TOP LOCAL News
By EMMA G. SCHAIBLE
June 10, 2025
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ—Voters took to the polls today for the 2025 Primary Election. Each party’s ballots included Governor, General Assembly, County Sheriff, County Commissioner, and Phillipsburg Council Member. Results as of 8:10 PM with vote-by-mail votes and early voting only are shown ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg is gearing up for a jam-packed Father's Day weekend with the annual Ole Towne Festival, offering three days of fun for the whole family! Organized by the Town of Phillipsburg and the Phillipsburg Urban Enterprise Zone, this year's festival promises an array of free ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Firth Youth Center announced a new partnership with Pohatcong Township, expanding its Playground Program for Summer 2025. With continued support from Alpha Borough, this collaboration makes it possible for Pohatcong children, ages 6 to 12, to participate in the Playground ...
NEW JERSEY — New Jersey voters will visit the polls on Tuesday, for a gubernatorial primary election that’s drawing the highest campaign spending in Garden State history, exceeding $122 million. Voters will choose from a field of six Democrats and five Republicans. Each party’s winner will face off ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The third annual Phillipsburg Area Drug Awareness Day was held on June 7, 2025, at Walters Park. Organized by Parents Educating Awareness Community Effort (P.E.A.C.E.), the event honors those who have lost their lives to substance abuse and emphasizes the ongoing need for ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - On June 7, 2025, the Hope Day Community Event, held at Walters Park, brought together local churches and residents in a collective effort to uplift and transform the community through volunteer service. Despite rain showers, more than 200 families attended the free community ...
GREENWICH TOWNSHIP, NJ - Two juveniles from Northampton County, Pennsylvania, have been charged in connection to shots fired in Greenwich Township, New Jersey. On Saturday, June 7, 2025, at approximately 10:45 p.m., Greenwich Township Police responded to the area of Dumont Dr. and Hamilton Rd. in ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Phillipsburg High School celebrated their Senior Banquet last night, June 7, 2025 transforming the vibrant SteelStacks campus in Bethlehem, PA, into a night of elegance, laughter, and lasting memories for the Stateliners.Senior Banquet King and Queen Memphis Compton and Aviana ...
WARREN COUNTY, NJ – June 6, 2025 – The spirit of inclusion truly ran strong across Warren County today as the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR), carrying the Special Olympics New Jersey "Flame of Hope," embarked on its powerful journey through Phillipsburg and Lopatcong Towship, Warren ...
WARREN COUNTY, NJ - Due to a recent rise in vehicle break-ins and thefts in Warren County, authorities are advising residents to take extra precautions in securing their valuables and locking their cars. The Warren County Prosecutor’s Office and the Warren County Police Chiefs Association is ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Despite off-and-on rain showers, spirits were high and bats were swinging at the 4th Annual John Russo Home Derby, held Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Walters Park. The derby, hosted by the Steele Hill Youth Sports Organization, celebrated not just home runs but also teamwork, ...
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.
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Here are five must stop events and business to explore Phillipsburg this week and support our local businesses. When you Shop Local, you support your neighbors and help build your community partnerships. · Phillipsburg Farmers Market - Pet Parade & Fair! Get ready for a ...
Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka filed a lawsuit Tuesday morning against Alina Habba, interim U.S. Attorney for New Jersey, and Ricky Patel, special agent in charge at Homeland Security Investigations, charging they subjected him to false arrest and malicious prosecution on May 9 outside the Newark ...
ROXBURY, NJ – It took a grueling three-match battle against a decorated opponent, but former Roxbury High School state champion Luke Stanich, now at Lehigh University, has broken through onto the international wrestling scene. Stanich, on May 31, defeated two-time age-group world medalist Bo ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Phillipsburg High School is always a “guiding light that shines for all”, but sounds it cheers loud and clear when the Top Ten are in academic excellence are announced. Superintendent Dr. Greg Troxell announced the "Top 10 graduates of Phillipsburg High School's Class of 2025," ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg Board of Education held a meeting on June 3, 2025, where two personnel agenda items were hand-carried for vote, and acted upon following a 30-minute executive session. Ed Labatch was recommended and approved as the new Principal of the Phillipsburg Early ...
LOPATCONG, NJ – The Lopatcong Township School District has announced it will conduct a virtual lottery next week to fill three open preschool seats for the 2025-2026 school year. The lottery will also establish a waiting list for future openings.The virtual lottery is scheduled for June 11th at ...
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 ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Last week, St. Luke’s University Health Network hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house to celebrate the opening of its newest outpatient facility, Physical Therapy at St. Luke’s - Hillcrest. The office moved from its previous location on the other side of Hillcrest Plaza ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ -A fatal shooting led to the death of a man at a Phillipsburg residence. On Monday, June 2, 2025, at approximately 4:26 a.m., the Warren County Communications Center received a 911 call from a party stating that someone was attempting to forcibly gain entry into their residence on ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Warren County residents ready to cast their ballots in the upcoming primary election won't have to wait until June 10. Early in-person voting begins this Tuesday, June 3, offering a convenient option for those who wish to vote ahead of Election Day.The early voting period runs ...
This story has an update from the date of the original publication and can be read here. The incident involved a fatal shooting under investigation. Below is the original published news article. PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg Police are investigating an incident this morning. Authorities say they ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Get ready to indulge your sweet tooth, Phillipsburg! Wait, many of you did at the pink carpet event at For the Love of Cupcakes who is re-opening its doors at a brand new location: 35 Sitgreaves Street, Phillipsburg, NJ, starting Monday, June 2nd. This isn't just a bakery; it's a ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – The town of Phillipsburg today officially ushered in Pride Month 2025 with a vibrant flag-raising ceremony at Shappell Park, marking a public declaration of support and solidarity with its LGBTQ+ residents. The event, held under clear, cool skies, drew local officials, community ...
WARREN COUNTY, NJ — On Thursday, the Trump administration's Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released a list naming jurisdictions in 35 states that it considers obstructive to its efforts to enforce immigration laws. Warren County was featured as one of three New Jersey Counties on the list ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A structure fire at 266 Heckman Street led to three reported injuries and 13 residents who are now temporarily homeless under the assistance of the American Red Cross. On Friday, May 30, 2025, at approximately 4:45 p.m., Phillipsburg Police, Fire, and EMS units were dispatched to ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - On May 30, 2025, Phillipsburg Police Officer Scott Palmer was arrested and charged after an investigation revealed Palmer had unauthorized access to the police department’s Records Management System. Representing Palmer is Attorney Donald Souders of Florio Perrucci Steinhardt ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Wyatt Garrison tossed a one-hitter with nine strikeouts out of 15 outs recorded and Brady Handwerk kept up his sensational season with an inside the park home run and four RBI in Phillipsburg High School’s 10-0 victory over Newark East Side in an NJSIAA first round North 2 Group ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Charges have been made against a Phillipsburg officer after an investigation was conducted in regard to obtaining unauthorized records. After receiving information from the Phillipsburg Police Department in April 2025, an investigation regarding unauthorized access to the police ...