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NJ high school student killed on way to first day of classes
FRANKLIN (Hunterdon) — The excitement of a new school year at North Hunterdon High School turned to mourning after a student died in a crash on the first day of school. Sophia Detorres, 16, of the Pittstown section, was a passenger in a three-vehicle crash Thursday morning at Hogback (Route 617) and Lowers Lansdown roads, officials said.
2 New Restaurants Opening At The Jersey Shore
It's always nice to hear about restaurants expanding in New Jersey. 2 new restaurants are opening at the Jersey Shore. One will be in Ocean County, and the other in Monmouth County. Both are expected to open in 2025. Offering a variety of delicious dishes, get ready to indulge in...
Summit Hilltoppers bolstered by 5 senior captains ready to lead the way
SUMMIT, NJ — The No. 1 ranked team in Union County for the 2023 season, the Hilltoppers had a two-touchdown lead at home against West Essex and were that close to hosting a sectional state championship game. Then West Essex High School mounted a comeback. Summit High School turned...
Franklin Township Community Food Distribution Day
SOMERSET, NJ - The Community Food Distribution Day will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 4, from 11 am to 11:30 pm at First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens, located at 771 Somerset St., Somerset, N.J. In partnership with the Franklin Food Bank and the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, this monthly event provides fresh produce to those facing food insecurity.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The distribution operates on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Community members in need are encouraged to arrive early to receive food assistance. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Hillside Comets have key players back to navigate through tough schedule
HILLSIDE, NJ — To navigate what he feels is “the toughest schedule in Union County,” head coach Barris Grant is fortunate to have his quarterback and his No. 1 player on defense returning. Senior signal-caller Zion Risher (5-10, 175) picked up nicely where Caleb Salters left off...
DWI Checkpoints Set for Labor Day Weekend
Summer is wrapping up at the Jersey Shore with two DWI checkpoints over the Labor Day weekend in Monmouth County, starting tonight, Friday, the Monmouth County DWI Task Force announced. The DWI Checkpoint Details. On Friday night in Marlboro …. Starting at 9 p.m. on Friday and running until 1...
Bridgewater-Raritan names fourth Athletic Hall of Fame class
The Bridgewater-Raritan High School Athletic Hall of Fame Committee will hold its fourth induction dinner and ceremony at the Bridgewater Marriott in Bridgewater on Oct. 5 at 6 p.m. Nineteen individuals and five teams compose this year's induction class. Tickets for the event cost $125 per person and can be purchased online at bit.ly/3Vrosxb. ...
Vote: Big Central Conference Readers’ Choice Football Player of the Week poll for Week 0
Welcome to the first MyCentralJersey.com’s Big Central Conference Readers’ Choice Football Player of the Week poll of the 2024 season. Voting closes Thursday at noon. Please note that the votes...
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...
Amber Alert Issued for Missing 13-Year-Old Madison Carroll in Princeton
Princeton Police officers were dispatched on August 31, 2024, at approximately 5:00 AM, following reports of a potential runaway involving 13-year-old Madison Carroll. Madison's family reported being unable to locate her and contacted law enforcement for assistance. She was last seen in the 1000 block of Princeton Heights. Based on...
Moisés Chace delivers six dominant innings as Fightin Phils down Somerset
BRIDGEWATER, N.J. - Moisés Chace was brilliant in his third Double-A start as Reading defeated Somerset 7-1 on Saturday at TD Bank Ballpark. The 21-year-old right-hander struck out 13 and allowed only one hit over six scoreless innings for the Fightin Phils. Justin Crawford sparked a five-run sixth inning with a three-run home run.
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...
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
Cella, Veliz power Hunterdon Central over North Hunterdon - Football recap
Juniors Drew Cella and Giovanni Veliz combined for 306 yards of offense with six touchdowns to lead Hunterdon Central to a 42-14 season-opening victory over North Hunterdon in Flemington. Through the air, Cella completed nine passes for 154 yards and threw three touchdowns. His longest pass of the night came...
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
Women’s Rugby Dominates Princeton in Season Opener
PRINCETON, N.J.—The Sacred Heart University women's rugby team opened the season with a 67-0 win on the road at Princeton on Saturday afternoon. The Pioneers swept their first National Intercollegiate Rugby Association (NIRA) game to start 1-0, while the Tigers opened the season 0-1. Reese Torticill and Ashley Torres-Brown scored a pair of tries, and Alyssa Cunningham made six conversions, scored on a penalty kick, and added a try for the Pioneers. Fabiola Millien-Faustin , Makena Wright , Samantha Melvin , Megan Chura , and Caitlyn Caldon also scored for Sacred Heart. Torticil, Millien-Faustin, and Torres-Brown each scored a try,...
Cheerleaders and Marching Band Bring Spirit & Pride to Rahway Football's Season Opener
RAHWAY, NJ — We can't exactly call them unsung heroes, because we already all know that the Rahway Marching Band and the Rahway cheerleaders are awesome. But, at the same time, we're such regular beneficiaries of the ambient enthusiasm and buzzing excitement generated by the members of the band and the cheerleading squad at football games that, let's face it, it's occasionally possible to take them for granted. But, no, let's not do that! Because, I can assure you, if the cheerleaders stopped cheering and the band stopped banding, uh, I mean, playing and performing, we'd definitely notice,...
Riley shines in season opener; Central Regional rolls past Hightstown - Football recap
On both ends of the field, senior Royalty Riley was making noise on opening night during Central Regional’s 20-0 victory over Hightstown in Bayville. Riley hauled in two touchdown catches on offense and snagged two interceptions on defense to help the Golden Eagles win their season opener. Senior quarterback...
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
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