LND topic: bergen-county-oakland page 1

bergen county oakland

Honoring the Last WWII Veterans in Lee County

June 27, 2026

Every year in early August, Lee County hosts a special dinner and ceremony to celebrate the brave individuals who served in World War II. This year, the event moves to August 9th at Kelly Greens in Fort Myers. What started as a small gathering has grown into a meaningful tradition, but its future de

education

Behind the Scenes: Virginia Schools Face a Major Decision on Learning Standards

June 27, 2026

Virginia schools are at a crossroads. A recent proposal suggests pushing back tighter reading and math standards by two years. Instead of rolling them out gradually over four years starting now, officials want to start later. This shift follows research showing the new accountability system might ne

politics

Katie Porter’s Political Future: Lessons from Her Governor Race Loss

June 27, 2026

Katie Porter isn’t stepping away from politics just yet—but she’s taking a hard look at where she fits in. After losing the California governor race last month, she’s returning to her job as a law professor at UC Irvine, where she’ll teach bankruptcy this fall. That means staying close to home as he

weather

Weekend weather in New Jersey Shore areas: rain expected Saturday, sunshine Sunday

June 27, 2026

The New Jersey Shore can expect mixed weather this weekend. A low-pressure system is moving in, bringing mild temperatures and scattered rain to the coast on Saturday. While showers will be light overall, thunderstorms could produce heavier downpours in some spots. The rain should taper off by Sunda

science

Teen From Dublin Wins Global Science Award

June 26, 2026

A young scientist from Dublin has taken home the third prize at the world’s largest science competition, beating 1, 800 entries chosen from over 60 countries. The award was for a project in Computational Biology and Bioinformatics that earned her $1, 200. Her invention is a wearable device that moni

health

Cool Places to Beat the Heat in Kane County

June 26, 2026

Kane County residents are being urged to stay safe as the summer heat climbs. The local health department says that long periods of high temperature and humidity can cause serious problems like heat exhaustion or heat stroke, especially for the elderly, kids, people with chronic illnesses, and those

weather

Storm Heads Northeast Lapeer: Hail Threat Looms

June 26, 2026

A strong thunderstorm is moving east across northeast Lapeer County, Michigan, and the National Weather Service has issued a warning that lasts until 5:30 p. m. The storm, spotted about five miles north of Lapeer at 4:50 p. m. , is traveling roughly 25 mph. Radar shows it could drop hail as large as

celebrities

Paltrow\'s Oakland Kitchen Stirs Up More Than Just Green Salads

June 26, 2026

A new food spot in Oakland is making waves for all the wrong reasons. Goop Kitchen, opened last summer by actress Gwyneth Paltrow, just expanded in the Bay Area. But this isn\'t your typical eatery. It operates inside a shared kitchen space where many restaurants prepare meals. The location also spa

crime

Better Checks for Hamilton County’s Justice System

June 26, 2026

Hamilton County is stepping up its game in criminal justice by creating a Conviction Integrity Unit, a move that could change how local cases are reviewed. This new division will re-examine closed cases to find mistakes that put innocent people behind bars. Research shows wrongful convictions happen

politics

Ventura County Schools Spend Big on Freebies

June 26, 2026

Ventura County schools spent over $700, 000 in just three years on branded items like pens, tote bags, and tumblers. Most of these freebies had the superintendent’s name and the school office’s logo. Critics say this is a waste when schools face budget cuts and fewer students. The spending spree st