TOP LOCAL News
By TONY GALLOTTO
August 20, 2024
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Wanna be in the movies? Your big break may be coming. A Manhattan casting agency has put out a call for New Jerseyans to be paid extras in Adam Sandler’s “Happy Gilmore 2,” a Netflix sequel to his 1996 box office hit comedy. Grant Wilfley Casting will hold a casting call from ...
Linden, NJ -The Linden Police Department will be participating in the "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign" from August 16 through September 2, a high-visibility enforcement period. In support of the law enforcement community’s dedication to protecting the lives of residents in their ...
CLARK, NJ - The Union County Summer Music Festival turned into a day of vibrant energy and family-friendly fun as Taylor Nation headlined a spectacular event that drew Swifties and festival-goers of all ages on Saturday. Presented by the Union County Board of County Commissioners and held at ...
Last week, residents in most areas of New Jersey were alerted to a Tornado Watch, which suprised many readers. What exactly is a Tornado Watch, and how is it different from a Tornado Warning? Let's find out: According to the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management, a Tornado Watch is issued ...
TRENTON, NJ — To make up for a summer of repeated delays and cancelations, Gov. Phil Murphy is giving NJ Transit travelers a “transit fare holiday,” from Monday, Aug. 26 through Labor Day, Sept. 2. NJ Transit train, light rail and bus commuters will get free rides, and monthly pass holders will ...
WASHINGTON DC – The US Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service announced Perdue Foods is recalling 161,171 pounds of frozen ready-to-eat chicken breast nugget and tender products. According to the FSIS announcement the chicken products may have been “contaminated with ...
LINDEN, NJ-Come out and join Communities In Cooperation Inc's for their 3rd Annual Impact Fest It will be an unforgettable free event for the entire family. The event will be held at Woodrow Wilson Park on Saturday, September 7,2024, from 11:30 am - 4 pm. Enjoy free family fun with wellness ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Pat Hobbs has resigned as the athletic director at Rutgers University, breaking ties with a department that has a budget of almost $170 million - accounting for about 3% of the school’s $5.6 billion budget. Hobbs is stepping down due to health issues, according to a statement ...
CVS store brand Premium Infant Formula with Iron Milk-Based Powder has been recalled due to levels of Vitamin D above the maximum level permitted, announced Perrigo Company. The recall includes three lots within one batch or 16,500 cans of premium infant formula with iron milk based powder shipped ...
Leer en español NEWARK — A package of bills signed by Gov. Phil Murphy (D) into law on Tuesday aims to strengthen youth literacy skills with a focus on grades K-3. Murphy signed the bills in Newark, where the school district has struggled with reading scores. School officials reported last ...
LINDEN, NJ — The Linden High School Varsity Football Team is preparing for the upcoming season, which begins soon. Here is the 2024 regular season schedule, as posted on the Athletic Department's website. Date Time Opponent Location August 30 6 ...
LINDEN, NJ — It's almost time to go back to school in Linden. School begins for students on Thursday, September 5. The last day is June 24, 2025. Schools will be closed on the following days, according to Linden Public Schools: September 18 - Election Day October 3 - Rosh ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Low in calories and versatile, cucumbers can flavor beverages, perk up a salad, served as a snack, or made into pickles. This popular vegetable is a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamin K. Plus, they have a high water content, making them a mild diuretic to help in ...
Linden, NJ - Sign up now for Linden Tigers Pop Warner Football in Linden, NJ! Registration is open for the upcoming season. Join us today! See flyer for details!
Linden, NJ - Start Strong, Finish Stronger: Linden Public Schools' Before/Aftercare Programs! Linden Public Schools proudly offers Before/Aftercare programs for all PreK-4 to 5th-grade students. According to Frances Czylek, supervisor of the programs, these sessions provide a safe and engaging ...
PARIS, FRANCE -- Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, the queen of the track and field world, added another gold jewel to her crown when the New Jersey native blew open the women's 4x400-meter relay with an historic second leg to spark Team USA to an American record and a blowout victory on Saturday at the ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Aditi Gopalakrishnan, a Piscataway resident and rising junior at Woodbridge Academy Magnet School served as captain of Team JAM Session which placed 2nd at the RoboCup Junior Internationals OnStage League competition in Eindhoven, Netherlands this summer. Gopalakrishnan and ...
LINDEN, NJ - Save The Date!!!! Sunday, September 15, 2024. The City of Linden will be hosting the Latin Festival/Street Fest Auto & Bike Show!! RAIN OR SHINE Check out flyer for details!!!
NEW JERSEY - The state of New Jersey ranked as having the 8th most student debt in the nation in 2024, according to a study done by WalletHub. The personal finance website ranked all 50 states, and the District of Columbia, by a total score based on each state's ranking in student-loan indebtedness ...
NEW JERSEY — Each year, COMMERCE Magazine and the Commerce and Industry Association of NJ (CIANJ) celebrate the dedication and achievements of women in leadership within New Jersey’s vibrant business community. August marks the fourth annual Enterprising Women In Commerce Awards Reception ...
LINDEN, NJ-Get Ready for Back-to-School with FREE Immunizations! At Linden Public Schools, we believe every child deserves a strong start to the school year. That's why our Multilingual Learners Department is teaming up with the Union County Immunization Clinic to bring you FREE back-to-school ...
ELIZABETH, NJ - Distinguished Pizzaiolo, Al Santillo, owner of iconic Santillo’s Brick Oven Pizza in Elizabeth is teaming up with celebrity Dave Portnoy to help rebuild his century-old pizzeria that was severely damaged in a fire this past January. The founder of Barstool Sports,aka “El ...
LINDEN, NJ — A tornado watch is in effect for Union County on Friday, Aug. 9, until 2 p.m., the National Weather Service announced. A tornado watch means that tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area. The National Weather Service advises the following during a tornado: At Your ...
Linden, NJ-The Linden Public Library is pleased to announce their line-up of adult programs for August 2024. Discover a variety of adult programs at Linden Public Library. From DeStress Fest to Chair Yoga, there's something for everyone. Register now! Here is a full listing of events that can ...
NEW JERSEY - For many incoming college students, the transition to life on campus can be a challenge - new people, an unfamiliar place, and none of the comforts of home. Factor in a disability, such as a spinal cord injury (SCI), and the experience can be even more daunting. Fortunately, the ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ -- The crowd came to watch history at Union Catholic's watch party for alumna Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone at Stage House Tavern in Mountainside, and the GOAT delivered a dominating performance at the Paris Olympics in the 400M hurdles on Thursday, August 8. She became the first ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — Another summer of above-normal summer temperatures in much of the country may be taking its toll on your vegetable gardens. Temperature extremes can interfere with flowering and fruit set, resulting in poor flowering, blossom drop, and a lack of or misshapen fruit on tomatoes, ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Now is the time to let the county know your concerns about spots at risk of natural disasters, or share project ideas to make your community less vulnerable to extreme weather. The Union County Board of Commissioners has contracted with engineering company Michael Baker ...
Poor flowering and misshapen or a lack of fruit on tomatoes, peppers and squash may be due to the weather, not your gardening skills. Temperature extremes can interfere with flowering and fruit set on these and other vegetables in your garden. We watch for and can’t wait to taste that first red ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ -- As her Union Catholic family cheered from a watch party at Stage House Mountainside, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone moved one step closer to defending her title with a very comfortable victory in her semifinal heat of the women's 400-meter hurdles on Tuesday at the Olympics at Stade ...