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Kenilworth Fire Department & Rescue Squad Respond to House Fire on Coolidge Drive
KENILWORTH, NJ - On Friday morning, July 26, the Kenilworth Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad were dispatched to the 300 block of Coolidge Drive on the report of a possible structure fire. The following update was posted to the department's social media page to explain the incident in further detail. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Car 2, Car 3, Car 4, Engine 63, Truck 3, Squad 2, Rescue 3 & Rescue 2 responded. Upon arrival, crews found the residence to be fully engulfed. Crews quickly began fire suppression efforts & protected the exposure structures. The...
Is good luck on the way? Black squirrel spotted in Middlesex County
HELMETTA - Gina Geletei was on her way to work as a site director at East Brunswick Recreation Camp when she saw something she never expected to see − a black squirrel. Scampering up a tree in the Heather Glen complex, the black squirrel was spotted at approximately 8 a.m. Thursday. "I did...
N.Y. Lottery: NYC player scores $1M in Powerball game as one-time lump sum
A New York City lottery player has claimed a $1 million prize for matching the first five numbers in a Powerball drawing. Ricardo Ching of Jamaica, Queens, matched the numbers on March 13, according to New York Lottery officials. The ticket was purchased at Avadh Convenience, located at 3714 Broadway in Astoria, Queens.
'PTA mom' opening Morris County's latest pot dispensary, with Tokey the Bear by her side
BOONTON — After years of wrangling with state and local officials, "Tokey the Bear" is ready to welcome the public to the town's first retail cannabis shop . Following a soft opening that began last week, Boone Town Provisions will cut the ribbon for its official grand opening on Sunday. Morris County's fifth...
Old Farmer's Almanac predicts fall forecast. See what it says for North Jersey
For those eagerly anticipating a trip to the apple orchards and pumpkin patches this fall, don't forget a sweater as temperatures are predicted to be cooler than usual, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. The periodical released its annual fall forecast, and North Jersey residents are expected to see below average temperatures, while...
Saturday Blurbs: Interesting Little Stories From the Past Week
On Tuesday, August 6th at 6:30 p.m., Jersey City will be hosting National Night Out events at Audubon Park, Pershing Field, Arlington Park, and Hamilton Park. There will be food, live music, and giveaways. A goal of these events is to foster relations between police officers and residents, and to promote safety and neighborhood unity.
Sparta's Main Street to be Closed for Six Months for 90-Year-Old Bridge Reconstruction
SPARTA, NJ – The Main Street bridge over the Wallkill River is scheduled to be closed to traffic for reconstruction beginning August 5. The third and final phase of the project is anticipated to keep that section of Main Street closed through December 31, 2024, according to Sussex County Division of Engineering. The new bridge will be wider with sidewalks on both sides of the bridge. According to the Sussex County Division of Engineering the existing bridge is “estimated to have been constructed in 1935.” It is “structurally deficient and overall poor condition due to the superstructure.”CLICK...
Shhh! Don’t Tell NJ Politicians. Gas Prices are Coming Down
I'm going to level with you. I didn't want to write this story. We haven't seen a whole lot of good news lately, so this is something that I wanted to share. The problem is we live in New Jersey. Invariably, anytime news like this gets out, our elected officials...
Decade-old Superfund cleanup in Fairfield passes milestone. What's next at Unimatic site?
FAIRFIELD — Local and federal officials gathered Friday to announce "significant progress" in the decade-long cleanup of one of North Jersey's most contaminated sites. The site was once home to Unimatic Manufacturing Corp. which used polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) from the 1950s to the early 2000s as part of it metal-molding operations....
NYC subway rider punched in face by woman yelling anti-Asian slurs on Q train
NEW YORK - A subway straphanger was punched in the face by another woman yelling anti-Asian slurs on board a Q train. Police say the 28-year-old victim was on the train at the West 57th and 7th Avenue subway station in Manhattan when an unknown woman started yelling at her on July 17.
Governor Phil Murphy, iconic Jersey mascots celebrate National New Jersey Day
TRENTON, N.J. (CBS) -- All hail the Garden State! Did you know July 27 is recognized as National New Jersey Day in the United States? Proud New Jerseyans of all kinds have been taking to social media to celebrate their home state in all of its glory.The official New Jersey government social media accounts posted a video on Instagram, X and Facebook featuring the mascots that call New Jersey home, including the Princeton Tiger, Boomer from the Trenton Thunder, the Rutgers Scarlet Knight, and Buster from the Jersey Shore BlueClaws. Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady of New Jersey Tammy Murphy celebrated...
New Jersey Traffic Rule 2024 Update: Understanding the Right Turn on Red Rule
Navigating traffic rules can be daunting, especially when updates and changes come into play. In 2024, New Jersey introduced significant changes to its traffic regulations, particularly focusing on the “Right Turn on Red” rule. This blog aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of these updates, shedding light on the implications for drivers across the state. With detailed insights into city-specific regulations, statistical data, and practical advice, this article serves as a valuable resource for residents and visitors alike.
Produce recall in New Jersey expands due to possible listeria contamination
🔴 Ohio-based produce farm expands recall due to possible listeria contamination. 🔴 The affected produce was shipped to several states, including New Jersey. Out of an abundance of caution, an Ohio-based produce farm has expanded its July 12 recall to include additional produce because it may be contaminated with listeria, the U.S. Drug and Food Administration has announced.
New Jersey Has Seen A Record Amount Of Jackpots This Summer
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Update: New Jersey Public Schools Among Top 5 In The Nation
NJ Lands In Top 5 Public Schools Systems In America. New Jersey is not only in the Top 5 public school systems in America, Jersey is ranked 4th in the Nation overall for public school systems. According to a recent Patch article, "New Jersey public schools are among the best in the country, according to a new analysis from WalletHub that took performance, funding, safety, class size and instructor credentials into consideration. After comparing the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 32 key metrics, WalletHub determined that New Jersey public schools are No. 4 in the nation overall."
East Orange student, teacher study history where it happened
An East Orange High School teacher and student got the chance to study history where it was made in Philadelphia. Tracey Prince, a world history teacher at East Orange STEM Academy, and student Rouselene Folas, participated in the first-ever Young People’s Continental Congress created by the National History Day (NHD) organization.
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