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New Jersey Best “Hole in the Wall” Restaurant is One of the Best in the US
In a recent article, I read from lovefood.com, they did the number one "hole in the wall" restaurant in each state in the US. It's crazy to see so many "hole in the wall" restaurants that are truly delicious. I remember growing up in Pennsylvania and there were so many...
NJ woman dies weeks after hit-and-run, police ask for public’s help
ABERDEEN — Law enforcement has asked for the public’s help, as the victim of a local hit and run early last month has now died. Aberdeen Police responded the evening of Sept. 4 to the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Second Street, where they found a 58-year-old pedestrian lying in the road.
Fugitive on NJ’s most wanted list, charged with Ocean County attempted murder, caught in NYC
A fugitive who was charged in connection to an attempted murder in Ocean County well over a decade ago is now in custody. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer and Col. Patrick Callahan with the New Jersey State Police say on Wednesday, 40-year-old Marciano Sanchez, whose last known address was in Queens, NY, was captured by the NJSP Fugitive Unit and the NY/NJ United States Marshals Service Regional Fugitive Task Force.
Cranford’s Anthony Carbone Featured on NBC’s “George to the Rescue”
CRANFORD, NJ – If you were watching NBC at 5:30 a.m. last Saturday, you would have seen Anthony Carbone of TimberRidge Construction on “George to the Rescue,” the renovation show for deserving people facing challenges. In his third appearance on the show, Carbone teamed up with George Oliphant and a designer to renovate Your Kind of Cuts, a business in Nutley that describes itself as “a sensory sensitivities, special needs” hair salon. They reached out to him last February, but it took until July to get the permits needed to renovate. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe...
NJ high school football player recovering after collapsing during game
ELIZABETH — An Edison New Jersey high school football player who collapsed on the field during a game Friday night in Elizabeth has returned home from the hospital after tests came back normal. According to the St. Thomas Aquinas High School Facebook page, one of its players, Chase Young,...
One of N.J.’s largest school districts dropped its transgender policy with no public debate, critics say
The Edison Township Board of Education dropped its policy protecting transgender students from being outed to their parents by school staff in a vote this week that several advocacy groups said lacked any input from the public. The policy, known as 5756, says school staff are not required to notify...
Seven most expensive homes sold in the Plainfield area, Sept. 16-29
A house in Plainfield that sold for $630,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Plainfield area between Sep. 16 and Sep. 29. In total, seven residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past two weeks, with an average price of $394,571. The average price per square foot ended up at $284.
Cranford football grinds out 'gut-check' win in back-and-forth battle at Rahway
(This story was updated to add new information and quotes.) RAHWAY -- You know what kind of game it is when a coach uses a Rocky quote. Cranford’s Erik Rosenmeier pulled out an it’s about how hard a team can get hit and keep coming back reference following the Cougars’ 14-13 win Friday...
Gun Surrender Program in Summit, NJ: Safe Disposal Event
SUMMIT, NJ -- The Summit Police Department will be participating in a countywide gun surrender program on Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., according to the City. In a collective effort to reduce gun violence and enhance community safety, the initiative aims to provide a safe and anonymous opportunity for residents to dispose of unwanted firearms, ammunition and prescription drugs.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERResidents can bring any unwanted firearms, regardless of condition, to Summit police headquarters at 512 Springfield Avenue for disposal. Law enforcement officers will be onsite to collect the firearms safely and dispose of them properly. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Plainfield cruises past Franklin following bye week - Football recap
Plainfield came out of its bye week flying as it defeated Franklin 34-2 in Somerset. Plainfield (3-2) took a 27-0 lead into halftime before adding another touchdown in the third quarter. Plainfield has outscored its opponents 123-2 in its three wins, coming off a 41-0 victory against Perth Amboy on...
The Editorial Staff at Mashed.com Select New Jersey’s Best Diner
So I do have to go on record saying we have more than just one diner that is among the best in the nation. Many of our great diners can hold their own to any in America. According to Google AI Overview, "New Jersey is known as the diner capital of the world and has more diners than any other state in the United States." It's estimated that New Jersey has over 500 diners around the state.
21 NJ Shoprite’s Will Be Getting A New Robot Assistant In The Aisles
Living in the 21st Century has its perks; for example, we have cars that can parallel park themselves, we have all of the information on the planet available to us basically 24/7, and we have so many flavors of ice cream it can almost be overwhelming. But sometimes I feel...
Man pleads guilty to shoplifting beer, supplies from CVS on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — An Annadale man has pleaded guilty in connection with a brazen daytime theft at a drug store in Dongan Hills. Mark Roccki, 43, of North Railroad Street, pleaded guilty to petit larceny and was sentenced to nine months in jail for the incident, according to prosecutors.
City of Rahway and Union County Bringing Spirit of Halloween to Those with Disabilities & Special Needs
RAHWAY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners and City of Rahway invite residents with disabilities and special needs, ages 13 and older, to attend the Annual Halloween Bash on Friday, October 18, from 6-8 p.m. The free event will be held at the Rahway Recreation Center, located at 275 East Milton Avenue in Rahway.The Halloween Bash will include games, dancing, and a Haunted House. Attendees are asked to wear Halloween costumes for a chance to win prizes in the costume contest. Light refreshments will also be provided. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE...
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