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Four New Jersey counties rank in top 10 most at risk for flooding in 2024. See list
With hurricane season upon us, it's crucial for New Jersey residents to be aware of the potential dangers these storms can bring. A recent study by LawnStarter compared flood risk across the United States, identifying over 940 counties with moderate to very high flood risk according to FEMA's data. Here...
NJ homeless veterans nonprofit close to reaching 2024 goal
The multi-award-winning, Bedminster-based nonprofit, Independence for Veterans, has won its sixth consecutive “Certificate of Appreciation” award from the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. The award was given for the nonprofit's continued, outstanding contributions to the New Jersey homeless veterans community. Since Jan. 1, Independence for Veterans has...
Civil Rights Group Sues Property Management Company For Rental Discrimination Against DACA Recipient
The Mexican-American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, also known as MALDEF, has filed a federal lawsuit against a property management company in New Jersey for refusing to rent a house to a young woman due to her immigration status as a DACA recipient. MALDEF sued the company on behalf of...
Homeward Bound Adoption Center offering $7 adoptions for cats and dogs
Blackwood, NJ – Homeward Bound Adoption Center needs your help this holiday finding a home for its animals! The center’s kennels have reached capacity with more animals than space and is offering $7 adoption fees for all cats and dogs until Sunday, July 7th. Kittens are not included in this special. With fireworks and hectic […]
St. Paul's Church's Annual Fourth of July Duck Race is Just Duckie
MILLTOWN, NJ - Soon after the 2024 Milltown Fourth of July Parade concluded, it was time for the annual Rubber Duck Race at the Main Street Bridge. Sponsored by St. Paul's Church, more than 900 rubber duckies were dropped into the water next to the Main Street Bridge. A large crowd gathered on both sides of the water and along the old railroad trestle to see if their duckies would be one of the first 10 to reach the finish line. The finish line is underneath the railroad trestle. Each winning duckie earns its sponsor a $100 gift card. The winning ducks for the 2024 Milltown Fourth of July Rubber Duck Race were:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER 990 196 299 905 231 576 78 693 832 795 Sponsors of the winning ducks will be contacted by email or telephone to learn how to collect their gift card. All the proceeds from St. Paul's annual Fourth of July Duck Race goes to support the church's Youth Group's mission trip. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
114th annual Travis Fourth of July Parade welcomes hundreds: ‘Staten Island at its best’
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Hundreds of Staten Islanders lined the streets of Travis on Thursday to celebrate the 114th annual Fourth of July Parade. The parade, believed to be one of the oldest continuous Independence Day celebrations in the nation, started with a ceremony at Independence Park in Travis.
Victim shot 14 times, now NJ man sentenced for role in attempted robbery
A Middlesex County man is headed to prison for his role in an attempted robbery in New Brunswick where the victim was shot 14 times. 23-year-old Jonathan Rosales of New Brunswick previously pleaded guilty to an indictment charging him with conspiracy to commit Hobbs Act robbery and attempted Hobbs Act robbery.
Rahway Public School District's Office of Curriculum & Instruction Offering Theater Camp
RAHWAY, NJ — If you’re hearing Cruella de Vil in your home or listening to a tune about Kanine Krunchies, you’re probably currently living with a performer! The Rahway Theater Camp, run by the Rahway Public School District's Office of Curriculum and Instruction and led by the creative talents of Deanna Flanagan, Lindsay Jenkins, and Zach Love, is underway.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER These dedicated professionals guide the talents and excitement of students in grades 3-8 throughout the district as they prepare a production of 101 Dalmatians. Supported by volunteers from the Rahway High School...
East Brunswick: July 4th Safety Tips for Kids at Celebration
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The East Brunswick Police Department recommends taking a photo of your children before attending today's 4th of July Celebration in case they are lost or separated from you. When you exit your car, take a quick cellphone picture of your kids in the clothes that they are wearing tonight. Don't rely on an old photo.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Need a reminder about the schedule of events? Click here for arrival, parking, and exiting directions. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Milltown's 2024 Fourth of July Parade Draws a Crowd
MILLTOWN, NJ - The borough's annual Fourth of July Parade is always a big draw. This year, though, the crowds of people lining the parade route were larger than usual. The parade featured a full line-up including bag pipes, the Milltown Fourth of July Band, local politicians, area Boy and Girls Scout Troops, the Milltown Little League, Karma Cat, Middlesex County 4H, the North Brunswick High School Marching Band, and much more. The youngest parade goers enjoyed darting back and forth to pick up candy. The ice pops, Little Bites snack cakes, patriotic pinwheels, and the...
7th Juneteenth Celebration Held at Shady Rest Golf Club
(Scotch Plains, NJ) — Social Justice Matters of Scotch Plains and Fanwood held its 7th annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 22nd at the Shady Rest Golf and Country Club. This year’s theme was “SANKOFA: Looking Back at our Past to Move Forward with Purpose for a Brighter Future.”
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...
Little League District 24 All-Star 11s baseball: South Shore, Great Kills earn spots in title game (photos)
Top-seeded South Shore and No. 2 Great Kills punched their tickets to the Little League District 24 All-Star 11s baseball championship game with semifinal victories on Thursday morning. AJ Eugenio, Anthony Arnone and Thomas Barbaro keyed a four-run fourth with RBI plate appearances as host South Shore registered a 7-4...
Iconic NJ pizza place lost to fire being helped by Dave Portnoy
Some people don’t like Dave Portnoy, thinking he has a cocky attitude. That’s the least of it. Others say he’s made a fortune with Barstool Sports dressing up misogyny and racism as humor. He’s been called a toxic creep. Women have accused him of dehumanizing sexual encounters.
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