TOP LOCAL News
By AL SULLIVAN
October 10, 2025
BAYONNE, NJ - Faced with a 37 percent increase to the cost of the state health insurance plan, the Bayonne City Council is considering going at it on their own.A representative of Brown and Brown, Bayonne’s insurance consultant, told council members at this week’s caucus meeting that they have met ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — New Jersey’s candidates for governor, Republican Jack Ciattarelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill, accused one another of deceitfulness during their second and final debate Wednesday. Throughout the hourlong back-and-forth, at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, the candidates ...
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs has issued an urgent warning to all licensed professionals about a new scam targeting applicants and licensees with fraudulent emails that attempt to install malicious software.According to the Division, scammers are sending emails ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Two squirrels that met their demise while crossing power lines caused large swaths of Bayonne to go dark on Sunday.According to officials, reports of a blown transformer in the area of 54th Street and JFK Blvd were made at approximately 7:30 a.m. First responders found a dead ...
BAYONNE, NJ - The City of Bayonne will hold a health fair on Thursday, Oct. 16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fitzpatrick Park, located on Avenue C between 26th and 27th Streets.The fair will give residents the opportunity to access free senior services, health screenings, educational resources, and ...
KEARNY, NJ – Lilah Gomez came up with seven kills to help Bayonne to a 25-11, 25-12 girls volleyball victory over Kearny on Monday.Avery Johnson finished with six kills and two digs for Bayonne (8-5). Fran San Roque led the Bees in assists with 13 and had a pair of digs.Bryse Steward had two ...
BAYONNE, NJ – Bayonne erupted for three touchdowns in the third quarter to pull away for a 44-15 football victory over Clifton on Saturday.Quarterback Nico Sampson Jr. had a nearly perfect day for the Bees (3-3). He completed 18 of 22 passes for 324 yards and five touchdowns.Chance Fischer rushed ...
BAYONNE, NJ – In a battle of two traditional Section 2 girls soccer powers, Bayonne defeated Scotch Plains-Fanwood, 2-1, on Saturday.Bayonne (8-2-1) scored one goal in each half. Kylie Galano had one goal for the Bees and Samara Porch connected on the other one.Shiela O'Neill and Alexia Maza each ...
BAYONNE, NJ - The Bayonne Police Department officially welcomed their new chief, Joseph Scerbo, at a ceremony inside City Hall on Wednesday. The celebration also included the promotion of Deputy Chief Andrew Quinn, and six sergeants: Kyle Y. Davis, Damon A. Galano, Deana Mendez, Joseph McDonough, ...
NEW JERSEY - New Jersey's motto may be the “Garden State,” but that doesn't mean we're just about suburban tomato and zucchini gardens. Although this is the most densely populated state in the country, traditional forests still cover about 40% of the land, according to the NJ Forest ...
BAYONNE, NJ — The city will celebrate Italian American culture and tradition with the Second Annual Bayonne Italian Heritage Parade on Saturday, Oct. 19.The parade will begin at 1 p.m. at 56th Street and Avenue C, continuing down Avenue C to Devlin Drive. This year’s event, which replaces the ...
BAYONNE, NJ - The Bayonne Division of Recreation Special Needs Sports Program is set for a busy weekend as their Soccer Academy celebrates opening day on Saturday.“We begin our 10th Season of the Academy,” a social media post said. “Over 65 registered athletes ready to learn soccer at the Field of ...
BAYONNE, NJ - The Bayonne Division of Recreation’s Special Needs Puzzle Club will meet on Sunday, from 12pm to 1:15pm, at the Bayonne Museum.For more information on Special Needs Sports & Activities, please contact the Division of Recreation at 201-858-6127 or email BAYONNEREC@AOL.COM.
BAYONNE, NJ - The public will have a chance to share their feelings about the proposed redevelopment plan for 745-247 Broadway at the Bayonne City Council meeting on October 15.The plan calls for the construction of a residential building on a vacant lot between 33rd and 34th Streets which would ...
BAYONNE, NJ — The City of Bayonne will begin curbside collection of autumn leaves on Monday, Oct. 20. Leaf pick-ups will take place citywide on ten consecutive Mondays through Dec. 22. Collections will begin at 8 p.m. each Monday. Residents who wish to participate must call the Department of Public ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – More young women are being diagnosed with breast cancer in all racial and ethnic groups than in years past. While most people think of breast cancer as something that happens later in life, experts stress that younger women also need to be aware of their risks, symptoms, and the ...
BAYONNE, NJ – Bayonne scored a goal in each half but it wasn't enough to ward off North Bergen in a 3-2 boys soccer loss on Wednesday.Mohammed Ali scored the first goal for the Bees in the opening half with an assist from Nicholas Barresi. Barresi scored the other goal in the second half for ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Effective Wednesday, Oct. 1, the Bayonne Building Department will replace Continuing Certificates of Occupancy (CCOs) with Resale Certificates for property sales.The certificates are required when selling one-family homes, two-family homes, multi-family dwellings, or commercial ...
BAYONNE, NJ - A fire alarm triggered a response from the Bayonne Fire Department to Stop and Shop at 1 LeFante Way early Tuesday, Fire Chief Keith Weaver reported, adding that subsequent calls indicated the smoke and possible fire in the one-story supermarket.Arriving companies found a small fire ...
September was National Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, share hope, and highlight the importance of mental health. RWJBarnabas Health's Behavioral Health and Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care are committed to helping communities recognize the signs of emotional distress ...
BAYONNE, NJ — Concerns over traffic conditions on Goldsborough Drive have prompted a rare agreement between longtime administration critic Tom Solari and First Ward Councilman Neil Carroll, two figures who are often on opposite sides of city politics.The Citizen Bayonne complex, located at 155 ...
BAYONNE, NJ — The City of Bayonne recently held a flag-raising ceremony to mark the anniversary of Guatemala’s independence from Spain. The event was led by Mayor Jimmy Davis and brought together city officials and members of the local Guatemalan community.Victor Ramirez of the Guatemalan Consulate ...
BAYONNE — A friendly dispute between Council President Gary La Pelusa and members of the local bird-watching community was settled this week when the City Council voted to designate the Yellow-Crowned Night Heron (Nyctanassa violacea) as Bayonne’s official bird.For months, La Pelusa and bird ...
BAYONNE, NJ — Hudson County and Bayonne education officials gathered recently to celebrate the grand opening of the new Bayonne Vocational High School, a county-operated facility that will expand career and technical education opportunities for local students.Kenneth Kopacz, who serves as both ...
At RWJBarnabas Health, we believe recovery isn’t just possible — it’s real. Two of our own from the Institute for Prevention and Recovery (IFPR), Amy F. and Patrick C., know this firsthand after dealing with their own addiction struggles a decade ago. Today, they’ve come full circle and are helping ...
BAYONNE, NJ — The Bayonne Board of Education has announced the honorees for the Tenth Annual Field of Heroes Program.Being celebrated at this year’s ceremony, for Monday, November 3, are:*Carlo Barbero, U.S. Army*Kenneth C. Chmielewski, U.S. ArmyMichael Wilson, U.S. NavyAlan Russotto, U.S.
BAYONNE, NJ – The Bayonne girls tennis team advanced in the first round of the NJSIAA North 2, Group 4 tournament with a 5-0 victory over Woodbridge on Monday.Bayonne (6-2) will advance to the quarterfinals against top-seeded J.P. Stevens on Oct. 7.FIRST SINGLES: Avery Downey won, 6-1, 6-1. SECOND ...
JERSEY CITY - Athletes from the Division of Recreation’s Buddy Baseball program helped make history recently joining thousands of participants at Yogi Berra Stadium for “Yogi’s Big Catch,” an event that set a new Guinness World Record for the most people playing catch simultaneously.The previous ...
BAYONNE, NJ - A group of Bayonne students, as well as their teachers and school nurse, learned that freedom isn’t free, it’s a gift we in the US have because of the sacrifices of veterans across generations.Notepads in hand and questions ready to go, this was the important message students from ...
HAMILTON/ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - Wild turkeys are appearing more frequently in local neighborhoods, and officials are advising residents on how to coexist with them safely.In a warning officials said that residents should keep a safe distance from turkeys and give them plenty of space. To avoid ...