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New Jersey Devils’ Struggle to Develop Top Draft Picks in NHL Revealed
The New Jersey Devils have had development failures in recent years, with Alexander Holtz being the most significant one, despite high expectations for him as a top draft pick. Ty Smith saw a drop in production after being the top defenseman in Calder voting in 2021. Pavel Zacha, a top-six...
NJ weather: Turning steamy and stormy this week
Outdoor activities are going to face some weather challenges over the next four days. As humidity ramps up again, New Jersey's forecast contains a daily chance of thunderstorms. Rising humidity and a train of storm systems will lead to a steamy, unsettled week of weather for New Jersey. (Accuweather) Rising...
81-year-old swimmer’s life transformed after receiving innovative pacemaker at SIUH
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Koon Loh, an 81-year-old New Jersey resident, felt shocked and confused when he learned he had a condition that would jeopardize his lifestyle. In 2020, Loh discovered he had an abnormal and dangerously low heart rate, causing him to experience shortness of breath and fatigue. As an electrical engineer and daily swimmer, Loh was determined to protect his health to continue living actively.
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Mon 7/22
MODERATE RISK OF RIP CURRENTS (Atlantic & Cape May Counties) - Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the surf zone. 5 - 10 knots (Gust 12 knots) TODAY: S winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming around 10 kt late. Seas 2 to 3 ft. Wave Detail: SE 2 ft at 9 seconds.
Are New Jersey's colleges and universities worth it? Lawmakers propose bill to cap tuition
Higher education is a hot topic these days, and with the fall semester quickly approaching, college students likely have quite a few questions that they need to answer. Where am I going to live? What classes do I want to take? Which books do I need to buy?. How am...
Violence prevention groups left waiting for help
Bill would give groups a stable funding source but NJ lawmakers are on summer break. State lawmakers left for their unofficial summer break without giving final approval to a bill that advocates say would help provide more consistent funding to violence prevention organizations. The legislation, if signed into law, will...
Assembly Member Rosy Bagolie Speaks to Township Committee About Home Prevention & Security Bills
MILLBURN, NJ – Millburn's Assembly Member Rosy Bagolie attended the recent township committee to speak about the crime prevention bills that she’s been working on in the New Jersey Assembly. “They were a package of bills presented before the assembly for home security and safety. The first bill concerns keyless locking mechanisms because burglars are now learning new ways to tap into your Wi-Fi systems and break into your [home/car] digitally," began Bagolie.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER She continued to say that keyless locks are connected through Wi-Fi or through a battery. Bagolie...
Family planning to sell iconic N.J. restaurant after 75 years in business
One of New Jersey’s most scenic and remote restaurants, the Walpack Inn in Sussex County, may soon be on the market. Four members of the family that has owned the iconic restaurant for 75 years, in a famously isolated Sussex County town with less than a dozen residents, have announced plans to seek a buyer.
Staten Island Borough President Fossella on flood protection, rezoning
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (PIX11) – The first stage of a $2 billion flood protection project is about to get underway on Staten Island. Plus, rezoning to bring more affordable housing to the borough is getting a big “no” from residents. Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella talks about those issues and more on PIX11 Morning […]
Jeffries secures $1M for safer streets around Brownsville schools
Sign up for our Brooklyn Paper email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. The streets surrounding three Brownsville schools will become much safer for students and pedestrians thanks to a $1 million cash infusion secured by Congress Member Hakeem Jeffries for his district in the fiscal year 2024 government funding bill.
Hudson County Sheriff's Office DWI Checkpoint: Promoting Public Safety
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ – The Hudson County Sheriff’s Office will be cracking down on drivers impaired by alcohol or drugs on Thursday, July 25th, by conducting a DWI Checkpoint in the area of Kennedy Blvd and Manhattan Ave in Jersey City. The primary purpose of this checkpoint is not to make arrests, according to Hudson County Sheriff Frank Schillari, but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired. During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. “The Hudson County Sheriff’s Office is committed to keeping the...
FREE TO READ: Small businesses grapple with global tech outages created by CrowdStrike
Businesses from airlines to hospitals have been grappling with faulty software update that caused technological havoc worldwide on Friday. The breadth of the outages highlighted the fragility of a digitized world dependent on a few providers for key computing services. The breadth of the outages highlighted the fragility of a digitized world dependent on a few providers for key computing services. But the problem appeared to divide those affected into the haves and have nots. Major customers of Microsoft and CrowdStrike are getting IT support to resolve the issues, but smaller businesses whose Windows PCs may have received the problematic update are struggling.
Robberies at smoke shop, deli on Staten Island carried out by 18-year-old, accomplices, cops allege
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — An alleged robbery that resulted in injuries at a smoke shop on Staten Island has landed two young defendants behind bars, one of whom is facing similar charges in another case. Dustin Johns, 18, of the 200 block of Schmidts Lane in Castleton Corners, is...
Governor Hochul, Mayor Adams, and NYC Comptroller Lander Announce $500 Million for Affordable Housing
Agreement Designates Monies From the Battery Park City Authority’s Joint Purpose Fund To Be Spent for Affordable Housing. Builds on Commitment to Address New York’s Housing Crisis by Increasing Housing Stock With Safer, More Affordable, Quality Homes, Reducing Housing Cost Statewide. (WNY News Now) – Governor Kathy Hochul,...
NYPD: Armed car theft attempt thwarted by complainant on Staten Island’s South Shore
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A Tottenville residence became the target of an attempted grand larceny auto Sunday, until a male complainant apparently scared off the perpetrator. Police responded to the alleged incident just after 8 p.m. on the 200 block of Wood Avenue, where multiple high-end vehicles were parked on the residential block.
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