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Popular Restaurant Chain Closing 23 Locations Amid Bankruptcy Proceedings
Red Lobster announced it will be closing an additional 23 restaurants at the end of the month. The move comes after Red Lobster closed over 100 locations earlier this year amid bankruptcy proceedings. Red Lobster is in the process of selling itself to Fortress Credit Corp., which recently gave the...
18-year-old killed by boat propeller near Harvey Cedars, New Jersey
HARVEY CEDARS, N.J. (CBS) -- A young woman died over the weekend after she was hit by a boat propeller off of Long Beach Island, New Jersey State Police said Monday.According to the department, 18-year-old Zeina Mahafzah, of Wayne, New Jersey, was on a raft being pulled by a boat on Sunday, Aug. 25 when she was hit by the propeller as she tried to get back on the vessel.NJ State Police said she suffered "fatal injuries" as a result of the impact, which happened just off Sunset Park in the Harvey Cedars Borough.On Monday, the Harvey Cedars Police Department said on Facebook they were working with New Jersey State Police on the investigation, and asked people to "keep the family and community in your thoughts and prayers."The fatal incident remains under investigation, according to NJ State Police.
Facing natural disasters, some lawmakers look to make oil companies pay for the damage
Vermont is the first state trying a new approach to climate policy: charging fossil fuel companies money to cover the damages caused by natural disasters worsened by climate change. Other states could be close behind. New York lawmakers passed their own measure in June, though it’s unclear if Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul will sign the […]
Trio Of $10K Mega Millions Winners Sold In North Jersey: Here's Where
Three $10,000 Mega Millions tickets were sold in New Jersey between Monday, Aug. 19 and Sunday, Aug. 25. All three tickets were from the Tuesday, Aug. 20 drawing. They were sold at the following locations:. The Rivermart on River Road in Edgewater. Mercadon Market on Springdale Avenue in East Orange.
New Jersey’s 60 worst schools for violence and bullying
Your kids are getting ready to head back to school and with that comes your assumption that they're being well cared for. And while New Jersey's schools usually rank as some of the best in the country, not every school in the Garden State offers children a welcoming, supportive learning environment.
Wawa fan in NJ goes viral collecting every possible receipt number
There’s this old cliche of an answer for mountain climbers asked why they climbed a dangerous, treacherous mountain. Sometimes it’s just as simple as a challenge. Even if the challenge is one only you yourself understand. Maybe for a certain New Jersey guy collecting every Wawa order receipt number 0 through 999 was his mountain.
WATCH the N.J. football Games of the Week LIVE all season
We’re just three days away from the crowd-moving plays and the pad-crunching hits. That’s right – N.J. high school football is right around the corner. This season, NJ.com will be broadcasting two Games of the Week — live — and free with a subscription every weekend.
Chatham Golfer Rice Helps New Jersey Junior PGA Team Defeat Philadelphia Section to win Jon Pritsch Memorial Cup
BERNARDSVILLE, NJ -- Chatham High sophomore Roger Rice represented the NJPGA for the second year in a row in the junior circuit's season-ending Jon M. Pritsch Memorial, helping the Garden State contingent bring home the cup with an 11-7 win vs. a team representing the Philadelphia section. Rice clinched his match play round on the 14th hole to go up, 5 and 4, and teamed up with Ryder Hodgson to collect four birdies and five pars on the front nine in their 3 and 2 fourball win in the Ryder Cup style match play. The competition was held Friday at the Somerset Hills Country Club.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Jon M. Pritsch Cup is played in honor of Pritsch, a former competitive New Jersey golfer who had an impressive matchplay record in his junior career, and died tragically in May of 1991 at the age of 17. The Jon M. Pritsch Memorial Fund has raised over $175,000 and given over 100 scholarships to juniors who hope to pursue a career in golf. The Philadelphia and New Jersey Sections alternate between hosting sites each year. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
NJ Sharing Network’s School Supplies Drive Supports Students in Newark and Paterson
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - NJ Sharing Network, the non-profit organization responsible for the recovery of donated organs and tissue for transplant in the Garden State, recently completed a successful Back-to-School Supplies Drive to benefit students in need in Newark and Paterson. The collected supplies, including notebooks, folders, pens, pencils, calculators, and more, were generously donated by NJ Sharing Network team members and community partners. The items were then packaged at NJ Sharing Network’s headquarters (as shown in the photo) and distributed to K-12 public school students during NJ Sharing Network’s Live Healthy and Move community events. “Our NJ Sharing Network team and partners saw an opportunity to come together and make a meaningful impact on the lives of local children by ensuring they have the tools they need for academic success,” said Carolyn M. Welsh, President and CEO of NJ Sharing Network. “The overwhelming response to our Back-to-School Supplies Drive reflects our team’s dedication to uplifting and empowering the communities we serve.” For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Comedian Michael Blaustein Adds Second Show at NJPAC
Comedian Michael Blaustein has added a second show at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Showtimes are now 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Comedian Michael Blaustein (host of the Stiff Socks podcast) can make literally anything funny. Armed with hysterical jokes and a gift for high-energy crowd work, it's no surprise that he's a favorite at colleges and clubs. He's toured with Comedy Central on Campus and College Humor, and appeared at Just For Laughs Toronto, The New York Comedy Festival and Oddball Comedy Fest. Come see why audiences can't get enough of Michael's hilarious, no-filter brand of comedy.
Scenes From MedievalFest: Knights, Fair Maidens and Merriment
On Sunday, the Montclair Art Museum transformed into a medieval wonderland, as Montclair Early Music’s MedievalFest brought knights in battle, fair maidens, and mystical fairies to life. The community enjoyed a day filled with jousting, merriment and old-world charm!. The event not only brought the magic and fun of...
Madison Chamber announces Lorraine Brites of The Max Challenge Madisonas the winner of the 2024 Extra Mile Award
MADISON — The Madison Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce Lorraine Brites of The Max Challenge Madison as the 2024 Extra Mile Award recipient. The Extra Mile Award recognizes exceptional individuals who consistently demonstrate outstanding customer service and a commitment to positively impacting their customers’ or clients’ experiences.
This Wednesday (Aug. 28): Egrets Rule The Roost At Laurel Hill Park!
Join the Bergen County Audubon Society this Wednesday, Aug. 28, for the dazzling sight of dozens of Egrets that roost in Laurel Hill County Park in Secaucus. Starts at 6:30 p.m. Park and meet at first parking lot as you enter Laurel Hill County Park off Laurel Hill Drive. Contact:...
Florham Park Rotary Halloween Dog Parade
FLORHAM PARK — Get ready for a day of spooky fun and wagging tails as the Florham Park Rotary hosts its 4th Annual Halloween Dog Parade and Costume Contest on Saturday, October 19th. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Florham Park Gazebo & Great Lawn, offering a perfect setting for dogs and their owners to showcase their Halloween spirit.
Hughes Talks About Keefe's Hiring Ahead of Training Camp
In a recent interview with NHL.com, New Jersey Devils forward Jack Hughes shared his thoughts on his newly hired head coach, Sheldon Keefe. Hughes was asked about if he's looking forward to having some time to talk with Keefe when training camp starts on Sept 18. "I’m excited to get to New Jersey ...
North Arlington Motorcyclist, 24, Antagonizing Cops Arrested After Pursuit In Lyndhurst: PD
Robert Higgins, of North Arlington, has been charged with eluding and was issued a slew of traffic violations, Lyndhurst Police Detective Lt. Vincent Auteri said on Monday, Aug. 26. Lynrhust detectives Matt Giunta and Nick Abruscato were in an unmarked police vehicle near Rutherford and Park Avenues when they were...
Will New Owner With 'Magic Touch' Get This Englewood Tudor Its Mojo Back?
This Bergen County home may not be in its prime, but it could be soon, thanks to a new owner who saw its potential. The 2,316-square-foot home at 272 W. Ivy Lane in Englewood was listed by by Bonnie Bernhardt of ReMax, at $679,000 on June 5. According to Compass...
Paws For Style New York Fashion Mayhem At Its Very Best!
Animal Fair Magazine’s 6th Annual “Paws For Style” took place on May 25th at the New York City hot spot EXIT. This canine fashion show was the HOTTEST TREND to hit the red carpet in years! It was a dog-eat-dog fight on the catwalk with thousands of dollars raised for the Human Society in NY. Dogs arrived in the latest couture outfits by top designers including Coach, Gucci, Diane von Furstenberg, Juicy Couture, Rebecca Taylor, Von Dutch, Theory, Alice Roi, Joseph Abboud, Michelle Roth, Manolo Blahnik and Donald J Pliner!
NYC to continue spraying this week to combat West Nile virus
NEW YORK -- If you haven't noticed them already, you may see trucks driving through your New York City neighborhood this week to spray for mosquitos.It's all in an effort to reduce the risk of West Nile virus. The season in the city typically runs from May to October.Here are the parts of the city that are being sprayedThere have been six severe cases in the city so far this year. In an effort to reduce the risk, the Department of Health had its trucks out until 6 a.m. on Tuesday spraying pesticides in parts of Manhattan. It said a...
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