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Help solve the mystery of missing Bayville, NJ, man
An Ocean County man is missing and may be in danger. His family is desperately trying to find him. This is the story of Anthony M. Reyes. Anthony Reyes is a 36-year-old man who disappeared on June 28th from his home on Serpentine Drive East near Bayville. His family believes he could be in danger.
Two Winning $10K Lottery Tickets Sold In Ocean County
OCEAN COUNTY – Two lottery tickets that were drawn on Sunday each won $10,000, officials said. The $10,000 winning ticket for Power 20X was purchased at the Acme #295 located at Route 35 and 37 in Ortley Beach. The second winning $10,000 ticket was for Wild Cash and was...
Edison Man Charged in Connection With Fatal Stabbing
EDISON, NJ — Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Thomas Bryan of the Edison Police Department announced today that Joan Franklin Polanco, 37, of Edison, has been charged in connection with the fatal stabbing that occurred in Edison on July 21, 2024. On July 21, 2024, at approximately...
New Jersey Wawa Sells for $6.5 Million
A brand-new convenience and fueling store that is linked in the minds of many with trips to the Jersey Shore has changed hands as a Wawa in Ocean County officially has new owners. Marcus & Millichap, a commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, recently announced the sale...
New Egypt Speedway cancels racing events to mourn longtime boss
Tributes have been pouring in for a New Jersey man who was general manager at a popular car racing venue in Ocean County. Joseph “Joey” Liquori died after a medical emergency on Wednesday at the age of 60, his family confirmed. Liquori was the GM of New Egypt...
Howell, NJ ex-police chief sentenced for workplace affair cover-up
HOWELL — A former Monmouth County police chief who served his community for nearly three decades has been sentenced for lying to investigators about a scandalous affair with a subordinate. Andrew Kudrick, 50, was sentenced to two years of probation in Superior Court in Monmouth County on Friday. The...
New stores and experiences are coming soon to a popular NJ mall
A popular New Jersey mall is undergoing a transformation. Sports and health lovers will like some of the new additions. New developments are coming to a Monmouth County mall. Freehold Raceway Mall is transforming with a new painting and lighting project. The refresh is just the beginning. The retail center...
Driver dies days after I-287 crash in Middlesex County
A 73-year-old Somerset County man died of his injuries five days after a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 287 in Piscataway, authorities said. Bill Schocklin was driving south near milepost 8.8 at about 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday when when his car veered off the highway, struck a guard rail and overturned, according to State Police.
N.J. motorcyclist killed in Garden State Parkway crash
A 46-year-old motorcyclist was killed in crash on the southbound Garden State Parkway in Monmouth County on Sunday night, officials said. Jason Ball was riding south in Tinton Falls at about 9:35 p.m. when he lost control of the motorcycle while attempting to leave the Parkway at Exit 102, State Police said.
Atlantic City, New Jersey Announces 1st Time Homeowner Lottery
Atlantic City, New Jersey Mayor Marty Small has announced the creation of a 1st time homeowners lottery, that will change the lives of the lucky winners. Each selected lottery winner will have the opportunity to purchase a new $ 400,000 home for approximately 1/2 price. The homes will be located...
Tyler Phillips emotional from seeing Phanatic during Phillies debut: 'Used to chase him as a kid'
26-year-old Lumberton, New Jersey native and now Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Tyler Phillips talk about playing for his hometown team and how the Phanatic got him emotional during his first game.
Where to catch bus tour with free backpacks, school supplies in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- It might be the middle of summer, but it's not too early to think about getting back to school in Philadelphia.Across the city, clinics are already accepting School District of Philadelphia students who need to get up to date on their vaccinations and their physicals — and starting on July 29, the first of several free school supply giveaways will help get students ready to go back to school.This is Ring the Bell PHL, the school district's back-to-school welcome tour starting in the summer. The Ring the Bell PHL bus tour is making multiple stops across the...
Where Rutgers football ranks in preseason Big Ten poll, Scarlet Knights star earns honor
Rutgers football has been on the rise in recent seasons, and its spot in the USA TODAY Network Big Ten preseason media poll reflects that. The Scarlet Knights were picked to finish 10th in the new-look Big Ten, which has expanded to 18 teams with the additions of USC, UCLA, Oregon and Washington. Rutgers...
Join Kenny K & the Way Tonight for a Free Concert
SAYREVILLE - Join fellow borough residents as Kenny K & The Way will be performing at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23. at Kennedy Park, 807 Washington Road, for a two-hour show. The event is part of the borough's "Tuesday Tunes in the Park" series.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Kenny K originates from Asbury Park, where he learned the craft from other musicians and other music industry professionals. He taught himself how to strum the guitar. Although Kenny never saw himself as a musician, that all changed one night upon performing at an open-mic night. It was there, through the encouragement from the crowd, when “Kenny K & The Way” was born. Kenny’s style includes welcoming other performers and singers from other groups, enabling him to be inclusive and experimental with new music. Learn more about the band here. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
NJ Restaurant Meximodo Awarded World Record for Largest Variety of Agave Spirits Available
Meximodo, a bar and restaurant in Metuchen specializing in agave spirits has been awarded the Guinness World Records title for the Most Varieties of Agave Spirits Commercially Available in a Bar-Restaurant in the world. This outstanding achievement will be officially recognized on National Tequila Day, Wednesday, July 24, at 3:30 p.m., with a presentation ceremony taking place on the plaza in the center of downtown Metuchen, directly in front of the restaurant.
Farm animals rescued after trailer crashes into Readington barn
READINGTON – Stanton Road was closed for about nine hours on Monday after the trailer of an 18-wheeler broke free from its tractor and overturned, crashing into a barn. Readington police were dispatched to the scene of the accident around 7:40 a.m. in the 100 block of Stanton Road, according to the Readington Police Department. ...
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