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Mosquito spraying set for Thursday night in 2 Warren County towns
WARREN COUNTY, NJ – The Warren County Mosquito Commission has announced that it will be spraying against mosquitoes Thursday night, weather permitting, in parts of Lopatcong Township, and Greenwich Township. The mosquito spraying will go on from 8:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 29, with an alternate...
Morris County Sheriff’s Crimestoppers to Host 38th Annual Fundraiser
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Sheriff’s Crimestoppers invites the community to their 38th Annual Fundraiser, scheduled for Monday, December 9. The event will occur from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at The Birchwood Manor, located at 111 North Jefferson Road, Whippany. This fundraiser is a crucial event...
Why Mosquitoes Bite Some People More Than Others In New York
A doctor is explaining why mosquitoes bite some people more than others. Did you know that mosquitoes are considered the "world's deadliest" creatures. That's according to the CDC. Zika virus, West Nile and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) are three viruses spread by these insects that can cause a fatal infection.
Thousands of N.Y. homeowners must find new property insurance providers
NEW YORK — Two property insurance companies are leaving the state of New York, meaning tens of thousands of homeowners must find new coverage fast. In parts of Long Island, that won't be so easy.Adirondack Insurance Exchange and subsidiary Mountain Valley Indemnity are leaving the state by the end of 2024, asking customers to "identify options for replacement" now. The New York Department of Financial Services (DFS) is overseeing the exit."I believe that DFS is doing everything they can to try to make this work," said licensed insurance agent and broker Jason Bartow. "Unfortunately, I think this kind of came...
Spark Gala to Shine Light on Essential Community Programs for Youth
PARSIPPANY — Visions and Pathways is set to host its 54th Annual Spark Gala, a highly anticipated event dedicated to supporting and uplifting the lives of young people in need. Scheduled for Thursday, October 3rd, the gala will take place at the elegant Bridgewater Marriott in Bridgewater, beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Boonton to Host Free Rabies Clinic
BOONTON — The Town of Boonton will offer a Free Rabies Clinic on Saturday, November 2, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Town Hall Firehouse at 100 Washington Street in Boonton. This clinic is open to all New Jersey residents. For everyone’s safety, please ensure that cats...
Diamond Spring Brewing Company Celebrates First Anniversary
DENVILLE, New Jersey – Diamond Spring Brewing Company recently celebrated a significant milestone,. marking one year in downtown Denville, NJ. Founded by managing partners Craig Doremus and Attila Nagy, both long-time residents of Denville, along with their spouses, Chrissy Doremus and Monika Kuzmos, the brewery has become a local fixture, with Doremus serving as Head Brewer.
Join Boonton’s Green Team!
BOONTON — The Town of Boonton is excited to announce the formation of our first Environmental Advisory Board! They seek dedicated community members passionate about preserving and restoring our environment to join this critical initiative. If you want to make a difference, please email your name, contact information, and...
Boonton Road Closures for Parade on Saturday, August 31
BOONTON — The Boonton Fire Department will hold its highly anticipated annual Labor Day Parade on Saturday, August 31. The festivities will kick off promptly at 1:30 p.m. Carnival: The carnival will run from Thursday, August 29, through Sunday, September 1. Fireworks: A dazzling fireworks display is scheduled for...
Jersey City Mayor’s Alleged Political Ruse: Firing Cops Over Cannabis Use to Boost Gubernatorial Campaign
Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop’s decision to fire police officers for using legal marijuana while off duty has sparked a messy legal fight and political controversy. Some are accusing him of using this weed policy as a “ruse” to boost his upcoming run for governor in 2025, leading to serious legal challenges and growing backlash.
Bloomingdale PTA Searching For Members
BLOOMINGDALE, NJ - Bloomingdale PTA is looking for members to join. The group is open to teachers, staff, parents, grandparents, and community members. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "Can you even believe that school starts next week?! Check "Join the PTA" off your Back to School list today" stated Bloomingdale PTA via Instagram [@bloomingdalepta]. For more information and to join click: http://bloomingdalepta.givebacks.com/store?limit=21&live=true&category=Memberships For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Attention: All First Responders, Veterans and Active Duty Military Hockey Players
WAYNE, NJ – Your NJ Warriors Disabled Veterans National Championship hockey team, led by Wayne resident, and Head Coach Ted Curtin, are hosting their 3rd Annual Patriot’s Day Shootout. A fundraising event held each year to honor the victims of 9/11. This is open to all first responders, veterans and active-duty military hockey players in the tri-state area as shooters or goal tenders. Together with NJ Devils Alumni, our local heroes will take 2,977 shots to honor the 2,977 victims who perished on September 11, 2001. It will be a grueling, yet rewarding evening for the on-ice...
Blood Drive on Saturday Aug. 31 in Morris Plains; All Donors to Receive Mets Tickets
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ - Blood is needed! A Blood Drive will take place Saturday August 31 from 8am - 2pm at the Morris Plains Community Center. The center is located at 51 Jim Fear Drive in Morris Plains. To schedule an appointment visit nybc.org/njdrive sponsor code 07668CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER All donors will receive a pair pof Mets Tickets Sign up to get all the news as it happens at www.TAPinto.net/enews and follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MorristownTAP/ and on Twitter at @MorristownTAP and on Instagram at @tapintomorristown Download the TAPinto App! Click here for Android. Click here for iOSDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Morristown Football Look for More Consistency in 2024: Colonials Open Season Friday Aug. 30
MORRISTOWN, NJ – 2023 got off to a great start for the Morristown Colonials. The team started 3-1 and outscored their opponents 82-14 across their first four games. That is where the good times ended, however, for head coach Casey Flynn and the Colonials. Morristown would lose six of their next seven games culminating in a first-round playoff loss to Phillipsburg. “It was a great credit to the guys to get off to the start the way that we did,” Flynn said when asked about the inconsistencies of 2023. “We knew the challenge that the division was...
Morris Plains to Host Second Annual Pumpkin Illumination
MORRIS PLAINS — On Friday, October 25, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Morris Plains will light up with the glow of carved pumpkins during the second annual Morris Plains Pumpkin Illumination. This community event will occur at 771 Speedwell Avenue, Morris Plains, and promises to be a night full of festive fall fun.
Parsippany Rescue & Recovery Unit Hosts 50/50 Raffle at Fall Festival
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany Rescue & Recovery Unit is excited to announce their upcoming 50/50 raffle, a fundraiser designed to support their ongoing efforts in the community. With a $20.00 donation, participants can secure a chance to win half of the total collected funds. In contrast, the other half directly benefits the vital services the Rescue & Recovery Unit provides.
Wayne Muslims Upset Over Lack of Response from School Board Trustees
WAYNE, NJ – A contingent of Wayne’s Muslim community had a strong showing at last week’s Wayne Board of Education meeting. They were there to ask why their emails were not getting responses from school board trustees. The issues brought up were the Schuyler-Colfax quiz that contained a controversial question, which some believed was anti-Muslim, the yearbook post, which they said was one-sided and the display of the Palestinian flag at the Wayne Hills graduation. The Rhetoric was strong and school board trustees responded, “hurt” and “saddened” by the accusations that were being leveled at them during...
School is Back and Session in New York City as Anti-Semitic Pre-Season Kick-Off Begins
As the fall semester kicks off, college campuses are once again becoming hotbeds of intense rhetoric and, unfortunately, rising antisemitism. The protesters came back to school, re-energized, and ready to…
New Owners Cut Down 247 Trees at Former Manor Property Without Permit
WEST ORANGE, NJ – Last week, Our Green West Orange (OGWO) board member Joyce Rudin drove past the former Manor at 111 Prospect Avenue and saw many trees had been cut down. She reported what happened to the Mayor, Town Council, Zoning Officer and Police Chief Abbott. West Orange Forester Walt Kipp drove to the premises to take an inventory of the stumps and discovered that 247 were chopped down without a permit. According to the updated tree ordinance, “Any person, firm, partnership, corporation, association or other legal entity violating any other provisions of this article shall, upon...
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