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Test calling ISIS terrorists sparks trouble for NJ school superintendent
WAYNE — Parents are holding a school superintendent's feet to the fire after he apologized for a test question that called ISIS an Islamic terror group. The multiple choice question was part of a quiz in a seventh-grade class at Schuyler-Colfax Middle School in Wayne, according to the group Teaching While Muslim.
Wayne Interfaith Food Pantry Running Low on Supplies
WAYNE, NJ - The Wayne Interfaith Food Pantry, which serves over 160 food-challenged families and individuals in our town, is running low on supplies and shelves are emptying. This all-volunteer local organization needs residents' support year round, but sometimes they need it more. This is one of those times. With many residents vacationing in July out of town, usual donations are down. But, in town or out of town, donating funds directly to the WIN Food Pantry allows their volunteers to go shopping for exactly what's needed. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Or, to...
Wayne YMCA members worried about township's 'bold adventure' to acquire facility
WAYNE — YMCA members expressed concerns Wednesday over a plan by officials to buy the nearly 50-year-old facility on Pike Drive, with many telling the Township Council that they were worried about losing access to their favorite classes and instructors they adore. Some brought up an issue of affordability,...
YouTube stunt influencer busted in string of NJ crimes
A reckless social media stunt driver has now been linked to a string of New Jersey burglaries by Fairfield police. Antonio Ginestri — who goes by the handle "Squeeze.Benz" on both Instagram and YouTube — was first arrested in May and now faces new charges in different crimes.
2024 Orange County Fair Guide: Enter To Win Tickets
The Orange County Fair in Middletown, NY, has long been a cherished tradition, blending the nostalgia of county fairs with the vibrant community spirit in Orange County. The 2024 Orange County Fair marks the 184th fair and runs from July 18th through July 28th at the Orange County Fairgrounds in Middletown, New York.
21-Year-Old Highland Township Man Tragically Drowns in Townsend Lake, Independence Township
A Highland Township man, aged 21, tragically drowned while swimming at Townsend Lake in Independence Township, according to the Oakland County Sheriff's Office. The man, whose name has not been released, was reported to have been swimming with a friend on Tuesday afternoon when he failed to resurface after going underwater. The sheriff's deputies responded to the scene around 1:40 p.m., as reported by CBS News Detroit.
SUNY RCC president got payout to leave college: See details of separation deal
SUFFERN ‒ Former SUNY Rockland Community College President Lester Edgardo Sandres Rápalo got $175,000, plus a payout for 24 unused vacation and 4.5 sick days, in a deal to leave his leadership post, according to a settlement obtained by lohud via a Freedom of Information request. The lump-sum compensation was roughly 70% of his $250,000 base salary.
Raymond C. Vetosky
Raymond C. Vetosky, a lifetime resident and retired dairy farmer, died on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at Montgomery Nursing Home. He was 92. The son of John and Anna Kepko Vetosky, he was born in their homestead in South Centerville on June 30, 1932. He was the last of his...
SO CLOSE: Red Bulls II edge Orlando City B in PKs, 8-7
MONTCLAIR, N.J. – Red Bulls II defeated Orlando City B in a shootout, 8-7, after playing to a 1-1 draw in an MLS NEXT Pro match at MSU Soccer Park on the campus of Montclair State University on Sunday evening. After Nabilal Kibunguchy sent Orlando City B’s ninth penalty...
Andrew Antona
Andrew Antona, of Middletown, NY passed away on Sunday July 14, 2024, at Garnet Health Medical Center after a short illness. He was 55. He was born on October 24, 1968, to Piero and Mary Irene (DeGarmo) Antona in Goshen, NY, the youngest of five children. Drew grew up on...
Wallkill man sentenced in 2022 murder-for-hire plot to kill neighbor
GOSHEN - A town of Wallkill man convicted of murder and other charges after he allegedly hired a hit man to kill his neighbor was sentenced Thursday in Orange County Court to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler announced the sentence for Enoch Lowe, 25, of Wallkill. ...
Sauce Gardner gets scared off the golf course by coyote, misses chance to break scoring milestone
We interrupt our British Open coverage—especially since all signs point to it being over—to bring you a celebrity golf update. Sauce Gardner appeared on his way to breaking a scoring milestone. Until a bit of wildlife got in his way. The New York Jets star—and our new favorite...
Sparta football aims to keep playoff streak going in 2024 | State of the Program
An early-season slide to begin last season slowed Sparta, but the Spartans finished the year as a championship contender once again. Sparta lost to a division opponent for the first time in several years to begin last season, falling to Lakeland to end a 36-game winning streak within the division. The Spartans continued to struggle after that, crawling to a 1-5 record by mid-October.
West Orange Town Council Meets to Choose a Chief Operating Officer & a Chief Financial Officer
WEST ORANGE, NJ — West Orange town council members had a scheduled a special meeting on July 17 to interview two potential Chief Operating Officers (COO) and to discuss an interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Council President Bill Rutherford and member Asmeret Ghebremicael were unable to attend the meeting. Sue Scarpa said she couldn’t vote for anyone because she had just received the CFO’s info. Michelle Casalino agreed that they needed to interview the CFO candidate. Tammy Williams concurred, and all three of them were concerned about voting without their absent colleagues.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR...
Additional Charges Filed Against Driver in Weehawken Crash
WEEHAWKEN, NJ – The Hudson County Regional Collision Investigation Unit has filed additional charges against Luis Tubac-Socoy, a 25-year-old Passaic resident, following a motor vehicle crash in Weehawken on Friday,…
Ridgewood Water Rewarded by NJDEP for PFAS Reduction Efforts
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Standing at the future site of their new perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) water treatment plant, Ridgewood Water accepted an award from the NJ Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) recognizing their efforts to eliminate contaminants. "We are so excited to be the first recipients of this award," said Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos. "Ridgewood Water has become a national leader in maintaining the highest level of safe drinking water, which is why we are spending $150 million to rid our water of PFAS chemicals, at a time when few other communities have begun to look...
Montclair Pride: Spreading Love and Strength in Our Community
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER In light of the recent anti-LGBTQIA+ events that have taken place in our community – the stealing of the Pride Flag and the bomb threat prior to Drag Story Hour at the Montclair Public Library – we, the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Montclair, wanted to send out this letter as a reminder of the strength that is found when we come together. Our congregation had the honor of hosting a booth for Montclair Pride this past June, and the joy and the beauty and the love that we...
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