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March 4, 2024

BRADLEY BEACH, NJ - As tens of thousands of revelers lined the streets only one mile south for the annual Belmar/Lake Como St. Patrick's Day parade on a picturesque Sunday in March, the Bradley Beach Borough Council convened in an emergency session to address a matter of significant importance. At ...

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BRADLEY BEACH, NJ - As tens of thousands of revelers lined the streets only one mile south for the annual Belmar/Lake Como St. Patrick's Day parade on a picturesque Sunday in March, the Bradley Beach Borough Council convened in an emergency session to address a matter of significant importance. At ...

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It’s never too early to prepare for the garden season ahead. Having the right tool for the job saves time, reduces the frustration of trying to make the wrong tool work, and allows you to garden longer with less muscle fatigue. Take an inventory of all your tools. Be sure to check the shed, ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - The second of two American Bald Eagle eggs have hatched in the nest high atop a 90-foot Sycamore tree in a wooded area along the Raritan River at Duke Farms. The adult Eagle caring for the two hatchlings has been busy feeding them bits of raw fish and hunkering down over them ...

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One person placed a teddy bear on the doorknob of the Newark family’s apartment and another laid candles following the death of a 2-year-old boy at the building on Saturday, March 2, a tenant leader said. The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office and Newark police announced they are investigating the ...

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It’s never too early to prepare for the garden season ahead.Having the right tool for the job saves time, reduces the frustration of trying to make the wrong tool work, and allows you to garden longer with less m uscle fatigue. Take an inventory of all your tools. Be sure to check the shed, ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ -  The East Brunswick Special Education Parent Advisory Group will host a meeting for parents wishing to learn more about Inclusive Education for students with disabilities.n  The meeting will take place on Thursday, March 7 at 7:00pm at the Churchill Junior High School Media ...

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Get ready for Metro Pet Supply's PAWsome Thursday Sale on March 7th! Enjoy 15% OFF all purchases and stock up on treats, toys, and more for your furry friends. Mark your calendars and head to the store for some tail-wagging deals! Visit us at 19 Main Road in Montville, NJ to talk to our ...

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MADISON, NJ - Two exciting events are happening this March in Madison. The first is The 2024 Taste of Madison which is being held on Monday, March 18, 2024 at the Madison Hotel beginning at 7pm. There will be chefs from 20 of the area's finest restaurants including 1776 by David Burke, ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Attention East Brunswick residents with young children! Children who will be five years of age on or before October 31, 2024 are eligible for the East Brunswick Public School full-day Kindergarten Program for the 2024-2025 school year.   We are accepting registration two ...

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WASHINGTON, DC — More than 61,000 pounds of a popular item sold at Trader Joe's are being recalled due to possible contamination with foreign materials, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced.  Approximately 61,839 pounds of Trader Joe's ...

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FANWOOD, NJ -- The Fanwood Nature Center, a peaceful retreat for bird-watching, nature walks, and educational programs, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The nature preserve is tucked away on Terrill Road between Cray Terrace and La Grande Avenue and serves as a sanctuary of natural ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - The second of two American Bald Eagle eggs have hatched in the nest high atop a 90-foot Sycamore tree in a wooded area along the Raritan River at Duke Farms. The adult Eagle caring for the two hatchlings has been busy feeding them bits of raw fish and hunkering down over them ...

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NEWARK, NJ — Free classes being offered to Newark women aim to improve their financial literacy in a place where wide economic disparities persist. Newark First Lady Linda J. Baraka announced the “Newark Women Moving Forward” initiative during a news conference with city leaders at the ...

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ELIZABETH, N.J. - The 2023-2024 Elizabeth Girl’s basketball team, the Lady Minutemen, are celebrating the end of a successful basketball season. Over the course of two years, the team made significant strides, achieving notable successes that have left a lasting impact on their ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - The second of two American Bald Eagle eggs have hatched in the nest high atop a 90-foot Sycamore tree in a wooded area along the Raritan River at Duke Farms. The adult Eagle caring for the two hatchlings has been busy feeding them bits of raw fish and hunkering down over them ...

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JERSEY CITY, NJ - The developer of Overlook Flats announced today the signing of the 100th lease at the new 16-story rental building in Jersey City’s Journal Square.  The impressive milestone was achieved in less than two months from the start of occupancy at the property, which features 297 ...

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It’s never too early to prepare for the garden season ahead. Having the right tool for the job saves time, reduces the frustration of trying to make the wrong tool work, and allows you to garden longer with less muscle fatigue. Take an inventory of all your tools. Be sure to check the shed, ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Erin Logan learned first-hand about helping out women in the community when her mother, Kara, would volunteer at Catholic Charities to help refugees. That experience sparked her drive to hold donation drives in recent years to push back against period poverty.  "I would hear ...

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BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — Are you a cat lover who also enjoys art? Bordentown City Cats (BCC) will be hosting an upcoming fundraising event that will be right up your alley! BCC will be hosting its 2nd Annual Art Show and Sale Fundraiser on Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4 at Old City Hall, located ...

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NEWARK, NJ — Free classes being offered to Newark women aim to improve their financial literacy in a place where wide economic disparities persist. Newark First Lady Linda J. Baraka announced the “Newark Women Moving Forward” initiative during a news conference with city leaders at the ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - The second of two American Bald Eagle eggs have hatched in the nest high atop a 90-foot Sycamore tree in a wooded area along the Raritan River at Duke Farms. The adult Eagle caring for the two hatchlings has been busy feeding them bits of raw fish and hunkering down over them ...

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HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - The second of two American Bald Eagle eggs have hatched in the nest high atop a 90-foot Sycamore tree in a wooded area along the Raritan River at Duke Farms. The adult Eagle caring for the two hatchlings has been busy feeding them bits of raw fish and hunkering down over them ...

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LITTLE FALLS, NJ - A new opportunity awaits for local artists and collectors to showcase their work at the Little Falls Public Library. With the primary goal of enriching the library experience, fostering community involvement, and offering cultural and educational enrichment, the library welcomes ...

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ATLANTIC CITY, NJ - John F. Kennedy High School wrestling student Solaris Paul etched her name in the annals of history as the first-ever girl in the school's history to secure third place in the state tournament. This marks a significant milestone not only for Paul, but also for the wrestling ...

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Over 61,000 pounds of a popular item sold at Trader Joe's are being recalled due to possible contamination with foreign materials, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced.  Approximately 61,839 pounds of Trader Joe's Steamed ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Paterson's Dominican community recently celebrated the Independence Day of their homeland. On Tuesday, residents of Paterson celebrated Dominican Independence Day. "This marks the 180th anniversary of the Dominican Republic's independence," Council President Alex Mendez said, ...

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ATLANTIC CITY, NJ - This weekend in Atlantic City at the State Wrestling Championship, Hanover Park wrestlers achieved top honors. Gaby Conte won the 100 lb State Wrestling Championship and Vin Lavalle placed 2nd at 190 lbs. This was Gaby's first trip to Atlantic City, and she came out on ...

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CARMEL, N.Y. -- AFC Urgent Care, the second largest privately owned operator of urgent care and accessible primary care facilities in the country, opened its doors last week in Carmel. More than 100 community members, dignitaries and business leaders welcomed the new health care provider at their ...

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One person placed a teddy bear on the doorknob of the Newark family’s apartment and another laid candles following the death of a 2-year-old boy at the building on Saturday, March 2, a tenant leader said. The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office and Newark police announced they are investigating the ...

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