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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...
$1M Powerball ticket bought in N.J. was sold at convenience store
The $1 million Powerball ticket bought in New Jersey for Saturday’s lottery drawing was sold at a convenience store in Monmouth County. The lucky winner purchased the second-prize ticket at Soda King on Gordons Corner Road in Manalapan, state lottery officials said Monday. The winning numbers were 26, 51,...
Discount clothing chain has going-out-of-business sale in NJ
FREEHOLD — If you like to shop for discount clothing and shoes, listen up. All Bob’s Stores, a subsidiary of GoDigital Media Group, are closing after the company filed Chapter 11 on June 18. The stores are now holding a liquidation sale, including their one New Jersey store...
The Famous Jersey Shore Shark Attacks Of 1916
It was 108 years ago in July that the borough of Matawan made front-page news across the country. Reported shark attacks along the oceanfront further south than Monmouth County earlier in the month closed ocean beaches, created havoc with hotel and restaurant owners whose tourism business was dropping sharply and set scholars to ponder the personalities and types of Selachimorpha, the scientific name for sharks.
Movies in Rahway Park in July!
RAHWAY, NJ — The City of Rahway will present Rahway Summer Nights 2024: Movies in the Park! this July in Rahway Park. On Thursday, July 11, the 2023 version of The Little Mermaid will screen at 8:30 p.m. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER On Thursday, July 25, Elemental will play, also at 8:30 p.m. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets. To register for either of the events, or both, click here. [Don’t miss any TAPinto Rahway 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
Dave Portnoy has visited these Shore pizzerias. Here's how he scored them
The One Bite Pizza Festival takes place Sept. 14, and eight New Jersey pizzerias are participating. All of the contestants — including Brooklyn Square Pizza in Jackson, Toms River and Manalapan, and Federici's Family Restaurant in Freehold Borough — were chosen by the festival's host, David Portnoy of YouTube's "One Bite Pizza...
As you wish, NJ! Go behind-the-scenes of The Princess Bride with one of its stars
For my money, there’s no better comfort movie than The Princess Bride. Pretty much every scene has a classic line:. Good night, Wesley. Good work. Sleep well. I’ll most likely kill you in the morning. One of my favorites.... Inconceivable!. You keep using that word… I do not...
Menlo Park Mall: A Premier Shopping and Entertainment Destination in Edison, New Jersey
Menlo Park Mall, located in Edison, New Jersey, at the junction of U.S. Route 1 and Parsonage Road, has transformed significantly since its inception into a two-level super regional shopping destination. Managed by Simon Property Group, the mall boasts a substantial 1,332,132 square feet of leaseable space, catering to diverse consumer needs and preferences.
New Owners for Café Du Pain Bakery in Lawrence, NJ; Changing Name
I'm so disappointed to hear the news that Café Du Pain Bakery in Lawrence Township has been sold. The bakery in the Lawrence Shopping Center will be getting a new name, according to a new social media post on Tuesday (July 2). The post reads, "Important news. We are...
A New Italian Restaurant Is Opening Inside One Of NJ’s Oldest Historical Buildings
New Jersey is filled with really interesting and historic places to eat. For example, my mind always goes to the Cranbury Inn in Cranbury New Jersey. It's a colonial-era inn and restaurant and rumor has it that it's also super haunted. I actually got an email from a listener the...
You Have to Try Out New Jersey’s Best Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurant
In a recent article, I read from lovefood.com, they did the number one "hole in the wall" restaurant in each state in the US. It's crazy to see so many "hole-in-the-wall" restaurants that are truly delicious. I remember growing up in Pennsylvania and there were so many of these little...
Trenton-Mercer Airport Opens New Taxiway
Mercer County Executive Dan Benson and elected officials from Mercer County held a ribbon cutting on June 25, to mark the opening of the recently completed Parallel Taxiway Delta at Trenton-Mercer Airport. The construction of the Parallel Taxiway Delta creates safer, more efficient, taxiway for aircraft to enter the runway....
Lenape Park Inclusive Playground: East Brunswick Receives $750, 000 Grant
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Lenape Park, tucked into the southern elbow of East Brunswick's historic district off Old Bridge Turnpike on Millman Avenue, will be the home of a new playground for children with physical and neurodiverse challenges due to the quick-thinking and quick-acting EB Department of Recreation and Parks . When a matching-funds grant became available on January 11 from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, East Brunswick applied for the grant through Jake’s Law which is available to counties for the construction of completely inclusive playgrounds. At the Township Council meeting on January 22, representatives of the...
Best Waterfront Dining Chosen by You in Ocean and Monmouth Counties
So this is a labor of love especially since we are in the midst of summer and true outdoor dining prime time. We are blessed here at the Jersey Shore with some of the best waterfront dining anywhere in America. There is nothing better than having a meal here on the Jersey Shore overlooking our beautiful waters and having a delicious meal. The view and the taste are incredible and we have some fantastic choices. I decided to find out the best waterfront options here at the Shore from the people who know best, you at home. I asked you to recommend the best waterfront dining restaurants and you came through big time with fantastic locations.
Groovy Playground Closed Amid Dispute
OCEAN GROVE - As of today, a sign hanging on the gate of the playground called Groovy Playground on the west side of Fletcher Lake states "CLOSED As per Neptune Township, they are no longer responsible for maintaining the Childrens Playground park. In the absence of an agreement with the Township, OCGMA (sic) has closed this area until further notice." According to Monmouth County tax data, this parcel of land, identified as Block 101/Lot 9, on which the playground is located, is property owned by Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association. This property is valued at $891,400 and last year, OGCMA paid $16,353.41 in taxes for this parcel. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER According to the Township, no agreement making the Township responsible for Groovy Park exists at this time, and they have been advised against maintaining any parts of privately owned property. The Township is responsible for the following parks in town: Founders, Firemans, Greenleaf, Amanda Berry Smith (formerly Boswell) and the property bordering Wesley Lake. TAPinto Neptune has reached out to OCGMA for comment and this article will be updated if a response is received. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Raritan Twp. gym owner to compete on American Ninja Warrior tonight
RARITAN TOWNSHIP – Abby Clark, co-owner of Nex Level Ninja in the township, will be featured in the newest episode of American Ninja Warrior (ANW) Monday at 8 p.m. on ABC. Clark will be taking on the season 16 qualifying course in Los Angeles as she hopes to hit a buzzer and qualify for the semi-finals, according to her Facebook page.
One of NJ's first vegan bars and pizzerias is opening in New Brunswick on Friday
When Ron Biton, owner of Veganized restaurant in New Brunswick, went vegan 30 years ago, he didn’t mind tossing meat, dairy and seafood to the trash. But he had one condition: He wasn’t giving up pizza. So he spent countless hours developing a vegan pizza with the cheesy...
Garage Sale and Barbecue Fund Raiser Benefits Somerville American Legion Junior Auxiliary
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Junior Auxiliary of American Legion Post #12 is hosting a Community Garage Sale and Barbecue Fund Raiser on Saturday, July 6. The garage sale opens at 8 a.m. and will end by 3 p.m.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The barbecue begins at noon and ends at 4 p.m. All proceeds from the garage sale and barbecue will benefit veterans and community service projects. American Legion Post #12 is located at 232 Union Ave. (Route 28). For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Fogo De Chao Opens Third NJ Location in Bridgewater, NJ
Oh boy, if you've never been to Fogo de Chao now's your chance. Fogo De Chao just opened in Bridgewater Commons Mall. The Brazilian steakhouse just opened in Bridgewater Commons, according to My Central Jersey. Opening day was Wednesday, June 24. It's only the third New Jersey location. If you're...
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