Government
By TAPINTO LINDENSTAFF
March 17, 2026
Linden, NJ - It’s easier than ever for Linden residents to report potholes so that our streets remain safe and well-maintained. The new Pothole Report Form streamlines requests directly to our Department of Public Works.When you spot a pothole while out and about, don’t presume someone else has ...
RARITAN TWP, NJ – The route was once planned as the relief from an overcrowded Route 31.If new plans are finalized, what’s left of the Flemington Bypass, also called the South Branch Parkway, could become recreational land and pathways through a congested portion of the township.The plan was set in ...
MILLBURN, NJ – After a recent op-ed in TAPinto Millburn/Short Hills raised concerns about renovations that could soon take place on athletic fields at Millburn High School.Alexander McDonald, the township's business administrator, released the following letter on Monday night in response to the ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ – “What does the Mayor do for a town?” was one of the many questions asked the Hasbrouck Heights Cub Scout Pack -17 Webelos to the Mayor at the March 10th meeting of the Hasbrouck Heights Mayor and Council. The Troop also led the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of the ...
ALLEGANY, NY — Voters will choose between two candidates, Dominic Papasergi and John J. Kolkowski, in a special election for mayor of the Village of Allegany Wednesday.Papasergi is running on the Democrat and Common Sense lines, while Kolkowski will be running on the Republican and Taxpayers First ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — The Township Committee has introduced an ordinance that has the potential to permanently protect approximately 430 acres of land near Hamilton and Amwell Roads. The public is invited to attend the hearing and final consideration of Ordinance 2026-03 on March 24. All ordinance ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Berkeley Heights marked its annual St. Patrick's Day Irish flag raising under gray skies and steady rain — weather that, as Councilwoman Margaret Illis noted, the Irish would simply call "a nice, soft day."With the forecast making an outdoor ceremony impractical, the ...
Princeton, NJ – The day after the Princeton Community Democratic Organization held its endorsement meeting reviewing the four Democratic candidates competing for two open seats on Princeton Council, the endorsement process continued. On Monday, March 16, the Princeton Democratic Municipal Committee ...
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a wind and winter weather advisories that include Allegany and Cattaraugus counties.West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are expected. The advisory was issued Monday afternoon and will remain in effect until 11 a.m. Tuesday.“Gusty winds ...
TRENTON - Legislation sponsored by Assemblyman William Sampson (D-Hudson) and Assemblywoman Shanique Speight (D-Essex-Union) that would provide New Jersey workers with protected leave following the loss of a child or during pregnancy advanced Monday through the Assembly Labor Committee.Bill A2198 ...
TRENTON - Legislation sponsored by Assemblyman William Sampson (D-Hudson) and Assemblywoman Shanique Speight (D-Essex-Union) that would provide New Jersey workers with protected leave following the loss of a child or during pregnancy advanced Monday through the Assembly Labor Committee.Bill A2198 ...
TRENTON - Legislation sponsored by Assemblyman William Sampson (D-Hudson) and Assemblywoman Shanique Speight (D-Essex-Union) that would provide New Jersey workers with protected leave following the loss of a child or during pregnancy advanced Monday through the Assembly Labor Committee.Bill A2198 ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Mayor James Solomon announced Monday the appointment of Andrew (Andy) G. Kaplan as Infrastructure Director for the City of Jersey City, and the removal of the "Acting" designation from Annisia Cialone, who will serve as the permanent Director of the Department of Housing, Economic ...
TRENTON, NJ - Legislation introduced by Assemblyman Kenyatta Stewart (D-Passaic/Bergen) would create a pathway for survivors of domestic violence to obtain identification or driver’s licenses in New Jersey even if they were forced to flee abusive situations without key personal documents.The ...
It’s been a hell of a ride, Berkeley Heights. I have been bestowed the greatest honor to be elected mayor twice, and as the first woman. Every day is filled with wonderful people that I have come to call friends and some, family. But after much discussion and painful toiling, I have decided not to ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Franklin Township residents will have another opportunity to follow the township’s 2026 budget process on Tuesday, March 17 at 7 pm when the Township Council convenes for a budget hearing meeting via Zoom focused on several major municipal departments, including public safety, public ...
SEA GIRT, NJ - At a recent Sea Girt Borough Council meeting, Councilwoman Anthony announced the return of the borough’s targeted goat grazing program after last summer’s pilot project proved effective in clearing invasive vegetation along the Wreck Pond watershed.Anthony presented a recap of the ...
POMPANO BEACH — Federal and South Florida water management officials are proposing a massive overhaul of Pompano Beach’s flood control infrastructure - an effort that would require extensive digging to expand an existing underground culvert system that runs past City Hall and underneath two major ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Victor Fair had no sooner arrived at work one recent morning than he arranged for a series of meetings with the senior members of the Department of Public Works.He and the streets services supervisor went over some messages from residents, prioritizing their requests.Then, he ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg Town Council voted March 10 to apply for a federal grant through Senator Andy Kim. Resolution 2026-46 would help fund an $8.4 million stormwater drainage improvement project along Mercer Street, with the town contributing 20% of the cost. The action follows ...
WARREN, NJ — Several Warren Township municipal offices will temporarily relocate after Town Hall sustained damage from a pipe burst earlier this year.Township officials announced that offices currently housed at Town Hall will move to 3 Mountainview Road (first floor) while repairs are completed ...
TOTOWA, NJ - The Borough of Totowa has detailed how it plans to collect and spend funds tied to its affordable housing obligations as part of New Jersey’s Fourth Round housing cycle.The spending plan, incorporated into Totowa’s Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, estimates how money in the ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—For the sixth week in a row, PennDOT has released its schedule for repairing potholes in area roads. This round of repairs was scheduled to begin on March 16, 2026, and targets the following roads in Bucks County:Route 152/Walnut Street/Constitution Avenue/Park Avenue/Main Street, ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Part of a busy Doylestown Borough intersection will be closed on Tuesday, March 17, and Thursday, March 19 for water system maintenance.The intersection of North Clinton and Wood streets will be closed both days from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The closure will allow the water department to do ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ — The Morris Plains Planning Board is scheduled to meet on Monday, March 16, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 531 Speedwell Ave., with a light agenda that includes resolution memorializations, committee reports and discussion of a revised application process.Among the items ...
The Township Council will have a regular meeting on Monday, March 16 at 6:30 pm. Members of the public must attend in person to participate; the meeting will also be livestreamed for viewing only on the Township's YouTube Channel. Go go the YouTube channel and click the "LIVE" tab; the "LIVE" tab ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — This community paid tribute for ‘Women’s History Month’ to the many women who serve as police officers; paid and volunteer first-responders; work in Town Hall and municipal facilities; and hold key jobs in local government.Woodbridge marked March as “Women’s History Month” with a ...
SEA GIRT, NJ - At a recent Sea Girt Borough Council meeting, Councilwoman Anthony announced the return of the borough’s targeted goat grazing program after last summer’s pilot project proved effective in clearing invasive vegetation along the Wreck Pond watershed.Anthony presented a recap of the ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway Municipal Council took formal action at its March meeting, approving Resolution AR-92-26 to cancel the receipt of bids regarding the potential sale of the City’s water utility. The resolution follows Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe’s recommendation, which was announced during his ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The South Brunswick Township Council is holding its final regular meeting for March on Wednesday at 6 p.m. There is one ordinance on the agenda receiving a first reading and none on tap for a second reading. The consent agenda has 26 resolutions on it. A closed executive ...