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1 pedestrian killed, 1 seriously injured after they’re hit in N.J. intersection
One pedestrian was killed and another seriously injured after they were struck at an intersection in Morris County on Monday morning, officials said. The two pedestrians were walking east across Ridgedale Avenue in Florham Park shortly after 11 a.m. when they were hit by a vehicle turning left from Brooklake Road, Florham Park police said.
Two-Alarm Fire Closes Morris County Burger King: Authorities
At 5:15 p.m., firefighters in Madison received multiple 911 calls about a fire at the Burger King on 317 Main St., with flames visible from the roof, the borough said in a release. Firefighters and EMS responded within minutes, transmitting a second alarm, requesting additional units to fight the blaze,...
Wellness on the Waterfront at South Mountain Recreation Complex
Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs is celebrating National Parks and Recreation Month this July with “Wellness on the Waterfront.”. Enjoy free fitness and yoga classes and concerts outdoors at the Clipper Pavilion in front of the Orange Reservoir at the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex.
West Orange Residents Celebrate 4th of July at the Food Truck & Music Festival
WEST ORANGE, NJ – It was a hot and steamy Independence Day, but residents enjoyed the festivities at the West Orange Food Truck & Musical Festival in Rooney Circle. The fun began at 11:30 a.m. when the bands started playing and the Food Trucks began feeding the crowd.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Children had a great time at the Kidz Fun Zone, which featured bouncy castles for children to jump in -- including the Circular Combo, Obstacle Course, Bungee Run, Dolphin Slide and Toy Town. The water in the Dolphin Slide was perfect...
4-Alarm Fire Rages At Marcal Paper Factory In Elmwood Park (DEVELOPING)
Firefighters were battling flames at the Marcal Paper plant Friday, July 5 in Elmwood Park.Companies from multiple different departments in the area responded to the blaze, which broke out around 12:45 p.m.This is far from the first fire at Marcal. In 2019, a blaze collapsed the 45,000-sq…
Don't Tell Heat Miser - The Nutley Chamber of Commerce is Ready for Santa's Arrival
On Friday, November 29, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Nutley Chamber of Commerce will celebrate its 62nd Annual "Santa’s Arrival" at Nutley Park Oval on the corner of Franklin Avenue and Chestnut Street. Gates open at 1 p.m. This highly anticipated and free festive tradition has brought Jolly ol' St. Nick to town for many years. As always, Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive in Nutley by Helicopter!CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Seasonal music will fill the air, and local artists will keep you entertained while awaiting Santa’s arrival. Then, on Saturday Nov. 30, the Nutley Chamber of Commerce hosts the Annual Small Business Saturday Shop Local event. TAPinto Nutley is proud to be a major supporter of Small Business Saturday. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
2024 Montclair Fourth of July Parade (PHOTOS)
The Montclair Celebrates July 4th Committee promised this year’s Montclair Fourth of July Parade would be fantastic, and they didn’t disappoint!. The community gathered along the parade route to celebrate Independence Day and cheer on the community groups marching. The annual event, full of local pride, featured fun...
First-time NJ visitor wins huge jackpot at Atlantic City casino
ATLANTIC CITY — “Luck be a lady tonight.”. Well, we don’t know if the winner was a lady or not, but an out-of-state, first-time visitor to the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City was certainly lucky. The New Jersey newbie won a wide-area progressive jackpot...
$48 Million Settlement: Progressive to Compensate Over 90,000 NY Policyholders for Undervalued Vehicles
Over 90,000 Progressive auto insurance policyholders in New York are eligible to receive a $335 payment as part of a $48 million settlement after the company was accused of undervaluing their totaled vehicles to reduce payouts. Progressive to Pay $335 to Over 90,000 Policyholders for Undervalued Vehicles Over 90,000 New York policyholders who had their […]
Pohatcong will side to preserve most Gramana Dairy Farm buildings on Rt. 22, mayor says
Most of the old barn houses and stone buildings on Route 22 that mark the one-time headquarters of the Gramana Dairy Farm would be preserved if all sides agree, said Pohatcong Mayor David Slack. “The new owners of the property have been having conversations with the historic preservation people. The...
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Sat 7/6
MODERATE RISK OF RIP CURRENTS. Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the surf zone. SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT until 8 p.m. Saturday. South winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 3 to 5 ft. Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
Some communities are pushing back on an effort by a Lehigh Valley lawmaker to fix the affordable housing crisis
Jeffery Ayers has lived in Moore Township for more than 60 years. He has seen the Northampton County community grow, but it mostly remains a patchwork of farms and small villages. As chair of the Moore Township Zoning Board, he’s well aware of the growing development in the Lehigh Valley and is sympathetic to the region’s housing shortage. However, he considers the township to be unique, with ...
Teacher sues Lehigh Valley school district for discrimination, says student threatened to ‘lynch’ and ‘burn’ her
A former Easton Area High School teacher has filed a lawsuit in federal court accusing the Easton Area School District of racial discrimination, saying it failed to protect her from a student who threatened to “lynch” her. Melanie Wilson claimed she faced racism and harassment during her 24-year tenure as a teacher. Wilson, who is Black, seeks an award of back pay, front pay, punitive damages, ...
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