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By NJ STATE HOUSE NEWS SERVICE
March 20, 2024
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey State Assembly passed a resolution Monday to “reaffirm freedom of access and protection of reproductive health care services,” including in vitro fertilization (IVF), in New Jersey. The resolution was a direct response to an Alabama Supreme Court ruling earlier this ...
NEWTON, NJ—Spring Street was once again flooded with green and gold, leprechauns and pots of gold, and some dogs too as Newton celebrated with its annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday. The year’s Grand Marshall was Jessica Caldwell, who owns the firm J. CALDWELL & ASSOCIATES, LLC., ...
ROXBURY, NJ – Note: This story has been updated for accuracy. During about 80 years of operation, before it went dormant two decades ago, the fountain at Hopatcong State Park in Landing was easily accessed by people. In fact, it was a popular place to wade on hot summer days. The old fountain is ...
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Senate unanimously passed a resolution Monday calling on Congress and President Biden to raise the threshold for the federal poverty level in states like New Jersey. The resolution, SCR-93, is an official expression of state support for a proposal introduced by Rep.
NEWTON, NJ—Abigail Biederman, a student at Newton High School, was honored as the New Jersey member of the Month for March through the Newton chapter of Future Farmers of America. According to the Newton FFA, Bierderman is part of many things that go on within the chapter at the high ...
NEWTON, NJ—The Newton High School players proudly present their Spring Musical, 'The Addams Family.' Brendan Scullin – Directed by Brendan Scullin, Choreographed by Kimberly Jackson, with Music Director Dan Malloy and Pit Conductor, Steve O’Toole. Performances are Friday, March 22 and Saturday, ...
SPARTA, NJ – A Newton man is facing drunk driving and “assault by auto” charges after causing a two-car accident at the intersection of Woodport Road and Blue Heron Road. On March 3 around 3:30 p.m. Sgt Joseph Antonello responded to the scene of the accident to find Matthew Boyle, 34 still sitting ...
NEWTON, NJ—The Culinary Institute at SCCC is hosting a cookie decorating event before the Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in town. From 9 through 11 a.m. the culinary team will be on hand inside the Arbor Restaurant located at 47 Main Street, to help create a cookie masterpiece for $3 per ...
At a state Senate budget hearing earlier this week, advocates for the media and transparency voiced their concerns about proposed changes to the New Jersey Open Public Records Act, and by Friday, March 15, the measure had been put on hold. Bill A-4045 was to be heard in committee on Thursday, ...
SPARTA, NJ – The Sussex Tech boys basketball team finished with a record-breaking season. The 2023–2024 Mustangs had an experienced roster with eight seniors and two juniors, putting together a 16-9 season. "I am so grateful and proud to have coached this group," Coach Andrew Carbone said.
NEW BRUNSWICK – Reported bias incidents at Rutgers-New Brunswick more than doubled in 2023 from the previous year, according to statistics released by state officials. There were 77 reported bias incidents in 2023, up from the 36 that were reported in 2022, according to data from Attorney ...
SPARTA, NJ – When two Starbucks’ employees found their cars damaged in the store’s parking lot Sparta Police Cpl Arlene Lippencott and Det. Steven Guido investigated and ended up arresting a Franklin man, according to police. On January 24 Lippencott took a complaint from the two employees who ...
NEWTON, NJ – The Town of Newton Council has obtained a grant for $125,000 from the New Jersey Department of Consumer Affairs Neighborhood Preservation Program. The town will match the grant with $25,000 bringing the total budget for the ongoing program to $150,000. According to the resolution ...
NEWTON, NJ – Newton seniors are invited to the Newton High School spring musical for a special performance and lunch. This year’s presentation is “The Addams Family.” Newton residents over the age of 55 are invited to secure a reservation to the free event on Sunday March 24 by calling the Town ...
TRENTON — Advocates for transparency and open government testified Monday, March 11, against an overhaul to the state’s Open Public Records Act as government interests lauded the measure. The bill (S-2930), which if passed would be the first major update to the state’s public records law in over ...
NEWTON, NJ - The Newton High School recognizes student athletes at the end of every month for each sport season. According to NHS Athletic Director Ryan Hashway, “These athletes have demonstrated outstanding characteristics of performance and leadership. The idea behind this acknowledgment is to ...
NEWTON, NJ—Registration is now open for both the youth football league and the youth cheer league for Newton, Green and Andover residents. Early registration is now available for the youth football league it is $166.50 and all who wish to take advantage of this early bird special must register ...
NEWTON, NJ – The Sussex County Board of Elections is holding a Poll Worker Job Fair on March 26 from noon until 8 p.m. at the Board of Elections at 83 Spring Street. Poll workers are needed for the June Primary Elections November General Elections Any Special and School ...
SPARTA, NJ – Sparta High School Russian Teacher Eric Hood has earned the American Council of Teachers of Russian award for Teaching Excellence in Russian at the High School Level for 2023. This completes the troika with all three Sparta school district teachers earning the title; William Brennan ...
NEWTON, N - Newton High School senior, Evan Parker was recognized as one of thirteen students for their academic and athletic achievements by the community service organization Pass it Along. Parker is a three sport athlete, having been part of the ski racing, lacrosse and soccer teams for all ...
NEWTON, NJ – The deadline for taking part in the Hometown Heroes banner campaign is March 15. Anyone wishing to honor a past or current member of the armed forces is invited to sponsor a banner that will hang from a street lamp in town. The submission form is due by Friday, March 15 and costs ...
WEST MILFORD, NJ – Two Sparta youth wrestles won their weight classes at the Queen Bee wrestling tournament. Ava Clemens wrestled in the 60 lb age 10 and under division in her first year in the program. Jordyn Roselle wrestled in the 41 lb age six and under division. This is her second ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - In June 2024, New Jersey is set to welcome back the North to Shore Festival for its second year, promising to eclipse its inaugural success with a vast array of performances and events spread across three of its most vibrant cities. After attracting hundreds of thousands of ...
NEWTON, NJ - The Newton High School Mock Trial team wrapped up another season after making it to the finals on Tuesday, February 20 against Pope John. This year's Mock Trial case, United States of America v. Ellis Kirwin, was a federal criminal case based on college admissions fraud. The premise ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Sea.Hear.Now Festival is poised to electrify the shores of Asbury Park once again this September 14th and 15th, with music legend Bruce Springsteen headlining the event's second night. This appearance marks a significant milestone as Springsteen's first headline performance at ...
SUSSEX COUNTY, NJ - Picatinny Arsenal will be testing ordinance today. Blasts may be heard throughout the day.
SPARTA, NJ – Diamond Chip Realty's warehouse water quality management plan will have a hearing at the Sussex County Water Quality Management Policy Advisory Committee or WQM PAC Zoom meeting on Thursday, March 7. Under Old Business on their agenda the WQM PAC has scheduled a public comment ...
PERTH AMBOY, NJ – Emmy-nominated host Darley Newman has climbed craggy towers and explored underground bunkers and almost literally left no stone unturned in search of local history for her PBS series. Perth Amboy, however, takes the lead role in an upcoming episode of “Travels with Darley: ...
SPARTA, NJ – Sparta VFW has announced they are receiving applications for their Ralph Rojas scholarship. This year they will be awarding $22,000 through 10 scholarships: One $4,000 Two $3,000 Three $2,000 Four $1,500 The funds for the scholarship come from annual fundraising ...
NEWTON, NJ – Grab your Easter Basket, don your bonnet, the annual Easter Egg Hunt is scheduled for March 30. Children under 10 are invited to the Newton High School turf football field to collect candy-filled eggs beginning at 10 a.m. After the egg hunt, the Easter Bunny will be available for ...
