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2 women admit working with N.J. doctor to wrongly prescribe thousands of oxycodone pills
Two Paterson women admitted this week they worked with a Bergen County-based doctor to prescribe thousands of opioids without a legitimate medical reason, the U.S. Attorney’s Office District of New Jersey announced Thursday. Jasmine McGregor, 32, and 35-year-old Jhenelle Lewis pleaded guilty to one count of knowingly and intentionally...
Senate approves resolution honoring NJ Purple Heart veterans
💜 New Jersey could soon become a Purple Heart state. 💜The Senate unanimously approved a bipartisan joint resolution. 💜 If signed into law, NJ would become the fourth Purple Heart state in the U.S. To honor our veterans, a bipartisan joint resolution that would declare New Jersey...
Too many reusable grocery bags? What you can do with them in NJ
🔴A groundbreaking plan for unwanted reusable bags launched in NJ last year. 🔴Residents can donate their unwanted bags to local food banks. 🔴The initiative has proven successful over the past 12 months. Not sure what to do with all those reusable bags piled up in your house...
When NJ residents can expect their next ANCHOR rebate
💲 The process on a third year of ANCHOR payments is about to begin. 💲 ANCHOR benefits go to both homeowners and renters. 💲 You may not have to do anything in order to receive your next payment. The ANCHOR property tax relief program is part of...
Starting NJ’s School Year In August: Good Or Bad Idea?
Are you ready for the kids to go back to school yet?. Most of the New Jersey school districts don't return to the classroom until after Labor Day. Since it's required by the state for the school year to consist of at least 180 days, if the Garden State did decide to start school in mid-August, that would translate to an earlier start to summer break at the end of the school year. Sources claim it could potentially be a good thing because it would allow for high school students to focus on applying to colleges sooner.
New Jersey Businesses, Flights and First Responders Impacted by Global Technology Outage
NEW JERSEY — Some businesses and travelers in New Jersey are feeling the impact of a global technology outage. Gov. Phil Murphy said businesses and banks are impacted and flights are grounded.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike says Friday's outage happened when it deployed a faulty update to computers running Microsoft Windows. The company said that a fix was on the way. As of 9 a.m., there were major disruptions at Newark Liberty International Airport. On X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, the airport's handle posted "The PANYNJ is not affected by the ongoing global outage, but airlines are experiencing delays/cancellations. DO NOT head to EWR unless your flight is confirmed." Murphy said the state's Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) was activated as of 3 a.m.DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. "(The SEOC has) provided guidance to relevant executive branch agencies on how to address the situation. We are also engaging county and local governments, 911 call centers, and utilities to assess the impact and offer our assistance," Murphy said in a statement. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
New Jersey Ballet's Season Opener Friday November 8
Join New Jersey Ballet for Creative Forces, featuring Justin Peck's dynamic Murder Ballades and Jerome Robbins' elegant In the Night. The season opener will take place on Friday November 8 at 7:30pm Peck's Murder Ballades brings thrilling narratives and contemporary movements to the stage, set to Bryce Dessner's evocative music. Robbins' In the Night, set to Chopin's romantic nocturnes, explores different facets of love through masterful choreography. Celebrate the brilliance of these visionary choreographers in an unforgettable evening of ballet with additional repertory to be announced soon. Purchase tickets HERE For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
NJ weather: Low humidity is amazing, one snag this weekend
We made it! I have been calling Friday the nicest day of the week. And it truly looks beautiful, from start to finish. A comfortable morning, followed by a warm and sunny afternoon. The major key to success here is low humidity, as dew points bottom-out in the 50s. We...
Major Retail Store Will Raise Membership Prices In New Jersey
For the first time in seven years, the membership fee at this beloved chain is going up in New Jersey and all across the nation. According to the US Sun, membership fees at Costco are on the rise, and you will either pay five or ten dollars more annually, depending on which plan you have.
New Jersey drug deaths plummet in first half of 2024
Suspected drug deaths fell 26% year-over-year in the first six months of the year as an overdose antidote became more broadly available. The post New Jersey drug deaths plummet in first half of 2024 appeared first on New Jersey Monitor.
NJ Department of Agriculture highlights Summer Food Service program
NEW JERSEY – New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Ed Wengryn, U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service, and local representatives today highlighted the success of the Summer Food Service Program in New Jersey with a visit to the Pemberton Early Childhood Learning Center in Burlington County. According to...
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Fri 7/19
MODERATE RISK OF RIP CURRENTS. Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the surf zone. 8 - 14 knots (Gust 19 knots) TODAY: NE winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming SE late. Seas 3 to 4 ft. Wave Detail: SE 3 ft at 7 seconds and NE 2 ft at 4 seconds.
Davante Adams sends crystal clear message about Jets trade rumors
There has been no shortage of trade talks, lately, when it comes to the New York Jets and Aaron Rodgers' former teammate, wide receiver Davante Adams. Thanks, in part, to Netflix's new series, "Receiver," the Adams trade talk has only been elevated as of late. In one of the episodes, we saw the two of them had spent a few hours together before last year's matchup between the Jets and Raiders, with Adams telling Rodgers just how much he enjoyed the time together and how much he missed his quarterback.
Stockton University to offer degree in hemp, cannabis business management
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - Stockton University is now the first school in New Jersey to offer a degree in hemp and cannabis business management. The curriculum starts in the fall. "New Jersey’s on pace to do a billion dollars in cannabis this year," stated Stockton University cannabis professor Rob Meija.
Residents Set to Save Thousands – New Jersey is Freezing Property Taxes
Living in New Jersey is not cheap. That may be the understatement of the year. It's difficult to make ends meet on an "average" household income, let alone a senior income. According to Bankrate, in April of 2024, the typical New Jersey resident over the age of 65 was only pulling in $1776.73 per month.
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