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Friday May 29th Patch AM

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In today's newsletter:

  • How Madison’s new data center ban could reshape future development
  • What’s new at Madison Community Pool—and how to get involved
  • How Madison’s new Pride Month proclamation could shape community life

Also on today's calendar: Aging Well: A Community Day for Seniors and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Where do you learn how to make ice cream ? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 80 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Saturday: Some sun, windy and cooler, temps: high: 67, low: 48.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 76 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Madison Council Hears Public Health Updates, Introduces Data Center Ban (tapinto.net) — Madison’s Borough Council just advanced an ordinance to ban data centers, saying they don’t fit the town’s master plan or land-use needs, while also updating affordable housing rules. Officials highlighted new and upcoming public health services, including a WIC clinic in Summit, pool safety inspections, free screenings at Hartley Dodge Memorial, and continued Healthy Bones and lead-testing programs for Madison residents.    

2. Madison Community Pool Draws Nearly 500 Visitors During Opening Weekend (tapinto.net) — Madison Community Pool has opened for the 2026 summer season, drawing nearly 500 visitors and confirming that swim lessons, deep-water tests, and tournaments are now underway. Borough staff, volunteers, and Madison High School students helped ready the facility, and residents can still register for lessons and events or find details at madisonpool.org.    

3. Madison Proclaims June as Pride Month During Borough Council Meeting (tapinto.net) — Madison’s borough council has officially proclaimed June 2026 as Pride Month, affirming support for LGBTQ residents and emphasizing equality, inclusion, and visibility in the community. Madison High School Gender Sexuality Alliance students accepted the proclamation, as Mayor Robert Conley highlighted civil rights history and the borough’s commitment to a safe, welcoming environment for all.    

4. Lutz leads Madison over Haddon Twp. in SJG1 (nj.com subscription) — Madison High’s boys lacrosse team rolled to a 13–1 home win over Haddon Township in the South Jersey Group 1 first round, powered by six-point performances from Matt Lutz and Jacob Deutsch. The Dodgers, now 14–6, advance to face sixth-seeded Bernards in the quarterfinals, with several Madison players contributing multi-point efforts in the rout.    


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  • Fairleigh Dickinson University posted a job opening for Public Safety Officer---Florham in Madison. Apply here.
  • PrideStaff posted a job opening for All shifts - Machine Operator in Florham Park. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Madison here.

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