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KENILWORTH, NJ - Did you miss this past week's top stories? Catch up on what you missed in the links below.

Kenilworth Councilman Releases Statement Regarding Merck Tax Appeal

Kenilworth EMTs Honored with Mayoral Proclamation

Kenilworth Borough Council Waives Sidewalk Café Permit Fee for 2021

Kenilworth Mayor's Report: Dispatch Services, Housing & ...

Free community events in celebration of Autism Acceptance Month.

In recognition of April as Autism Acceptance Month, the Union County Board of Commissioners presents a new edition of free online programming for persons with disabilities and special needs, featuring interactive fun for the whole family. The series is hosted by the Union County Office for Persons with Disabilities and Special ...

NEW JERSEY — The New Jersey State Police are currently looking for individuals who want to join their century-old elite police force. 

The agency has more than 120 career paths with specialized training opportunities. State Troopers earn a starting salary of almost $65,000 per year with pension, health and life insurance benefits for 14-day work months. There are ...

KENILWORTH, NJ - At the April 14 council meeting, Mayor Linda Karlovitch presented a Mayoral Proclamation to recognize the dedicated work of the Kenilworth EMTs, many of whom are unpaid volunteers, who tirelessly continue to serve on the front lines of our nation's war on the COVID-19 pandemic.

Those who were honored were Captain Laura Corveleyn, Lieutenant Elizabeth Toro, ...

KENILWORTH, NJ - The Board of Education posted the following data regarding the weekly coronavirus update in the public schools for the week of April 12 through April 16, 2021.

Harding Elementary School

Total enrollment 664 

Number of students officially on record as Remote Learning 196 

Total number of COVID cases reported to the school district this week* ...

Schools get details of plan to postpone standardized tests and word on what to expect in the new school year.

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The Murphy administration has wrapped up its plans to postpone ...

KENILWORTH, NJ - David Brearley Middle School and High School announced the students who have qualified for Honor Roll and High Honor Roll for the first marking period of the 2020-21 academic year.

DBMHS recognizes student achievement every marking period at the two levels.

To be named to the honor roll, the minimum requirements are two course grades of (80-84) if all other grades ...

KENILWORTH, NJ - The Bears have been busy preparing and are looking forward to the wrestling match today, April 6, when they challenge the Tigers. 

The match will take place at Linden High School at 4:30 p.m.

The match will be live-streamed via this LINK

Governor Murphy has declared that the bear hunt is over. Many representatives in the New Jersey State Senate and Assembly disagree with his position. Where does the public stand on the issue?

SUSSEX COUNTY, NJ — In 2014 Pedals the black bear became famous for sauntering upright through suburbs in northwest New Jersey.  Occasionally seen dipping down to rest or ducking into ...

MIDDLETOWN, NJ -  This a story about Prancer. He's a bit angry. However, he needs a little love, and maybe it's going to come from you. Regardless, Prancer is helping the great work at The Second Chance Pet Adoption League - they are a place to check out, so you can rescue a furry friend. You can find them right here on Facebook Groups.

This story and is sure to ...

NEWARK, NJ – Essex County authorities are offering a reward totaling $5,000 to anyone who can provide information leading to the arrest and conviction of those connected to a Newark October homicide. 

The Essex County Prosecutor's Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force is investigating the killing of Nazim Cheek, 19, of Newark, who was fatally shot ...

KENILWORTH, NJ – Meet Kai, Jr and Tracie Kenilworth's TAPinto Pets of the Week!

Jr is a six-year-old rescue who likes to walk around like a Victoria's Secret model. Susy is 13, and also a rescue. She snores so loud it sounds like she is having a bad dream most of the time. But she's not. Both cats love Temptation Treats and chicken burritos. They like to lie around most ...

KENILWORTH, NJ – Meet Kai, Alex and Tracie Kenilworth's TAPinto Pets of the Week!

Kai is a German Shephard mix from a rescue and about seven years old. His favorite thing is to socialize with people, dogs, and go on walks. Alex is three years old and is a German Shephard and Belgian Shephard mix. His favorite things are to play fetch and tug of war with ...

KENILWORTH, NJ – Meet Chloe Kenilworth's TAPinto Pet of the Week!

Chloe is a three-year-old, F1 Mini Goldendoodle. She was born in Florida, so it’s no surprise that she loves spending time outside. The mention of the word “walk” sends her straight into zoomies. We now only spell the word when communicating among humans (I think she’s catching on ...

KENILWORTH, NJ – Get to know Fred Soos. The newly appointed Chief of Police.  

Born and raised in Kenilworth, Fred Soos is a man of many trades and interests.

A diligent and assiduous student, Soos completed his undergraduate studies at Albright College in Reading, Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. In 1991 he decided to open a deli with his older ...