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Mega Millions winning numbers, live results for Tuesday’s $137M lottery drawing
The Mega Millions jackpot for Tuesday’s lottery drawing has jumped to an estimated $137 million with a cash option of $63 million. The winning numbers were: 4, 8, 19, 31 and 45. The Mega Ball drawn was 11 with a Megaplier of 4X. No one across the country hit...
New Jersey woman charged after several dead animals found inside freezer
A woman in New Jersey is in custody after dozens of animals were removed from inhumane conditions and several others were found dead inside her home.On Monday, police in Galloway Township executed a search warrant at a home on the 300 block of Cresson Avenue.The search warrant was the result of an ongoing investigation after police said they received multiple reports of animals living in poor conditions.At the home, authorities say they rescued seven dogs and 29 cats.Investigators also reportedly found two dead dogs, a dead cat, and four dead kittens inside a freezer.The woman who lived at the home,...
Vacationing family from New Jersey stuck in Jamaica as Hurricane Beryl approaches
The death toll from Hurricane Beryl is rising, as the most powerful storm to ever hit the Atlantic in July lashes the Caribbean.As the storm barrels toward Jamaica, people are on high alert, including a New Jersey family on vacation, who were hoping to make it off the island before the storm arrives.The Simon family spent six glorious days in Montego Bay. For them, this trip was a long-awaited getaway and college graduation celebration."It's actually beautiful. It's beautiful," said Brett Savage-Simon from Bloomfield, New Jersey.But the tropical beauty captured in some of their pictures will soon be replaced with storm-force...
New Jersey, Virginia Pair Tried to Illegal Export Aviation Tech to United Arab Emirates
NEWARK, NJ—Two individuals were apprehended on Tuesday morning for their alleged involvement in illegally exporting an aviation device to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced…
New Jersey Civil Services Commission Announces Volunteer Firefighter Opportunities For All Local Municipalities
ELIZABETH, NJ - The application portal for volunteer firefighter positions has opened according to the New Jersey Civil Services Commission. Opportunities are available throughout the state, including Elizabeth. The deadline to apply is September 3. The City of Elizabeth requires all applicants to be Elizabeth residents. All opportunities require proof of residency in New Jersey. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Additionally, all applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and must be at least 18 years of age, but not older than 35, and have a valid driver’s license. Candidates may also be required to undergo a medical and psychiatric examination. More information can be found on the State of New Jersey website. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Exciting News For Real Housewives Of New Jersey Fans
If you watch the Real Housewives of New Jersey you’re sure to know this famous husband who’s been on the show for years, but what you may not know is that he also does standup comedy and he’ll be performing in New Jersey this summer. Real Housewives...
NJ governor’s hometown left holding bill for $3.7M Biden fundraiser
MIDDLETOWN — The mayor says this township is on the hook for nearly $24,000 after providing extra protection Saturday night for President Joe Biden’s fundraising event at Gov. Phil Murphy’s home. Biden landed at the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst late Saturday afternoon and flew Marine One to the...
NJ101.5 listeners have voted for the best ‘dive’ bar in NJ
Thousands of votes came pouring in on Friday and through the weekend after we announced the finalists in the four-region contest to find the best Jersey dive bar. We ended up with five finalists because of a rare tie in Central Jersey between Ellery's in Middlesex Boro. and Lagoda's Saloon...
These N.J. towns sock residents with the highest property taxes in each county
New Jersey has some of the highest property taxes in the nation and they played a pivotal role in state budget negotiations. On the line this year were a package of tax breaks meant to alleviate that strain, but concerns remain as to whether the state budget can afford them in coming years.
Is NJ getting a new blueberry? Testing is underway
The blueberry may be New Jersey's state fruit, but apparently it's not perfect. This summer, researchers at Rutgers University are hitting the final phase of a quest to develop a variety of blueberry that more consumers should enjoy. Thousands of blueberry plants are being evaluated for desirable traits, and only...
Lenape Park Inclusive Playground: East Brunswick Receives $750, 000 Grant
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Lenape Park, tucked into the southern elbow of East Brunswick's historic district off Old Bridge Turnpike on Millman Avenue, will be the home of a new playground for children with physical and neurodiverse challenges due to the quick-thinking and quick-acting EB Department of Recreation and Parks . When a matching-funds grant became available on January 11 from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, East Brunswick applied for the grant through Jake’s Law which is available to counties for the construction of completely inclusive playgrounds. At the Township Council meeting on January 22, representatives of the...
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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