What's up New Providence! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
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Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Verizon to Bring in Temporary Cell Tower After Chanlon Road Antenna Removal Leaves Gaps in Coverage in New Providence (TAPinto.net) — Verizon is bringing a temporary cell tower to Central Avenue within about a week to fix the dropped calls and weak signal many New Providence residents have faced since the Chanlon Road antenna was removed. The portable tower should stay six to eight months while Verizon and borough officials work on a permanent solution, and residents are urged to use Wi‑Fi calling at home in the meantime.
• Kearney signals support for Palmieri-Mouded Senate bid (newjerseyglobe.com) — A potential State Senate matchup in the 21st District could shape who represents New Providence in Trenton, as Assemblyman Vinnie Kearney signals strong support for Union County Commissioner Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded to challenge Sen. Jon Bramnick. The piece explains how recent Democratic gains, including unseating former New Providence Assemblywoman Michele Matsikoudis, have made the district a top target.
• Piscataway pulls ahead of Phillipsburg to take top spot in Week 6 Big Central Power Rankings (cjsportsradio.com) — New Providence's football team climbed in the Big Central Conference power rankings after a strong win over Dayton, moving up both in league and statewide standings. The article explains how the state's Strength Index system works and shows where other nearby schools now sit, giving local fans context for the Pioneers' rise.
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