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NJ father of 7 drowns while saving kids at Delaware Water Gap
LAKEWOOD — A father of seven who drowned at the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Monday is the second Ocean County resident this summer to die in the river. Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area spokeswoman Kathleen Sandt said rescue teams were dispatched around 1:45 p.m. for the report of a 39-year-old Lakewood man drowned near Bushkill Access in Pennsylvania.
New Jersey’s Biggest Halloween Party Set to Return
It's billed as the Northeast’s Largest Halloween Party. Fright Fest Extreme is returning to Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson. This promises to be the biggest one yet. Fright Fest Extreme will debut on September 13th, which not coincidently is a Friday night. The event will be open weekends and some weeknights until November 3.
New fast casual restaurant opening in Middlesex County
When you think of fast casual restaurants you probably think of places like TGI Fridays, Applebee’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, etc. If you heard a restaurant was called Tropical Smoothie Café you might think that’s all they serve: smoothies and maybe a yogurt parfait here and there. Nope....
Homicide by Vehicle Charges Filed After Victim of February Crash on Route 309 Dies from Injuries
A Bucks County man is facing upgraded charges of homicide by vehicle after the victim of a February crash on Route 309 died from injuries sustained in the incident. Court records show Daniel Selby Jr., 31, of Fountainville, was officially charged Thursday afternoon with felony counts of homicide by vehicle while DUI, homicide by vehicle, and accidents involving death or injury while not licensed, stemming from the Feb. 10 incident in Lower Gwynedd Township.
Person Hospitalized After Falling from Cliff at Mills Reservation
MONTCLAIR, NJ - A person was hospitalized after a fall from a cliff at Mills Reservation in Essex County, prompting a high-risk rescue operation by emergency responders, according to the Montclair Fire Department. The incident occurred on Saturday, August 24 at Mills Reservation, a 157-acre park that spans Montclair and Cedar Grove, known for its walking and jogging trails, including one that leads to a cliff with views of the New York skyline. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER According to fire officials, the Montclair Fire Department responded to a report of a person that fell...
Second Annual First Responder Appreciation Day, presented by the Ken Tietjen Foundation and Carol Stillwell.
HOLMDEL, NJ: The 2nd Annual First Responder Appreciation Day, will be held on October 19, 2024. It’s free for all active first responders and their immediate family in Monmouth County! Get your tickets before they’re gone! CLICK HERE. This event is organized by the Ken Tietjen Foundation, in partnership this year with local philanthropist and President of Stillwell Hansen, Carol Stillwell.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Ken Tietjen Foundation was started in 2001 as a non-profit organization to honor the memory of Port Authority Police Officer, Ken Tietjen. It is an all volunteer 501 (c) (3) non-profit charity. One hundred percent of all donations go directly to the programs. The Ken Tietjen Foundation's mission is to support local first responders and veterans and assist children and adults experiencing trauma or difficulties. The Foundation is dedicated to connecting first responders and their families with the community and the Annual First Responder Day is in line with that mission. See flyer below for more details: For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Long-time Morris County employee retires after 30 years
MORRISTOWN, NJ (Morris County) – The Morris County Board of County Commissioners, Morris County Surrogate Heather Darling, Sheriff James Gannon, County Administrator Deena Leary, and staff honored Deborah Scott Friday ahead of her Sept. 1 retirement after a distinguished 30-year career with the Morris County Surrogate’s Office. The...
Rutgers women's soccer blanks Maine for second straight win
The Rutgers women's team secured back-to-back wins for the first time this season with a 3-0 dispatching of Maine on Sunday afternoon. The Scarlet Knights (3-1-1, 0-0) put 3 goals past the Black Bears (2-1-2), handing them their first defeat of the season. Rutgers started the half looking shaky after...
Xavier Smith, Newark East Side rally past Plainfield - Football recap
Twice before in the second half, Newark East Side was stopped inside the 1 yard line and turned the ball over on downs. Xavier Smith wasn’t about to let it happen for a third time. With 35 seconds left, Smith called his own number and, thanks to some friendly...
Amber Alert Issued for Missing 13-Year-Old Madison Carroll in Princeton
Princeton Police officers were dispatched on August 31, 2024, at approximately 5:00 AM, following reports of a potential runaway involving 13-year-old Madison Carroll. Madison's family reported being unable to locate her and contacted law enforcement for assistance. She was last seen in the 1000 block of Princeton Heights. Based on...
Jerusalem Lodge #26 Donates Backpacks to Support Plainfield Elementary Students
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Thursday, Jerusalem Lodge #26, based in Plainfield, donated 168 quality backpacks filled with school supplies to students in need. The donation was accepted at the Administration Building by Superintendent Rashon Hasan and members of the executive leadership team.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “We have been a part of Plainfield for over 200 years," said Senior Warden Robert Arroyo. " We were here before the county was even established, so giving back to this community is not something we think about as an obligation, but rather as an integral part of...
Clark BOE Monthly Meeting Scheduled for September 3
CLARK, NJ — The Clark Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 3. The meeting will open at 5:30 p.m. in the Media Center of the Arthur L. Johnson High School, located at 365 Westfield Ave., and immediately go into Executive Session, not open to the public.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The portion of the meeting open to the public will begin at 7 p.m. and will be held in the Clark Council Chambers located at 315 Westfield Avenue. [Don’t miss any TAPinto Clark news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for our free e-newsletter, delivered each morning to your inbox.] For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Football: Hunterdon Central Hammers North Hunterdon, 42-14, in Opener
FLEMINGTON, NJ -- Hunterdon Central scored four touchdowns in the third quarter and went on to a 42-14 football victory over North Hunterdon in the opener for both teams on Saturday. Giovanni Veliz rushed for 152 yards and three touchdowns on 21 carries for the Red Devils, who led, 15-7, at halftime before scoring 27 unanswered points in the third quarter.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Drew Cella threw three touchdown passes for Hunterdon Central. Cella finished with 154 yards through the air. James Mongno caught a 9-yard TD pass from Cella and Nick Vasquez hauled in a pair of scoring strikes from Cella in the third quarter, including one that covered 71 yards. Jayden Cozze finished with 37 yards on eight carries for Hunterdon Central, which will play at home against Monroe on Friday, Sept. 6. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Women’s Rugby Dominates Princeton in Season Opener
PRINCETON, N.J.—The Sacred Heart University women's rugby team opened the season with a 67-0 win on the road at Princeton on Saturday afternoon. The Pioneers swept their first National Intercollegiate Rugby Association (NIRA) game to start 1-0, while the Tigers opened the season 0-1. Reese Torticill and Ashley Torres-Brown scored a pair of tries, and Alyssa Cunningham made six conversions, scored on a penalty kick, and added a try for the Pioneers. Fabiola Millien-Faustin , Makena Wright , Samantha Melvin , Megan Chura , and Caitlyn Caldon also scored for Sacred Heart. Torticil, Millien-Faustin, and Torres-Brown each scored a try,...
Comeback falls short for No. 12 St. Thomas Aquinas in season opener - Football recap
St. Thomas Aquinas, the No. 12 ranked team in the NJ.com rankings, saw its second-half comeback attempt fall short on the road in a season-opening 36-26 loss to Mount St. Joseph (MD). The Trojans starred at a 29-0 deficit at the half. In the third quarter, the Trojans got things...
Edison Public Schools Begin Next Week: See Important Dates for 2024-2025
EDISON, NJ - The 2024 - 2025 academic school year will begin in Edison Township on Thursday. The last day of school is scheduled for June 25, 2025. All Edison Township schools will be closed on the following dates:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER October 3-4 - Rosh Hashanah November 1 - Diwali November 4 - 8 - Fall Break November 28-29 - Thanksgiving December 24-January 1 - Winter break & New Year's Day January 20 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day January 29 - Lunar New Year February 17 - President's Day March 31 - Eid April 14-18 Spring break May 26 - Memorial Day June 19 - Juneteenth Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled for Preschool and Elementary School students on November 14, November 21, March 13, and March 20. Conferences for Middle School are scheduled for December 5 and February 13, and High School is scheduled for December 3. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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