TOP LOCAL News
By GRACE MCCULLUM
April 17, 2026
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – From live music, comedy and major stage performances to student athletics, cultural celebrations, local history programs and community events, Morris County is packed with things to do this weekend. Events scheduled for Friday, April 17 through Sunday, April 19 include:FRIDAY ...
CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT 11, NJ — Analilia Mejia won Thursday's special election and will represent New Jersey's District 11 in Congress. Polls closed at 8 p.m. Thursday, following early voting from April 6 to April 14. Mejia, a Democrat, a former head of the Working Families Alliance, defeated ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - Athletes from East Hanover and Parsippany are among a standout group of gymnasts leading Morris County-based North Stars Gymnastics Academy to a dominant showing at the Region 7 Championships, earning spots at upcoming national competitions.The academy produced the highest number ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – Officials are warning residents who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to take extra precautions following reports of increased EBT card theft across Morris County.According to the Morris County Department of Human Services, recent incidents have ...
EAST HANOVER AND FLORHAM PARK, NJ - East Hanover and Florham Park voters are encouraged to go out and vote in Thursday's Special Election, being held to fill the vacant CD11 Congressional seat that was previously occupied by Governor Sherrill.Candidates are:Republican Joe HathawayDemocrat Analilia ...
EAST HANOVER, NJ - Hanover Park pulled away early and never looked back, defeating Parsippany 7-1 on Monday afternoon.The Hornets set the tone in the first inning, erupting for four runs to seize control. They added two more in the third and another in the fourth to build a commanding 7-0 lead ...
EAST HANOVER, NJ - Everyone is encouraged to support the Hanover Park Class of 2026 for its Project Graduation and Wednesday night is the perfect opportunity to do so.Between the hours of 4pm and 8pm, Panera Bread in Florham Park will be donating a portion of all sales back to Project ...
EAST HANOVER, NJ -The East Hanover Township Council convened for its latest meeting last Monday which ran smoothly and efficiently.A key portion of the meeting focused on a public hearing for Ordinance 06-2026, which proposes adding Block 129, Lot 7 to the township’s Residential Multi-Family 4 ...
EAST HANOVER, NJ - The Hanover Park baseball team used a pair of early offensive bursts to power past Glen Ridge, 10-6, on April 10th.The Hornets (5-2) wasted no time getting on the board, scoring three runs in the first inning before breaking the game open with a seven-run third. That surge proved ...
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FLORHAM PARK, NJ - The Borough of Florham Park will be participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, which is Saturday, April 25th.The collection site in Florham Park will be at Borough Hall and the hours of operation will be from 10am to 2pm. All are welcome to drop off unused, ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Residents planning to vote in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District Special General Election on April 16 are being reminded that early voting will run from Monday, April 6 through Tuesday, April 14. The Special General Election will take place on Thursday April 16. The ...
The Calais School invites you to its 10th Annual Transition Fair on Thursday, April 16 from 6:30 – 8:00 PM in Whippany, NJ. This in-person event supports students and young adults with disabilities—and the families, caregivers, and professionals who guide them—as they explore life beyond high ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Morris County is set for a stretch of warm, summerlike weather this week, with temperatures climbing into the 80s and only a few chances for showers and thunderstorms.Monday will be mostly cloudy with a high near 77. Southwest winds of 10 to 15 mph could gust as high as 30 mph, ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ – The Union County Prosecutor’s Office has released some details about the Saturday night shooting at the Chick-fil-A on Route 22 in Union.Prosecutors say while no arrests have been made at this time, the preliminary investigation reveals that the incident does not appear to be a ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - Park Lacrosse seized control of the division with a hard‑fought 10–8 win over Caldwell on Thursday, powered by a balanced offense and several standout individual performances.Cory Hueston set the tone with 4 goals, leading all scorers and anchoring the attack. Samantha Fehir ...
EAST HANOVER, NJ - A major milestone was reached on the diamond as Hanover Park High School's softball standout Grace Waldrum recorded her 100th career hit, joining an exclusive club and continuing to make her mark in the Hornets’ lineup.Waldrum’s achievement is a testament to her consistency, ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From live performances and family-friendly activities to outdoor events and unique local experiences, there’s plenty happening across Morris County this weekend. Whether you’re looking to explore local history, enjoy live music, or spend time with family, residents will find a ...
MADISON, NJ - Madison baseball erupted for eight runs in the first inning and never looked back, rolling to a 16-0 shutout win over Hanover Park on Wednesday afternoon.Madison set the tone immediately, sending eight runs across in the opening frame. The Dodgers added four more in the third inning ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Residents will have an opportunity to safely dispose of unused, unwanted or expired prescription medications on Saturday, April 25, as Morris County law enforcement agencies participate in the annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day program.The event will run from 10 ...
If you are a golf fan, you may be watching the Masters this week. Pimento Cheese and the Masters have been linked to each other in the late 1940's and now has been a staple for those attending the Masters.If your home watching on your couch, you can still participate in the tradition by making ...
EAST HANOVER, NJ - The Hanover Park High School Class of 2026 has kicked off fundraising efforts for its annual Project Graduation, a long-standing initiative designed to provide seniors with a safe, substance-free celebration on graduation night.Organized by the Hanover Park PTO along with a group ...
EAST HANOVER, NJ - The Hanover Park Girls softball team moves to 2-1 for the season after a big win against Pequannock on Tuesday. Hanover Park’s offense came alive in a major way, erupting for 16 runs in a 16-6 victory over Pequannock at Hanover Park High School.After a competitive start, Hanover ...
MADISON, NJ — The Madison Area YMCA recently hosted its first-ever Rays artistic swimming competition, welcoming athletes from across the region for the East Zone Invitational.The two-day event took place Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29 at the YMCA’s 8-lane pool.According to the Madison ...
NEWARK, NJ – The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents New Jersey Ballet, under the artistic direction of Maria Kowroski, in New Voices. Bold Visions — a dynamic celebration of the artists shaping the future of ballet. Performances take place on Friday, April 24, 2026 at 7:30 PM and ...
NEW JERSEY – Four popular Wawa-brand beverages have been pulled out of refrigerators sold at the convenience store due to possible containment of undeclared milk allergens, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).The company says that 16 oz bottle pints of Wawa Iced Tea Lemon, Wawa Iced ...
MADISON, NJ - The Hanover Park Boys baseball team beat Madison on Monday. Madison baseball carried an early lead into the sixth inning, but Hanover Park pushed across two late runs to edge the Dodgers, 2-1, on Monday afternoon.Madison grabbed a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the first. Liam Melvin ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Morris County residents can expect a stretch of mostly sunny spring weather this week, with cooler temperatures at the start before a steady warmup pushes highs into the upper 60s and low 70s by the weekend.Monday will be mostly sunny with a high near 55 degrees and a northwest ...
East Hanover, NJ — An inspiring evening of celebration, connection, and impact is just around the corner. The Calais Foundation 14th Annual Gala is on April 23, 2026, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at The Hanover Manor in East Hanover. Guests will enjoy a cocktail hour with passed hors d’oeuvres, a ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Residents planning to vote in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District Special General Election on April 16 are being reminded that early voting will run from Monday, April 6th through Tuesday, April 14th. The Special General Election will take place on Thursday, April 16th. The ...