TOP LOCAL News
By ALEX CONNELL
January 14, 2025
TRENTON, NJ - With Governor Phil Murphy's annual State of the State Address over, legislative leaders gathered and shared statements outlining their views on the speech, and the agenda that was laid out for the final year of the current administration. Republican Senator Leader Anthony Bucco ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr will be remembered at a ceremony held by the Bayonne Interfaith Clergy on Sunday, Jan. 19 at 3 p.m. at Wallace Temple AME Zion Church, 392 Avenue C (Corner of 17th) in Bayonne.The event is hosted by the Bayonne Interfaith Clergy Association, which consists ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – Nate Farkas scored two goals to lead Bayonne to a 3-2 ice hockey victory over Millburn on Monday.Farkas' second goal with 55 seconds left in the second period gave Bayonne (5-5) a 3-2 lead. He was assisted by Alex Fiermonte and Ryan Villavert on that goal.Fiermonte also scored a ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Yarn group and knitting class with teacher Susan Averello will be held in the small programming room on the second floor of the Bayonne Public Library on Wednesdays, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.All experience levels are welcome.New learners should bring a set of size seven knitting needles and ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - In 2024, traffic related deaths reached an all-time high. Bicycle riders and pedestrians were particularly vulnerable. Pedestrians are 14 times more likely to be involved in a traffic fatality, and cyclists eight times, than people in motor vehicles, statistics show.On Saturday, ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Bayonne children in grades three through eight will have the chance to participate in open gym basketball on Saturdays through February 22.Open basketball dates and times are as follows:Saturday, January 18, 20254pm to 5pm (3/4 Grade)5pm to 6pm (7th & 8th Grade)Saturday, January ...
NEW YORK, NY — The US Attorney for New York's Southern District wants former Sen. Robert Menendez put behind bars for 15 years when he gets sentenced on Jan. 29th, after being convicted of taking bribes for misuse of his political clout.Menendez, who turned 71 on Jan. 1, 2025, would be 86-years-old ...
WEST NEW YORK, NJ – Christian Hampton collected 23 points, 10 rebounds and three assists to lead Bayonne to a 62-41 boys basketball victory over Memorial on Saturday.Noah Shaw finished with 15 points, six rebounds and two assists for the Bees (4-4), who outscored Memorial, 18-10, in the second ...
BAYONNE, NJ - A 25-year-old Bayonne man known on social media as “Famous Richard” was in federal court on Friday to face charges with possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon. As previously reported, on July 4, 2024, members of the Bayonne Police Department responded to reports ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - The cost of riding the PATH train is set to rise this weekend for the first time in a decade. Prices for a single trip on PATH will increase from $2.75 to $3.00 starting Jan. 12. A 10-trip card will increase from $26.00 to $28.50. A 30-day pass will increase from $110.25 to ...
NEW JERSEY – Human trafficking involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion for forced labor, commercial sex, or services. Every year, millions of women and children are trafficked worldwide, including right here in New Jersey. As one of the most densely populated and economically vibrant states, ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ – Penelope Feeney scored 19 points and grabbed five rebounds to lead Bayonne to a 57-23 girls basketball victory over Lincoln on Thursday.Giselle Davis finished with 17 points, five rebounds and four assists for the Bees (9-2), who were never headed after outscoring Lincoln, 17-3, ...
BAYONNE, NJ – Union City rallied for a 46-45 boys basketball victory over Bayonne on Thursday.Fernando Badillo finished with 10 points for Union City (5-3), which trailed, 35-32, going into the fourth quarter.Noah Shaw led Bayonne (3-4) with 13 points. Christian Hampton had 12 points and three ...
BAYONNE, NJ - The Bayonne Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 25-year-old man, Rashee Coe.Rashee was last seen on January 9, 2025, leaving his residence in the Humphrey Avenue area of Bayonne. At the time, he was wearing a blue thermal-style shirt.
BAYONNE, NJ - In what was a surprise to some political observers, trustees for the Bayonne Board of Education named Mary Jane Desmond as president and Sam Maggio as vice president at the Jan. 7 reorganization meeting. The pair replaced Jodi Casais as president and Hector Gonzalez as vice ...
BAYONNE, NJ - When Bayonne’s Jim Pearl ran into Bruce Springsteen at John’s Midtown Tavern during the filming of Deliver Me From Nowhere, a movie about the making of the album Nebraska, it was not the first time he came face to face with The Boss.“Bruce Springsteen stated back in 1986 ‘Remember in ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - Hudson County Commissioner Anthony Romano, reelected earlier this month to lead the legislative body again in 2025, has one wish for the new year: Unity. “We’re in turbulent political times and we have to make sure that we do everything to make sure the people we serve get what ...
BAYONNE, NJ – Janaya Meyers achieved a triple-double as the Bayonne girls basketball team defeated West Orange, 58-52, on Tuesday.Meyers, a 5-8 senior guard, finished with 13 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists for the Bees (8-2), and she also came up with a team-leading seven steals.Giselle Davis ...
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Rob Menendez was sworn into the 119th Congress on January 3, beginning his second term representing New Jersey’s Eighth Congressional District. He was joined at the ceremony by his wife, children, and extended family.“It is a tremendous honor to serve the Eighth ...
BAYONNE, NJ - It’s never too early to start planning for St. Patrick’s Day!The 2025 Bayonne St. Patrick's Day Parade will be held March 23, rain or shine, beginning on Broadway and 5th street and stepping off at 1p.m. A post-parade party will be held at Robbinsville Hall, St. Vincent’s Roman ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - The Hudson County Board of Commissioners recently approved $2,752,600 from the State of New Jersey Department of Human Services.The funding will support the County’s Homeless Social Services and Code Blue program’s efforts in Hudson County, including shelter and food, ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Two days after its contracts for trash and recycling pickups expired, the Bayonne City Council awarded a one-year $3.3 million extension to A&L Disposal. The firm, which has held the contract since 2021, was awarded a previous extension last year. The original contract included ...
BAYONNE, NJ - A 27-year-old Bayonne woman and a trio of Jersey City teens were arrested by Bayonne Police on Christmas Eve, charged with a number of crimes including Robbery and Riot.According to a statement, on the day of the incident, members of the Bayonne Police Department responded to The Wine ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Hudson County residents seeking employment, or a career change, are invited to a job fair hosted by the Jack and Ronnie McGreevey Civic Association.The event, set to be held at 129 Linden Avenue in Jersey City, will take place on Thursday, January 9, and begin at 10:00 ...
TRENTON, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy will deliver his 2025 State of the State Address in the Assembly Chamber at the New Jersey State House at 3:00 PM on Tuesday, January 14, 2025."Over the past seven years, we have built a state that is stronger, fairer, and more prepared to face the ...
WAYNE, NJ – Giselle Davis collected 16 points and nine rebounds to lead Bayonne to a 64-40 girls basketball victory over Longwood of New York in the NYG Hoops Showcase at DePaul High School on Saturday.Janaya Meyers finished with 10 points, six rebounds and four assists for the Bees (7-2), who ...
BAYONNE, NJ – McKenzie Neal scored 17 points to lead Bayonne to a 59-45 girls basketball victory over Hudson Catholic on Friday.Giselle Davis collected 11 points and eight rebounds for Bayonne (6-2) in the first meeting of these Hudson County rivals this season.Charlize Olmo dropped in 10 points; ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Part of a $16 million bond agreement with the Hudson County Improvement Authority (HCIA) approved by the Bayonne City Council on Thursday will be used towards the launch of the long-awaited return of Bayonne ferry service. About $6 million of it, officials said, will cover the cost of ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - Despite rumblings of a possible challenge, Hudson County Commissioner Anthony Romano was returned to the top spot on the board for another year. Commissioner Jerry Walker, who was rumored to be eyeing the role of chairman for himself, was elected as vice-chair.Romano took the ...
BAYONNE, NJ - A 30-year-old Jersey City woman was arrested and charged with Forgery after reportedly trying to cash a fraudulent check at TD Bank in Bayonne.According to the Bayonne Police Department, following the arrest, Desirae Guzman was also found to be in possession of various narcotics ...