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NJ study: Are we creating a gambling problem for our kids?
It's shocking how young people are when they're first exposed to gambling, according to folks behind new research out of The College of New Jersey and the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey. The issue is only expected to worsen, given the ability to wager right on a phone...
Revs Suffer Rare Series Loss, Complete Blockbuster Trade
(July 7, 2024 – York, Pa.): The York Revolution dropped their second straight on Sunday as the Staten Island FerryHawks seemed to have an answer at every turn, as York fell 8-7 in the rubber match at WellSpan Park, dropping their first series since early June, and first home series since mid-May.
Team Lightning Melious Gold 17U Showcased Dominance with Two Victories
Day two of the Second Annual International Showcase proved to be quite successful for the Team Lightning Melious Gold 17U squad, as it captured two victories on the day at St. Thersea on Staten Island. In game one, Lighting Gold took down the ML Gators, 67-48. Emma Sollene drained a...
Asbury Park African-American Music Project Hosts Free Jazz Concert Series
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Asbury Park African-American Music Project, Inc. (AP-AMP) is hosting a free concert series, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Asbury Park through jazz music. The concerts will be held every Tuesday, starting on July 9, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at The Blackbird Commons, located at 131 Atkins Ave, Asbury Park, NJ 07712. The mission of AP-AMP is to share the music, cultural heritage, and stories of Springwood Avenue through oral histories, research, writing, and engaging programs. By developing accessible resources that reflect Asbury Park’s African-American music heritage, AP-AMP aims...
Water and sewer rates will almost double in this Middlesex County town. Here's why
MILLTOWN - The price of water may be boiling over in the borough. Borough residents and businesses will see a 90% spike in water/sewer bills at least in the fourth quarter billing to offset a $344,000 shortfall. The increase equates to $150.25 per household, borough officials said. If the increase...
Staten Island FerryHawks start 2nd half with big win
YORK, Pa. --- The Staten Island FerryHawks came out swinging and pitching to start the second half with an 11-1 defeat of the first-half winner York Revolution Saturday in Atlantic League action. A dominant Christian Capuano returned to the mound to lead Staten Island (31-33) to an 11-1 win. The...
Local bowler, who fired back-to-back 300s last year, hopes to get back on lanes after cancer diagnosis
The news came out of the blue like a gutter ball in a professional bowling tournament. Staten Island bowler Arthur Favors said his doctor’s face turned white as a ghost when he walked into the room and said he needed to admit him to the hospital as soon as possible. The doctor said something about cancer, and Favors’ world changed in an instant.
FDNY responds to overnight commercial building fire in Travis
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Twelve FDNY units and 60 fire and EMS personnel responded to a box truck fire inside a commercial building in Travis Saturday night. The blaze was reported at 515 Wild Ave., between West Service Road and Victory Boulevard, around 10:58 p.m., according to an FDNY spokesperson.
Sentencing Scheduled for Former Piscataway Wrestling Coach
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ -- Sentencing of John Denuto, a former special education teacher at Sayreville Middle School and former wrestling coach at Piscataway High School and numerous other schools and organizations, is scheduled for this week. Denuto, 46, of Spotswood pleaded guilty to Endangering the Welfare of a Child and other offenses on April 14, 2023. Denuto was originally scheduled to be sentenced by the Honorable Benjamin S. Bucca, J.S.C., on Sept. 8, 2023, but there have been several legal delays.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Prosecutors said Denuto exploited his position as both...
State Theatre recognizes NAI DiLeo-Bram, DiLeo Family Foundation at annual gala
This year’s State Theatre New Jersey Annual Benefit Gala honored NAI DiLeo-Bram & Co. and the DiLeo Family foundation, in addition to Middlesex County Administrator John Pulomena, while featuring headliner Jay Leno. Pictured with Leno (center) are (from left) NAIDB Principal and Business Manager Eric Bram Johnston, Lou Haszu, NAIDB Principal and Business Manager Rob DiLeo and NAIDB Managing Director and Principal Chris Galiano. — Photo by Jeffrey Auger Photography/Courtesy: State Theatre.
The Week Ahead in Franklin/Somerset: July 8 to July 12
SOMERSET, NJ - Here's a look at some municipal, business, and recreational events going on this week in the Township of Franklin and some events of interest nearby. You can submit events directly to TAPinto by clicking HERE and creating a free account. Then click the "Submit Content" button on the upper right side of the front page, where you will be brought to a menu, to submit events. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Monday, July 8 Drop-in Chess for Adults We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play! TAP here for more details. Beginner YogaDOWNLOAD THE FREE...
NJ shore town enforcing huge fine for parents of uncooperative teens
POINT PLEASANT BEACH — This Ocean County borough is taking its 10 p.m. curfew seriously, starting now. Ahead of July 4, the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department is warning residents on Facebook that it'll be enforcing several ordinances regarding the "ongoing issue of unaccompanied juveniles in town." And it's...
Man, 34, hospitalized when fireworks burst during party at N.J. borough’s park
A 34-year-old man was hospitalized following a Saturday evening unofficial fireworks display at a Somerset County park, according to police. The man was attending a block party at Cooper Street Park in Manville when an “improvised fireworks device” exploded, injuring the man in his upper body, local police said on Sunday.
Two people sought for slashing man inside Central Park
The NYPD has released security camera images of two people wanted for a slashing in Central ParkPolice say the suspects approached a man on Saturday morning and got into an argument with him.That's when the pair began to slash the victim several times with knives.The suspects then ran away, heading westbound on west 66th street.The 42-year-old victim was taken to Mount Sinai West Hospital in stable condition.New surveillance video shows the duo exiting a subway station.Anyone with information should contact police.ALSO READ | Person of interest in custody in Central Park sex assault: sourcesKemberly Richardson has more on the person of interest in the recent sexual assault of a woman in Central Park.----------* Get Eyewitness News Delivered* More New York City news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts* Follow us on YouTubeSubmit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
Heat wave continues with soaring temps Monday
Heat wave continuesA Heat Advisory is in effect for most of the New York City area from noon on Monday until 8 p.m. Tuesday. Temperatures will feel like 95-104 degrees. This is our second heat wave of 2024. Monday forecastA warm, sticky morning followed by hot and very humid conditions in the afternoon. A stray shower or rumble of thunder is possible. Highs will be in the low 90s, but it will feel more like 95. Tonight, a stray shower or rumble is possible. It will be warm and very humid with lows in the 70s and 60s. TuesdayHot and vert humid with isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs will be around 90, but it will feel like 95+. WednesdayHot and very humid again with scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 80s, but feeling like 95. ThursdayVery humid again with scattered thunderstorms and downpours. Highs in the mid to upper 80s, but feeling like the low 90s.FridayVery humid with a continued chance of storms. Highs in the mid 80s.First Alert Weather mapsLive Tri-State Area radarLive Long Island radarLive NYC northern suburbs radarLive Jersey Shore radarTri-State temperatures
It’s Here! Final Steps for Multi-Million Dollar Project on Route 9
A massive project in the Hudson Valley is nearing completion, and it will allow pedestrians and cyclists on Route 9 access to New York City like never before. Across New York State, there are countless initiatives meant to encourage non-motorized travel. In the Mid-Hudson Valley, local organizations are hard at work to complete the connection of 60 miles of trails that would create a continuous path from Kingston, NY to Port Jervis, NY. The project further south, however, may be even more ambitious.
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