New law requires lessons on Latino, Hispanic history in N.J. schools
New Jersey students will learn Latino and Hispanic history under a bill Gov. Phil Murphy signed into law Tuesday. The law requires the State Board of Education to adopt new social studies learning standards that include sections on Latino and Hispanic history and...
N.J. governor hopefuls split on forcing school districts to merge
Democrat Mikie Sherrill says mandatory mergers may be needed New Jersey’s gubernatorial candidates both want school districts to consolidate as a cost-saving maneuver, but they differ on whether the state should force districts to merge with their neighbors. Rep....
Beyond the pink ribbon: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Every October, pink ribbons show up everywhere, from t-shirts to store windows to social media feeds. Breast Cancer Awareness Month has become a widely recognized tradition, but behind all the pink is a serious message: breast cancer is still one of the most common...
Scullville’s Terror in the Junkyard brings season of frights
One of the area’s most thrilling seasonal attractions has made its return in time for the spooky season. The Scullville Volunteer Fire Company’s Terror in the Junkyard is now open and ready to bring spooktacular screams and chills to all who visit. Our cameras were...
