Spring at Cheesequake State Park

Located off of exit 120 form the Garden State Parkway, Cheesequake State Park encompasses 1,610 acres. The park offers a...

‘We are continuing to invest’

Middlesex County Commissioner Director Ronald G. Rios delivered the 2026 State of the County address on Tuesday, April 7, outlining the county’s...

Old Bridge adopts 2026 municipal budget

In a tough budget year, township officials presented a budget that offers "continued commitment to fiscal responsibility, transparency and sound stewardship." It took many hours, which Mayor Debbie Walker, emphasized...

‘Ensures their legacy lives on’

A portion of State Highway Route 35 in Laurence Harbor may soon be designated as the "James Francisco and Walter Schmidt Memorial Roadway." A bill sponsored by State Sen. Owen...

Local News

Opinion

‘Forever chemicals’ threaten New Jersey’s water and wildlife

by Alison Mitchell, Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation Some chemicals are forever. The presence of PFAS – per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – in the environment first sparked concern in New Jersey when...

Small plants with big stories

by Alison Mitchell, Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation An ancient and quiet world lies at your feet whenever you...

Preserve our disappearing open space before it’s too late 

 by Alison Mitchell, Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation As we witness unprecedented efforts at the federal level to rollback regulations protecting our...

Time to talk about the birds and the bees – and the blossoms!

by Alison Mitchell, Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation Step outside and listen to the singing birds, admire the blooming flowers, or lean...

Time to turn over a new leaf

by Alison Mitchell, Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation Ah, spring – and not a moment too soon. Gardeners major and minor are...

Obituaries

Stay Connected

Special Section

Current PM Special Section