Officials Break Ground On New $112 Million Central Middle School

GREENWICH, CT — Even though the holidays are still a few days away, the community received an early gift on Friday as officials broke ground on the construction of a new $112 million Central Middle School. Shovels were plunged into the snowy ground behind the school where the new building will be built, and students…

Final ROH Final Battle 2024 Card, TNA Knockout Of The Year Revealed, Mone’s Warning To Statlander

Mercedes Mone says Kris Statlander needs to stay away from her. On this week’s episode of AEW Dynamite, Mone successfully defended her TBS Championship against Anna Jay. In the latest edition of her “Mone Bag” newsletter, the reigning AEW TBS Champion commented on her big win over Jay, Kris Statlander’s beef, and more. She wrote,…

'I Got Stuck By A Bridge In Joliet' T-Shirts Now For Sale At Museum

JOLIET — Whether you are a Cubs fan or a White Sox fan, a Democrat or Republican, a resident of the east side or the west side, Joliet residents can all agree they share one common frustration about their city: it’s those dreaded drawbridges along the canal for the Des Plaines River. When one goes…

Beth Beatty's 1st Year In Joliet: City Hall Shakeups, Tram and Taxes

JOLIET — On Halloween 2023, Joliet’s new Mayor Terry D’Arcy announced the hiring of Beth Beatty as Joliet’s new permanent city manager. “I am confident I can work effectively with Mayor Terry D’Arcy and the Joliet City Council to help the city achieve its short-term and long-term goals, positioning Joliet as a leader in the…

Farmingdale Aide Talks Lifesaving Rescue: 'It Happened So Quickly'

FARMINGDALE, NY — Dawn Puig, an aide at Woodward Parkway Elementary School in Farmingdale, was observing another kindergarten lunchtime in the cafeteria when a girl began choking on her cheeseburger on Dec. 12. Puig saved the girl’s life that day and discussed her rescue efforts. The girl approached Puig holding her neck with both hands…

Board Tosses Challenge In Orland Township, Candidates Kept On Ballot

ORLAND TOWNSHIP — An electoral board in Orland Township voted to dismiss a challenge that contended American flags on township candidates’ nominating petitions violated election rules. On Dec. 4, the Orland Township Electoral Board of Robert Bertucci, Laura Jacksack and Thomas Melody convened to deliberate on the challenge against nominating documents for candidates of the…

'BBQ Pitmasters' TV Producer Opens J.Bones Barbeque In Westfield

WESTFIELD, NJ — A new traditional Barbecue restaurant and full-service catering called J.Bone’s Barbeque is opening in Westfield. Pitmaster Jordan J. Mallari of Fanwood is hosting a grand opening on Friday at noon at 1117 South Ave W. in Westfield. J.Bone’s Barbecue is BYOB and is available for dine-in, take-out, and catering. Mallari’s passion for…