Highland Park Planet (https://highlandparkplanet.org/category/local-news/page/28/)
Borough is looking to create a sustainable source of energy through solar panels. It is applying for a Sustainable Jersey grant to install solar panels on select municipal building buildings that could provide heat and electricity for residents who are suffering through a power outage. READ MORE
Highland Park Borough has issued an official statement lifting the boil water advisory. READ MORE
This story about the arrests of individuals for brandishing a toy gun is an update of the story that ran Sunday, Nov. 2, after eye-witnesses reported the incident to The Highland Park Planet.
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John Heldrich, who died Monday, Nov 3, at the age of 88, is remembered by Highland Park and New Brunswick officials for his legendary philanthropy READ MORE
The big winner of the night was Mayor Gayle Brill Mittler, who beat off two challengers for her post. The Save Our Schools slate of candidates were victorious over the Unite Highland Park candidates in Highland Park’s other hotly contested election. READ MORE
A local filmmaker/social activist was among the individuals charged with disorderly conduct for allegedly brandishing a toy gun in the parking lot of the Montgomery Apartments where a film was being made. READ MORE
Water main break on Wayne Street affects several homeowners but reportedly signals no alarming trend in water main problems. READ MORE
Update: Special meeting of the Highland Park Planning Board is scheduled for Monday, Nov. 3, to discuss The American Properties’ lawsuit settlement, the Master Plan changes that the terms of the settlement would necessitate, and the consequential impact of these changes on the community. READ MORE
Highland Park residents this year are actively engaged in the electoral process with three candidates running for mayor and seven candidates running for three positions on the school board. The municipal and public education issues being debated will have a major impact on the community. READ MORE
Do you have an uneven sidewalk in front of your house? If you’re one of the residents who has resisted calls to repair it, you might want to mind a new law under consideration. READ MORE