TOP LOCAL News
By KRISTIN ANTONELLO
May 27, 2025
TRENTON, NJ — Legislation that would prohibit the declawing of a cat or other animal in New Jersey unless it was deemed necessary by a veterinarian for a therapeutic purpose has advanced in the State Legislature.The bill, S-1406, sponsored by Senators Troy Singleton (D-Burlington) and Vin Gopal ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The Hightstown High School's Spanish National Honor Society is hosting a “Hispanic Wax Museum” to celebrate heritage during a free community event. The event will bring history and culture to the community to be inspired to celebrate the contributions and influence of Hispanic ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - When four first-year students launched a research project to tackle a social issue on campus in 2022, they were shocked to learn that nearly a third of Rutgers-New Brunswick students were identified as food insecure in a basic needs study.“We were very surprised because we ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – On a bright and sunny Monday morning, the streets of Hightstown were full of pride, patriotism, and community spirit as residents gathered for the town’s 103rd Annual Hightstown Memorial Day Parade. The festivities kicked off at 9:00 in the morning, starting at Grace Norton Rogers ...
HAMILTON, NJ – Assemblyman Wayne DeAngelo, who represents East Windsor and Hightstown, is hosting an outreach event to provide access to services for veterans as well as free hair cuts for veterans. DeAngelo, who serves as vice-chairman of the Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs Committee, says ...
FLORENCE, NJ — An exciting four nights of fun returns to the area beginning on Wednesday night. The Roebling Carnival is being held from Wednesday, May 28 through Saturday, May 31 at Nyikita Field, across from the Roebling School, which is located at 1330 Hornberger Avenue in FlorenceThe carnival's ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - Three firefighters who were injured while combating a warehouse fire in South Brunswick have been released from the hospital, according to the Monmouth Junction Fire Department. All three were released from Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick on Sunday.“We ...
From home title schemes, government impersonators, and property fraud claims — crimes of deception are growing in volume and sophistication. At the Mercer County Clerk’s Office, we’ve seen firsthand the emotional and financial toll these schemes can take on our residents. That’s why we’ve made it a ...
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ - The New Jersey Conference of Mayors (NJCM) marked a major milestone Tuesday with a celebratory ribbon-cutting to open its 60th Annual Spring Conference at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City.The Spring Conference is NJCM’s premier event, bringing together local ...
HIGHTSTOWN – EAST WINDSOR, NJ – The local community is gearing up to celebrate one of its most cherished events - the annual Hightstown Memorial Day Parade. The parade will feature more than 30 participants, ranging from area first responders, community groups, kids-based groups, marching bands, ...
EAST WINDSOR - HIGHTSTOWN, NJ — If you live in the East Windsor-Hightstown area, you may be used to noise coming from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL).JBMDL has released its monthly "Noise Level Calendar" for May 2025 so that its neighbors know what to expect when it comes to sounds coming ...
EAST WINDSOR-HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – If you're spending the weekend with friends or family this Memorial Day weekend, there are some things to do in the area - or just take the time to relax, if you can.Mercer County's Annual Memorial Day Commemoration: On Sunday, May 25, the Mercer County Division of ...
NEWARK, NJ – U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver appeared before federal Magistrate Judge Stacey Adams on Wednesday afternoon after being charged with assaulting a Homeland Security Investigations agent outside an immigrant detention center in Newark about 10 days ago. McIver was allowed to appear virtually ...
EAST WINDSOR/HIGHTSTOWN, NJ — Memorial Day is a holiday honoring the men and women who died while serving in the United States military. Memorial Day, which is observed on the last Monday of May, occurs this year on Monday, May 26.Memorial Day is a State and Federal holiday, so all State and ...
EAST WINDSOR-HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – East Windsor Township and the Borough of Highstown have botth recently received a large infusion of state aid to support local programs to keep the community looking its best. Under the Clean Communities grant program administered by the New Jersey Department of ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Chief Master Sergeant James Kana was a leader for almost four decades in the United States Air Force, particularly with posts at Joint Base McGuire-Dix- Lakehurst. Now, this Memorial Day, he will lead the annual Hightstown Parade to commemorate the occasion. TAPinto East ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ — The Hightstown Police Department is advising residents and visitors of road closures that will take place in the Borough for one of the community’s biggest events of the year.Road closures and parking restrictions have been announced for the Hightstown’s Annual Memorial Day Parade, ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – Three arrests were made in a matter of a few days each as a result of fake cash, a false ID, or a falsified license plate, according to the weekly police blotter released by the East Windsor Township Police Department (EWTPD.)At approximately 4:56 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, an ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ — Enjoy a night at the theater while supporting the talented student-actors of Hightstown High School at an upcoming event.The Hightstown High School Thespian Society will be presenting its One Act Play Showcase on Friday, May 30 at 7PM at Hightstown High School, located at 25 Leshin ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Get ready to relax this summer with some new reading material that you can pick up at the Hightstown Library Association's Spring Book Sale. Sale shoppers will be able to pick from hundreds of adult, teen and children's books as well as DVDs. Items are available for $1.00 or less.
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The Hightstown High School boys volleyball program is literally in its infancy since this is the Rams’ first season competing at the varsity level.Helping the Rams navigate through the many trials and tribulations of being a new varsity team, while earning some big victories along ...
14TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT – State lawmakers representing the 14th Legislative District – which includes East Windsor and Hightstown – are holding a pair of community events to help residents learn more about utility assistance programs. During the events, which are being held by State Senator Linda ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The Hightstown Council recently approved an ordinance to implement inclusionary affordable housing zoning. The vote came after a public hearing and final reading of an ordinance that amended part of the borough’s code to modify the multi-family residential district.The approved ...
EAST WINDSOR/HIGHTSTOWN, NJ — The East Windsor Regional School District (EWRSD) is being recognized for its outstanding commitment to music education by a national organization.The EWRSD has been given the designation of “Best Communities for Music Education” in 2025 by the National Association of ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Tom Maniscalco, an 85-year-old engineering student who on Sunday became the oldest graduate in Rutgers’ 258-year history, had just given the traditional Red Lion Bell a mighty ring when he paused to offer some advice to his younger classmates.You – yes, each one of you! - can ...
NEWARK, NJ – A federal prosecutor has dropped Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka's misdemeanor charge of trespassing in connection with a high-profile incident last week outside an immigrant detention center, but has charged U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver with assault and interference in that same ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Mercer County is looking to provide senior citizens with summer essentials through the “Summer Safety Cups Drive” to would give them reusable cups packed with go-to items in the warmer months. The County has set a goal of giving 1,000 “Summer Safety Cups” to area senior citizens ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – A 2023 audit of Hightstown’s finances yielded positive and negative findings, according to the borough’s current chief financial officer, Donna Condo, in a presentation at a recent council meeting, the borough’s current chief financial officer.Condo, who was appointed CFO for a ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Mercer County will hold its annual Memorial Day Ceremony to remember and honor the lives of the United States of America's military. On Sunday, May 25, the Mercer County Division of Veteran Services will lead the ceremony that includes placing an American flag at the grave ...
NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey National Guard recently presented Purple Heart medals to a dozen U.S. Army soldiers who served in Operation Inherent Resolve. On Saturday, May 17, a ceremony was held to honor members of the 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team who received the Purple Heart for injuries ...