Government
By TONY GALLOTTO
January 17, 2026
TRENTON — New Jersey’s new governor, lieutenant governor, Senate and Assembly members and other top state officials are in line for sizable taxpayer-funded 2026 pay increases.Salaries for state lawmakers have not risen since 2002. Pay increases took effect Tuesday, Jan. 13th, as Gov. Phil Murphy ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — Arlene Quiñones Perez has been appointed as the City of Hoboken’s new Corporation Counsel following unanimous approval by the Hoboken City Council at its Jan. 15 meeting.Quiñones Perez brings extensive experience in municipal, labor, and regulatory law, as well as firsthand knowledge ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A resolution that initially split the Phillipsburg Town Council became a hot topic among residents before ultimately being approved at the council’s Jan. 13 meeting. Resolution 2026-21 authorizes a contract with Philadelphia-based planning firm 4Ward Planning, Inc. to prepare a ...
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP - The Township of Neptune will hold a Design Collaboration Session to gather public input for the proposed Division Street Park project. This session is in support of the 2026 Green Acres Park Development application and is intended to help shape the project based on residents’ ...
PARKLAND, FL- The City of Parkland will be hosting an event honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in recognition of Martin Luther King Day in America on Monday, January 19, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.The event, called "A Tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr.," will be held at Pine Trails Park ...
NORTHAMPTON TOWNSHIP, PA—A bridge on Route 232 has reopened two weeks early after being closed for bridge construction.PennDOT announced on Friday that the section of Second Street Pike where it crosses a branch of the Neshaminy Creek in Northampton Township was officially open. The bridge had been ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The East Brunswick Planning Board held its annual reorganization this week, marking both a new beginning and a significant farewell.The board formally welcomed Maria Mueller, who was sworn in as a new member. A recent high school graduate, Mueler was recognized for stepping ...
Linden, NJ — In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Please be advised that Linden City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026
CARTERET, NJ — The Borough Council named Raymond “Randy” Krum to serve as its 2026 Council President, and pledged to continue waterfront redevelopment, downtown revitalization, and make park and infrastructure improvements.Mayor Daniel J. Reiman administered oaths of office to three incumbent ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – The Springfield Fire Department recently responded to a gas leak in a meter at the Gomes redevelopment site.The leak was reported the week of Jan. 5-9 and the meter was turned off by Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L).“It was taken care of (and there was) no danger to ...
The Maplewood Planning Board formally adopted the updated Historic Preservation Element of the Township’s Master Plan following a public hearing at its December meeting, marking a significant step in refining how the community identifies, evaluates, and protects historic resources.Prepared by ...
BELMAR, NJ – Belmar’s boardwalk may be quieter in January, but behind the scenes the Borough is getting to work on an upgrade residents and visitors will appreciate long after beach season returns: a new, year-round bathroom facility on the east side of the boardwalk near 16th Avenue and Ocean ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Bucks County has declared a code blue for the early part of next week based on a forecast of brutally cold weather.The county calls a code blue whenever the temperature is predicted to drop below 20 for two or more consecutive days. The code can also be called during warmer ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Dog licenses must be renewed every year, by Jan. 31. If your dog is not currently licensed, you must first apply for a new pet license.License fee: $12 for neutered dogs; $15 for non-neutered dogs;Late fees: $3 if renewed in February, plus $1 for each additional month overdue;You ...
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey’s new governor, lieutenant governor, Senate and Assembly members and other top state officials are in line for sizable taxpayer-funded 2026 pay increases.In fairness, salaries for state lawmakers have not risen since 2002. Pay increases took effect Tuesday, Jan. 13th, as ...
This is Woodbridge Mayor John McCormac. It’s Friday, Jan. 16th, 2026.Tomorrow is the Children’s Clothes Closet at the First Presbyterian Church of Woodbridge from 10 am to 1 pm, with a 1 pm Saturday matinée movie at the Main Library featuring the movie, “Elvis.”On Sunday, there is a fundraising ...
HOBOKEN,NJ - The Hoboken City Council met on Thursdayfor its 2026 Reorganization meeting, with newly sworn-in Council members Caitlin Layson and Steve Firestone taking their seats on the dais for the first time.The meeting began with the opening of nominations for Council President, with Councilman ...
PATERSON, NJ - In a powerful celebration of service, legacy, and leadership, more than 600 community members, elected officials, and dignitaries gathered for a historic swearing-in ceremony marking a new era for New Jersey’s 35th Legislative District. The event installed Senator Benjie E. Wimberly ...
This is Millburn Township Deputy Mayor David Cosgrove with the weekly Millburn Message.The Millburn Community will welcome the Year of the Horse with a Lunar New Year celebration on Sunday, February 8 from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM at the Millburn High School gym. Organized by the Millburn Short Hills ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a federal holiday that takes place each year on the third Monday of January. The holiday marks the birthday of the civil rights giant and is being celebrated this year on Monday, January 219. Being that it is a federal holiday, federal government ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a federal holiday that takes place each year on the third Monday of January. The holiday marks the birthday of the civil rights giant, and is being celebrated this year on Monday, January 19. Being that it is a federal holiday, federal government ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — Mayor Caseen Gaines has spoken out regarding the news of a $15 million deficit in the Board of Education's budget. “The news of the school district’s budgetary shortfall is understandably unsettling, and the City shares the concern felt throughout Hackensack,” Gaines said on behalf ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners wishes a Happy New Year to Monmouth County’s 53 municipalities and invites them to build on a foundation of innovation, efficiency, and fiscal responsibility through shared services agreements in 2026.“Monmouth County is proud to ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – In a packed municipal building buzzing with applause, Deborah Blakely and Hal English were sworn in as Robbinsville Township’s new council president and vice president, respectively, during Thursday’s 2026 government reorganization meeting.After being reelected to the council, ...
TRENTON — New Jersey’s new governor, lieutenant governor, Senate and Assembly members and other top state officials are in line for sizable taxpayer-funded 2026 pay increases.Salaries for state lawmakers have not risen since 2002. Pay increases took effect Tuesday, Jan. 13th, as Gov. Phil Murphy ...
TRENTON — New Jersey’s new governor, lieutenant governor, Senate and Assembly members and other top state officials are in line for sizable taxpayer-funded 2026 pay increases.Salaries for state lawmakers have not risen since 2002. Pay increases took effect Tuesday, Jan. 13th, as Gov. Phil Murphy ...
TRENTON — New Jersey’s new governor, lieutenant governor, Senate and Assembly members and other top state officials are in line for sizable taxpayer-funded 2026 pay increases.Salaries for state lawmakers have not risen since 2002. Pay increases took effect Tuesday, Jan. 13th, as Gov. Phil Murphy ...
BUCKINGHAM TOWNSHIP, PA—The proposal to build a warehouse in Buckingham near the Doylestown Airport that would have generated up to 90 truck trips a day on local roads is officially dead.The proposal for the 150,000-square-foot warehouse on the DiGirolamo Tract, which is located on Cold Spring ...
NUTLEY, NJ - In a vibrant community like Nutley, citizens can share their opinions, offer grievances, or bestow praise on the subjects that matter most to them. TAPinto Nutley welcomes letters to the editor on everything from elections, municipal government, even your passion for environmental ...
TRENTON, NJ – In an effort to protect the mental health and well-being of first responders, Governor Phil Murphy signed into law The New Jersey First Responders Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Protection Act, which provides employment protections for paid first responders diagnosed with ...