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Shortage of new officers, wave of retirements leave police departments vulnerable
Andre Novac joined the Paramus Police Department in May, after working for several years in Roseland. The 26-year-old said he can’t remember a time in his life he didn’t want to be a police officer. His father is a retired Little Ferry officer, and his father’s cousin is a former police chief...
Help ID a pair of dine and dashers at Sack O’ Subs in Ventnor, NJ
A pair of dine and dashers dined at Sack O' Subs in Ventnor, according to a the popular sandwich shop. We would like to take a moment to thank our awesome patrons for another successful and busy weekend. We also would like to give a friendly reminder to the lucky few to pay for your food before you walk out with it. Unfortunately, this issue occurred both Saturday & Sunday at our Ventnor location. That being said, here are our first inductees to the wall of SHAME!
DOT Starts Work to Open Queensboro Roadway to Pedestrians
Work is finally underway to turn a car lane on the Queensboro Bridge into a pedestrian lane, seven years after the Department of Transportation first revealed the plan and two years behind schedule. DOT erected "suicide-prevention fencing" along parts of the South Outer Roadway of the bridge in recent weeks...
Elmo Realty Secures $27.5 Million For Multifamily Development In West Harlem
Elmo Realty has successfully secured $27.5 million in construction financing to develop a multifamily building on the site of a former historic church in West Harlem. This project, located at 1763-1771 Amsterdam Avenue, will feature 126 studio apartments and will soon be operated by a homeless shelter. The loan was provided by Metropolitan Commercial Bank, marking a significant investment in the community.
Combatting Trauma in Undocumented Children with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Briana Dominguez graduated from Touro University’s Graduate School of Social Work last month. She was awarded the school’s Special Recognition Research Award for her research project examining the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with undocumented children in New York City. She presented her findings at the National Academy of Medicine’s annual Social Work Student Night, where graduate students from NYC social work schools present their work that addresses physical, mental, or public health issues.
Mining magnate’s daughter sues NJ roommate: Sold stolen luxury items online?
✅ Aurora Agapov and Kaitlyn Fung were NYU roommates and friends. ✅ Fung admitted to Agapov she stole her jewelry and put it for sale online. A New York University freshman from New Jersey is being sued for stealing approximately $50,000 worth of her roommate's high-end jewelry and accessories and selling it online.
KRS-One To Lead HIP-HOP 51 March For Urban Health & Peaceful Conflict Resolution
Read about a new march for peace that is lead by KRS-One, a leader in Hip-Hop and culture. Your donation will help us keep the music playing and the articles flowing. Donate now to support our passion for music and help us grow!. Hip-Hop icon KRS-One is set to spearhead...
LIRR announces round of schedule changes coming in September
Schedule changes are coming to the Long Island Rail Road. The LIRR says it is going to double the number of direct morning trains from Oyster Bay to Penn Station. Leaders of the transit agency say the new timetable will increase off-peak service to Penn Station due to demand. News...
Residents Enjoy Another Downtown Thursday Gathering
WEST ORANGE, NJ — The forth summer Downtown Thursday was July 25 in the plaza in front of PNC Bank. Linden Street Barn’s music filled the air with older and new music. Click HERE to see and hear a clip of the band from last Thursday. St. Mark’s corridor restaurants that participated include:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Benji’s Tacos Catrina Lounge Cocina Grill & Pizzeria Dominos Guys Restaurant & Pizzeria Johnny’s Pizzeria No. 1 Chinese Northfield Bagels & Deli Orange Sky Coffee Roasters Subway Supreme Bakery Each Downtown Thursday features a giant Jenga and cornhole for the children. The Downtown Alliance is currently brainstorming and accepting ideas for inventions to showcase in Invention Island.DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. All Downtown Thursdays are free and run from 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., except the August 15 Downtown Thursday, which begins at 6:30 and features an 8 p.m. movie. The last two are August 8, Eagle Rock Night of Jazz (at 1 Eagle Rock Avenue) and Brendan Byrne Centennial Dedication and movie night on August 15. For more information: www.DowntownWO.com For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Hoboken Housing Authority Redevelopment Plan to receive Smart Growth Award
The Hoboken Housing Authority Redevelopment Plan will be the recipient at New Jersey Future’s Smart Growth Awards in October, officials said. NJF, a nonprofit, recognizes projects, plans, and policies across New Jersey that demonstrate smart growth principles that encourage smart growth values and design. This year, the HHA Redevelopment...
GCPD to hold hiring event in NYC
The Gwinnett County Police Department (GCPD) is having a hiring event in New York City. The event will be held Aug. 17-18 at the Hyatt Centric Wall Street Hotel in Manhattan. GCPD is offering a $5,100 hiring incentive and a $3,500 relocation incentive to move to Gwinnett County. Applicants without...
Two Arrested After Driving With Stolen License Plate: Secaucus PD
At 9:33 p.m., officers located the vehicle in the area of Meadowlands Parkway and 10th Street, Secaucus police said. A traffic stop was initiated and police arrested Erykah Harmon, 26, and charged her with receiving stolen property, police said. Harmon also had an outstanding warrant out of Newark, police said.
74K affected by dental practice data breach
Dental practice New Jersey Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery announced a cybersecurity attack that exposed the private information, including medical information, of more than 74,0000 individuals, according to a notice recently published by the practice. On July 12, the practice -- which has offices in New Bergen, Ridgefield, and Hackensack, NJ...
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