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Montclair Community Farms out to feed people
MONTCLAIR — It’s not quite the same activity you might see at a car dealership or a Turkish bazaar, but haggling is an option used by some customers at a community farm in Essex County, N.J. People may see a price for a specific vegetable or fruit at Montclair Community Farms and decide that they would like to buy the product at a lower price.
Fourteen Scholars from East Orange/ Orange Receive Spring 2024 Dean's List Honors
East Orange/Orange, NJ- Seton Hall University is pleased to announce the following students who qualified for the Spring 2024 Dean's list and to congratulate them for their outstanding academic achievements. After the close of every semester, undergraduate students completing all courses with a GPA of 3.4, with no grades lower than "C", qualify for the Dean's List. Guadalupe Aguilar Jimenez '26 Majoring in Anthropology, Minoring in Criminal Justice From Orange, NJ Nicholas Jandernoa Majoring in Thph From Orange, NJ Sandra Adablah '26 From Orange, NJ Kai Morris From Orange, NJ Arianna Walters '27 Majoring in Accounting From East Orange, NJ Semaj Hatcher From East Orange, NJ Brandon Lewis From East Orange, NJ Jeffrey Warren From East Orange, NJ Tawanna Brown From East Orange, NJ Nyah Johnson From East Orange, NJ Eva Valere From East Orange, NJ Dylan Kilonzo From East Orange, NJ Mc'Angelo Nwangwu From East Orange, NJ Tyra Rambaran From East Orange, NJ As one of the nation's leading Catholic universities, Seton Hall has been showing the world what great minds can do since 1856. Home to over 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students and offering more than 90 rigorous majors, Seton Hall's academic excellence has been singled out for distinction by The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report and Bloomberg Businessweek. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Montclair to Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Alonso F. Bonsal Wildlife Preserve
MONTCLAIR, NJ - The Montclair community is gearing up to celebrate a significant milestone—the 50th anniversary of the Alonso F. Bonsal Wildlife Preserve. Nature enthusiasts and residents alike are invited to join in the festivities, which will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 8, at the preserve’s entrance on Daniels Drive. The rain date is Sunday, September 15. Food and drink - family fun programs. Admission to the event is free, but guests are encouraged to RSVP by emailing BonsalPreserve@verizon.net.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "We’ll have a cook out, programs for kids, and a chance to acknowledge the officials who stewarded our revival," says organizers. Donations welcome at paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/4606625 or when you come As the community prepares to celebrate this golden anniversary, the organizers hope the event will not only be a day of fun and fellowship but also a reminder of the importance of protecting and enjoying Montclair’s natural spaces. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Mayor Baskerville Calls for Recognition and Education on Diversity through Flag Symbolism in Montclair
MONTCLAIR, NJ - In a recent press release, Mayor Renee Baskerville highlighted the importance of the Red, Black, and Green flag, also known as the Pan-African or Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA) flag, as a potent symbol of freedom and the long-standing journey of African Americans towards justice and equality. The flag serves as a global representation of the struggle for educational, economic, health, and social equity that African Americans continue to face. Mayor Baskerville emphasized the significance of the flag during a time when the richness of American diversity, particularly the contributions of people of color, is...
Kenny Garrett Added as Headliner for 15th Annual Montclair Jazz Festival Downtown Jamboree, Sept. 14
MONTCLAIR, NJ - The JAZZ HOUSE KiDS organization has announced that GRAMMY-winning saxophonist Kenny Garrett will headline the 15th Annual MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL Downtown Jamboree, scheduled for September 14th on Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair, NJ. This year's milestone celebration will also feature performances from a diverse lineup of renowned artists, including vocalist Lisa Fischer and Grand Baton, drummer Jerome Jennings & ill Philosophy, Colombian harpist Edmar Castañeda Quartet, seashellist and trombonist Steve Turre Sextet, rising star Brianna Thomas, and the Montclair State University Jazz Ensemble directed by Oscar Perez. Additionally, the JAZZ HOUSE Collective, featuring vocalist and...
Xavier Smith, Newark East Side rally past Plainfield - Football recap
Twice before in the second half, Newark East Side was stopped inside the 1 yard line and turned the ball over on downs. Xavier Smith wasn’t about to let it happen for a third time. With 35 seconds left, Smith called his own number and, thanks to some friendly...
Jerusalem Lodge #26 Donates Backpacks to Support Plainfield Elementary Students
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Thursday, Jerusalem Lodge #26, based in Plainfield, donated 168 quality backpacks filled with school supplies to students in need. The donation was accepted at the Administration Building by Superintendent Rashon Hasan and members of the executive leadership team.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “We have been a part of Plainfield for over 200 years," said Senior Warden Robert Arroyo. " We were here before the county was even established, so giving back to this community is not something we think about as an obligation, but rather as an integral part of...
Person Hospitalized After Falling from Cliff at Mills Reservation
MONTCLAIR, NJ - A person was hospitalized after a fall from a cliff at Mills Reservation in Essex County, prompting a high-risk rescue operation by emergency responders, according to the Montclair Fire Department. The incident occurred on Saturday, August 24 at Mills Reservation, a 157-acre park that spans Montclair and Cedar Grove, known for its walking and jogging trails, including one that leads to a cliff with views of the New York skyline. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER According to fire officials, the Montclair Fire Department responded to a report of a person that fell...
Clark BOE Monthly Meeting Scheduled for September 3
CLARK, NJ — The Clark Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 3. The meeting will open at 5:30 p.m. in the Media Center of the Arthur L. Johnson High School, located at 365 Westfield Ave., and immediately go into Executive Session, not open to the public.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The portion of the meeting open to the public will begin at 7 p.m. and will be held in the Clark Council Chambers located at 315 Westfield Avenue. [Don’t miss any TAPinto Clark news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for our free e-newsletter, delivered each morning to your inbox.] For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Sparta High School Football Drops 2024 Home Opener to Montville
SPARTA, NJ – The Spartans took a loss against the Montville Mustangs at the first football game of the 2024 season under the lights on Thursday. Leaving the field with a score of nine against 33, Sparta is sure to show determination for the next few games. While the game amassed an impressive student section, the players were not able to secure a victory for their hometown. However, Brody Tanyeri and Shane Hoover scored a 26-yard field goal and accumulated a total of 174 passing yards.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Tanyeri picked off...
Men's Soccer Captures 3-2 Comeback Win at Gordon
WENHAM, Mass. – The William Paterson men's soccer team (1-0-1) tallied three unanswered second-half goals to earn a 3-2 come-from-behind victory over Gordon (0-2-0) Aug. 31. The Fighting Scots struck first in the 53rd minute before tacking on another goal in the 63rd minute to extend the lead to two (2-0).
Fall Cemetery Tours Return This September
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - This September, the New Providence Presbyterian Church will once again host its popular Fall Cemetery Tours, offering a unique opportunity to explore the history of New Providence. The guided tours are free and will depart from the church, located at 1307 Springfield Ave., at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 14, September 28, and October 5. Please note that registration is required for these tours. In addition, two special tours will be held during the Union County Four Centuries in a Weekend event on Sunday, October 20, at 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Each...
Women's Volleyball Drops Matches to Vassar and Montclair State, 3-0
Montclair, NJ (August 31) – The FDU-Florham volleyball team (0-3) traveled to Montclair State for day two of their quad-match, hosted by the Red Hawks. The Devils were sent home with a 3-0 (25-19, 25-20, 25-7) loss against Vassar, as well as a 3-0 (25-12, 25-9, 25-15) loss against Montclair State.
Women's Soccer Tops Kean, 2-0
Union, N.J. -- The University of Lynchburg women's soccer team snagged it's first victory of the season when they took down Kean, 2-0, in the final day of the Kean Kickoff Tournament on Saturday evening. The Hornets started hot, scoring less than 10 minutes into the contest. Meghan Lauder delivered...
16-year-old charged with attempted murder in N.J. football game shooting
WAYNE, N.J. — A 16-year-old is accused of shooting two other teenagers Friday night outside a high school football game in Wayne.It happened at Passaic County Technical Institute (PCTI).Witnesses reported hearing at least half a dozen shots echo across the parking lot as the football game against Lenape High School concluded. Investigators said the gunman injured a 15-year-old and a 16-year-old, who were sent to St. Joseph's University Medical Center in Paterson. Both victims were still in the hospital Saturday. They are expected to survive.The 16-year-old suspect was taken into custody Friday night. The Passaic County prosecutor's office has charged...
Warren County Farmers Fair offers comfortable stability
HARMONY TOWNSHIP — The first reminder that it’s Warren County Farmers Fair week is the hot air balloon hovering over the highway between Washington and Phillipsburg. The first reminder that it’s tractor pull night is the black plume of smoke wafting over the ring. Much of the...
In Wake of Cybersecurity Breach, Sparta Police Offer Advice About Protecting Personal Information and Credit
SUSSEX COUNTY, NJ – A cybersecurity breach a few months ago has left residents vulnerable to identity theft and compromised credit, according to an announcement by the Sparta Police Department. The breach was not limited to Sussex County but affects people globally. According to an announcement by the Sparta Police, “a large amount of sensitive data has been uploaded to the dark web.” It appears to primarily affect anyone who applied for credit between the 1990s and early 2000s.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER A free tool is available to safely check whether your...
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