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Historic Boonton Stone Arch reopens over Rockaway River after $700K restoration
BOONTON — The ironworks are long gone, but a final remnant of the 18th-century industry that built this Morris County town has been restored and repurposed as a portion of a planned nature trail. After years of planning, construction and obtaining almost $700,000 in grants to pay for it...
Three of the dirtiest cities in America are here in NJ
When we tell outsiders where we’re from, we all get the eye roll. We’ve all heard the Jersey dis about smokestacks, pollution, litter, and grime. No one ever thinks of farmland, the gorgeous lakes and mountains, the Jersey shore, the hiking trails, the nature. All we ever hear about is the dirty reputation, which just isn’t warranted or fair.
Bergen County gas station attendant charged, accused of overcharging customers
A Park Ridge gas station attendant at Delta Gas was charged and accused of repeatedly overcharging customers, police said on Tuesday. Police alleged the unidentified attendant at the Kinderkamack Road Delta would manually charge more money when customers would use credit cards. When called out on the discrepancy by drivers, the attendant pretended it was a mistake and gave back the money, police said.
Logistic Details Regarding Parsippany's 4th of July Fireworks Celebration
PARSIPPANY, NJ - The Parsippany Police have communicated details and logistics for Parsippany's 4th of July fireworks celebration that will be held at Parsippany Hills High School. Please note the following:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Gates open at 5:00 PM Concert at approx.- 7:00 PM Fireworks at approx.- at dark (approx. 9:30 PM) Plan alternative routes if not attending the event as there will be traffic delays in the area of Route 53, Park Road, Brooklawn Drive and Route 202. Everyone in attendance will proceed through a Police checkpoint prior to entry. Intoxicated persons will be DENIED entry. All bags and containers are subject to inspection. The following are prohibited: glass containers alchoholic beverages pets personal fireworks drones Parking for People with Disabilities (Proper Placards Must Be Possessed) - Limited Parking at the Tennis Courts. Access can be gained via Glencove Road. Golf carts will be present to assist with transporting people needing assistance on the hill. There will be volunteer members of the Parsippany Office of Emergency Management wearing Hi-Visibility Lime/Green Shirts at the event available for directions & guidance. The rain date for the event is July 5th. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Where to see the best fireworks in North Jersey: Check out these 7 massive displays
Looking for the best Fourth of July fireworks displays in North Jersey? Look no further — we've curated a list of some of the most extravagant, colorful pyrotechnic shows. Here's what to know about where to go to be dazzled for this July 4th holiday. ...
Power Outages and Open Space Discussed at June 25 Montville Twp Committee Meeting
MONTVILLE, NJ – The June 25 Montville Township Committee meeting followed a major wind storm in the township, during which 1,400 homes lost power, according to Mayor Matt Kayne. He said that he and Deputy Mayor June Witty, Chief of Police Andrew Caggiano and Police Captain Carlo Marucci were on top of the substitute representative from JCP&L, and he thought they restored power as quickly as they could, considering that there were 12 areas that had trees down with wires intertwined. Kayne said he received texts from residents stating that power was restored much quicker than...
Temporary bridge to ease Route 15 traffic mess is opening later this month
State Department of Transportation officials plan to have a temporary bridge opened by mid-July after the loss of all Route 15 south lanes over a 124-year old bridge that was being replaced. The emergency lane closures last month detoured tens of thousands of cars onto local Jefferson Township streets. “The...
Happy Independence Day 2024 Warren!
WARREN, NJ - Independence Day 2024. "We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” Thomas Jefferson penned words based on what he learned as a student of the enlightenment. John Locke’s writings were the main inspiration for the first two paragraphs of the Declaration of Independence. We are the only country founded on natural law. Individual rights. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Some facts: John Adams wrote in a...
A Korean War soldier from NJ who was killed in action is finally given a full military funeral
A Korean war soldier from New Jersey who was killed in action 74 years ago was given a full military funeral Friday at the Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veteran Memorial Cemetery in Wrightstown. A large escort of over 200 people, including Veterans of Foreign Wars members, traveled from Maxwell...
Adam Cruz Hired as Dover’s Town Administrator
DOVER — Adam E. Cruz was hired on June 26 as Dover’s new town administrator. He will earn $220,000 annually, reportedly $20,000 more than his salary in Trenton and $20,000 less than Dover’s former town administrator, BettyLou DeCroce. Trenton’s Mayor Reed Gusciora announced that Cruz had given...
25 in ’25: BJ’s announces newest location for the Garden State
BJ's Wholesale Club has announced two new store locations and one is in New Jersey. The new spot will be the Garden State's 25th location of the membership-only warehouse club. The announcement also includes the 10th BJ's location for North Carolina. “We are excited to deliver the unbeatable value our...
Union Township Active Retirees Enjoy Senior Fun Day
UNION, NJ - Union's seniors were treated to a morning of entertainment on Monday, as the Union Elks hosted a Senior Fun Day as part of the Union Township Active Retirees' Monday Day Club. More than 90 attendees took part in various outdoor games and dancing during the event, which also included a lunch of assorted sub sandwiches and chips. "It's been wonderful," said Allen Collins, President of the Union Township Active Retirees. "The weather's been great, and we're trying to take advantage of the fantastic day." Among the activities were lawn darts, ring toss, and high roller dice....
A century of patriotism: Plainfield's 100th July 4th parade takes on added significance
PLAINFIELD – The city's celebration of the 100th anniversary of its Fourth of July parade is more than a celebration of the holiday marking the country's independence. The three-day event is also a celebration of Plainfield, its organizers say. Beginning in 1924 as an event just for the city...
River Road Sinkhole Repaired, but Road Will Be Closed During the Day for Repaving
NOCKAMIXON TOWNSHIP, PA—PennDOT has reopened a stretch of River Road that it had closed for an emergency sinkhole repair, but delays will continue as the road is repaved. Route 32/River Road was closed on June 26 between Route 611/Easton Road and Bridgeton Hill Road while PennDOT fixed a sinkhole that had opened up. The agency on July 2 announced that the road had been repaired and reopened.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER But on July 3 and then again from July 8 through July 12, the road will be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for repaving. During the closure, motorists will be directed to use Bridgeton Hill Road/Marienstein Road and Route 611/Easton Road. Want more news like this delivered to your inbox? Sign up for our daily and weekly e-mail newsletters online. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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