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Lauren Marks Named CSC Third Team Academic All-America
AUSTIN, Texas -- Caldwell University senior bowler Lauren Marks (Parsippany, N.J.) has been named to the Academic All-America® Women's At-Large Third Team as selected by College Sports Communicators (CSC), the organization announced today. For Marks, a Fine Arts major with a 3.95 GPA, the honor is the latest in a line of accolades she has earned in 2023-24. The CACC Bowler of the Year, CACC Tournament Most Valuable Bowler, National Tenpins Coaches Association Strike Percentage Leader and CSC Academic All-District selection led the Cougars to their second straight CACC championship as Coach Ken Yokobosky 's squad won the regular season...
Dover Cultural Extravaganza 2024: Vendor Applications Now Open
DOVER — Excitement is building as the town of Dover prepares to host the Dover Cultural Extravaganza on Saturday, September 28th. Scheduled from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Crescent Field, located at 120 First Street, this event promises a day filled with cultural celebrations, community spirit, and vibrant activities. Organized by Mega Bite Events, the extravaganza will be a highlight of the year for locals and visitors.
Mountain Lakes High School Student Creates Lifeline for STEM Enthusiasts
MOUNTAIN LAKES — The Parsippany Cube Club has shaped a vibrant and unique community. Founded by local enthusiast and educator Anikait Sota, a Mountain Lakes High School student, this club has become a cornerstone of STEM and social engagement for kids in our town. The story of Parsippany Cube Club is one of community spirit and giving back.
20 Morristown Students Named to Dean's, President's List at Area Colleges, Universities
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Twenty Morristown residents have been named to the Dean's List and President's List at area universities and colleges. The following students have been recognized. Nicholas Capezzuto, Blaine Chesnut, Alain Chrisphonte, Anthony Crysler, Graceanna Gargano, Michael King, Shekinah King, Zachary Oberc and Mercer Santos have all been named to Seton Hall's Spring 2024 Dean's List. After the close of every semester, undergraduate students completing all courses with a GPA of 3.4, with no grades lower than "C", qualify for the Dean's List. The following local students made the Spring 2024 Dean's List:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR...
Next Lunch with the Librarian July 17 at Morristown's Macculloch Hall
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Grab a blanket and your lunch and enjoy a wonderful afternoon with "Lunch with the Librarian" at Macculloch Hall Gardens. The event will take place every Wednesday in July and August. The librarian from the Morristown Library will read stories to pre-school children and their parents or caregivers under Macculloch Hall's magnificent beech tree.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The event begins at 12 noon and is free to attend. Sign up to get all the news as it happens at www.TAPinto.net/enews and follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MorristownTAP/ and on Twitter at @MorristownTAP and on Instagram at @tapintomorristown Download the TAPinto App! Click here for Android. Click here for iOSDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
NJ Town Mayor Calls For Improvements After 8-Year-Old Killed Riding Bike
Avyaan Gupta was riding his bicycle in Parsippany when he was struck by a vehicle and killed block from his home on Tuesday, July 9. He was eight years old.At 5:34 p.m., Avyaan was struck by a 2022 Mazda CX5 traveling in the area of 189 Littleton Road, Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll, Chief…
Lincoln Park school chief out after busted budget, layoffs. Here's what we know
Weeks after a surprise budget shortfall led to painful layoffs, former Lincoln Park Schools Superintendent Michael Meyer has apparently left his position. In a letter to parents last week, Lincoln Park MIddle School Principal David Winston said he is acting as superintendent for the K-8 district. The letter didn't mention Meyer or explain his departure, but Winston wrote that the K-8 district is seeking a replacement.
NPS: 79th person since 1980 drowns in Upper Delaware River with no life jacket
A man who was rafting on the Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River (UPDE) went for a swim but became the 79th drowning victim in the Upper Delaware since the National Park Service started keeping record in 1980. UPDE Superintendent Lindsey Kurnath reported to the Upper Delaware Council on July...
Morristown football looks to take the next step in 2024 | State of the Program
Building a contender doesn't happen overnight, and Morristown hopes to take another step forward this season. Coach Casey Flynn enters his third season after consecutive playoff appearances and a win increase in both of his seasons in charge. "It progressed well," Flynn said about last season. "We got one more...
Wayne Police Lie in Wait and Nab Porch Pirates Attempting to Steal Shipped Cell Phones
WAYNE, NJ – Two men were arrested on Friday afternoon for Attempted Theft (among several other charges) when they were caught red-handed trying to steal shipped cell phones off the porch of a home on Laurel Drive in Wayne Township. Weeks earlier, the homeowner reportedly had a shipment of cell phones stolen from his porch “as soon as they had been delivered,” so this time he called in Wayne’s Finest. This is based on a statement released by the Wayne Police Department Public Information Officer, Detective Captain Dan Daly.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET...
Beauty salon owner pushed to her death by her own son, NYPD says
NEW YORK -- A community is shocked and saddened by the death of a beloved East Harlem salon owner.The life of 44-year-old Vianel Garcia was cut short on Sunday afternoon in Riverside Park in Washington Heights. Detectives say she suffered fatal injuries after she was pushed down a grassy embankment by her own son, 22-year-old Miguel Duval."A bunch of police were huddled in that corner. There was someone trying to do CPR for what felt like 20 minutes," witness Natalia Weaver said.Police said Duval was taken into custody just hours after his mother's death. He's now facing a charge of...
NJ will pay $153 million to demolish elementary school, replace a high school in Newark
Sign up for Chalkbeat Newark’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system.The state agency responsible for funding school construction projects in Newark will spend nearly $153 million to build a new South Ward high school and relocate a nearby elementary school.But the Schools Development Authority says the project is in its early stages of development and it’s unclear when the plans will begin as building designs, construction proposals, and timelines have yet to be completed.The plans call for the construction of a new University High School and the relocation of Hawthorne Avenue Elementary School students to...
ELEC: Jersey City mayoral hopeful Mussab Ali raised $213k in Q2, has $203k COH
Jersey City mayoral hopeful Mussab Ali, a former school board president, raised $213,329.97 in the second quarter of 2024, with $203,435.41 cash on hand, his July 15th New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission (NJ ELEC) report shows. He received donations from individuals throughout New Jersey, along from other states including...
Developer blames lender for troubles at Newark’s splashiest project
The Lakewood-based development group behind a massive three-tower development in Newark alleges their lender stopped funding the project. An entity tied to Acier Holdings filed a lawsuit in New Jersey state court claiming the project’s lender Parkview Financial is undercapitalized and is failing to fund their project known as The Halo. The towers will become some of the tallest buildings in Newark, reshaping the city’s skyline.
WBGO launches a series of concerts at The Newark Public Library, in collaboration with Audible
Join WBGO on Wednesday, July 17th, in the courtyard of the Newark Main Library for some great After Work Jazz!. Renowned trumpeter Lee Hogans has played with industry giants such as Marcus Miller, Maceo Parker, Jay-Z, and Prince. His career includes tours with Jill Scott and The Jonas Brothers, and appearances on HBO’s Boardwalk Empire. In 2004, Lee formed Pursuance, a band blending jazz, hip-hop, and soul. Lee Hogans and Pursuance have performed at many prestigious venues including the Blue Note, and backed hip-hop legends Prodigy, Masta Ace, and more.
Pascack Hills football growing bigger and getting better | State of the Program
Pascack Hills has reached a state of growth. After three years in the Ivy Division, the Broncos are moving back to mainstream competition in the Super Football Conference's American Red. The promotion comes after back-to-back division titles and the Broncos' winningest season in more than four decades. For coach Evan Lampert, high finishes in...
BLM Paterson holds clinic to help people navigate the 'bureaucracy' of expungements
PATERSON — William Clark returned home to Paterson last December after spending more than four months in prison on a drug dealing conviction. Ever since, Clark said, he has been on a mission to get his record wiped clean so he can start his life over — this time on the right side...
Tuesday could be the hottest day of the year so far in North Jersey
If you thought the summer heat couldn't get any worse, you may unfortunately have been wrong. Heat index values could soar up to 104 degrees Tuesday, making it potentially the hottest day of the year so far, according to National Weather Service meteorologist Joe DeSilva. A heat advisory is in...
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