Delaware State Police honors Lt. Colonel Daniel Meadows as he retires after 30 years of service
DOVER, DE – The Delaware State Police has announced the retirement of Lt. Colonel Daniel Meadows, marking the end of a 30-year law enforcement career defined by leadership through critical incidents, modernization…
Catholic church honors more than 200 couples during Wedding Anniversary Mass in Newark
NEWARK, N.J. — More than 200 couples celebrating 50, 25, and five years of marriage were recognized during a special Wedding Anniversary Mass held June 1 at the Cathedral Basilica of the…
Church honors fallen service members at Memorial Day Mass in North Arlington
NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. — Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, led a Memorial Day Mass on Monday at Holy Cross Cemetery to honor U.S. military personnel who died in service…
Brick Township honors fallen service members with Memorial Day parade
BRICK, N.J. — Residents gathered Monday, May 26, for Brick Township’s Annual Memorial Day Parade, coming together to honor the men and women who lost their lives in military service. The parade…
Cory Booker honors George Floyd on Memorial Day weekend, marking five-year anniversary
NEWARK, N.J. — U.S. Sen. Cory Booker marked Memorial Day weekend by remembering George Floyd, whose death five years ago sparked nationwide protests and a global movement for racial justice. “Today I…
Middlesex County students win top honors in statewide drug-free art contest
MILLBURN, N.J. — Two Middlesex County fourth graders have been named statewide winners in the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey’s 2025 “Fun Things to Do Instead of Doing Drugs” contest, the…
Ocean County law enforcement honors fallen officers at annual memorial
MANCHESTER, N.J. — Law enforcement officers from across Ocean County gathered Friday to mark the 34th Annual Ocean County Law Enforcement Memorial Day Observance, honoring those who lost their lives in the…
Marlboro Township honors Marine veterans with new Military Appreciation banners
MARLBORO, N.J. — Marlboro Township Police unveiled its first Military Appreciation banners on Wednesday, honoring two officers who served in the United States Marine Corps before joining the force. The banners, now…
Schenectady honors animal control officers for frontline work in animal welfare
SCHENECTADY, NY — The Schenectady Police Department is recognizing two of its own during Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week, commending their efforts in protecting and caring for animals throughout the city. ACO…
Manchester Township mayor honors emergency dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
MANCHESTER, NJ — Mayor Joseph T. Hankins has officially proclaimed April 13–19, 2025, as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Manchester Township, recognizing the critical role of telecommunications personnel who serve as…
Jackson Township honors Minit Stop Deli as small business of the month
JACKSON, N.J. — A neighborhood staple for more than four decades, Minit Stop Deli Market & Meats was recognized by the Jackson Township Council as February’s Small Business of the Month, celebrating…
Newark Mayor Honors International Women’s Day Hours After Tragic Police Shooting in Newark
Newark, NJ – March 8, 2025 – Mayor Ras Baraka spent International Women’s Day engaging with women across Newark, just hours after a devastating shooting left one Newark police officer dead and…
Jackson honors Innovative Martial Arts as Small Business of the Month
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Council recognized Innovative Martial Arts as its Small Business of the Month for January 2025, highlighting the school’s contributions to the community. Councilman Giuseppe Palmeri made…
Toms River honors local trumpet player for Thanksgiving Day Parade achievement
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – The Toms River community gathered to celebrate James Warren, a standout trumpet player who represented the township at the Thanksgiving Day Parade, earning accolades for his musical talent.…
Cookie drive honors late teen firefighter, supports first responders’ mental health
PITTSBURGH, PA — The Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office expressed gratitude for its inclusion in an annual holiday cookie drive honoring the memory of Mark Matesic, a 16-year-old junior firefighter who died by…
Jackson honors its local heroes on Veterans Day
Jackson Township officials, past and present, hosted a memorial service at the Jackson Veterans Memorial with the Jackson VFW Post 4703 and the Jackson Township Veterans Commission. Former Jackson Mayor Ken Bressi,…
WWII Vets Share Stories With Public As Wall Township Honors America’s Veterans
WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Three World War II veterans, each nearly a century old, were honored with a warm reception in Wall Township on Monday before sharing their stories with local elementary…
Toms River Fire Bureau marks 50th anniversary with symposium, honors founding chief
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention celebrated its 50th anniversary on Wednesday with a Fire Service Symposium featuring expert speakers and a special recognition ceremony. The event…
Memorial Service Honors Fallen New York State Troopers
Olean, NY—On Sunday, SP Olean hosted a gathering to commemorate the fallen New York State Troopers Ross M. Riley and Joseph J. Mecca Jr. The event honored their dedication and sacrifice…
Seaside Park honors first responders for recent life saving water rescues
SEASIDE PARK, N.J. — During the Seaside Park Borough council meeting on Wednesday night, Mayor John Peterson issued mayoral proclamations recognizing first responders for their bravery during water rescues on September 13…
Trump Honors Slain Firefighter at Butler Rally, Invites Family to Dinner at Mar-a-Lago
BUTLER, PA – The assassination attempt on Donald Trump during a July 2024 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, shocked the nation. Corey Comperatore, a 50-year-old volunteer firefighter from Buffalo Township, was tragically killed…