Hawthorne Top Stories
By JOSH LASHLEY
February 5, 2026
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Just about anyone who follows the Hawthorne High School boys basketball program, from their fans to their opponents alike, can attest the Bears are both strategically sound and fiercely competitive on the court.That’s a main reason why the Bears have won some close, thrilling games ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The Hawthorne Police Department Traffic Bureau advises residents that Emergency NO PARKING signs are being posted for Thursday, February 5, 2026, in the following locations:Westervelt AvenueNO PARKING on the SOUTH curb lineCorresponds with the odd-numbered addressesWhen traveling ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Sarah Durgaj, who attends Roosevelt Elementary School, won first place in the annual Passaic County Clerk's Office Calendar Poster Contest. Her art will be featured on the October 2026 page.Danielle Ireland-Imhof, Passaic County Clerk, announced the 30th annual contest winners last ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Three residents have been appointed to county boards. County Commissioners approved Pete Oneglia (TAPinto Hawthorne non-editorial owner) to serve as a Commissioner on the Passaic County Planning Board. Joe Metzler, a former Ward 1 Councilman, was re-appointed to the same Passaic ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - The borough's honorary furry forecaster for Groundhog Day 2026, Paulie the Rabbit, made his first-ever prediction on Monday morning. Paulie hopped into the paws of his former neighbor and buddy, Milltown Mel II, who crossed over the rainbow bridge shortly before Groundhog Day 2022 to ...
*Editor's Note: We have corrected any misspellings of names from the first posting. Apologies to those affected.HAWTHORNE, NJ — Sports officials provided an update on the creation of the Hawthorne High School Athletic Hall of Fame, unveiling the inaugural class following more than a year of ...
WOODLAND PARK, NJ - Joan Herrmann has made it a habit of sharing her experiences with overcoming and persevering life's challenges. The local resident has also made it her mission to bring similar insight and enlightenment from others to her audience for the past 15 years as a radio host, ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - Move over Punxsutawney Phil. There's a new groundhog in town. Milltown that is. Okay, so technically Paulie is not a groundhog. He is a rabbit, and he's been declared the winner in the 2026 Honorary Milltown Mel contest sponsored by the Milltown For All community Facebook ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ — The Hawthorne Board of Education recognized a group of educators and school professionals from across the district as recipients of the 2026 Governor’s Educator of the Year awards during the January meeting.Superintendent Matthew Mignanelli explained the awards celebrate educators ...
Last weekend’s snow event was significant, and I want to thank everyone who did their best to move their vehicles from the streets, and who utilized driveways and the school parking lots so that our plows could remove the snow efficiently. If you have a fire hydrant in front of your property, for ...
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ - Centenary University announced its 2025 Fall Semester Dean’s List in a Monday news release. Hawthorne's Paige H. Boggio was among the Dean’s List honorees. To achieve this honor, full-time students must earn a semester grade point average of 3.8 or above and complete a minimum of ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ – Hawthorne is set to receive nearly $2 million in federal funding to support major infrastructure improvements, including sewer line repairs and upgrades to a key pump station, borough officials announced during the Jan. 21 Borough Council meeting.Mayor John Lane said the funding ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - Kathleen Walters made a promise. If you see her in the community, she's going to talk about history, and this year, it's easier than ever.She is gun-ho on RevNJ, the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution (beginning with the 1775-1776 period) and the ...
HACKENSACK, NJ – Calling all pickleball players 50 and over: The Hackensack Recreation Center will host its Winter Doubles Tournament for seniors.The event will allow intermediate-level participants to have a friendly rivalry, having the option to compete in Men's, Women's and Mixed Doubles. Two ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Police are encouraging junior high students to register for its annual Junior Police Academy, scheduled for March 16-April 21, 2026.2026 Junior Police Academy App Packet_FINAL_FILLABLE.pdfThe Junior Police Academy is a fun and informative program geared toward 7th and 8th Graders, ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ – Borough officials approved significantly higher fines for overweight trucks as part of a broader effort to improve traffic safety on roads with steep grades, particularly on the west side of Goffle Road.During the Jan. 21 meeting of the Hawthorne Borough Council, Council President ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Throughout his childhood Jersey City’s Apollo Poetry, now a contestant on Prime Video Season 2 of MrBeast’s Beast Games, knew he was intellectually different. “My mother said that I started reading newspapers as early as two years old,” he told TAPinto Jersey City during a recent ...
TOTOWA, NJ – Sources in the local real estate community told TAPinto Totowa that New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart may be in the process of purchasing a newly renovated luxury home in Totowa.The contemporary residence, listed at $3.5 million, is currently under attorney review, according to a ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ – Borough officials provided an update on affordable housing litigation and a construction issue tied to a development project during a recent council meeting, highlighting both progress and ongoing compliance requirements. The discussion focused on a settlement with Fair Share ...
PATERSON, NJ - Sunday's winter storm brought snowfall amounts New Jersey hasn't seen in quite a few years, along with wind and freezing temps that made being outside even more unbearable.Most New Jersey residents are heeding the calls to stay inside and hunker down, allowing road crews, emergency ...
PATERSON, NJ - Snow is blanketing the state, giving TAPinto readers a good reason to stay inside, cuddle up under a blanket, and catch up on local news!With more than 90 news sites covering more than 145 municipalities in New Jersey, we want to see how our readers are handling the winter weather ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ – Borough officials highlighted Hawthorne’s continued commitment to sustainability during a recent council meeting, celebrating the town’s latest recognition through the Sustainable Jersey program. Councilwoman Rayna Laiosa said the designation reflects years of work focused on ...
PATERSON, NJ - Florio “Floyd” Vivino, the Paterson native best known to generations of fans as Uncle Floyd, has died after a lengthy battle with health issues, his family announced early Friday morning. He was 74.Vivino’s brother, Jerry Vivino, shared the news in a Facebook post, saying Floyd died ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Detective Rob Taveras is good at catching the bad guys. Or, more precisely, catching up to them.Taveras has had to engage in, to use police parlance, several foot pursuits as he keeps the city safe and secure as a member of the New Brunswick Police Department’s Safe Neighborhood ...
TOTOWA, NJ – Sources in the local real estate community told TAPinto Totowa that New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart may be in the process of purchasing a newly renovated luxury home in Totowa.The contemporary residence, listed at $3.5 million, is currently under attorney review, according to a ...
We are having a major snow event this weekend. Temporary Overnight Parking as follows:Beginning on Saturday, January 24 at 3pm, overnight parking will be permitted at the following school properties: Washington School, Roosevelt School, Lincoln Middle School. Vehicles must not block school ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ — “Everybody's favorite uncle,” Floyd Vivino died on January 22, 2026, after two years of health issues, according to a Facebook post by his brother Jerry. He was 74.Flavio Romeo, Hometown Podcast, interviewed Floyd in Hawthorne three years ago, prior to his health troubles.Floyd had ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ – Borough officials urged residents to prepare for an expected weekend snowstorm and emphasized the importance of keeping streets clear so plows can operate safely and efficiently.At the January 21 meeting of the Hawthorne Borough Council, Mayor John Lane explained how parked vehicles ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The forecast is all the rage at the moment as people run to get eggs, milk and whatever else they need to make a cozy snack while weather is supposed to come in late Saturday night, Sunday, and into Monday. Forecast? 8-12 inches of snow, up to 16 inches in more rural areas, ...
TRENTON, NJ — After more than a decade of clicking keyboards, students will be required to put pen to paper once again as cursive writing makes a comeback in public schools. In his final hours in office, Gov. Phil Murphy signed S1783/A3865 into law, requiring all school districts to reintroduce ...