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Football: Hunterdon Central Hammers North Hunterdon, 42-14, in Opener
FLEMINGTON, NJ -- Hunterdon Central scored four touchdowns in the third quarter and went on to a 42-14 football victory over North Hunterdon in the opener for both teams on Saturday. Giovanni Veliz rushed for 152 yards and three touchdowns on 21 carries for the Red Devils, who led, 15-7, at halftime before scoring 27 unanswered points in the third quarter.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Drew Cella threw three touchdown passes for Hunterdon Central. Cella finished with 154 yards through the air. James Mongno caught a 9-yard TD pass from Cella and Nick Vasquez hauled in a pair of scoring strikes from Cella in the third quarter, including one that covered 71 yards. Jayden Cozze finished with 37 yards on eight carries for Hunterdon Central, which will play at home against Monroe on Friday, Sept. 6. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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,...
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...
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,...
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...
Fast start propels Immaculata past Kellenburg (NY) - Football recap
Cole Hayden’s three-touchdown day helped Immaculata down Kellenburg (NY) 35-21 in Somerville. Immaculata got off to a hot start and took a 21-0 lead in the first quarter with touchdowns from Cole Hayden, Quinn Hayden, and Nick Strokes. Kellenburg fought back though and made it a 28-21 game in...
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
FOOTBALL: Notre Dame Survives Miraculous Fourth-Quarter BRHS Rally, 40-38
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ – The Bridgewater-Raritan High School football team launched its 2024 campaign with one of the greatest comeback bids you will ever see. Although they ultimately came out on the losing end at Notre Dame High School, the Panthers hope to ride the momentum of what ended up being a massive fourth-quarter surge the rest of the way in 2024.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Behind five total touchdowns by senior quarterback Julian Matera, Notre Dame (1-0) took a 24-point lead into the fourth quarter against visiting Bridgewater-Raritan (0-1), which then saw junior...
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
No Recycling Pickup on Labor Day in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, NJ -- There will not be a pickup for recycling on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 2. Residents on a Monday pickup schedule will have their recycling picked up on Friday, Sept. 6 instead.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER There is no change to other pickups. Later in September, there will be a bulk pickup on Sept. 18. Springfield Mayor Chris Weber recently announced that the township would be going back to four bulk pickups a year. (See story here.) For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Kawah wins it for Franklin over Trenton - Football recap
Dubem Kawah’s 50-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter proved to be the difference as Franklin defeated Trenton 26-22 in Somerset. Jonel Lince gave Trenton a 22-14 lead in the second quarter with a 53-yard run, but Amir Glover answered with an 86-yard kickoff return for a touchdown to send Franklin into halftime down by two.
Juvenile bicyclist stuck, killed crossing Route 13, police say
BRISTOL TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A juvenile was struck by a pickup crossing Bristol Pike Saturday night and later died, according to police. The juvenile was crossing Route 13 (Bristol Pike) at the intersection with Beaver Dam Road around 8:45 p.m. when they were struck by a red 2019 Dodge Ram 1500 headed south.
Former Municipal Judge to Serve as Guest Speaker for Bayonne Historical Society
BAYONNE, NJ - Former Bayonne Municipal Court Judge Frank Carpenter III will be the guest speaker at the Bayonne Historical Society’s September meeting, the organization’s president, Lee Fahley, announced recently. Judge Carpenter will discuss his thirty- two-year career as a Bayonne Municipal Court Judge at the event set to take place in the second-floor gallery at the Bayonne Public Library on Tuesday, September 10, at 7 p.m. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The program is open to the public, including interested residents of other communities. Light refreshments will be served by the Bayonne Women’s...
Where Rutgers transfers are playing in 2024
QB Gavin Wimsatt (Kentucky) Wimsatt was the highest-profile transfer of the year for Rutgers as he started the prior 17 games before entering the portal after spring practice. The Kentucky season opener against Southern Miss experienced a weather delay that lasted more than two hours. The night would be even longer for Wimsatt, who did not get on the field for a single play in Kentuclky's 31-0 win over Southern Miss. Prior to the start of the season, there was talk of Wimsatt having a wildcat package as he drew praise for his running ability in training camp. He will have to wait to make his Kentucky debut. next week, the Wildcats will host South Carolina.
HS football: Jeremiah Williams in mid-season form as St. Peter’s cruises past Susan Wagner
Jeremiah Williams didn’t mince words when delivering a short, to-the-point message to his relatively new offensive line: Block for three seconds and he’ll make his cut. And, boy, did he do a lot of cutting Saturday. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a...
HS football: Kevin Gumb’s late TD the difference as Farrell wins another thriller over Hendricken, 34-30
Another season-opener, another barn-burner between Monsignor Farrell and Rhode Island state champ Bishop Hendricken to kick off the 2024 high school football campaign. And more importantly for Farrell and head coach Rocco Del Priore, another victory as the Lions once again came back from another fourth-quarter deficit to snatch a 34-30 non-league win at jam-packed and loud Dennis Barrett Stadium, Oakwood.
Election 2024: Are you voting for Trump or Harris, Staten Islanders? We want to know.
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - Since President Joe Biden dropped out of the race for president, social media -- and media in general -- has been flooded with news articles, posts, polls and memes related to the 2024 presidential election. Harris, who is 18 years younger than Trump, has been said...
19 Restaurants In Nassau County With Critical Health Violations
These 19 restaurants in Nassau County had multiple critical health inspection violations in August. This list includes non-restaurants, as reported to the New York State of Health. 1. JACK FALLON'S TAP ROOM. 136 TULIP AVENUE, FLORAL PARK. Item 2C- Critical Violation [RED] Cooked or prepared foods are subject to cross-contamination...
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