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Union High School Welcomes Incoming Freshmen with Student Orientation
UNION, NJ - Union High School opened its doors to the incoming Class of 2028 for their annual Freshman Orientation program on Thursday. Organized by the Union High School Counseling Department, students were able to attend various sessions related to different topics. "The overall goal for the day is to introduce the incoming 9th graders to the building, its resources and opportunities, including academics, student supports, extracurricular programs, and school systems and procedures,” said Nicole Ahern, Supervisor of Counseling.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER With a welcome from building leadership, Superintendent Dr. Gerald Benaquista, school counselors and upperclassmen peer leaders, the students were connected with many individuals who could provide valuable information and answer their questions. A snack bag provided by the Union High School PTA and a final parent information session with the vice principals, Athletic Department, and school counseling rounded out the event. “Welcome Class of 2028!,” said Ahern. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Football: Columbia Edges West Side, 10-6, on Opening Day
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- The Columbia football team scored all its points in the first half and held on for a 10-6 victory over Newark West Side in the opening game for both teams in the Mountaineer Classic on Saturday at West Orange High School. The Cougars took a 7-0 lead in the first quarter on a 8-yard touchdown run by junior tailback Charlie Knutsen. Sophomore Jonah Breen kicked the extra point.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Breen extended Columbia's lead to 10-0 in the second quarter with a 32-yard field goal. West Side came back with a touchdown in the third quarter on a 2-yard touchdown run by Essahd Wilson, but the Roughriders' attempt at a two-point conversion run was thwarted by Columbia's defense. The two teams did not play each other in 2023. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Women’s Volleyball Wins Two Road Contests
On Saturday, August 31, the #6-ranked New York University women’s volleyball team set off on its first road trip of the season, taking on St Joseph’s University Long Island and host Drew University in Madison, NJ. In the first match, NYU clipped the wings of the Golden Eagles, defeating them handily 25-15, 25-16, and 25-16. The start of the first set saw the Violets and Golden Eagles go back and forth. But after a service ace from Ava Launsbach, NYU went on a 17-6 run and secured the set. NYU continued its dominance in the second and third sets, finishing…
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...
Broken items? NJ repair event will bring them back to life for free
SUMMIT — Most of us are guilty of getting rid of household items too soon. But luckily, there’s an upcoming event in Union County to stop the cycle and teach sustainability. "If you have an item that you love that's broken but can be fixed, this is a...
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...
Lynchburg Shuts Out Women’s Soccer on Final Day of Cougar Kickoff Classic
UNION, N.J. (8/31/24) – Madison Gesualdo made six saves as the Kean University women's soccer team was shutout by the University of Lynchburg, 2-0 on the Final Day of the Cougar Kickoff Classic. HOW IT HAPPENED!!!. The Hornets bookended their goals in the opening stanza. Lauren Orner scored off...
Plainfield Police Investigating Fatal Friday Night Hit-and-Run
PLAINFIELD, NJ — At around 8:30pm on Friday night, pedestrian was struck and killed while crossing East Front Street on its 400 block, in the vicinity of the Monarch at Plainfield apartment building. The driver who struck 65-year-old Plainfield resident Jennifer Harris immediately fled the scene and has yet to be identified as of the publishing of this article.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER If anyone has information regarding this incident, the Plainfield Police Department asks you to contact Detective Hans Noriega at hnorigega@plainfieldpolicenj.gov or call (732)540-0395. You can also email traffictips@plainfieldpolicenj.gov. TAPinto Plainfield will carry any developments in this case. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
After Chase, Union Police Apprehend Suspects in Stolen Vehicle at Linden Airport
UNION, NJ – Union police officers participated in a vehicle pursuit Friday evening, ending at the Linden Municipal Airport with the apprehension of three suspects. According to police, Union officers located a BMW x3 that had been stolen from town earlier in the day. When found, the vehicle was parked with three suspects inside in the lot of “The Mills at Jersey Gardens” mall in Elizabeth. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER As officers and detectives advanced on the vehicle to block it in, the driver fled the area, initiating a motor vehicle pursuit. This pursuit...
Stop Signs Proposed For Intersection Of Crash That Killed Sophia Detorres
An "all-way stop" is being proposed for the intersection of County Route 617 (Sydney Road), Hogback Road and Lower Landsdown Road in Franklin Township, the county's board of commissioners announced. The intersection appears to be a two-way stop, with stop signs at Lower Landstdown and Hogback Roads, but not along County Route 617, according to Google Maps.
Middlesex County: 'How Would You Fight the Opioid Epidemic?'
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — County government wants suggestions from people, families, physicians, agencies and advocacy groups about how to best fight the opioid epidemic in our communities. From now until Oct. 31, Middlesex County is seeking public comment on how to use its share of New Jersey’s $641 million portion from a nationwide class action lawsuit settlement with three big pharmaceutical distributors.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER To offer comments, visit this Middlesex County Opioid Settlement Advisory Council website before Oct. 31, 2024. Middlesex County pledges to periodically reopen its public suggestion process, but this is the public’s first opportunity to influence the use of this windfall. The county’s Opioid Advisory Council, created in March 2023, includes a cross-section of experts in behavioral health, substance use disorders, and community outreach. It will ultimately provide the county Board of Commissioners with recommendations regarding the allocation of funds earmarked to combat opioids. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Annual Hudson County Business Resource Summit Set for September 25
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - Hudson County Executive Craig Guy has invited entrepreneurs and business owners to a Business Resource Summit. The annual event, running under the banner “The year of Collaboration” is 2024, is hosted by the Hudson County Office of Business Opportunity, and will take place at Hudson County Community College, 161 Newkirk Street in Jersey City, on Wednesday, September 25. The event is free and runs from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER According to organizers, the annual business resource summit is a great opportunity for local Hudson County...
High Demand: Florham Park Home Sells for $275K Over Asking Price
FLORHAM PARK — The recent sale of the property at 55 East Madison Avenue in Florham Park marks a significant transaction in the local real estate market—this stunning single-family home, which features four bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, for an impressive $1,850,000. The home is built on a 1.3-acre...
Oratorio Society of New Jersey’s Fall Season Features Two Modern Choral Masterpieces
The Oratorio Society of New Jersey (OSNJ) begins rehearsals for the annual fall concert of its 72nd season on Tuesday, September 10, from 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm at Union Congregational Church (176 Cooper Avenue, Montclair). OSNJ is looking for new singers to join the choir. After the first rehearsal, all other rehearsals will take place from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
Middlesex County Jazz Festival will include tribute to the late Russell Malone
Russell Malone — the great jazz guitarist and William Paterson University music professor who died of a heart attack on Aug. 23, at the age of 60 — had been scheduled to headline the Metuchen lineup of the Middlesex County Jazz Festival, on Sept. 28. That portion of the festival will now be devoted to a tribute to him, featuring his quartet with Mark Whitfield on guitar.
Watchung Borough Council Meeting set for Sept. 5
WATCHUNG, NJ -- The next meeting of the Watchung Borough Council is set for Sept. 5. THE MEETING AND ALL BUSINESS SHALL BE CONDUCTED IN-PERSON, including the acceptance of public comment. No public comment shall be allowed to be made virtually or accepted in writing and read into the record. All writings received shall be acknowledged and accepted by the Council as regular correspondence. The borough may broadcast its meetings virtually for public viewing. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER To call and hear the meeting, dial 1 (646) 558-8656. It will prompt you for a meeting ID. Type 99501390087#. You do not need a participating ID, just press # To access and view the meeting using a smart phone or computer, download the free ZOOM app. DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Type in the meeting ID 99501390087 or click on https://zoom.us/j/99501390087 Please enter your full name. Items scheduled to be voted on can be found attached to each agenda or can be requested at Borough Hall or by sending an email to the Borough Clerk at egil@watchungnj.gov. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Summit Police Department Seeking School Crossing Guards
SUMMIT, NJ – The City of Summit Police Department is seeking applicants for the position of School Crossing Guard to work at crossing posts near Summit public schools. Crossing guards will work two shifts per day, Monday through Friday, from 7:45 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. while school is in session. Uniforms and training will be provided by the Summit Police Department.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER School crossing guards are paid up to $50 each day. An incentive bonus is given to those with perfect attendance records for the school year. In the event of a snow day for Summit public schools, crossing guards will be paid provided they work the day before and after the snow day. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and provide their own transportation to crossing posts. Applications are available at the Summit Police Department located at 512 Springfield Avenue and on the city website. Applications should be submitted in person to the Summit Police Department. Please contact the Summit Police Department at 908-277-9396 or traffic@spdnj.org with any questions. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Man sues Essex County claiming he was jailed for two months despite judge's release order
A Newark man claims he was held in Essex County jail for nearly two months after a municipal judge ordered his release. Now, he's suing the county, its corrections department and prosecutor's office for the alleged blunder. "There’s no explanation why this guy stayed in jail," said his attorney Al Cernadas. "It’s...
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...
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