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Jersey Mom Steps Between Her 2-Year-Old Child and Mountain Lion
Imagine turning around and seeing a Mountain Lion ready to attack your 2 1/2 year old daughter. That's exactly what happened to a Stillwater, New Jersey mom. Thankfully, Mom also yelled and the mountain lion turned and ran off into the woods. Are there mountain lions in New Jersey?. The...
10 most expensive homes sold in Sussex County, Sept. 23-29
A house in Sparta that sold for $925,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Sussex County in the past week. In total, 56 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $464,328, or $278 per square foot.
This 279 Year Old NJ Home Has Secret Passageways, Hidden Doors, and George Washington Visited
This Morris County home has a deep history in New Jersey and overall American history as it played a part in the Revolutionary War. Cricket Hill, built in 1745, is located in the Morris County town of Boonton and it has some intriguing features. The first unique feature is the...
Fans of Burrini's Old Worlde Market bid goodbye to Morris County 'icon' after six decades
Another multigenerational Morris County business is about to close after feeding a grateful community for nearly six decades. A go-to destination for quality groceries, fresh-prepared meals and holiday catering, Burrini's Olde World Market in Randolph announced late last month that "with a heavy heart" it would close its doors forever on Oct. 13. "Unfortunately,...
Sparta Zoning Board to Hear 3 'D' Variance Applications on Wednesday, October 9
SPARTA, NJ – The Sparta Zoning Board will be meeting on Wednesday, October 9 at 7 p.m. The board members will be hearing several applications at the meeting, including three requiring a “D” variance and one “C” variance. The Sussex County Charter School on North Church Road is seeking a D variance. Tor Anderson on Layton Lane is seeking a D variance Perona Realty Corporation located on Perona Road/Carriage House Road is seeking both C and D variances Richard Shinnick on East Shore Trail is seeking a C variance. There are several types of D variances: for a non-conforming use, expansion of a non-conforming use, a conditional use variance, floor area ratio, increase of density or a height variance of more than 10 feet or 10%.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERAll D variance applications are heard at the zoning board while C variances are typically handled at the planning board. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
MTHS Junior Receives Certificate of Appreciation from Twp.’s Historic Preservation Review Commission
MONTVILLE, NJ - Students and staff in the Montville Township Public Schools [MTPS] are volunteering to assist the Montville Township Historic Preservation Review Commission [MT HPRC] with historic preservation.During summer 2024, Montville Township High School [MTHS] junior Zachary Quan assisted the MT HPRC in the compilation of historical information. This electronic compilation gathered important historical data, from multiple sources, into an organized data base of Montville Township History. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER“Zac’s efforts on behalf of the MT HPRC have enhanced the local Historic Registry for Montville Township,” said Anthony Angiolini, Chairman of the MT HPRC. “The collection...
Town of Morristown Announces Board Vacancies
MORRISTOWN, NJ - The Town of Morristown has announced several board vacanciesMorristown Parking AuthorityCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER1 -Commissioner 5 year term (exp 12/31/29)Morristown Zoning Board Of Adjustment1- Regular Member- 4 year term (exp 12/31/28)1-Regular Member - 4 year term (exp 12/31/28)DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE.1- Alternate Member- 2 year term (exp 12/31/26)Morristown Rent Leveling Board1- Regular Member (homeowner or landlord) - unexpired term (exp 12/31/26)1 - Regular Member (landlord) - 4 year term (exp 12/31/28)1- Alternate Member (homeowner or landlord)- unexpired term (exp 12/31/25)SMCMUA1- Commissioner 5 year term (exp 1/31/30) Application deadline is November 15, 2024. Applications may be found on the Town website www.townofmorristown.org/openseats or in the Office of the Town Clerk.Questions should be directed to the Clerk’s Office at 973-292-6636. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Sparta's Master Plan Committee Asks Community to 'TAKE the SURVEY'
SPARTA, NJ – The community is asked to take advantage of the opportunity to help shape the future of Sparta. The Master Plan committee has posted a survey on the Master Plan Committee’s Community Engagement Hub and will be live for about six weeks.CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE SURVEYCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERIn the few days it has been open, approximately 50 people have already weighed in. The survey is to be taken online and takes only a couple of minutes to complete.The survey questions will help to provide general information on...
There was Plenty to Smile About at the Sterbenz Miles of Smiles Event in Warren County
WARREN COUNTY, NJ—A bright and fall-feeling day on October 5, 2024, was perfect for welcoming over 50 participants to Warren County Community College for the annual Sterbenz Miles of Smiles, an inclusive event benefiting The Arc of Warren County. Despite founder Paul Sterbenz being unable to attend, his daughter Kelly, joined by Warren County Community College President Will Austin, welcomed attendees and shared, "My dad says hello and is honored that this event continues."The Sterbenz Run for Abilities, created in 2020 by Paul and his brother James Sterbenz, originally replaced canceled running events during the pandemic and raised essential...
Denville Council Takes Action on Resolutions at the Oct. 1st Meeting
At its October 1st meeting, the Denville Council took action in approving multiple Resolutions. The resolutions are described as follows: The release of a performance bond posted by DTS Trucking LLC for Phase 1 of the Knuth Field Walking Trail project. This decision was taken after the Township Engineer confirmed the satisfactory completion of the project. The total bond totaled $166,774. In addition, DTS Trucking LLC has posted a one-year maintenance bond for $172,914 for continued upkeep of the trail. The Council extended its advice and consent to several mayoral appointments to the Planning Board. These appointments include both full-term and...
Denville Arts Council to Host "Campfire Stories" on October 12
The Denville Arts Council will host Campfire Stories on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 7:00 PM at Hogan’s Memorial Park on Diamond Spring Road. The event will feature an evening of storytelling around a faux campfire, with performances of short plays, stories, and poems curated by Denville playwright Dave Osmundsen.Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit around the campfire circle and enjoy the stories. The event is free and open to the public.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe theme of the evening focuses on the rich history, legends, and lore of North Jersey, a region known for its tales of unexplainable sightings, frightening encounters, and urban legends. These stories have been passed down through generations of North Jerseyans. The event, held during the spooky season of mid-October, aims to celebrate the unique and fascinating stories that define the region. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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