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Middletown Township reviews two key funds ahead of budget – Bucks Round-Up – November 9, 2026

Middletown Township reviews two key funds ahead of budget. Middletown Township officials are examining funding for local fire services as staff get ready to present the township’s proposed 2027 budget to the Township Board of Supervisors later this month. During a recent budget workshop, township finance director Laura Hucklebridge outlined two central funds to support the township’s fire companies: the Fire Protection Fund and the Fire Apparatus Fund. The Fire Protection Fund covers firefighter and fire chief wages, along with payments to the township’s fire companies. It also accounts for foreign fire insurance distributions received from the state, which are subsequently distributed to the local fire companies. Hucklebridge also discussed the township’s financial incentives for volunteer firefighters. Volunteers currently receive a $599 stipend, up from $250 following an increase approved by the Board of Supervisors in February. The second account, the Fire Apparatus Fund, is intended to help finance major equipment purchases. Township officials are planning to use the fund to support the purchase of three fire trucks in 2027. Hucklebridge said the township will continue building the balance in the Fire Protection Fund, providing additional financial resources to sustain fire services. The funding discussions come as Middletown prepares to move toward adoption of its next municipal budget. The proposed overall budget is scheduled to be presented to the board on November 16. A public town hall meeting is scheduled for November 23, giving residents an opportunity to hear about the spending plan and offer feedback. The final budget is scheduled to come before the supervisors for approval on December 14.

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Op-Ed: Improving NJ schools must include efforts to desegregate them

Commissioner of Education Lily Laux deserves tremendous credit for the spirit of openness and engagement she is bringing to the New Jersey Department of Education. Under her leadership, the department is inviting stakeholders into important conversations about school funding, expanding educational opportunities, and improving student achievement. Now is the time to bring a long-neglected issue to the table: the harm racial and economic segregation inflicts on children and the significant benefits that more integrated schools can offer all students.

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Red Cross urges New Jersey residents to donate blood ahead of holidays, announces upcoming blood drives

NEW JERSEY — The American Red Cross is urging New Jersey residents to donate blood or platelets ahead of the holiday season, when busy schedules and seasonal activities can make it more difficult to maintain a reliable blood supply for patients in need. Donors of all blood types are...

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D.C. Man Found Guilty In Multi-State Robbery Spree Targeting Pharmacies, Cellphone Stores

WASHINGTON — A 33-year-old Washington, D.C., man has been convicted on federal charges for his role in a violent robbery crew that targeted pharmacies and cellphone stores across Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey and the District of Columbia. Deaundre Blount was found guilty Thursday, November 5, 2026, following a weeklong...

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Midterm Election Results

Democrats overwhelmingly take control of both the U.S. Senate and House from Republicans in a historic midterm election! In New Jersey, Democratic Congressional Candidate Rebecca Bennett unseats Republican Incumbent Tom Kean, Jr. to flip a pivotal House seat in District 7, while Republican Jeff Van Drew concedes the race to Democratic Challenger and Cape May Mayor Zack Mullock in District 2. Issues such as affordability and gas prices, immigration policy and the war in Iran on top of voters’ minds. The panel including republican State Senator Holly Schepisi; Democratic Strategist Brendan Gill; Terrence McDonald, Editor for the New Jersey Monitor; and Dan Cassino, Executive Director of the Fairleigh Dickinson University Poll discuss.

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Winter Shutoff Protections Start Nov. 15 in Massachusetts and New Jersey, While Connecticut's Run Through May 1

Massachusetts and New Jersey bar winter utility shutoffs from Nov. 15 to Mar. 15, while Connecticut hardship customers are protected Nov. 1 to May 1.

New Jersey · 3h

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Meadowlands Convention Center Advances to Next Phase

Plans for a major convention and events center at the Meadowlands Sports Complex are advancing following a two-year study that projects $30.4 billion in long-term economic activity and two million annual visitors. The Meadowlands Chamber and Meadowlands 2040 Foundation have presented the Governor’s Office with a plan for the next phase of development at the former Arena site.

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The science behind New Jersey's extra colorful, brilliant fall foliage this year

The red, orange, yellow, and brown leaves have been especially colorful across New Jersey this autumn, thanks to a perfect combination of weather conditions.

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2 Firefighters Injured In 5-Alarm Warehouse Fire: Franklin Twp PD

Two firefighters were injured battling a five-alarm warehouse fire early Friday morning, Nov. 6, in Franklin Township, authorities said. At 3:59 a.m., officers responded to a warehouse at 245 Belmont Dr. and encountered heavy smoke, Franklin Township police said. The building was vacant at the time,…

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Ex-NJ Gov. Chris Christie Says Trump Era Is Over, Eyes Third White House Run

The two-term governor, now an ABC News contributor, predicted the midterm wipeout before it happened....

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CREDA NJ Celebrates 2026 President’s Awards Honorees

CREDA New Jersey celebrated the outstanding contributions of its volunteer leaders during the organization’s sold-out annual President’s Awards and Hall of Fame Reception. Hosted by Chapter President Matt Schlindwein of Greek Real Estate Partners and President-Elect Adam Pasternack of Russo Development, the evening recognized support of the commercial real estate industry, and exemplary service and commitment to the association.

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New Jersey Monitor

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NJ officials hear pleas for more funding for mental health, housing, childcare

Advocates urged New Jersey officials on Monday to increase state funding for critical social services amid federal cutbacks.

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Tracking the Synoptic System Later this Week

Discussion: Tuesday and Wednesday look similar. Afternoon highs in the 58-65 range. Overnight lows in the 38-50 range. Tuesday looks sunnier than Wednesday, but both days look dry with comfortable humidity. Thursday into Friday, possibly Saturday morning looks unsettled. There should at least be some rain and light-to-moderate winds. There’s...

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New Jersey's Final 2027 Individual Health Insurance Rates Rise 19.8% on Average Before Subsidies, With Open Enrollment Open Through Jan. 31

New Jersey's final 2027 individual health plan rates rise 19.8% on average before subsidies, and Get Covered NJ open enrollment runs through Jan. 31.

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Parents invited to drug awareness presentation at Watchung Hills Regional High School

WARREN TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Somerset County) — Parents and guardians are invited to attend a drug and alcohol awareness presentation at Watchung Hills Regional High School on Wednesday, Nov. 11, aimed at helping adults recognize potential signs of substance use among children and teenagers. The interactive presentation, titled “Hidden in...

Warren, NJ · 19h

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Blue wave rolls deeper into Central Jersey, rattling GOP strongholds

In just a few days, it's become a cliché that a blue tsunami has washed ashore in the United States, sweeping Democrats into control of both houses of Congress and governor's offices in possibly 30 states. But in Central Jersey, the blue tide has been slowly rising, solidifying Democratic dominance in Middlesex and Union counties and eroding the once-moderate Republican stronghold of Somerset County. And now the blue wave, as it moves inland, is even threatening Hunterdon County, making some Republican officials nervous. "Not so long ago Somerset County was ruby red," Somerset County Democratic Chair Peg Schaffer said at the party's Election Night victory celebration. "And now it's beautifully bright blue." A dozen years ago, in 2014, another midterm election year, Republicans won 33 county and municipal seats in Somerset County, while Democrats won only 12, with a third of those victories in North Plainfield. In 2026, according to unofficial results , Democrats were poised to win 37 county and municipal seats, while Republicans may capture only 12. Democrats now hold all eight countywide elected offices. "We are the Republicans' of this county worst nightmare," said Schaffer, who is also vice chair of the state Democratic Party. Tom Kean

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NJ towns are still fighting data centers — and Bridgewater just drew a line

Climate Revolution Action Network's Ben Dziobek says Bridgewater did right, but NJ towns shouldn't have to fend for themselves against billion-dollar corporations.

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Scooby Doo and Santa Claus among North Jersey ballot write-ins

Write-in votes get counted even when they're silly. SpongeBob SquarePants needs just one to make the official record.

New Jersey · 17h

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Faculty union’s first political slate wins 3 New Jersey House races

WASHINGTON — Three New Jersey congressional candidates were among 11 winners endorsed by the American Association of University Professors, the faculty union said Nov. 6, the first time in its 110-year history that it has officially backed candidates for office. The AAUP, a union and membership association of faculty...

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