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New Yorkers may notice subtle difference in tap water taste during aqueduct repair project
For years, New York City has won praise for the quality and taste of our water.It comes from reservoirs in Croton, Catskill, and Delaware.But now, repairs to the system that brings that water into our homes and businesses may require some of it to come from another source.That means not only our water may taste different, but the work may impact the taste of our world-famous pizza and bagels as well.Both of them credit our water for making them delicious.Beginning next month, the Department of Environmental Protection will alter New York City's water source to rely more on the Croton...
Sayreville dedicates performing arts center to Jon Bon Jovi
There was a big honor for New Jersey icon Jon Bon Jovi in Sayreville on Tuesday afternoon.Sayreville Public Schools dedicated its performing arts center to the iconic rocker."You are writing the story of your life," said Jovi.The singer was born in Perth Amboy and then went to high school in Metuchen before he transferred to Sayreville for high school his junior and senior years."I missed my senior prom because I was over opening for Southside Johnny at Freehold Raceway," said Jovi.Jovi attended Sayreville High School, where he performed for the first time live on stage in a talent competition and...
Here’s where you can find great live music at the Jersey Shore
🎵 There are many Jersey Shore bars that offer great live and local music. 🎵 The music doesn't stop just because summer is over. 🎵 Here are 13 bars to catch live music at the shore this fall. The weekends in New Jersey are a great time...
Central Bucks Again Talking About Closing Linden Elementary School
DOYLESTOWN, PA—It looks like Linden Elementary School is back on the chopping block as the Central Bucks School District works on a plan to revamp its aging buildings.At a meeting last week, the district’s Operations Committee reviewed plans to tackle eight of the district’s 15 elementary school buildings. At a meeting last week, the district’s Operations Committee reviewed plans to tackle eight of the district’s 15 elementary school buildings. The eight schools discussed are Barclay, Buckingham, Doyle, Gayman, Kutz, Linden, Titus and Warwick.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER“We know these buildings are in bad shape,”...
Hitting History: NJ Department of Transportation Provides Update on Route 18 Upgrades
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) project to widen and upgrade Route 18 to a four-mile length in East Brunswick has reached its midway point. Or has it?At the East Brunswick Township council meeting on Monday, September 23, Council President kevin McEvoy asked representatives from the NJDOT just that question. “Are we half-way through?”CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER“Close to it,” was the reply from the NJDOT.About 15 representatives from the state agency attended the meeting to explain the current status of the project on the heavily-travelled...
Red Bank Zoning Board to Review Garage Construction
RED BANK, NJ: The Red Bank Zoning Board will hold a hybrid (online and in-person), meeting on Thursday, October 3, 6:30pm. A public workshop will begin at 6:00pm.At the upcoming Red Bank Zoning Board meeting, two agenda items will be reviewed:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERFisher Place Garage ProposalApplicants Tamberly and Stephen Zacks are proposing the construction of a detached two-car garage on their Fisher Place property. The new garage will be 18 feet tall, covering 580 square feet, and will be located in front of their homeRiverside Avenue Development Originally scheduled for review, the application by Milelli...
Marbelous Mr Marbles to Appear at Catsbury Park's Annual Cat Convention
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Catsbury Park rescue has announced that the beloved Marbelous Mr Marbles will be joining its annual Cat Convention this year. The Catsbury Park Cat Convention, a celebration of all things feline, will take place on October 5 at Bellworks from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.Hosted by Catsbury Park, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization based in Asbury Park, NJ, this event is a must for cat lovers, with all proceeds going to support Catsbury Park Inc. and partnered charities. In addition to Marbelous Mr Marbles, the event will feature a special appearance by Hannah...
Early Addition: The tap water is going to taste weird for a bit
Because we have to switch reservoirs while the main aqueduct gets fixed, here are your early links: Blue lobster spotted in a grocery store tanks, wedding in the Adams orbit, transition lenses are cool now and more. [ more › ]
National Park Service Approves Plans for New Athletic Fields at Thomas A. Edison Park
EDISON, NJ - The National Park Service has approved the county’s plan for the Thomas A. Edison Park, including the construction of new fields, playgrounds, bike pathways and more. The NPS has issued a Finding of No Significant Impact, meaning the project will have no major effect on the quality of the environment.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “This new and improved park is designed for the enjoyment of County residents and visitors, to foster and address the growth of athletics and public recreation for generations to come,” said Middlesex County Commissioner Ronald Rios in...
Here’s how to recycle pizza boxes once new compost rules go into effect in NYC
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- There are few things more synonymous with New York City than pizza. For decades, New Yorkers have been recycling the thousands and thousands of pizza boxes used to carry slices throughout the five boroughs. Residents can still do so, but they’ll want to ensure their pizza...
NYC first responders help with Hurricane Helene rescue efforts in NC
NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) – New York City’s first responders have been sent to North Carolina to support Hurricane Helene recovery efforts. New York – Task Force 1, a combination of FDNY firefighters, NYPD police and Emergency Management personnel, were sent to North Carolina on Thursday by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. And they’ve done […]
Did NYC experience fewer spotted lanternflies this year?
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Has all of our squishing and stomping paid off?. You might have noticed fewer spotted lanternflies on Staten Island in other parts of New York City this year, and some experts thank us for stomping, trapping and squishing them in an effort to protect the state’s environment.
Odd Ways to Tell If We Will Have a Bad Winter in New York
There are some unconventional ways to tell if there's going to be a bad winter or not in New York. I always dread the upcoming season change and I have been really, really, really dreading fall and winter since September 1st rolled around. I wish I was one of those people who liked and embraced the change, but I fight it with every once of my body. There are a lot of people around here who don't like the cold either and dread what the next 6 months are going to look like.
Unsafe conditions and over $1M in questionable spending at NYC affordable housing complexes, audit finds
An audit released by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli on Tuesday found unsafe conditions and over $1 million in questionable spending at three affordable housing complexes.
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