TOP LOCAL News
By CHUCK O'DONNELL
March 31, 2026
NEW BRUNSWICK – A city restaurant that has been hailed as a pioneer in the American cocktail renaissance will be relocating to the Health and Life Science Exchange (HELIX).Clydz will take up residence in the first phase of the HELIX, commonly known as H-1, which is scheduled to open in ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Rutgers University police arrested a Colonia man for allegedly brandishing a handgun at an illegal “car meet-up” at an on-campus parking lot and reportedly pointing it at people and vehicles.Police charged Sean Benedicks, 20, from Woodbridge's Colonia section, with possession of a ...
UPDATE: Route 18 southbound lanes have reopened.PISCATAWAY, NJ — A motor vehicle accident on Route 18 southbound near River Road (Lynch Bridge) caused traffic delays Tuesday, according to an alert issued by Piscataway Police.Authorities reported that two right lanes are currently closed at the ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The South Brunswick Police Department is currently investigating two recent accidents in the township. The first occurred in the early morning hours of Friday, March 27, at around 6:45 a.m. along Route 130. This crash closed Route 130 for a lengthy portion of the morning on ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Piscataway opened its 2026 season in commanding fashion on Monday, rolling to a 13-0 shutout victory over New Brunswick in a Greater Middlesex Conference (GMC) Blue Division matchup on the road.Powered by an explosive fourth inning and a lights-out performance on the mound, the ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — A large crowd of children and their families gathered Saturday afternoon for the annual Easter Egg Hunt hosted by Piscataway PBA Local 93, as the popular community event returned to the Piscataway Little League field.The hunt began promptly at 12:45 p.m., with eager participants ...
Health care workers who take on extended or overnight shifts, particularly during periods of operational strain, may face heightened fatigue that can affect their own well-being. This fatigue arises not from individual effort or commitment, but from the physiological challenges created when work ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Two Conackamack Middle School students are earning national recognition after helping lead their competitive dance team to a championship performance at one of the country’s premier events.Eighth-grader Lillian Wilkins and seventh-grader Aria Rogers, members of the Jersey Girls All ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Motorists traveling through Piscataway on Monday afternoon are being advised of a lane closure.The right lane on Stelton Road southbound at New Brunswick Avenue is currently closed due to a downed wire, according to authorities. Drivers should expect delays in the area and are ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Creativity and innovation were on full display as the Piscataway Public Library hosted New Jersey Makers Day at its Kennedy and Westergard branches on Saturday, March 28, drawing residents of all ages for a hands-on celebration of learning and imagination.Held from 11 a.m. to 3 ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — A dramatic swing in temperatures is expected for the final days of March and the start of April in Piscataway, as unseasonably warm air surges in before giving way to a stretch of rain and cooler conditions.After a mild start on Monday, temperatures are expected to climb sharply ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Voices for democracy echoed outside the municipal building Saturday as residents gathered for a local demonstration tied to the nationwide “No Kings Day of Peaceful Action,” joining a coordinated wave of protests across the country focused on voting rights, civil liberties, and ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — The Piscataway High School boys golf team is off to a dominant start in the 2026 season, improving to 2-0 overall and 2-0 in the GMC White Division with decisive wins over Old Bridge and North Brunswick.The Chiefs opened their season on March 24 with a strong 139-156 victory over ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — A sharp increase in local taxes and continued uncertainty in state funding are shaping the Piscataway Board of Education’s proposed 2026–27 budget, as district officials warn of mounting financial pressures driven by rising costs and shifting enrollment needs.According to the ...
Elevated and raised bed gardens can expand your planting options and make planting and maintenance easier and more convenient. You’ll be able to plant, weed and harvest with minimal bending or even from the luxury of a chair or bench. Elevated gardens are basically containers on legs. You can find ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Family and friends of late 7-year-old Kyle R. Mumford are raising money to create a new playground in Colonia that his mother says would honor his memory and give other youngsters years of enjoyment.Kyle died unexpectedly in 2022 while a student at Colonia’s St. John Vianney ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — The Piscataway Board of Education is bracing for a challenging 2026–27 budget cycle, as officials warn that unpredictable state aid, rising operating costs, and limits on local tax increases could significantly impact the district’s financial outlook.During a budget preview ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — A powerful show of community support filled the YMCA at the Piscataway Community Center on Sunday, as residents turned out in large numbers for the township’s first-ever Autism Resource Fair, an event organizers say signals a shift from awareness to acceptance.The inaugural fair, ...
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Legislature voted Monday on three bills aimed at regulating and monitoring the state’s growing number of data centers.The Senate passed S3379, which would require data center owners and operators to submit semi-annual reports on water and energy use to the Board of ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – A lucky lottery player is celebrating a life-changing win after hitting a $4 million prize on a scratch-off ticket purchased in South Plainfield.The winning ticket was sold at David’s Stationery, a local shop known for selling New Jersey Lottery tickets located on Sampton ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Service to others took center stage in Piscataway as the Central New Jersey Chapter of Jack and Jill of America hosted a symposium honoring the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. that connected generations through stories of the civil rights movement and hands-on ...
NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — A male nurse practitioner at the Middlesex County Youth Shelter for troubled adolescents has been arrested for assaulting a teenager in the shelter’s medical facility, authorities said.Izee Dizon, 34, from Bridgewater is charged with third-degree aggravated assault and ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — The first full week of spring will feel more like a continuation of late winter across Piscataway, with fluctuating temperatures, passing showers, and even the potential for a rain-to-snow mix midweek, according to AccuWeather.After a stormy start to the season, conditions turn ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — A 30-year-old fugitive wanted for murder in Puerto Rico was found hiding out at a home in the Keasbey section of town, the US Marshals Service said.Fugitive Juan Alberto Bordonada-Laureano was taken into custody on March 11th by US Marshals, the NJ State Police and police from ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Middlesex County’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution will begin with opening weekend events in Piscataway, where East Jersey Old Town Village and the Cornelius Low House Museum will host a two-day celebration featuring reenactments, live music, and ...
Update: Centennial Ave is now open.PISCATAWAY, NJ — A motor vehicle crash has prompted the closure of a busy stretch of Centennial Avenue in Piscataway Saturday morning. In a traffic alert issued at 10:00 a.m., police said that Centennial Avenue eastbound is closed from River Road to Kingsbridge ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — In a heartfelt gesture marking the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, a local family brought smiles and sweets to the Piscataway Police Department.According to a social media post shared by the department, Mr. Ahmed Iqbal and his children visited police headquarters with sweet treats on ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Excitement was high as South Plainfield Borough Hall rolled out the red carpet to hold its first major event celebrating South Plainfield's centennial anniversary on Saturday, March 14 with a special reenactment of South Plainfield Borough Council's first meeting. South ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — Piscataway Township Schools will be in session on Friday, April 10, 2026, following a revision to the district calendar to make up for recent weather-related closures.Schools were originally scheduled to be closed that day for spring break. District officials said the change makes ...
As the winningest wrestler in Rutgers Preparatory School history, Perth Amboy native Brett Epps will be inducted into his alma mater’s Athletics Hall of Fame this year.Epps defeated 107 opponents during a stellar scholastic career, but all those wins combined fall immeasurably short of his victory ...