Government
By JOHN E. MCCORMAC
February 28, 2026
This is Woodbridge Mayor John McCormac. On Saturday, the Iselin Library has the movie “The Roses” at 1 pm and the Avenel Performing Arts Center has comedian Tony Deyo at 7 pm. For tickets, call 732-314-0500.On Sunday, the Rotary Club of Woodbridge and Perth Amboy is having a fundraising breakfast ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The East Orange City Council met virtually via Facebook Live on Feb. 23, voting on a slate of redevelopment, finance, and public-safety matters while also using the “Call of Wards” to address resident concerns tied to the city’s major snowstorm.Among the key actions, Council ...
WAYNE, NJ — The Wayne Environmental Commission (WEC), along with the New Jersey Academy of Science and other partners, is hosting a free environmental education series for Wayne residents this spring, with programs focused on sustainability, watershed management, native plants and dark sky ...
LONG BEACH ISLAND REGION — The New Jersey Legislature has moved to immediately halt implementation of the state’s controversial REAL/PACT flood rules, giving the Department of Environmental Protection 30 days to amend or withdraw the regulations. Senate President Nick Scutari (D-Somerset, Union) ...
LONG BEACH ISLAND REGION — The New Jersey Legislature has moved to immediately halt implementation of the state’s controversial REAL/PACT flood rules, giving the Department of Environmental Protection 30 days to amend or withdraw the regulations. Senate President Nick Scutari (D-Somerset, Union) ...
MELBOURNE, FL – The Melbourne City Council on Tuesday approved $79,330 for consulting services to assess and plan repairs to the City Hall parking garage after a December 2025 inspection found structural damage.The garage, completed in 2010, provides public parking for city employees and visitors ...
ROXBURY, NJ – Citing the federal government’s “lack of communication and transparency with Roxbury” about its plan to open an immigration processing facility in the township, Gov. Mikie Sherrill today sent a letter to U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem opposing the ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - During a public petition at Tuesday evening’s Phillipsburg Town Council meeting, an advocate called on officials to address the absence of a homeless shelter in Warren County. Tosha Rutledge, who works full-time assisting individuals experiencing homelessness, food insecurity, ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Firth Youth Center has unveiled plans for a new multi-purpose sports complex at McWane Field in Michael J. Weirsky Park, a privately funded project officials say will expand recreational opportunities for local Phillipsburg area children while improving site conditions and ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - The February meeting of the Spotswood Borough Council was held on Thursday because of the snowstorm that hit the area early this week. Thursday's meeting was originally scheduled for Monday and was held in-person as well as via Zoom. The caucus meeting was held first with proposed ...
Flemington, NJ – Preserving Hunterdon County's rich heritage of agriculture and farmland ranks at the top for County officials and many local families. At the Hunterdon County Commissioner Board meeting held on February 17th Commissioner Board Deputy Director Jeff Kuhl, liaison for the County ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Bucks County this week cut the ribbon on a new center designed to keep people with addiction and mental health issues out of the criminal justice by giving them treatment instead of time in jail.The Diversion, Assessment, Restoration and Treatment (DART) Center is located on ...
Jersey Shore, Manasquan, Spring Lake, Sea Girt, Belmar— The New Jersey Legislature has moved to immediately halt implementation of the state’s controversial REAL/PACT flood rules, giving the Department of Environmental Protection 30 days to amend or withdraw the regulations. Senate President Nick ...
Editor's Note: This article is part two of a series. Read part one.HACKENSACK, NJ — Mayor Caseen Gaines and the City Council addressed improving Hackensack's shortfalls in snow removal following recent storms.“To fix the future, we must be transparent about the state of the infrastructure inherited ...
ROXBURY, NJ – Citing the federal government’s “lack of communication and transparency with Roxbury” about its plan to open an immigration processing facility in the township, Gov. Mikie Sherrill today sent a letter to U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem opposing the ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ — In a sudden and unexpected political shake-up, Montclair native and longtime Essex County Commissioner Brendan Gill announced he will not be seeking a sixth term on the Essex County Board of Commissioners, ending a 15-year, five-term run and throwing his at-large seat wide open ...
NEWARK - Mayor Ras J. Baraka signed an executive order Wednesday night that restricts federal officers from using city-owned property, facilities or resources for unconstitutional civil immigration enforcement actions. The signing took place at the city’s 38th Annual Sing in Praise of King event ...
(Correction note: Any earlier version of this story included the wrong address for the new post office location. It has been corrected as “860 North Federal Highway” - not South Federal Highway).POMPANO BEACH — Residents of Pompano Beach will have a new hub for their mailing needs in the eastern ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Borough Council opened last night’s meeting with a proclamation read by Mayor Billy Portman honoring Edith Blake on her 108th birthday, recognizing more than a century of memories, contributions, and community presence in Red Bank. Mayor Portman noted that, “Just for some context, ...
Editor's Note: This article is part one of a series. HACKENSACK, NJ — As several snowstorms hit Hackensack recently, Mayor Caseen and the Council addressed the City's shortfall in regard to clean up.“For many of you, these storms were more than just weather events; they were a significant ...
ROXBURY, NJ – Citing the federal government’s “lack of communication and transparency with Roxbury” about its plan to open an immigration processing facility in the township, Gov. Mikie Sherrill today sent a letter to U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem opposing the ...
TRENTON, NJ – Burlington County resident and long-time labor leader Mary Campbell Cruz has been nominated by Governor Mikie Sherrill to serve as the next Chair and CEO of the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. During her 20-year career, Cruz has worked for significant labor unions and for members ...
TRENTON, NJ – Burlington County resident and long-time labor leader Mary Campbell Cruz has been nominated by Governor Mikie Sherrill to serve as the next Chair and CEO of the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. During her 20-year career, Cruz has worked for significant labor unions and for members ...
WHITEHOUSE STATION, NJ – The Readington Township Committee introduced ordinances that could allow nearly 1,000 units of new housing as part of its mandatory affordable housing plan, against vociferous opposition from the township's former mayor.Many of the new homes would be along Route 22, ...
PATERSON, NJ - More than $2.4 million in contracts for road improvements was approved by the Paterson City Council as part of the 2025 Citywide Road Resurfacing Program and related state-funded projects.The largest award, totaling $1,117,732.35, was granted to J.A. Alexander, Inc. for the 2025 ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - With friends and family looking on in a packed Municipal Building, Ravi Patni was sworn in as the newest member of the Robbinsville Town Council on Thursday. Patni fills the council seat left vacant following Mike Todd’s election as mayor. He will serve the remainder of the term, ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – Saying that the governing body might have to tighten the restrictions on the matter, Springfield Township Committeeman Chris Capodice said that snow being shoveled from lots and driveways into local streets remains a big issue in the wake of the recent blizzard on Sunday and ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — The South Orange Village Council continued its series of annual budget presentations Monday night, hearing from three cornerstone community organizations whose missions center on equity, culture, and youth development. Representatives from the Community Coalition on Race, South ...
NEWTON, NJ – Newton residents who participate in a town meeting will get a $25 Visa gift card. Attendees are asked to share their input about climate impacts in Newton at a public workshop on March 23. The workshop will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. at town hall located at 39 Trinity Street in ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - An emergency temporary appropriation needed to pay bills was blocked Tuesday night by the two Democratic members of the Township Committee.Most day-to-day operations will be maintained, according to Township Clerk Sarah Brake, including police patrols and road maintenance.