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O’Donnell named new Orange County commissioner of jurors
GOSHEN – Molly O’Donnell, a long-time employee in the Orange County Department of Human Resources, has been selected as the county’s new commissioner of jurors. O’Donnell, who is also the mayor of the Village of Goshen, was chosen by a panel of five judges and County Legislature Chairwoman Katie Bonelli.
'We celebrate local': StroudFest returns on Saturday with 4 music stages, 100+ vendors
A popular annual Pocono festival will be making its return on the last day of this month. On Saturday, Aug. 31, StroudFest will be returning to Stroudsburg. Special Events Coordinator...
Morristown Football Look for More Consistency in 2024: Colonials Open Season Friday Aug. 30
MORRISTOWN, NJ – 2023 got off to a great start for the Morristown Colonials. The team started 3-1 and outscored their opponents 82-14 across their first four games. That is where the good times ended, however, for head coach Casey Flynn and the Colonials. Morristown would lose six of their next seven games culminating in a first-round playoff loss to Phillipsburg. “It was a great credit to the guys to get off to the start the way that we did,” Flynn said when asked about the inconsistencies of 2023. “We knew the challenge that the division was...
Missing child found dead in Monroe, NJ
🚨 There have been multiple child drowning in NJ this year. A missing child was found dead in a pond behind the families home in Monroe Township, Middlesex County. On August 27, police received a call about a missing four-year-old. Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone said in a news...
How Much Snow This Winter in New Jersey? Old Farmer’s Almanac Has Their Forecast❄️
I know we have several weeks of summer left and fall can have some warm days too, but everyone likes to see what the Old Farmer's Almanac has to say about the upcoming winter. Will we have a winter with 10 feet of snow or will we barely see flurries? What's in the forecast for us this winter?
Agent shares how Tommy DeVito feels about situation with Giants
It was unclear as recently as Tuesday morning if the New York Giants would save a roster spot for backup quarterback and fan-favorite Tommy DeVito or subject him to waivers and risk losing him. DeVito ultimately remained with the Giants through Tuesday's official cutdown deadline, and it appears he's thrilled with that development even though it's unlikely he'll take a meaningful snap for the team anytime soon. "There’s no other place where he wants to be," agent Sean Stellato said about DeVito during a chat with Steve Serby of the New York Post. "He loves his fans, he loves his teammates. It means a lot to him, they have their trust and...
Don’t miss out: NJ changes some rules for newest ANCHOR rebates
💲 Applicants will face additional ID verification. 💲 Double check whether your payment should be automatic this year. Notices are about to hit millions of mailboxes throughout New Jersey, to get the ball rolling on another round of property tax relief. Many residents likely won't have to do...
Watch DePaul vs. Pope John live in NJ high school football on NFHS Network
DePaul and Pope John kick off their 2024 high school seasons by facing each other on Friday night in Wayne. Both teams are ranked in the preseason New Jersey Super 25, with the host Spartans debuting at No. 5 and the Lions coming in at No. 16. ...
Get your “First Day of School” photo in the paper
Class is back in session and to kick off the school year, we’re running “First Day of School” photos in next week’s paper. Use the form below to send us your picture. We will print as many photos as space allows in the print edition. Trouble...
Mosquito spraying set for Thursday night in 2 Warren County towns
WARREN COUNTY, NJ – The Warren County Mosquito Commission has announced that it will be spraying against mosquitoes Thursday night, weather permitting, in parts of Lopatcong Township, and Greenwich Township. The mosquito spraying will go on from 8:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 29, with an alternate...
CUNY schools adding extra security after wave of protests last semester
CUNY schools said students should expect to see heightened security as classes start up again.CUNY officials say several campuses have hired additional public-safety personnel and private officers following the wave of pro-Palestinian protests last semester.Several of the schools also acknowledged they will be conducting surveys asking students to share their experiences and thoughts on discrimination.The results of the surveys will allow them to better combat hate on campus and track progress to fight it.The beefed-up security comes just days after Gov. Kathy Hochul met with over 200 college and university campuses to reinforce the importance of emergency plans as students...
Newark Symphony Hall’s “A Night on the Mic” Lights Up the Terrance Ballroom
Since October 2023, Newark’s iconic and recently renovated Terrance Ballroom has opened its doors to guests hoping to participate in their free open mic night every second Tuesday. “A Night on the Mic was inspired by young artists,” said Diamond Hyatt, Newark Symphony Hall’s Programming & Social Media Coordinator....
Connecticut Police Make Huge Bust, Seize Crack, Fentanyl and Pills
On Tuesday, August 27th the Shelton Police Department issued a press release announcing a massive drug bust in Connecticut. Authorities say the target of the investigation was Frederick Chapman. The presser reads in part:. "On August 27, 2024, following an extensive investigation, members of the United States Postal Inspection Service,...
Council urged to preserve land
Nearly two dozen residents urged the Hardyston Township Council to find a way to preserve open land on Lasinski Road rather than permit development there. During the council’s meeting July 24, they said allowing a large warehouse there ultimately would cost Hardyston more in increased costs for police and emergency services than it would bring in tax ratables.
10 most expensive homes sold in Monroe County, Aug. 19-25
A house in Stroudsburg that sold for $999,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Monroe County in the past week. In total, 65 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $293,565. The average price per square foot ended up at $183.
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