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Baraka’s ‘Rollin’ with Ras Block Party Tour’ begins tonight
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Ras Baraka will launch his “Rollin’ with Ras Block Party Tour” in Somerville tonight, the first of a series of neighborhood block parties across New Jersey aimed at introducing the three-term Newark mayor to primary voters in advance of next year’s election. Baraka...
Twitchy NJ man admits driving around with pipe bombs
HAMILTON (Mercer) — A New Jersey man has pleaded guilty to having pipe bombs in his conspicuous car during a traffic stop in Mercer County. Jeremy Giliberti, 52, pleaded guilty to possessing destructive devices in Trenton federal court on Tuesday. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the Mount Laurel...
NJ woman accused of ripping off Union County synagogue for $350K
A Union County woman has been accused of stealing more than $350,000 from a synagogue where she worked as a bookkeeper, U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger announced. Stacy Margaritondo, of Scotch Plains, has been charged with wire fraud. The 51-year-old Margaritondo appeared in Newark federal court on Tuesday and was released...
Mosquito spraying set for Saturday night in 4 Warren County towns
WARREN COUNTY, NJ – The Warren County Mosquito Commission has announced that it will be spraying against mosquitoes Saturday night, weather permitting, in parts of Phillipsburg, Lopatcong Township, Alpha Borough, and Harmony Township. The mosquito spraying will go on from 8:30 p.m. – 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, July 27...
Bear Sighting Caught On Video In Robbinsville Township, NJ
Summer is officially in full swing and we have seen quite a few bear sightings in Mercer County, New Jersey this year so far! We got word that there has been yet another black bear sighting in Robbinsville Township within the last few days. During this time of year, we...
Warren Women Plead Guilty of $1.3 Million School Embezzlement
NEWARK, NJ-- Two Warren women, including a former assistant dean and a former employee of an Essex County graduate school pleaded guilty to defrauding their former employer of more than $1.3 million, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Teresina DeAlmeida, 59, of Warren, New Jersey and Rose Martins, 44, of East Hanover, New Jersey, pleaded guilty Friday to wire fraud conspiracy, before U.S. District Judge Julien Xavier Neals in Newark federal court. Silvia Cardoso, 61, of Warren, pleaded guilty to the same charge on July 25, 2024, before Judge Neals.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE...
Hunterdon Medical Center is Nationally Recognized for its Commitment to Providing High-Quality Stroke Care
Hunterdon Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Gold Plus Level quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood...
Union County Center Providing Citizenship Help Moves to Rahway
UNION COUNTY, NJ — A center in the county that provides services to immigrants seeking U.S. Citizenship has moved to Rahway from its former location in Elizabeth. “The Union County center for We Are One New Jersey has relocated from 288 Broad Street in Elizabeth to a new facility Irving Street in Rahway,” County Commissioner Bette Jane Kowalski said at the July 17 commissioners' board meeting. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The new We Are One New Jersey - Union County Center at 1591 Irving St. in Rahway is within walking distance of Rahway...
Saturday Milltown Water Repair Will Cause Temporary Loss of Service for Some Residents
MILLTOWN, NJ - Some borough residents will want to prepare for a loss of water service on Saturday, July 27, according to a Nixle by the Milltown Department of Public Works. The loss of service is to allow for water main repairs. Water service will be shut off beginning at 7 a.m. on all of Ford Avenue as well as Church Street from Main Street to Cottage Avenue. Service will also be off on Clay Street from Ford Avenue to Cottage Avenue. Milltown's DPW is advising residents to fill containers with water in advance to use for drinking, cooking and to flush the toilet during the absence of service. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
This ‘little gem’ of a tennis court in N.J. just marked a milestone moment
In a residential area between two houses, hidden by trees and big shrubs, is a secluded tennis court where members of the Hilltop Tennis Club have played for a century. This tennis club is one of the few places in Fanwood where members can play on a softer, Har-Tru (clay) surface.
Edison Extends Grace Period for Third Quarter Tax Payments
EDISON, NJ - The township has extended the grace period for third quarter tax payments to Monday, August 19. Residents can make payments online, at the municipal offices, through the municipal drop box, or via mail. Quarterly tax payments can be made online by clicking here. Residents will need to know their block and lot number, which is located on their tax bill.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Residents can pay their bill in person at the municipal offices, located at 100 Municipal Boulevard, at the tax collector’s office located on the second floor. The office will be open during regular business hours. Payments can be placed in the drop box located in the front of the municipal offices or mail a check to Edison Tax Collector, 100 Municipal Boulevard, Edison, NJ 08817. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Roselle Public Schools Announces Mobile Vaccination Clinic For Incoming 6th Graders
ROSELLE, NJ - Roselle Public Schools encourages students entering the sixth grade to stop by Union Counties Mobile Vaccination Clinic. The clinic will be on Tuesday, August 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 108 Chestnut St. on the second floor. Vaccines available include TDaP and Meningococcal. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Roselle Public Schools say students must be a Roselle sixth grader, and be uninsured or covered by Medicaid Plan A. A parent must be present. Documentation is required including a birth certificate, parent’s photo ID, and proof of address. Pre-registration is available. Walk-ins are welcome. For more information, please contact 908-965-3868 or ucclinic@ucnj.org. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Rutgers coach Steve Pikiell is ‘defensive mastermind,’ analyst says
Rutgers has some of the best offensive talent in program history on its roster for the upcoming 2024-25 season, but history shows that any team coached by Steve Pikiell will be strong on the defensive end. The Scarlet Knights head coach has developed a reputation as one of the top...
Better Know A B1G Q&A: Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Our penultimate stop on our tour of the Big Ten takes us to East Piscataway, New Jersey (a town name that I will never get tired of) and Rutgers University. For this installment, I am joined by Greg Patuto of SB Nation’s Rutgers blog, On The Banks. Without further ado, let’s learn more about the alma mater of Steve Belichick and Mohamed Sanu!
Junior League of Elizabeth Plainfield 2024 Scholarship Winners
Junior League of Elizabeth Plainfield Scholarship Winners. The Junior League of Elizabeth Plainfield (JLEP) awarded four $4,000 scholarships at their Annual Dinner held on May 22, 2024 to college bound women who demonstrated a passion for volunteerism. The scholarship recipients are: Sienna Colon of Elizabeth, NJ who will be attending Pennsylvania State University, Natalie Fitzgerald of Westfield, NJ who will be attending University of Florida, Bushra Imran of Linden, NJ who will be attending Villanova University, and Katelyn Lester of Fanwood, NJ who will be attending the University of Texas, Austin.
Elizabeth Public Schools Announces Summer Learning Conference For Educators
ELIZABETH, NJ - Elizabeth Public Schools is offering educators the opportunity to enhance their skills. The Elizabeth Summer Learning Conference is a four-day teacher conference dedicated to enhancing educational practices. The event will be held from August 12 to August 15 at School 22 William F. Halloran located at 612 Pulaski St.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Educators have a variety of workshops to choose from including: Promoting Foundational Skill Development Through Interactive Writing Effective Strategies That Foster Vocabulary Learning Building ComprehensionDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. A full list of workshops and more information can be found on the Elizabeth Public Schools website. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Westfield Golfers Summers, Blake Continuing Hectic Summer Schedules and Succeeding
WESTFIELD, NJ — It has been an eventful week for former Westfield High School golfers Colin Summers and Barnes Blake. Summers, a Fairfield University senior and 2021 NJ.com Boys' Golfer of the Year, finished in a two-way tie for fourth with a score of 1-under-par (71-70-71--212) to finish five strokes back behind fellow amateur and winner Rutgers sophomore Derek Gutierrez at the 104th New Jersey Open Championship presented by Donnelly Industries at his home course Plainfield Country Club in Edison Thursday.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The 19-year-old Gutierrez won by three strokes over...
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