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Branchburg may 'spread around' new affordable housing
BRANCHBURG - The next round of affordable housing may be "spread around" Branchburg, Township Committeeman Tom Young said Monday. The township anticipates that its affordable housing obligation for the next decade will be 450 units, Young said at Monday's Township Committee meeting. The township does not want the new housing developments to be 100%...
Fanwood Environmental Commission Announces Winners of Great Birdhouse Contest
FANWOOD, NJ – The Fanwood Environmental Commission has announced the winners of its Great Birdhouse Contest. First, second, and third place prizes were awarded for the children’s category and one prize was given for the adult category. The Children’s winners are: 1st prize: "Home Tweet Home," made by Emma Yegelwel. 2nd prize: "Fanwood Condo's" made by a group of six during a birthday party: Nali Foster, Evie Papernik, Benson Jensrek, Dempsey Jenskrek, Amelia Schneder, and Cecilia Bryce. 3rd prize: "Sparrow Manor," made by Chaya Senthilvelan. The Adult winner is: "The Nesting Place," made by Anna-Marie Chimento and Frank Chimento (a father/daughter team). The birdhouses are on display at the Fanwood Memorial Library until Saturday, October 12, then they will be on display for "Youth Day" at the Fanwood Nature Center. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Summit Girls Soccer Triumphs Over Gov. Livingston 3-2
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ -- The Summit Girls Soccer Team battled from behind against Gov. Livingston on Tuesday, rallying to a 3-2 victory as senior left wing Joelle Ma rattled off two goals in the second half. Senior Striker Parker Febo got the team on the board in the first half with a goal, getting the assist from Ma. Gov. Livingston was up 2-1 at the break, but the Hilltopper defense shut its opponent down in the second half and Ma fueled the needed offensive spark leading to Summit’s win. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERGov Livingston's Lauren Simon and Kiera Forrester both scored goals in the first half (5-3).With the win, the Lady Hilltoppers stand at 4-2-1. The team now faces David Brearley on Friday at SHS Upper Turf Field. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Intersection of Boulevard & Grove to Become Westfield’s Latest All-Way Stop
WESTFIELD, NJ — As early as the first week of October, new signage will be set up to mark the intersection of Boulevard and Grove Street as the town's latest all-way stop after the town council's approval Tuesday.While most of the meeting was spent handling the handoff of the open fourth ward council seat, the Westfield Town Council also got the ordinance change approved for the change in traffic flow. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER“Over the course of seven months of traffic engineering analysis that intersection, with the new rules that were established in January of...
Photo Gallery: Palmeras Entertainment Opens on Route 18 South (Yes, Really!)
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to Palmeras Entertainment at 1031 Route 18 South, East Brunswick which officially opened on September 24, 2024. Let the games begin!Mayor Brad Cohen cuth the ribbon yesterday on the family fun venue and event space that has captured the interest of resident and travellers for nearly three years as as the community looked on. “This is the most anticipated opening in my eight years as mayor,” said Cohen.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe Mayor was joined by Robert Zuckerman, Economic Development Officer, and Ronnie...
Grandstand Approval and Sewage Concerns Topics at Madison's Council Meeting
Madison, NJ — At Monday’s mayor and council meeting 13 resolutions were adopted unanimously.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERA resident speaking on behalf of the Friends of the Drew Forest applauded the council for authorizing the borough’s inclusion in the federal highlands boundary through resolution 271-2024. Madison is seeking this designation so it can apply for funding for property acquisition through the The Highlands Conservation Act. The council commented on resolution 272-2024 permitting the Madison Little League to build a grandstand, press box and backstop at Sonny Vitale Field. The league received an anonymous donation making...
First the Flood, Then a Torrent of Princeton Paperwork
Princeton, NJ -- Steve Waskow lives in a quaint red house on Stockton Street, on the western edge of town. It’s the kind of home that makes you think of a dollhouse, especially in winter when there’s a wreath on the door. Just beyond Waskow’s house, to the west, New Jersey’s oldest working bridge enhances the appeal. Even prettier, beneath the arches of the Stony Brook Bridge flows a stream. The scenic Stony Brook, a tributary of the Millstone River, glints as it skirts Waskow’s lawn and disappears beneath the trees. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe...
Summit NJ Council Meeting Highlights: Proclamations & Updates
SUMMIT, NJ -- During the Summit Common Council Meeting held last week, Mayor Elizabeth Fagan, MD, presented two proclamations. The first declared September 17, 2024, as Pilgrim Baptist Church Day in Summit in honor of its 95th anniversary; Pastor Ronald Allen, Sr, attended and accepted the proclamation. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe second declared September 17 to September 23, 2024, as Constitution Week in Summit; several members of the Beacon Fire Chapter of the DAR attended and accepted the proclamation.Mayor Fagan shared the following construction updates:• The Wilson paddle courts are closed until reconstruction is complete; Council...
New Providence Council Proclaims October as Food Insecurity Awareness Month; Recognizes Abigail Franco and Aidan Barth for Helping Residents in Need
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – Mayor Al Morgan read a proclamation designating October as Food Insecurity Awareness Month at the Tuesday, September 24 council meeting. Abigail Franco and Aidan Barth, who started the LINC-program two and a half years ago while still in high school to help local families in need, attended the meeting to receive the proclamation.Councilwoman Nadine Geoffroy also complemented Franco and Barth for their “tireless effort and passion” to grow the program and assist residents in need.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERBarth explained that the program has provided over 10...
Franklin Township Council Meeting: YMCA Donation, Franklin Day Festival Announcement & More
SOMERSET, NJ - Several community initiatives, including securing funding for a new YMCA facility and recognizing student achievements were discussed during Tuesday night's council meeting. The highlight of the meeting was a $750,000 check presentation from Assemblyman Joe Danielsen to the Franklin Township YMCA. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER"For this to be a reality, no one organization can afford to pay 30, $40 million it's going to be a multi-level partnership, starting from the state, then the county, and then the municipality, and then, of course, donations from the community," Danielsen said.The YMCA...
Edison Township Tables Ordinance Limiting Time the Public May Address the Council
EDISON, NJ - The township council has tabled an ordinance to limit the time a person may address the council during meetings and eliminate the opportunity for rebuttal. The council unanimously voted to table the proposal and form a subcommittee to discuss revisions to the ordinance.Councilman John Poyner said the council should form a subcommittee to discuss this ordinance to follow state statutes. The subcommittee would consider comments made by the public and council members, and report to the council with an amended ordinance, according to Poyner.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe subcommittee will include...
Mosquito Spray Scheduled for Parts of Edison Township
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - Middlesex County Mosquito Extermination Commission will be spraying parts of Edison Township on Thursday from 6:30 PM to 11:59 PM. The rain date will be Monday. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe spray will be applied to the area between Livingston Avenue and Ten Eyck Place (east of Grover Avenue), and East of Route 1 between Main Street, Woodbridge Avenue, and Mill Road. To see the spray map, click here. The commission will be spraying the chemical Etofenprox and will be applied from the ground by a truck using low volume (LV) or ultra-low volume (ULV) techniques. All chemicals used are approved by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station for the control of adult mosquitoes. Although these chemicals are not harmful to humans, residents are still advised to avoid exposure. The county advises residents to limit their time outdoors while spraying is being conducted, do not leave animals outside at this time, and do not touch any surfaces that are still wet from the chemicals. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Multicultural Festival Is Coming To The Borough Of Roselle
ROSELLE, NJ - A Multicultural Festival is coming to the Borough of Roselle on October 19. The event will be held at Borough Hall Parking Lot, located at 210 Chestnut Street from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERA variety of live entertainment options are available including food and novelty vendors, family activities, and face painting. For more information, you may contact the Borough of Roselle at 908-245-6717. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
$750 Fine for Former Roselle Park Councilmember
ROSELLE PARK, NJ - Former Councilmember Joseph DeIorio was issued a fine for $750 by the New Jersey Local Finance Board for improprieties related to his voting on selling a garbage truck to the Borough of Kenilworth while he was the chief financial officer in the town.The notice of violation issued this summer and recently publicly released involves the sale of a garbage truck by Roselle Park in 2020. DeIorio was actively a member of the Roselle Park council and Kenilworth's head finance official at the time. He no longer holds either position.Two municipalities - Kenilworth...
Chatham Borough Council President: We're Taking 'Baby Steps' on Redevelopment Plan for River Road; Residents Wary of a PILOT
CHATHAM, NJ – Chatham Borough Council President Jocelyn Mathiasen told the public that the council is taking “baby steps” in moving toward a redevelopment plan for River Road during a discussion on the topic at Monday's meeting.Mathiasen pointed to two presentations from Chatham Borough Redevelopment Planner Fran Reiner and indicated there will be a future public vote on whether to move forward with a redevelopment plan for River Road (see below).CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERChatham residents at the meeting were wary of another PILOT agreement (Payment In Lieu Of Taxes), such...
Union County’s Fresh Start Event To Be Held In Elizabeth
ELIZABETH, NJ - Union County invites residents in need to their Fresh Start Event at the Elizabeth Public Library. The event is designed to give back to the community while raising awareness about homelessness. The event will be held on October 10 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Showers, laundry, and restroom services are available on a first come first serve basis. The Elizabeth Public Library is located at 11 S Broad Street. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERFor more information, call the Union County Action Line at 908-677-5405. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Road Construction Causes Delays in Morris County, NJ
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - As of today, multiple construction projects are underway across Morris County, affecting major highways and local roads. Drivers should expect lane closures, shoulder restrictions, and lane shifts throughout the day. Below is a list of the most current construction updates:
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