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October 2, 2024

Looking for an easy lunch, appetizer or dinner idea? I love flatbread. It's easy to make and you can be as creative as you want. Today, I made a brie, apple, prosciutto and  hot honey flatbread. Once served, both of the flatbreads were gone in a flash so I would guess they were a hit. Total time ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Delaware Valley’s Angel Martinez scored an unassisted second half goal to spoil Phillipsburg High School’s Senior Day activities as the Terriers pulled out a 1-0 victory in a Skyland Conference Valley Division boy’s soccer match on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at the Phillipsburg ...

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SAYREVILLE, NJ -- Jon Bon Jovi walked out to a roaring crowd of teens on Tuesday at his alma mater, Sayreville War Memorial High School, where he was officially inducted into the High School’s Hall of Fame.Bon Jovi, a Sayreville native, has sold more than 120 million records, has numerous ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – The Phillipsburg High School girls' volleyball team celebrated its Senior Night with a thrilling straight-set victory over Warren Hills, winning 25-22 and 25-9 in a Skyland Conference Raritan Division matchup. Seniors Caitlyn Jansen, Addison Acuna, Ray-Anah Brown-Smith, and Sara ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Outside hitter Caitlyn Jansen led the way with 12 kills and setter Sara Ellison assisted on 28 of Phillipsburg High School’s 31 total kill shots to lead the Stateliners to a straight-set victory over visiting Warren Hills, 25-22 and 25-9, in a Skyland Conference Raritan Division ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Alessandra Tolentino and Ella Burke won their singles matches and second doubles partners Julie Kontoh and Mia Dy also were successful once again to lead the ninth-seeded Phillipsburg High School girl’s tennis team to a 3-2 victory over host and No. 8 seed Bayonne in an NJSIAA ...

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WARREN COUNTY, NJ – Mason Wester, a standout student-athlete from Warren Hills High School, has been nominated for the prestigious 2024 USA Football Heart of a Giant Award. Presented by the Hospital for Special Surgery and the New York Giants, this award honors high school football players across ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ — On a magical evening filled with love, community, and hope, over 100 people gathered for Jaxson Rand’s unforgettable September Soiree. The event, held in honor of seven-year-old Jaxson, who is battling DIPG, felt like a prom or wedding celebration, creating memories that will ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The play of first doubles partners Mia Dy and Julie Kontoh has had a lot to do with the Phillipsburg High School girl’s tennis team being over .500 with a 5-4 record thus far this season.The pair, who lead the team with a 6-3 record, won for their third straight match as did the ...

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Phillipsburg, NJ — In a moment that truly cut the mustard on a hot dog-perfect day, the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile rolled into town for a surprise visit on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Its special mission? To meet one top dog fan, seven-year-old Jaxson Rand, who is bravely battling DIPG, a rare ...

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WARREN COUNTY, NJ - A Pennsylvania man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to the sexual assault of minor children.Garry Bunting, 33, of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, pled guilty to second-degree sexual assault, when the victim, known to him, was 16-years-old in January 2022. He was ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg native Jason Tino is set to compete in the prestigious International Six Days’ Enduro, the ultimate off-road racing event in the world, taking place at Silleda in Galicia, Spain, from October 14-19, 2024.Sanctioned by the Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Talk about a great way to get some friendly competition and exercise, the Punt, Pass, Kick (PPK) competition is set to return to the Firth Youth Center on Saturday, October 26, 2024!This youth football skills competition has deep roots in American football, dating back to 1961, ...

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FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ - A teenage driver has been charged in connection with a fatal crash that claimed the life of North Hunterdon High School student Sophia DeTorres on the first day of school. The three-vehicle collision occurred on August 22 at the intersection of Route 617 (Sydney Road), ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ — Jaxson Rand, a seven-year-old battling Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), was honored once again, in a ceremony at the Phillipsburg Masonic Lodge on September 28, 2024. Local officials, family, friends, and the Freemasons came together to celebrate the young boy's smile, ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Italian American Social Club held its sixth annual Michael Middlebrook ‘Liner pride Memorial Scholarship Rib Cook-off on Saturday and even the gloomy and rainy weather didn’t dampen the enthusiasm from the nearly 30 participants.It was easily the most attended cook-off as the ...

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WARREN COUNTY, NJ - A Budd Lake man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to drug charges.On September 27, 2024, George Fischer, 48, of Budd Lake, pled guilty to first-degree possession with the intent to distribute a controlled dangerous substance and third-degree possession of a ...

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WARREN COUNTY, NJ - Wagging Tails, Strong Hearts, this Dog Walk brought it all, as well as comfort to survivors, supporters and their fur friendly companions in Warren County. The damp morning air was filled with a little mist, but plenty barks, tail wags, and the energy of dozens of dogs and their ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - This November, the Phillipsburg Rotary Club is offering an opportunity to recognize and honor the heroes in your life by sponsoring a flag in their name. Whether it's a veteran, a first responder, a healthcare worker, teacher or a beloved mentor, you can show your appreciation by ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A young Phillipsburg High School field hockey team took out their early season frustrations to the tune of a 16-0 whooping of North Warren in a first round Hunterdon-Warren-Sussex Tournament game at the Phillipsburg Athletic Complex on a gloomy Saturday morning.There was nothing ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – On September 27, 2024, seven-year-old Jaxson Rand had the spotlight of all in attendance at Maloney Stadium, taking midfield as the honorary captain alongside Phillipsburg High School's team captains. The rans roared with applause as Jaxson flipped the coin, shook hands with the ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Despite the rain, Phillipsburg High School’s annual Youth Night continued, drawing over 500 local youth and coaches to the field on Friday night. The event, held during Phillipsburg's thrilling 42-35 win over Hillsborough, brought together young football players and cheerleaders ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Sushi lovers in Phillipsburg have something to look forward to with a soft opening of Sushi Kingdom taking place on October 7, 2024. Sushi Kingdom, a new all-you-can-eat sushi and hibachi restaurant, is set to open its doors at 1278 US-22 in the Pohatcong Plaza, a location ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - If there is one word to describe the Phillipsburg High School football team so far this season it’s “exciting” as big scoring plays have been a staple already in this young season.On Friday night, the Stateliners outdid themselves on the way to the school’s 740th win of all-time ...

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This weekend, travelers throughout the Garden State will see the start of changes in foliage. Some areas of NJ, including Long Pond Ironworks State Park in Passaic County and the Wharton State Forest are already at mid-peak conditions. There is small concern that this weekend's forecast may knock ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - All charges have been dropped against former Phillipsburg Councilman Robert W. Fulper on the morning of September 27, 2024.In November 2022, Fulper was charged with second-degree official misconduct and second-degree trafficking in personal identifying information, according to ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A Phillipsburg man has been charged and arrested after shooting another male on the evening of Wednesday, September 18, 2024.At approximately 9:37 p.m., the Phillipsburg Police Department responded to Raymond and Bullman Streets upon receiving notification of a male who had been ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Ra-Yanah Brown-Smith led the way with team-highs of 11 kills and six blocks and Sara Ellison contributed 20 assists and three service aces to lead the Phillipsburg girl’s volleyball team to a close 25-22, 14-25, 25-22 victory over host Voorhees in a Skyland Conference Raritan ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Hillsborough stunned Phillipsburg High School at the beginning of the game and again late in the contest   in pulling out a 3-2 victory over the Stateliners in a Skyland Conference Delaware Division field hockey game on Thursday at the Phillipsburg Athletic Complex.First, the ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ-The Phillipsburg Land Use Board Thursday entertained two cases brought about by homeowners needing modifications and construction on the buildings located on their parcels. Both cases were represented by Attorney Bill Edelston of Phillipsburg who specializes in municipal land use ...

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