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Five questions facing Rutgers football with Big Ten Media Days set to begin
It’s been a while since Rutgers football has started a season that’s been so highly anticipated as the one that’s about to begin. There are plenty of reasons for that. The Scarlet Knights are coming off their first winning season in 10 years. They return the Big Ten’s leading running back. The bulk of a stout defense is coming back. And Greg Schiano’s team will face a schedule that’s not quite as daunting with Ohio State, Michigan and Penn State not on the 2024 slate.
Hit the Gas on that Zamboni: East Brunswick Gears Up for New Hockey Rink
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - At Monday night's meeting, the East Brunswick Township Council approved expenses for the construction of the proposed two-sheet ice hockey rink/facility at 110 Tices Lane and Renee Road. It is likely that the long-anticipated project will come in under budget. The full proposal for the rink...
Short Hills Resident Suggests Adding Wording About Survivors to 9/11 Memorial
MILLBURN, NJ — Jean Pasternak spoke to township committee members about adding wording about survivors to the Millburn 9/11 memorial. She stated, “I have written to each of you about the 9/11 Memorial aspect of adding this survivor wording on the different plaques, and I did get a reply, and I appreciate those replies.”
Friends of Matheny marks Disability Pride Month with $125K donation
PEAPACK-GLADSTONE – The Friends of Matheny, the non-profit arm of Matheny Medical and Educational Center on Highland Avenue, raised $125,000 in donations this year, with $100,000 going toward Matheny’s Durable Medical Equipment program, and $25,000 to the Arts Access program. The Friends have also provided additional funds that...
I-78 Crash Slows Traffic In Lehigh Valley: PennDOT
All lanes of Interstate 78 are closed in Williams Township after a crash near the New Jersey border, according to transportation officials. The wreck happened in the westbound lanes near Exit 71 (PA 33) around 2:35 p.m., said PennDOT on the 511pa website. The closures were still in effect as...
Mount Olive Pirates bring swimming, camaraderie and summer memories to township children for over 50 years
MOUNT OLIVE TWP. - The Mount Olive Pirates Swim Team has brought competitive swimming during the summer to children ages 5 to 18 for more than 50 years. “Our team prides itself in being a very tight-knit family with a passion for swimming,” Michelle Melendez fundraising coordinator for the team said. “The team was formed in 1972, one year after the Solar Swim Club opened its doors and 100 years after the founding of Mount Olive Township.
Mark Cuban, SJI partner on AI bootcamps
A partnership between the Mark Cuban Foundation and South Jersey Industries (SJI) is giving high school students in the great Garden State the opportunity to participate in free artificial intelligence (AI) bootcamps. In November, SJI subsidiaries South Jersey Gas and Elizabethtown Gas will each host a bootcamp at their respective...
Scouting America Troop 19 Conquers Philmont Scout Reservation Expedition
CIMARRON, NM — Eleven members of Scouting America Troop 19, chartered at St. Rose of Lima Church in Short Hills, NJ, recently completed a memorable and challenging expedition at the renowned Philmont Scout Reservation from June 26 to July 3, 2024. The inaugural Troop 19 Philmont crew consisted of seven female scouts aged thirteen to sixteen, who showcased exceptional endurance, leadership and teamwork throughout their high-adventure journey.
Lawrence Post 414 makes it three MCALL winners on opening day of the American Legion State Final 8
WOOD-RIDGE — Lawrence Post 414’s baseball team was not about to be left out of all the fun in the sun Sunday in the opening round of the New Jersey American Legion State Final 8 at the Wood-Ridge Athletic Complex. After seeing both of the Mercer County American...
Village Super Market chair William Sumas dies following years-long cancer battle
William Sumas, chairman of Springfield-based Village Super Market Inc., passed away following a four-year battle with cancer. Sumas died July 11 surrounded by family, according to his obituary. He was 77. In a statement, Village Super Market’s board of directors described Sumas as a “visionary leader whose passion for excellence...
Fisherman Stuck In Mud Rescued In Hunterdon County: Authorities
The fisherman had to be rescued after he got stuck in the mud in Lake Solitude, the High Bridge Fire Department said on Facebook. The manmade lake has become filed with sill, the fire department said. "It's very easy to sink down into it, sort of like quicksand," the High...
Our Lady of Peace Sandwich Ministry: A Community Effort to Combat Hunger
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - The Our Lady of Peace Sandwich Ministry in New Providence exemplifies community service, uniting volunteers to prepare and distribute sandwiches to those in need. Every week, this dedicated group assembles hundreds of sandwiches, delivering them to various local charities and soup kitchens. A Weekly Routine with...
Sanitary Sewer Collapse on Grant Ave. Slows Roselle Park Commuters
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — The Borough of Roselle Park has announced that there was a sanitary sewer collapse at the intersection of East Grant Avenue last Wednesday. Consequently, traffic west of Galloping Hill Road was shut down while crews began emergency repairs. While the road surface was stable, the...
New Denver Broncos QB Zach Wilson Sells New Jersey Home for $950K
Zach Wilson, the Denver Broncos newly minted quarterback, recently sold his Florham Park, NJ, condo for $950,000. The three-bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome is situated in a brand-new development about 23 miles east of Met Life Stadium, where Wilson used to play for the New York Jets. But with a spring...
Registration Open for Piscataway's 1st Townwide Yard Sale
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Get ready to clean out the garage and attic and make some cash. Piscataway’s first Townwide Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, October 5th and Sunday, October 6th, rain or shine. The free event is presented by Councilmember Michele Lombardi and open to participants...
Proposed Skyline Drive standalone cell phone tower nixed in North Caldwell
NORTH CALDWELL – Significant changes have been made to the proposed cellphone tower installation plan. The council previously awarded separate contracts to T-Mobile Northeast, LLC, to construct one tower east of Skyline Drive and the other at the corner of Mountain Avenue and Arbor Road. HELP SUPPORT OUR WORK:...
Boating safety courses offered through Fairfield Recreation Department
FAIRFIELD TWP. - The town's recreation department is offering three boating safety courses this summer and fall. The courses will be offered from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays, Aug. 25, Sept. 29 and Oct. 27. HELP SUPPORT OUR WORK: You obviously care about local news and value good...
Robert Louis B. Sanz
Robert Louis B. Sanz of Houston, Texas and Princeton, N.J., passed away suddenly, of cardiac arrest, Saturday, July 13, 2024, while enjoying a cold morning swim. He was on a pilgrimage visit to his grandfather, Arthur G. Boughner’s home, Brookhaven, in Confluence, where he fondly recalled his childhood summers.
Opponents and Their Lawyer Speak Out; Princeton Council, Not Swayed, Green Lights Seminary Apartment Project
Princeton, NJ – The opposition to the 238-unit apartment complex on Stockton Street at Hibben Road turned out in force Monday night, July 22, as Princeton Council held its public hearing on the ordinance establishing a redevelopment plan for the 4-plus acre site. Many of the same people who...
Edison High School Assistant Principal Accused of Intimidating Muslim Students
EDISON, NJ -The Edison Board of Education is investigating an incident involving an Assistant Principal of Edison High School and members of the Muslim Students Association (MSA). The New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ) says Nicole Himmelstein threatened the student members for requesting a joint Ramadan...
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