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Officials in portions of New York State are reporting that there has been an uptick in the amount of confirmed cases of a nasty virus. The summer is here and most people are spending time outdoors. Whether it is a backyard picnic, or camping and hiking, there are so many fun things to do when summer hits the Empire State. However, there are some dangers that you need to be aware of.

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A New Jersey councilman ditched the tab for his wedding reception at a catering hall co-owned by reality TV star Dina Manzo’s embattled ex-husband, Manzo’s fuming former brother-in-law claims. Albert Manzo filed a theft of services complaint claiming that Paterson Councilman Luiz Velez still owes him for Velez’s August 2023 shindig at The Brownstowne — saying it was “sad” that an elected official would bail on his bill, according to the Paterson Press. “This is about truth and honesty,” said Albert Manzo, who co-owns the restaurant with his brother Tommy Manzo, convicted felon and “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” star Dina’s...

PATERSON — The Passaic County Jail is going out with a bang. In its final month before demolition, the empty corrections facility in Paterson’s downtown area is being used as a location for filming a movie, including a special-effects explosion and trail of fire. ...

Do you swear that it wasn’t this hot back in the day? Depending on when you grew up, that might be true.

HOBOKEN, NJ - One of the most popular annual events has returned for its 114th year to the Mile Square City.  The Saint Ann’s Feast features a variety of Italian treats - from their infamous zeppoles, to their succulent cheesesteaks, rice balls, mozzareppas and sausage and pepper sandwiches, visitors are guaranteed to find something that tickles their fancy!CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER While attendees fill up on Italian delicacies, they can also wander around, visit the beer garden, listen to live music, play games and do crafts. There is also a Grand 50/50 raffle and Nightly 50/50 raffle.  The official dates and times for the remainder of this year's feast are as follows: Friday, July 26, 1.00pm - 11.00pm Saturday, July 27, 1.00pm - 11.00pm Sunday, July 28, 1.00pm - 11.00pm The 2024 Entertainment Schedule is as follows:                                                             7/26 - JEREMY BECK’S AMERICANO ITALIANO featuring Broadway Performers                                           DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. 7/27 - HEAD OVER HEELS                                               7/28 - KRYSTAL (special daytime performance at 3pm) & DJ JOEY LaBEATO to close the Festival that evening For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/StAnnHoboken/.    For more local news, visit TAPinto.net

The mayor’s office has teamed up with the OCM and NYC Sheriff’s Office to seize product and shut down business at storefronts selling cannabis illegally.

TOTOWA, NJ - The Mayor and Council of Totowa have decided to join a legal effort challenging New Jersey’s affordable housing rules. This initiative, led by the Borough of Montvale in Bergen County, aims to address the state-imposed requirements for municipal affordable housing. The resolution emphasizes that while affordable housing benefits all municipalities, the responsibility should be distributed fairly. Montvale is organizing the lawsuit and inviting other municipalities to join to make the legal challenge more effective and efficient.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER By participating, each municipality could benefit from favorable court decisions. The...

The cannabis industry in New York is flourishing, and leading the charge are cannabis concentrates. As consumers demand more potent and flavorful options, these concentrates are quickly becoming essential products in the market. HeadSet, a prominent provider of data and business intelligence for the cannabis industry, has recently released its latest findings on the top-selling cannabis concentrates in New York for 2024. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth look at the most popular products transforming the state’s cannabis scene. Here, we rank the top 10 cannabis concentrates captivating consumers across New York.

NEW YORK (PIX11) — The Bronx-born piano man now holds the Key to the City of New York. Coming off the heels of his historic 10-year residency at Madison Square Garden, musician Billy Joel was awarded the Key to the City of New York by Mayor Eric Adams. The pianist and philanthropist was given the […]

New York City's emergency assistance program, known as a 'One Shot Deal', can help residents pay their bills and rent in the event of unforeseen emergencies, and eligibility is determined on a case-by-case basis based on income, household size, and other factors.

Big hubbub in Little China. At a time when NYC’s Chinatown faces multiple threats ranging from decreased foot traffic and violent crime to urban renewal, one local organization has come up with a great way to support the historic nabe — by throwing a fun and affordable late-night party. For a few fleeting Fridays this summer, Big Apple Sinophiles can enjoy the neighborhood well after the usual post-COVID closing time — as the Chinatown Night Market descends on Forsyth Plaza from 8-11:45 p.m., including this evening. The lively and delicious event, with food costing $7 or less per dish, has been organized...

Commends “No Wrong Door” Approach for Streamlining Client Access to Crucial Social Resources. (HACKENSACK, N.J.) – County Executive Tedesco and the Board of Commissioners are proud to announce that the Bergen County Office of Food Security has received a National Association of Counties (NACo) 2024 Achievement Award in the Human Services category.

PATERSON — Paterson councilman Luis Velez dropped a $5,649 bank check off at The Brownstone banquet hall on Friday afternoon to settle the unpaid balance from his wedding last August. The prominent catering hall’s owner, Albert Manzo, said he would ask the municipal court judge to drop the theft of services complaint he...