Fireworks Debris Plan Sparks Debate at Yarmouth Conservation Meeting

Overview: The Yarmouth Conservation Commission meeting highlighted several environmental concerns, most notably the debate over the pollution control plan for the Yarmouth Seaside Festival’s fireworks display.

Falmouth Conservation Commission Tackles Unpermitted Wetland Work and Restoration Efforts

Overview: The Falmouth Conservation Commission’s recent virtual meeting addressed several issues, including unpermitted work on wetlands, requests for determination of applicability (RDA), and continued discussions on environmental compliance and restoration. The meeting, broadcast by FCTV, revealed a series of deliberations pivotal to local conservation efforts, particularly concerning unpermitted work at Sean Watts’ property on Meline Road.

Lopatcong Town Council Faces Steep Sewer Rate Increases Due to Infrastructure Neglect

Overview: At the recent Lopatcong Town Council meeting, the primary concern discussed was the anticipated sharp increase in sewer rates due to long-standing infrastructure issues and regulatory violations. Additionally, updates on community projects and events were addressed, alongside the successful hosting of National Night Out by the local police department.

New Jersey State Board of Education Celebrates Vocational School Expansion and Recognizes Leadership Excellence

Overview: The recent New Jersey State Board of Education meeting was highlighted by the recognition of Commissioner Kevin Dehmer, who received the 2025 Career and Technical Education Leadership Award for his contributions to enhancing career programming across New Jersey. This honor underscores the successful allocation of $275 million in state bond funding aimed at expanding vocational technical schools, which is expected to create over 4,700 new student seats and increase vocational school graduates by approximately 1,200 annually. The meeting also involved the introduction of the new student representative, a discussion on professional development for teachers, and a series of administrative appointments.

Norfolk County Advances GPS Technology for Accurate Surveys and Infrastructure Projects

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Norfolk Board of County Commissioners, strides in GPS technology and infrastructure projects were highlighted, particularly focusing on enhancing surveying accuracy and addressing local needs.