Chatham, NJ|News|
Longtime Neighbor Says Karen Swartz Has Leadership Skills for Twp. Committee
Republican candidate has the organization, creativity and honesty to get the job done, resident says.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
- Caldwells, NJ
Mike launched The Caldwells Patch in 2009 and is now the senior regional editor for North Jersey.
Mike grew up in Essex County before attending Fairfield University in Connecticut where he was an English-Journalism major and four-year member and captain of the men's tennis team.
Mike worked for several of Hearst Corporation's Connecticut Media Group newspapers, including the Connecticut Post, Greenwich Citizen, Norwalk Citizen and as the managing editor of the New Canaan News and Darien News.
Mike's journalism career began in sports, covering high schools, colleges and the Pilot Pen and U.S. Open tennis tournaments.
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Hoboken, NJ|News|
Planner to Present Final Plan for Phase I of Southwest Park
A third public meeting will be held on June 4 at the Multi Service Center.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Livingston Dance Studio Making the Right Moves for Area Youth
Pucci Performing Arts Centre will offer summer camp for eight weeks starting next month.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
Millburn High Key Club Holds Battle of the Bands Competition
The event will be held Friday, May 30 at the high school's main gym.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Police Probe Greenwood Avenue Burglary
Resident returned home Saturday evening and found a number of items and cash missing.
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Hoboken, NJ|News|
Irish Cultural Festival Comes to Hoboken's Sinatra Park
Third annual event will be held on Saturday, June 7.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Chatham, NJ|News|
Watchung Avenue Closes Again for Roadwork
Stretch between Washington and Lafayette avenues will be closed between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Friday.
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Madison, NJ|News|
Drew Student Sues College, Classmates for False Rape Allegations and Male Bias
Hunterdon Central Regional High School grad's 'entire academic career is ruined' from accusations and alleged botched probe.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Chatham, NJ|News|
'We've Got it Covered' Comes to Madison Community House
The Adult School of the Chathams, Madison and Florham Park will present the concert on Thursday, June 5.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Paramus, NJ|News|
Paramus Mayor to County Executive: Stop Dumping On Us
Rich LaBarbiera claims Kathleen Donovan and her administration have shifted the blame on the new county DPW facility.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Caldwells|News|
Road Trip Takes Caldwell High Baseball Team to Cal Ripken Stadium
Chiefs rout Passaic Valley in games played at 6,000-seat stadium in Maryland.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Online Loan Scams Still Preying on Hopatcong Residents
Police warn of 'Green Dot' scams that are continuing to impact area residents.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
Gaelen Juried Art Show & Sale Winners Now on Display
Artwork remains on display through Sunday, June 22.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Accident Simulation Shows Dangers of Texting, Not Wearing Seat Belts
Nearly 100 students and teachers watched the demonstration Tuesday outside Montclair High.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Chatham, NJ|News|
Water Service Repair Work Closes Portion of Watchung Avenue
Roadway will be closed between Washington and Lafayette avenues between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Thursday.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Hackettstown, NJ|News|
Drunken Driver Hits Mailbox, Street Sign and Leaves Scene, Police Say
Panther Valley resident was later pulled over for a moving violation and faces DWI and other charges.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
Short Hills Mall Wants Part of Fatal Carjacking Lawsuit Dismissed
Attorney claims allegations do not show 'intentional or conscious wrongdoing' to merit punitive damages in death of Dustin Friedland.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Madison, NJ|News|
Chamber of Commerce Holds Fire Extinguisher Inspections
Inspections will be available to borough businesses and residents on June 17.
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Chatham, NJ|News|
Colony Pool Opens for the Season on Saturday
New features this year include Pickle Ball, basketball in the upper lot and a Teen Dock.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff
Chatham, NJ|News|
Southern Boulevard PTO President Backs Abbott, Kelly for Township Committee
Jennifer Cullinan supports Kathy Abbott and Mike Kelly in June primary.
Mike Pignataro, Patch Staff