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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.
Fontana Approved as Acting Assistant Superintendent of the Phillipsburg School District
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – The Phillipsburg Board of Education approved a series of personnel changes at their Monday, July 22, 2024 meeting at the Sargent Avenue Board of Education Center building. Fontana to Serve as Acting Assistant Superintendent. Among the key items at Monday’s meeting, the board voted on 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...
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...
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:...
Milltown Police Departments Hiring Crossing Guards for Upcoming School Year
MILLTOWN, NJ - The Milltown Police Department is hiring school crossing guards for the 2024-25 Milltown School District academic year. "As a school crossing guard, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of our children as they travel to and from school," Milltown Chief of Police Christopher Johnson said. "Your presence will provide peace of mind for parents and create a safer environment for everyone. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to give back to your community, safeguard our children, and be a positive role model."
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...
Prominent Properties Sotheby’s International Realty Teams Recognized With Prestigious Real Trends Award
Prominent Properties Sotheby’s’ International Realty is proud to announce the following Teams were recognized by the prestigious award of RealTrends Verified + The Thousand list for Real Estate Professionals. RealTrends Verified + Thousands recognizes America’s finest real estate agents from all across the country. Over 27,500 U.S. real...
PSE&G outlines gas system modernization program for Long Hill
LONG HILL TWP. - A little over 36,000 feet of gas main piping will be installed in the township to replace aging infrastructure. PSE&G (Public Service Electric & Gas) representatives presented the capital improvement plan for Long Hill, which is anticipated to begin next month, at the Wednesday, July 17 Township Committee meeting.
Bollywood Concert Scheduled at Rowland Park
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The township will host a Bollywood concert at Rowland park on Friday, August 2, at 6:30 PM. This event is part of the township's lineup of free summer programs at the park. The concert will feature a performance by Hidden Gems, a non-profit organization that raises...
Utility pole crash leads to drunk driving charge for Long Valley FedEx driver
WASHINGTON TWP. - A 46-year-old FedEx driver from Long Valley was arrested for driving under the influence after his truck crashed into a utility pole in Hackettstown on Tuesday, July 16. Officers were on a motor vehicle stop near 100 Main St. when, at about 2:39 p.m., when they heard...
N.J. driver killed in afternoon crash on Route 287 in Somerset County
An 82-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 287 in Somerset County last week, officials said. William M. Ellis Jr. was driving south near mile post 29.6 in Bernards at about 1:45 p.m. on Wednesday when he veered off the road to the right and struck several trees, State Police said Monday.
Man Charged with Murder after Boy Finds Mother's Body in Edison Home
EDISON, NJ — An Edison man faces first-degree murder charges following a stabbing Sunday. Joan Franklin Polanco, 37, is charged with killing Lizbeth Benitzez-Ramirez, also 37. Ramirez's body was found inside a residence on Horizon Drive. Police say Benitez-Ramirez’s son was asleep in his room and found his mother...
Roseland to Impose an 'Outright' Ban on All Short-Term Rentals
ROSELAND, NJ -- Mayor James Spango said that a five-year old ordinance regulating short-term rentals in the borough will now be tightened to impose a full ban on these types of rentals in town. In 2019, the Roseland Borough Council passed an ordinance requiring a license in order to offer...
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.
(VIDEO) Califon will soon take over Weis Mill Dam
CALIFON – The Weis Mill Dam will officially belong to the borough as soon as some paperwork is complete. That was the good news out of the Thursday, July 18, public hearing held before the regular Borough Council meeting. HELP SUPPORT OUR WORK: You obviously care about local news...
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...
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