Letters to the Editor
By LACEY COTTER
May 7, 2026
Last Friday, my team faced a critical deadline with goals that didn’t just stretch expectations—they shattered any typical benchmark. We delivered. We exceeded. And I showed up fully, even as life threw everything it had at me.In the weeks leading up to that deadline, one of my children underwent ...
There is something uniquely special about a person who not only calls a place home but truly lives and breathes its spirit. That is exactly what we have in Mayor Al Morgan, a born and raised son of New Providence.Al Morgan grew up in New Providence, attending its schools, running through its ...
I am proud to endorse Councilwoman Diane Bilicska and Councilman Alex Kogan for re-election to the New Providence Borough Council. Both are proven leaders who have exceptional experience, incredible work ethic, and an unwavering commitment to serve all residents.Diane has built a strong record of ...
Build a Better Community Together with Lerner and Gardner for NP Borough CouncilThis November 4th, we have another opportunity to put our community first and vote for our local candidates for Borough Council. Every year, two Council positions are open and this year, I wholeheartedly endorse Alan ...
Dear New Providence Neighbors,I am excited to ask for your support for my dear friend, Rupa Kale, who is running for the Board of Education. If you know Rupa, you know she is a genuinely kind and caring person who is always the first to step up and help others. She has supported me and my family on ...
New Providence, like many towns in NJ, keeps dinking about with E-bike ordinances. E-bikes and E-scooters are simply low-speed motorcycles, full stop. Low-speed motorcycles are less than 50 cubic centimeters (cc) or have a 1.5 brake horsepower motor or less with a maximum speed no more than 35 ...
I have the pleasure of serving alongside Steve Rossi on the Board of Adjustment, where he consistently brings insight, integrity, and a deep commitment to our community. Steve is exceptionally intelligent, hardworking, and thoughtful. His calm demeanor, strong communication skills, and willingness ...
My name is Linda Kale, I am a long-time resident of New Providence. I’m amember of the New Providence Lions Club as well as several other community mindedorganizations. As a mother of six children who have all gone through the NewProvidence School System, graduated and now lead successful lives, I ...
In this election, challengers have chosen to rely on national political rhetoric to sway residents, attempting to connect our council members with national issues. Values do matter! However, local elections should be decided by facts and results, not by outside narratives.If you look closely, you ...
To My Fellow New Providence Residents,My wife Lisa and I have proudly called New Providence home for over 30 years. When we first moved here, we were drawn by its safety, excellent schools, and warm, welcoming community—and it has never disappointed.I’ve had the pleasure of knowing both Alex Kogan ...
It is my distinct honor and pleasure to endorse Councilwoman Diane Bilicska and Councilman Alex Kogan for re-election to New Providence Borough Council. Their proven track record, extensive experience, dedication to service and community, their integrity, and ability to work so well with others, ...
As someone who went through our terrific New Providence School system and has been following the upcoming Board of Education elections, one thing has become clear this election season - there is no better choice than Steve Rossi for the Board of Education elections. Steve is someone who is ...
New Providence is blessed in so many ways. Our community is strong and close-knit, with thriving volunteer groups, incredible leadership, and amazing schools. All of this and more make our little town one of the safest and most desirable places in the nation to live, raise a family, and age in ...
As a former New Providence Borough Council President, I have a deep understanding and appreciation of the demands of serving on Borough Council and what it takes to be an intelligent, strong and caring representative in our community. It is my belief that when evaluating candidates for Council, it ...
After attending the Candidate Forum on Wednesday, October 22nd, I came away convinced that Steve Rossi is the strongest candidate for the New Providence Board of Education. In all transparency, I have known Steve for several years, as we are both New Providence Lions Club members and have worked ...
The strife consuming our national political life is sometimes exploited in local political campaigns to overshadow the pressing issues we face at home. Therefore, we should carefully evaluate the people running for town council and consider their temperament, qualifications and policy positions. I ...
There is a lot of information out there for you to read and watch on each candidate running for Borough Council. I read everything and watched everything and came to one conclusion: The only thing you need to read is the last Get to Know Question in Week 5 here on TapInto. The question is this:In ...
As a proud New Providence Pioneer for many years, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside so many dedicated neighbors who give their time and talent to make this community thrive. Two of those people are Councilwoman Diane Bilicska and Councilman Alex Kogan, and I’m proud to wholeheartedly ...
I’m writing to support Rupa Kale as a candidate for the New Providence Board of Education. As a parent with a child in the district, I’ve seen how much it matters to have leaders who genuinely care about our schools and community.I’ve known Rupa since moving to New Providence almost a decade ago ...
New Providence: Steady Leadership, Strong CommunityAs someone who has lived, worked, and raised a family in New Providence over the past 50 years, I can say without hesitation that this is a community built on respect, tolerance, and kindness. Through prudent governance, we’ve created a town that’s ...
I enthusiastically endorse Amy Lepre for New Providence Board of Education. I first met Amy through Allen W. Roberts PTA, where she was actively involved in many of the same committees I volunteered for. I never hesitated to join any committee she led, because I trusted and respected her leadership ...
As someone who has lived, worked, and raised a family in New Providence over the past 50 years, I can say without hesitation that this is a community built on respect, tolerance, and kindness. Through prudent governance, we’ve created a town that’s safe, stable, and filled with so many things to be ...
I am proud to share my support for Rupa Kale, who is running for the New Providence Board of Education. I’ve had the privilege of knowing Rupa for over 10 years, and in that time, she has consistently demonstrated what it means to be a true community member.From the moment I first spoke to ...
We need to continue the positive momentum and continuity that Alex Kogan and Diane Bilicska have established on the Council.Both Alex Kogan and Diane Bilicska bring exceptional qualifications and a wealth of experience to their roles. Alex, with a background in engineering, manages a large and ...
As a longtime resident of New Providence, I urge you to vote column B, Alan Lerner and Brian Gardner, for borough council in the upcoming election. I love New Providence as much today as I did when my husband and I first moved here over fifty years ago. I am grateful to all the many borough ...
As a former councilman who served New Providence for 2 terms in office, it’s important to share that experience and skill sets are important to demonstrate before seeking a seat on Borough Council. It is the years of volunteering and professional business experience that prepared Diane Bilicska ...
This election is pivotal for New Providence. We are confronted with several pressing issues that necessitate leaders who possess both knowledge and experience to address them effectively. It is crucial to have leaders who prioritize our residents, making decisions that benefit New Providence and ...
Some politicians, including Donald Trump and his Republican allies, are trying to paint the upcoming “No Kings” events as gatherings of people who hate America—calling participants Marxists, Communists, or Antifa. That could not be further from the truth. The people attending these events are proud ...
Brian Gardner and Alan Lerner are running for town council to improve the quality of life in New Providence. The town council is ripe for new points of view.Brian has been a resident of New Providence for over 20 years, where he and his wife are raising two school age children. He has a MS in ...
In my opinion, local politics should not get caught up with "labels". Having served on the New Providence Borough Council for 12 years, there was never a decision or vote made by me that was based on or influenced by my political party affiliation. Every decision and vote was completely based on ...