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Dunellen extends shared services agreement with Somerset County. Here's what's included
DUNELLEN – Borough residents will continue to have their emergency dispatch services managed by Somerset County for another four years, thanks to an ordinance passed at Monday’s borough council meeting. The Borough Council approved a Shared Services Agreement that extends a partnership Dunellen and Somerset County already have....
Plainfield Celebrates the 4th of July with 100th Parade; See Over 60 of Our Favorite Photos
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Thursday, the city of Plainfield held its 100th 4th of July parade. As usual, the parade started at East Front Street and Johnston Avenue and concluded at West Front Street and Madison Avenue. The parade boasted high participation this year, as it lasted nearly three hours from start to finish as observed from any one spot. "The 100th parade was a wonderful event for all," said Grand Marshall James Plummer, who compared the environment to that of a football game. "Besides being a celebration of the country’s birthday I feel honored to be...
Three of the dirtiest cities in America are here in NJ
When we tell outsiders where we’re from, we all get the eye roll. We’ve all heard the Jersey dis about smokestacks, pollution, litter, and grime. No one ever thinks of farmland, the gorgeous lakes and mountains, the Jersey shore, the hiking trails, the nature. All we ever hear about is the dirty reputation, which just isn’t warranted or fair.
N.J. mayor who made racist remarks caught using a slur, again
Clark Mayor Sal Bonaccorso is not apologizing for calling a political rival a slur for people with intellectual disabilities during last month’s council meeting. Bonaccorso made the derogatory remark during the township’s June 20 meeting after a Democratic candidate for council addressed the all-Republican board during its public comment portion, according to a recording on Clark’s YouTube channel.
NJ101.5 listeners have voted for the best ‘dive’ bar in NJ
Thousands of votes came pouring in on Friday and through the weekend after we announced the finalists in the four-region contest to find the best Jersey dive bar. We ended up with five finalists because of a rare tie in Central Jersey between Ellery's in Middlesex Boro. and Lagoda's Saloon...
Chance encounter forges special bond between Las Vegas family, Middlesex HVAC contractor
When Las Vegas residents Kari Thormodsgaard and her daughter Kara visited New York City, they never expected to see a sign from Rylee 2,400 miles away from their home. Rylee Thormodsgaard died June 28, 2022 at the age of 24. To mark his "wing-aversary," as his mother and sister call the anniversary of his passing, the two took a trip to New York.
Happy Independence Day 2024 Warren!
WARREN, NJ - Independence Day 2024. "We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” Thomas Jefferson penned words based on what he learned as a student of the enlightenment. John Locke’s writings were the main inspiration for the first two paragraphs of the Declaration of Independence. We are the only country founded on natural law. Individual rights. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Some facts: John Adams wrote in a...
Pedestrian Bridge Connecting Main Street Somerville Apartment Buildings Lowered into Place Above South Davenport Street
SOMERVILLE, NJ - A pre-fabricated bridge was lowered into place between the Edge I and Edge II apartment buildings over South Davenport Street Tuesday morning. Preliminary site plan work had begun June 22; by the end of the week, two pits had been excavated, one alongside the Starbuck's, where customers inside worked their laptops and sipped their coffees watching the bridge being lowered into place on Tuesday.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The dproject is expected to be completed by July 12. Forms were installed for concrete which was poured into the pit by a...
Scenes from 2024 Sayreville Independence Day Celebration
SAYREVILLE, NJ -- The Sayreville Recreation Department hosted their 2024 Independence Day Celebration at Kennedy Park, 807 Washington Rd, Parlin, Saturday, June 29. The Independence Day Celebration ran from 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and featured live music from the Jackie and Joe Acoustic Duo, who play classic/modern rock and pop, and the Promised Land Band, whose performances use many different instruments and vocals.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER This event also included many different food trucks, inflatables, sponsors, and, of course, a fireworks show to cap off the celebration. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Four-decade fixture in Bernardsville eyed for redevelopment. Here's the proposal
BERNARDSVILLE – A proposal has been submitted to the borough Planning Board to convert the vacant Walter’s Garden Center, a four-decade fixture in town, to a sit-down family restaurant. The application for the building between the Bernardsville Animal Hospital and Lowrie Auto Body on Route 202, didn’t specify...
City of Plainfield Kicks Off Commemorative 4th of July Parade Photo Exhibition
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Tuesday, the City of Plainfield held an opening ceremony in the Anne Louise Davis room of the Plainfield Public Library for a photo exhibition showing its Fourth of July Parade through the years. The city will host its 100th Fourth of July Parade on Thursday. "As I look on the walls, they tell you a lot about our history," said Mayor Adrian Mapp, who thanked the Plainfield Public Library for dedicating resources to make this possible. "I hope that a lot of our residents will come through and view this exhibit and they...
Two development projects in Middlesex County named among New Jersey's best
Two development projects in Middlesex County were named among the best in the state by the New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA). The 64th Annual New Good Neighbor Awards honor 10 development projects across the state that made a significant contribution to their communities. Presented by the NJBIA and its magazine, New Jersey Business Magazine, this year’s winners featured two projects that were completed in Middlesex County in 2023.
Independence Day 2024: North Plainfield Community Day Set for Saturday
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — Join the Independance Day Celebration at Community Day in North Plainfield on July 6 on the West End School grounds, Greenbrook Road, North Plainfield with Fireworks at dusk with rain date of July 7. North Plainfield will not host a parade on the 4th however, Plainfield will host its 100th Fourth of July Parade on Thursday. The parade will start 10 a.m. July 4 on East Front Street with a concert and fireworks display at Cedar Brook Park beginning at 5:30 p.m. on July 5. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
More trucks roll through NY, NJ ports after Baltimore bridge collapse
New York Harbor's seaports saw an uptick in truck traffic after the collapse of Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. New York Harbor's seaports have seen more action since the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge closed the Port of Baltimore, but that's brought additional truck traffic and environmental concerns to areas of Newark and Elizabeth. [ more › ]
North Plainfield Approves Development at Historic Sanatorium Site
A sanatorium that dates to 1889 will soon be replaced with a new project with open space that’s designed to blend into the landscape while creating some new affordable housing in Union County. North Plainfield’s Planning Board recently approved an application to revitalize almost 20 acres of land near...
Milltown's 2024 Fourth of July Parade Draws a Crowd
MILLTOWN, NJ - The borough's annual Fourth of July Parade is always a big draw. This year, though, the crowds of people lining the parade route were larger than usual. The parade featured a full line-up including bag pipes, the Milltown Fourth of July Band, local politicians, area Boy and Girls Scout Troops, the Milltown Little League, Karma Cat, Middlesex County 4H, the North Brunswick High School Marching Band, and much more. The youngest parade goers enjoyed darting back and forth to pick up candy. The ice pops, Little Bites snack cakes, patriotic pinwheels, and the...
New Jersey Civil Services Commission Announces Volunteer Firefighter Opportunities For All Local Municipalities
ELIZABETH, NJ - The application portal for volunteer firefighter positions has opened according to the New Jersey Civil Services Commission. Opportunities are available throughout the state, including Elizabeth. The deadline to apply is September 3. The City of Elizabeth requires all applicants to be Elizabeth residents. All opportunities require proof of residency in New Jersey. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Additionally, all applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and must be at least 18 years of age, but not older than 35, and have a valid driver’s license. Candidates may also be required to undergo a medical and psychiatric examination. More information can be found on the State of New Jersey website. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
North Jersey faces poor air quality and an impending heat advisory Friday morning
After a night of Independence Day celebrations, some parts of North Jersey were dealing with poor or even unhealthy air quality levels Friday morning. As of 10 a.m. Friday morning, parts of Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Morris counties were labeled either unhealthy or unhealthy for sensitive groups, per the Air Quality Index (AQI). By 11:30 a.m., most of the region was back down to a moderate AQI.
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