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Exciting Free Summer Series Arrives in New Rochelle
Exciting Free Summer Series Arrives in New Rochelle. There’s a new free summer series coming to New Rochelle this weekend! The hosts, RXR, Casaroma Cafe, and The Lincoln Park Conservancy, have curated a diverse range of fun weekend events designed especially for New Rochelle residents and families. This series also welcomes Westchester residents and families to New Rochelle to see the many changes the city has made in the last few years to revitalize the town and create space for community growth. From arts and crafts and outdoor games to a dog fashion show(!), this series brings six weeks of free fun for New Rochelle families to enjoy, and we have all the details on everything starting this weekend.
Former Trump Org CFO Allen Weisselberg released from jail
Former Trump Organization chief financial officer Allen Weisselberg has once again been released from jail, according to New York City corrections records.Weisselberg was sentenced April 10 to five months in New York City's Rikers Island jail complex, in line with a plea agreement reached with prosecutors over perjury he committed in a 2023 civil fraud case. He was released Friday, after 100 days, due to good behavior. It was his second 100-day stint in jail in just over a year.Weisselberg pleaded guilty to two felony counts of perjury, admitting he gave false testimony regarding the size of former President Donald...
Nation's first Black-owned country club in New Jersey receives national preservation grant
SCOTCH PLAINS – A group whose mission is to preserve the township's Shady Rest Country Club has received a $75,000 grant to help preserve the Jerusalem Road facility as a Black heritage site. The Preserve Shady Rest Committee was awarded the grant from the National Trust for Historic Preservation,...
Wallenpaupack Area grad Wyatt Peifer named to college baseball Gold Glove team
Wyatt Peifer was a perennial all-star baseball player during his varsity years at Wallenpaupack Area High School. A multi-sport standout who also excelled on the basketball court, Peifer is now piling up the accolades and awards on the college diamond. Peifer just recently put the finishing touches on a stellar...
Newton's Town Wide Garage Sale Map Available
NEWTON, NJ – The Town of Newton 2024 annual garage sale is this weekend, July 19 through 20. The map is now available with the location of 60 participants. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Residents Set to Save Thousands – New Jersey is Freezing Property Taxes
Living in New Jersey is not cheap. That may be the understatement of the year. It's difficult to make ends meet on an "average" household income, let alone a senior income. According to Bankrate, in April of 2024, the typical New Jersey resident over the age of 65 was only pulling in $1776.73 per month.
NYC makes changes to dress code policy for public school students: What to know
Changes are coming to the dress code policy for all New York City public school students. The New York City Council approved legislation Thursday that requires public school dress codes to comply with Title IV, the federal civil rights law that bars discrimination based on gender. According to Councilmember Althea...
New York City mayor introduces new trash-bin designs to combat rat infestation
Mayor Eric Adams recently announced the newly approved trash-bin designs for the city’s impending plan to get all trash into containers and off streets. The mayor’s plan to put all garbage in bins has been ongoing. It officially began last fall, when food and chain businesses were required to place trash in containers, and continued this March, when all other businesses were required to begin putting trash in bins before placing it on the curb for pickup. The containerization process began after Mayor Adams declared a war against the growing number of rats in the city.
NJ taking on severe form of pneumonia … through public water systems
⚫ People can fall ill by breathing in droplets of water containing the bacteria. ⚫ The threat is greater for people with weaker immune systems. ⚫ First-in-the-nation legislation has been sent to Gov. Murphy. It's up to Gov. Phil Murphy whether New Jersey will step up prevention and control efforts...
Heroic: NYPD Auxiliary Officer Saves Young Chabad Boy from Drowning in Monticello
On Sunday, a tragic incident nearly claimed the life of a 2-year-old Chabad boy from Crown Heights, who drowned at a bungalow colony in Monticello. The toddler was discovered unconscious, but quick action from R’ Menachem Delevkovitz, a Crown Heights resident and off-duty sergeant in the NYPD Auxiliary patrol, changed the course of events, B’chasdei Hashem.
An endangered tree kangaroo has been born at the Bronx Zoo
A rare tree kangaroo has finally made its celebrity appearance!. A little joey was born at the end of December at the Bronx Zoo, but has been in the pouch period until now. This week, we’re finally getting our first glimpse of it, and while any newborn animal would be a cause for celebration, this is an extra special event because it is only the second of its species to be born at the Bronx Zoo and to this particular female kangaroo since 2021.
Knicks Urged to Sign Former Lakers 6th Man to Veteran Minimum Deal
The New York Knicks have arguably had the best offseason in the NBA. Landing Mikal Bridges in a blockbuster trade, re-signing OG Anunoby, and Jalen Brunson taking a massive pay cut in his extension, the Knicks have done it all. But, just like other contending teams around the league, there’s...
Employment program gives young adults hands-on experience in entertainment industry
A new summer program is allowing young adults to get hands-on experience in the arts and entertainment industry in Newark, New Jersey.Young adults from ages 18-24 participated in training including sound engineering and professional recording, media and TV production, acting and the entertainment business at Galaxy Sound Studios."I really want these kids to get things that school can't teach them in music classes," said Cashmere King, Owner of Galaxy Sound Studios.Newark is becoming a major hub for arts and entertainment, with Lionsgate Studios moving there, and the presence of New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Newark Symphony Hall, and the Prudential...
NY Mets 2025 schedule release: Opening Day, home opener, Subway Series and more
It is time for Mets fans to plan ahead. Major League Baseball announced its 2025 schedule Thursday, and the Mets will open their season in a warm climate against the Astros on March 27 in Houston. These are the biggest highlights and dates to circle for the Mets during the...
New York Knicks Ship Julius Randle To Western Conference Powerhouse In Massive Trade Proposal That Would Change The NBA Landscape
New York Knicks star Julius Randle will have the opportunity to test free agency at the season’s end. The Knicks have yet to make a definitive decision regarding Randle’s future, which fuels daily rumors about potential trades. Recently, Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report has proposed a blockbuster trade that could see Randle moving to the Dallas Mavericks.
Yankees castoff who had alcohol-induced clubhouse outburst in Bronx quits new team
Former Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán is on the market again. After a brief stint in the Pirates organization — he posted a 4-4 record with a 5.13 ERA in 11 starts between Triple-A Indianapolis and Single-A Bradenton — Germán has chosen to exercise an opt-out clause on his contract, resulting in his release.
Dueling Gaza protests lead to multiple arrests, limited access to Grand Central Terminal
Police made multiple arrests Thursday night after dueling pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel protests broke out in Manhattan and let to restricted access to Grand Central Terminal.There was an increased police presence outside the terminal after the MTA was made aware of plans for a pro-Palestinian protest at 5:30 p.m.Protesters were seen gathering at Pershing Square on 42nd Street across from Grand Central.Eventually, protesters began marching south past 40th Street before settling at Penn Plaza right next to Madison Square Garden.Police say multiple arrests were made, but was not immediately clear how many.The terminal has been the scene of disruptive pro-Palestinian protests...
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