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April 24, 2024SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ -- Dave Portnoy of Barstool Sports is widely recognized as the ...
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By DAVID RUTHERFORD
January 26, 2024
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On the steps of City Hall Friday afternoon, Plainfield Mayor Adrian Mapp addressed the press on what he called the worst day of his life since assuming the office of Mayor 10 years ago. Friday morning, a Plainfield Firefighter was killed while battling a blaze at a 2-story home at ...
WARREN, NJ — Senior John Kelly sank 14 points to lead Watchung Hills over North Bergen on Senior Night and Teacher Appreciation Night on Friday, 65-22. 14 Warriors contributed to the win. "Always a special night as we honor our seniors," said WHRHS head coach Justin Salton. "It makes it ...
WARREN, NJ -- Warren Township Police Lieutenant Ron Roselli spoke at the last meeting of the Warren Township Committee regarding an uptick in break-ins, what the police are doing to combat them, and suggestions for residents on prevention. SEE HERE In the past, the call has been to remember ...
WARREN, NJ — Watchung Hills fell to Franklin on Thursday, 55-32. Sofia Squizziato led Watchung Hills with eight points and six rebounds, and Emily Grigonis and Olivia Holiday each added seven points. Watchung Hills is now 2-13 and next hosts Immaculata on Saturday.
WATCHUNG, NJ — A water main break on Route 22 in Watchung is causing a lane closure on Wednesday. The break is located on the eastbound side of Route 22 in the area of Terrill Road, authorities said.
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - A pair of American Bald Eagles are busy caring for the first egg of the 2024 season in a nest atop a 90-foot Sycamore tree in a wooded area along the Raritan River. The egg was first spotted during the evening of Jan. 22. The annual ritual occurs each year in January, not ...
WARREN, NJ — John Kelly hit six 3-pointers and scored 25 points to lead Watchung Hills past Voorhees on Tuesday, 65-43. Watchung Hills never trailed, took a 31-22 lead into the break, and outscored the Vikings 15-8 in the third quarter. Zack Patetta added 15 points and seven rebounds and Aidan ...
BASKING RIDGE, NJ -- After winning several games with an explosive offensive display in the early stages of the boys basketball season, Ridge won this one with its defense. The Red Devils held Watchung Hills to 13 points in the second half to come away with a 38-32 victory on Monday ...
WARREN, NJ — Watchung Hills fell to Hillsborough on Monday, 78-55. The Raiders took a 49-21 lead into the break. "Tough game tonight,"said acting head coach Jeff Dealaman. We dug ourselves too big a hole in the first half due to unforced turnovers and not challenging their top players enough ...
WARREN, NJ -- Warren residents were greeted with a water main break early Monday morning. The break is on Mount Horeb road at Patridge Run, Warren Police said. Avoid the area. Mt. Horeb Rd Westbound will be closed at Partridge Run for a water main break until approx 8:30am - Eastbound will remain ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Parents, residents and teachers concerned by the presence of a sporting good store selling guns and ammunition close to the Van Derveer Elementary School and other nearby day care centers voiced their concerns at Monday night's Borough Council meeting. ""The Council shares your ...
LONG BEACH ISLAND - The LBI Job Fair returns for its sixth year . This is opportunity to secure Long Beach Island area jobs for summer for people of all ages. The event will take place on Saturday, April 6th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Boulevard ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Just as increases in New Jersey property taxes are inevitable each year, so too are increases in the price of stamps by the United States Postal Service. The new prices scheduled to take effect Jan. 21, 2024. The First-Class Forever stamp will increase in price from 66 cents ...
Whose books these are, I think I know. Some are left from college, yo. Should they be left to linger here When schools are closed because of snow? ...E. B. Frost WARREN, NJ - Schools have early dismissal in the township, but brains remain open and we're heading into a weekend.
WARREN, NJ — Warren Township, Watchung Borough and Watchung Hills Regional High School have all called for an early dismissal Friday due to the snowy weather forecast. District officials will review updated forecasts and weather conditions this evening and very early in the morning and communicate ...
WARREN, NJ — Watchung Hills won the battle of the Warriors on Thursday with a John Kelly buzzer beater, 40-39. Watchung Hills took a 10 point lead into the half, 23-13, but Franklin roared back in the third, out scoring Watchung Hills, 21-14. SEE VIDEO “What a game,” said WHRHS head coach Justin ...
WARREN, NJ -- Watchung Hills Regional High School will have an 11:55 AM early dismissal, Friday, January 19, 2024, due to the forecasted inclement weather and poor road conditions in the forecast. All after-school and evening activities are canceled." We will be continuing to monitor the forecast ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – With Tuesday’s storm ending the streak of days without measurable snow in our rear-view mirror, it’s time to look at an impending storm that will be arriving in New Jersey late on Thursday and into Friday morning. Although areas near New York City and north got to see more ...
WARREN, NJ --Due to freezing temperatures overnight and concerns with safe travel conditions in the morning, all Warren Township Schools will operate on a two-hour delayed opening schedule on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. There will be no AlphaBest before-care.Watchung Hills Regional High School ...
TRENTON, NJ — For the first time in nearly 100 years, big changes are coming to New Jersey's liquor license laws. In addition, restrictions on breweries and distilleries are being eased. Gov. Phil Murphy signed S4265/A5912 into law Tuesday in Trenton. Murphy and lawmakers called the old laws ...
WARREN, NJ -- All after-school activities and tonight's Watchung Hills Board of Education meeting have been canceled due to weather. Long Hill and Green Brook schools have now also closed in addition to Warren,Watchung and Watchung Hills. Green Brook Township schools are closed today, Tuesday, ...
WARREN, NJ -- The delayed opening in Warren and at Watchung Hills has been changed to a school closure, the schools said on Tuesday morning. Be prepared for icy road conditions in Warren, especially Hillcrest Rd., Morning Glory Rd., Warrenville Rd., and Washington Ave. Help the Department of ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Mother Nature delivered the first snowstorm of 2024 to Central New Jersey one week ago Sunday, and in a few weeks or days she'll deliver again, with a pair of American Bald Eagles expected to lay their eggs in a nest atop a 90-foot Sycamore tree in a wooded area along the Raritan ...
WARREN, NJ -- Winter is here and weather has impacted the morning routine again. Two more local school districts made the call for a delayed opening Tuesday. As of 6 am Tuesday the call for all Warren and area schools is still for a delay with the decision to change to a closure anticipated by 8 am ...
WARREN, NJ -- Dean Smith had a double-double to lead Watchung Hills over Bound Brook in a rescheduled game Monday, 54-49. The Warriors came back after trailing 27-23 at halftime. Smith sunk 10 points, grabbed 10 rebounds and had four assists, Zack Pattera added 15 points and seven ...
WARREN, NJ -- Winter is here and weather has impacted the morning routine again. All Warren Township Schools will operate on a two-hour delayed opening schedule on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024. AlphaBest before care is canceled. Any changes to the district's operating status will be ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – It just wouldn’t be right to start with anything other than, Welcome to the PIT. Handclap. The Stateliner fans and opponents return to a rescheduled dual at the notorious “PIT”. The new high school setting has given Phillipsburg fans what they asked for years: a larger ...
WARREN, NJ -- Hillcrest Road is closed at the Long Hill border due to flooding, Warren police advised at 7:50 pm on Saturday.
WARREN, NJ -- Power lines are down in Warren. Skyline Drive will be closed until further notice for power lines down in the roadway, Warren Township Police said on Saturday afternoon. JCP&L is on the scene with no restoration time. If you lose power, call 1-888-LIGHTSS (1-888-544-4877) to ...
WATCHUNG, NJ -- The traffic light at Terrill Road and Route 22 is damaged after a Saturday morning crash, Watchung Police said. Vehicles will not be able to cross Route 22 at Terrill Road. Check back for more information.
