by the Township Council and signed by Mayor Phillip ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — South Orange Mayor Sheena Cullum led a series of community-focused announcements at the Monday, March 23rd meeting, highlighting upcoming events, civic opportunities, and recognizing local youth leadership. Among the key reminders, the Village Clerk’s Office will remain open from ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Residents have been asking for clarity after Summit Common Council held a special meeting on Monday to discuss the sale of the old firehouse at 396 Broad Street. The special session came after last week’s regular council session, where Common Council President Claire Toth outlined a ...
Princeton, NJ — Editor’s note: TAPinto Princeton Community News invites residents to offer their views and comments on the candidates for Princeton Council. Please include the name of the street you live on. E-mail your letter to rrein@tapinto.net. Letters will be posted at periodic intervals – not ...
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Legislature voted Monday on three bills aimed at regulating and monitoring the state’s growing number of data centers.The Senate passed S3379, which would require data center owners and operators to submit semi-annual reports on water and energy use to the Board of ...