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June 7, 2025

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Registration is open for the Mountainside Summer Swim Team. The Mountainside Recreation Department says practices will be held on weekday mornings, with home meets on July 2, July 9, July 16, and July 23. Away meets will take place on June 30, July 10, and July 21. A practice ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — It’s prom season at Gov. Livingston High School, and seniors embraced the time-honored tradition with style, celebration, and a sense of nostalgia. As with every year, students gathered with friends and family for pre-prom photo sessions—whether in backyards, at local parks, ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ -- After rising from the mat a couple of times to pull out victories in its final at-bat earlier in the tournament, undefeated Gov. Livingston jumped out to a four-run lead in the first inning and got a sparkling long-relief effort from pitcher Mike Liloia to beat Robbinsville, ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — The Westfield Regional Health Department staff is being pulled in more directions to maintain services in the face of $230,000 in federal funding cuts, according to Health Department Director Megan Avallone.  “We lost about $230,000 in federal funding, as did every health department ...

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NEWARK, NJ — New Jersey households, newly burdened with higher electricity costs, will receive $100 to $250 credits from the state, parceled over six months, to help pay the bills, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Thursday in Newark.Typical households will receive $16.60 per month from July-December.

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — What started as spirited weekend showdowns at Columbia Field — with 7- and 8-year-olds swinging for fun and chasing medals — has since blossomed into something much more meaningful: a softball sisterhood that has grown up, leveled up, and now plays with purpose.For eight ...

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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — A legal battle is ongoing between Union County and the companies responsible for doing structural work to the Ash Brook Golf Course clubhouse building in 2016. Meanwhile, the clubhouse is closed for repairs.The county sued the companies in February 2024, claiming they used a ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Down to its final out, top-seeded Gov. Livingston staged a dramatic seventh-inning rally to defeat fourth-seeded Raritan, 3-2, in the semifinal round of the NJSIAA Central Jersey, Group 2 baseball tournament on Tuesday.With the win, undefeated Gov. Livingston (25-0) advances ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Someone asked me last week, amidst the Governor Livingston Varsity baseball team's state run, “What even makes this team so good?”Her inquiry was valid. From the outside, the team looked like every other group of boys that had worn the GL jersey. The answer was clear to me. I ...

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NEW JERSEY — The conversation around supporting employee mental health is growing and, for many companies, workplace wellness programs have evolved from a perk to a priority.“Including well-being programs as part of a company's culture is essential because it demonstrates a commitment to the ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Governor Livingston High School is proud to announce that Ms. Megan Wranitz, a dedicated educator in the GLHS Social Studies Department, will take on a new prestigious leadership role as the High School At- Large Member on the AP Macroeconomics Development Committee, while ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Route 22 eastbound is scheduled to have lane closures tomorrow night on the Bridge over Echo Lake as the bridge deck replacement project advances in Mountainside. A single-lane closure will take place near milepost 50.6 near the Mountainside Avenue ramp to milepost 50.8 near the ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Governor Livingston High School and the GLHS Athletic Department are proud to announce the following senior athletes who have committed to continue their academic and athletic pursuits at the collegiate level next year.Nicholas Angelos – Fencing - Drew UniversityAnthony ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ -- Two milestones marked the Gov. Livingston baseball team's state-leading 30th consecutive victory on Thursday.The top-seeded Highlanders pulled away late for a 12-6 victory over ninth-seeded South River in the quarterfinal round of the NJSIAA Central Jersey, Group 2 ...

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Berkeley Heights, NJ — It was a picture-perfect day for a celebration on The Hill at Gov. Livingston High School as the Highlanders honored 10 senior players before securing their 23rd consecutive win in a dramatic 7-6 walk-off victory over Point Pleasant Boro. With the game knotted in the bottom ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — On a night dedicated to its senior leaders, the Gov. Livingston softball team delivered a commanding performance, shutting out Roselle Park, 11-0, in five innings Tuesday evening at Deerfield Middle School in a rescheduled game originally postponed due to rain.The Highlanders ...

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If you're looking to help your community while bringing in extra income, TAPinto has an opportunity that may be a good fit for you.TAPinto Mountainside is now available for sale. The local news and digital marketing platforms covers the community of Mountainside.TAPinto is a network of nearly 100 ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - For the second year in a row, talented teachers and students took to the stage at Governor Livingston High School for BHEA’s Got Talent. The event, which was held April 30, brought students, teachers and parents together for a fun night, while also raising money for the ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Young athletes looking to sharpen their lacrosse skills and have fun this summer can now register for the 2025 Highlander Girls Lacrosse Camp, taking place Monday, July 28 through Thursday, July 31, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Governor Livingston Turf Field, 175 ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Young athletes looking to sharpen their field hockey skills and have fun this summer are invited to attend the Reaching Heights Field Hockey Camp, set to take place Monday, July 7 through Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Governor Livingston High School’s turf field.Open to players ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - With 104 career hits, 96 RBIs, and seven home runs this season alone during the team’s 22-0 run, senior Anthony DeNora has firmly cemented himself as one of the most impactful high school baseball players in the state — and now, he’s officially our Valairco Heating & ...

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CHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — Tucked away on 55 sweeping acres of woodlands and meadows, the historic Wildfair estate opened its doors this May for one of New Jersey’s most anticipated philanthropic traditions: the 21st Mansion in May Designer Showhouse and Gardens. Organized by the Women’s Association ...

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LONG BEACH ISLAND REGION - Memorial weekend has arrived, and the fish are in Long Beach Island waters for the boats and captains of the Beach Haven Charter Fishing Association. Now that the weather is cooperating, look for some serious fishing. Fish in the area include striped bass, black sea bass, ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Governor Livingston High School athletes delivered standout performances at the NJSIAA Central Group 2 Sectional Championships on May 16-17 at Jackson Liberty High School in Jackson Township, NJ. The competition included athletes from 19 Central NJ Group 2 schools. The top ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The Governor Livingston Highlanders capped off Senior Night in winning fashion, holding off Kittatinny 8-6 in a tightly contested matchup. The win was highlighted by a strong defensive performance and key contributions from the senior class, who were honored before the ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Fall Soccer registration is now open in Mountainside. The registration deadline is July 1. Registration is open to multiple levels, including micro soccer for Pre-k through 2nd-grade students. Games will take place on Saturday mornings from September 13 through October ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Flag Football is returning to Mountainside this Fall. The Mountainside Recreation Department and PAL announced 2025 flag football for boys and girls in grades K through six. Games will be held at Our Ladies of Lourdes Fields on Saturdays from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The season will run ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Recreation Department invites residents of all ages to create their own bouquets.The event will take place on May 28 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Borough Hall Community Room. Children under 10 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Registration ...

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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 ...

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UNION, NJ -- For the second time in five nights, Keith Mann was the starting pitcher in a combined no-hitter -- only this time, the game went the full seven innings, and this time the result came with a trophy attached.The first five batters who came to the plate for Gov. Livingston all scored, and ...

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