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By JAKE NEMCEK
March 6, 2024
WARREN, NJ – The polling locations in Warren may need to be increased due to an increase in registered voters in the township. Angelo L. Tomaso School, Mount Horeb School, Warren Middle School, and Watchung Hills Regional High School may be added as polling locations for the primary on Tuesday, ...
WARREN/WATCHUNG, NJ — All are invited to attend two Ramadan crescent lighting ceremonies this weekend. Ramadan begins the evening of Sunday, March 10 and ends Tuesday, April 9. According to Islamic belief, Ramadan marks the month when the holy book Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - You'll need more than the legendary Luck o' the Irish to find a parking space in downtown Somerville on Sunday, March 10, when thousands of spectators and parade participants are expected to jam Main Street for the 31st annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. The parade begins at 1:30 ...
WARREN, NJ — Watchung Hills Board of Education at its last meeting recognized three staff members, Watchung Hills school counselor Teresa Miles, social studies teacher Ken Karnas, and paraprofessional Maureen Kelly as Educator of the Year and Educational Services Provider of the Year. Last year, ...
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 ...
WARREN, NJ -- An overturned vehicle on | I-78 W/B near exit 40 in Warren on Saturday afternoon has closed some lanes. Use local roads if possible.
WARREN, NJ -- Crews are continuing working on a water main along Old Smalleytown Road on March 1. Expect traffic delays in the area Crews will be shutting off water service to nearby customers while repairs are being made, the water company advised. Service will be shut off at approximately 8 ...
WASHINGTON, DC -Congressional Representative Tom Kean (CD-7) is partnering with the United States Vietnam Veterans Commemoration Program, a program authorized by Congress, to thank and honor the nation’s Vietnam Veterans and their families for service and sacrifice. Congressional Representative ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - It's a Leap Day baby for sure. The first of two American Bald Eagle eggs laid in the nest atop a 90-foot Sycamore tree in a wooded area along the Raritan River at Duke Farms cracked open over the course of several hours during the afternoon and early evening hours of Leap Day ...
MANVILLE, NJ - In a recent announcement, Valairco Heating & Cooling joyfully shared the news of achieving a significant milestone – their 56th Anniversary in business! "We're thrilled to have you with us on this incredible journey, as we remain dedicated to providing top-notch heating and ...
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ —The NJSIAA individual wrestling championships got started Thursday at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City with four wrestlers from Watchung Hills. Gabriella “Gaby” Giacone, the NJSIAA Region-North II Champion at 107 pounds, Anthony DiAndrea the Champion at 113 pounds, Cody ...
WARREN, NJ -- Here we go again. A water main break has occurred on Liberty Corner Road near Pinewood Lane on Thursday afternoon, police advised. The road is subject to closure. Please avoid the area and follow posted detours.
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — Four Watchung Hills wrestlers are on the road to Atlantic City and the state tournament at Boardwalk Hall at Atlantic City on Feb. 29 and March 1 and 2. History was made at the Region 4 Tournament when Gabriella “Gaby” Giacone was crowned the NJSIAA Region-North II Champion ...
WATCHUNG, NJ -- The wind is still strong. Washington Rock Road will be closed from Mountain Boulevard to Rock Road West due to a tree and wires down, Watchung Police said at 11:20 am Thursday. Plan an Alternate Route.
WARREN, NJ -- The crazy wind storm has passed but in its wake it left some destruction. A downed tree has closed Mt. Bethel Road in Warren south of Route 78 heading into the center of Warren. Use alternate routes.
WARREN, NJ -- Watchung Hills Competition Cheer Team brought home the title of NJ State Champions in the game day category. The team competed at the NJCDCA State Cheer & Dance Competition at Brookdale Community College in Lincroft, NJ. This is the third year of having a competition ...
TRENTON, NJ — The Senate Education Committee has advanced a proposal to allow some school districts to ask voters to raise local property taxes over the current 2% cap to cover reductions in state support for the district. Districts facing cuts in state aid or spending below the state’s ...
WARREN, NJ -- Warren Township's library is hosting two art exhibits throughout the months of February and March 2024. Lifelong New Jersey resident Ted Ferfecki will be hosting his exhibit titled, "New Jersey Landmarks from the Past." The gallery wall exhibit will include watercolor paintings of ...
UNION, NJ — History was made at the Region 4 Tournament when Gabriella “Gaby” Giacone was crowned the NJSIAA Region-North II Champion. Giacone is the first female in Watchung Hills Wrestling history to win the Region and qualify for the New Jersey High School Individual State Wrestling ...
RARITAN, NJ - A Belleville resident was arrested in connection with a narcotics investigation in Raritan Borough, according to a release from the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office. Clemente Lozano, 63, was charged with first degree possession of a controlled dangerous substance ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy unveiled a $55.9 billion budget Tuesday -- the largest ever -- that he told a joint session of the Legislature would "ensure New Jersey retains its proud reputation as the best place, anywhere, to raise a family." The spending plan for Fiscal Year 25 increases ...
WARREN, NJ -- NJ American Water has begun work to replace approx. 1,500 feet of aging 12-inch cast iron water main that was installed in the 1960's with new 16-inch ductile iron main along Mountain Blvd. (From Wilshire Road to Wildwood Terrace) The project also includes replacing 2 fire hydrants, ...
WARREN, NJ -- The Warren Health Department is encouraging pet owners to renew their dog and cat licenses for 2024. However, they say "there are still more than 400 pets that were previously licensed in Warren that have not renewed their licenses. "The department is also aware that there are many ...
WARREN, NJ --Five teachers and five Educational Services Professionals from Warren Township Schools have been named recipients of the Governor’s Educator of the Year awards. The district received more nominations this year than in previous years. Teacher Recipients ALT - Tara Lento, ...
WARREN, NJ -- Eighth-grade students from Warren Middle School (WMS) embarked on a unique educational journey using the Oculus Quest application, Anne Frank House Virtual Reality (VR). WMS Language Arts teachers Jill Long, Gina Banks, and Heather Saum, along with Instructional Specialist Cynthia ...
WARREN, NJ - After falling twice to Watchung Hills this season, Franklin bounced back on Monday topping Watchung Hills, 57-47, in the quarterfinals of the NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 Tournament. “Want to thank all of our seniors for all of their hard work and commitment over these ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The tight-knit Berkeley Heights Fire Department community, along with neighboring fire departments from New Providence, Chatham, Millington, Warren, Stirling, Watchung, Summit, Liberty Corner, Fanwood, and others, solemnly stood in salute as the funeral procession for ...
UNION, NJ — Three wrestlers from Watchung Hills have qualified for the New Jersey State Wrestling Championship. The top four wrestlers in each weight class at Regions advance to the state tournament next week at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City. Advancing for the Warriors are Anthony DiAndrea 1st ...
GREEN BROOK, NJ -- Today is the day for Green Brook's Winter Fest! Join in the fun 2-5 at Top of the World Park.
HACKENSACK, NJ - The Husain family has reached a monetary settlement with Bridgewater Township regarding the February 2022 incident at the Bridgewater Commons Mall. Their lawyer, Gregg Zeff, announced in a press conference at the Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Hackensack Feb. 22 that, following ...
