TOP LOCAL News
By ALLEY SHUBERT
February 12, 2025
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg High School had an early dismissal at 1 p.m. on Feb. 11 due to a sewage-like smell emanating in the academic wing. What was thought to be a sewer issue turned out to be a smell from old water in an acid pit, which was discussed at last evening’s Board of Education ...
WARREN COUNTY, NJ - A Stewartsville man was arrested after physically assaulting a minor victim. On Feb. 7, 2025, the Belvidere Police Department received a report of a physical assault upon a 5-year-old victim, according to a statement from the Warren County Prosecutor’s Office. Authorities ...
Three-year senior bowler Maddix Myers is saving his best for last as he completes his career on the lanes on a high note.Myers rolled a 741 series on games of 259-279-203 on Friday in a 5-2 loss to Belvidere. His series is the second-best since coach Jason Kish reestablished the program eight years ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Senior Savannah Rutar was on her mark with games of 224 and 223, classmate Sara Haschak went off for a 217-game, and junior Raylyn Cook fired a 196 to lead Phillipsburg High School to a 2-0 victory over Sayreville in a NJSIAA North Group 3 first- round girls bowling match at Bar ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Lopatcong Township Police Department linked a suspect to a burglary by using DNA evidence collected at the scene. On Jan. 26, 2024, Lopatcong Police were dispatched to the area of Rugby Rd. in regard to a vehicle burglary, according to a statement from the department. Upon ...
CAMDEN – The city of Camden last year rounded up 2,622 stray dogs and cats – an average of 50 each week – and far more than the typical 1,700 a year captured since 2019.City Council on Tuesday evening will consider spending $962,500 in 2025 to place a maximum of 2,500 animals at the Homeward Bound ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A Maryland resident was arrested in Lopatcong after field sobriety tests revealed their blood alcohol level was more than double the legal limit. On Feb. 8, 2025, at 10:34 a.m., the Lopatcong Township Police Department conducted a motor vehicle stop on Belvidere Rd., according to ...
The road to the team sectional finals for the Phillipsburg High School wrestling team wasn’t quite as easy this season compared to last season. But not by much.The top-seeded and host Stateliners defeated No. 8 Leonia/Palisades Park 72-6 in the NJSIAA North Jersey Section 1 Group 4 quarterfinals ...
TRENTON, NJ — A bill that would vastly reduce plastic waste in New Jersey won narrow support from lawmakers amid criticism from business groups and praise from environmentalists.The legislation, S-3398, was approved Monday by a 3-2 vote in the Senate Environment and Energy Committee, with Democrats ...
LOPATCONG, NJ – Students across the Lopatcong School District came together in a community service project, raising $1,500 and collecting 2,706 pounds of food to benefit the River of Life Food Pantry in Phillipsburg.Over the past two weeks, members of the National Junior Honor Society, Student ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg High School boy’s basketball team is heating up again. And just in time for the postseason.Matthew Scerbo Jr. tallied 24 points with seven rebounds and seven assists to lead the Stateliners to their fifth straight victory, 67-54, over North Hunterdon in a ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ — As the countdown to the big game begins, an unusual unity has settled over Phillipsburg and Easton. Football allegiances that usually divide these neighboring towns have temporarily merged under a brilliant shade of green. Well, sort of. We think there are plenty of Bills and ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - At the January 27, 2025, Phillipsburg Board of Education meeting, held at the Education Center on Sargent Avenue, the board unanimously approved revisions to two key policies aimed at improving transparency and public participation at meetings, as well as reinforcing the policy ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Jules-Hanz Canlapan, a Phillipsburg High School student, has been elected to serve as the Executive Member – Projects for the New Jersey Association of Student Councils (NJASC).In this role, Canlapan will oversee the Standards of Excellence Program, which evaluates student ...
ALLENTOWN, PA – Phillipsburg Elementary School students took center stage at the PPL Center on Friday, February 7, 2025, as they joined the Lehigh Valley Phantoms for Women in Sports Night. The PES Singers, alongside their families and friends, attended the game, cheering on the Phantoms as they ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Whether you’re gearing up for the big game or searching for the perfect Valentine’s gift, Phillipsburg’s local businesses have you covered. From shopping and sweet treats to a Nok Hockey tournament, here are five ways to enjoy your weekend while supporting hometown businesses.1.
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A Phillipsburg resident who was found guilty last year of sexual acts with a minor between 2012 through 2016 was officially sentenced to 25 years in New Jersey State Prison on Feb. 5, 2025. Joseph Gares, 66, of Phillipsburg, NJ, was found guilty by a Warren County Jury on July ...
RAHWAY, NJ — Rahway residents and members of the Rahway Public Schools community may or may not be Philadelphia Eagles fans. But one thing is no doubt certain. This Sunday, as the Eagles take on the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, everyone in town and all those with any kind of love in their ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Town of Phillipsburg announced that the Elizabethtown Gas Project will begin on Feb. 13, 2025, and last for approximately two weeks. During this time, residents should be aware that a qualified contractor representing Elizabethtown Gas will be in the area in the coming weeks ...
NEW JERSEY — Gov. Phil Murphy has signed a law that doubles the number of petition signatures most New Jersey candidates for state, county, and local offices now need to get on 2025 election ballots.The new requirements take effect immediately for candidates who wish to run on all 2025 primary and ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin announced the adoption of ARRIVE Together on Feb. 4, 2025. The Alternative Responses to Reduce Instances of Violence and Escalation (ARRIVE) Together program was adopted in Brick Township and Toms River Township, both of Ocean County, ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg /Belvidere High School boys swimming team has been led by its core four – County Seater seniors Luke Tipton and Matt Beaney and Stateliner juniors Nick Berger and Austin Olexa – all season long.They are the only juniors and seniors on the squad, and they once ...
NEW JERSEY — The New Jersey Judiciary is warning New Jersey residents about a current scam involving jury duty.The scam involves residents being contacted by the fraudster, who purports to be from the Courts or law enforcement, for failure to appear for jury service.“Neither the Court nor local law ...
NEWARK - A city man has been arrested in the fatal shooting of a 9-year-old Newark boy on Friday evening, Jan, 31. On Wednesday, Feb. 5, the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office announced that Jesse J. Dunbar II, 36, of Newark was arrested and charged with first degree murder, first degree attempted ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Before the big game kicks off on Sunday, February 9, the Phillipsburg Indoor Winter Market is planning a showdown of a different kind—one that involves sticks, pucks, and groan-worthy dad jokes. Dubbed “Saint Knock’s Day,” the celebration at 165 S. Main St. will feature a Nok ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The undefeated Phillipsburg High School girl’s bowling team added the Skyland Conference Tournament title to its regular season championship at Bowlero in Green Brook while the Stateliners boys team finished third in the tournament on Wednesday afternoon. The dominating ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A lucky ticket holder is $20,000 richer after purchasing a Jersey Giant Winnings ticket at the Paul Mart in Phillipsburg. The New Jersey Lottery announced on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025, that the ticket was among 14 NJ lottery prizes equaling $10,000 or more for the week of Jan. 27 ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – The countdown is on for the 7th Annual Super Bowl Party at the Firth Youth Center (FYC), an exciting event for Phillipsburg High School students. Thanks to LEAD Phillipsburg Coalition, CARES - Center for Addiction Recovery Education & Success - Warren County, the Phillipsburg ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Senior Savannah Rutar has led the undefeated girl’s bowling team to 12 straight wins as well as the Skyland Conference championship this season. She sports a team-leading 189 average with a high-game of 243. On Saturday, Savannah finished eighth among 78 bowlers at the NJSIAA ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Senior forward Jason Abbott led three players in double figures with 15 points and classmate Matthew Scerbo Jr. dished out 10 assists to help lift Phillipsburg High School to a 63-46 victory over Watchung Hills in a Skyland Conference boys basketball game on Tuesday on Thomas ...