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This Passaic County town will serenade local shoppers with summer concert series
HAWTHORNE — A series of outdoor concerts will take place this summer as officials continue to try to support downtown merchants in more creative ways. The six musical acts, which begin Saturday afternoon on the grounds of the Louis Bay 2nd Library & Community Center on Lafayette Avenue, will mark the latest attempt by the borough to charm new clientele to the business district. ...
Stafford Restaurant Owners Arrested in Connection With Money Laundering Scheme
The owners of an eatery in the Beach Haven West section of Stafford Township were arrested in connection with a money laundering investigation, according to a statement released by the West Milford Police Department on July 10. Assisted by seven law enforcement agencies in New Jersey and New York, including...
Phillipsburg's Ethan Burke Restores Abilities of Northwest NJ Greenhouse for Eagle Scout Project
WASHINGTON, NJ - Abilities of Northwest Jersey, Inc.'s Mary Apgar Center in Washington, NJ, celebrated a special event honoring Ethan Burke of Phillipsburg, NJ, and Boy Scout Troop 54 on Monday, July 15, 2024. Burke’s 2024 Eagle Scout Project involved rebuilding a dilapidated greenhouse at the center, which provided valuable training opportunities for many of the facility's residents.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "We are truly grateful that Ethan chose our greenhouse, as it is a wonderful training opportunity for so many who are served at that location. We look forward to thanking Ethan and...
Hanover Township's Mayor Gallagher Hosts Coalition Meeting to Solve Local Flooding Issues
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - Local Mayors from East Hanover, Morris Township, Florham Park and Parsippany joined Hanover Township Mayor Thomas 'Ace' Gallagher at a working lunch meeting on July 17th to further strategize their efforts to stop the repeated flooding that occurs in the Whippany River watershed every time there is a heavy rain. Congresswoman Mikie Sherill joined the group, presenting a check for $500,000 which will be used to start targeted removal of trees and other snag hazards from the Whippany River watershed. The towns have already used grant money (from previous awards) to hire Colliers Engineering...
Homes near Paterson Great Falls will have lead paint removed as part of $2M project
New Jersey Development Corporation Chief Executive Officer, Bob Guarasci, spreaks in front of Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh at the Great Falls National Historical Park. Monday, November 8, 2021 © Kevin R. Wexler/NorthJersey.com.
Port Jervis wrestler Charlie Wylie takes home Fargo Nationals title
Minisink Valley's PJ Duke, left, wrestles Saugerties' Isaiah Hockx in the Section 9 Div. I championships in Central Valley, NY on February 10, 2024. ALLYSE PULLIAM/For the Times Herald-Record © ALLYSE PULLIAM/For the Times Herald-Record , ALLYSE PULLIAM/For the Times Herald-Record.
5K Run to Hit the Streets in Morristown Thursday Night; Road Closures in Effect
MORRISTOWN, NJ - The annual Verizon 5K will be coming to Morristown this Thursday July 18 at 7:30pm. Want to participate? Register HERECLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Want to avoid the area, see the map of the course below: For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
NPS: 79th person since 1980 drowns in Upper Delaware River with no life jacket
A man who was rafting on the Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River (UPDE) went for a swim but became the 79th drowning victim in the Upper Delaware since the National Park Service started keeping record in 1980. UPDE Superintendent Lindsey Kurnath reported to the Upper Delaware Council on July...
Decades-old auto parts store in Southern New Jersey abruptly demolished
Here's another case of "here today, gone tomorrow" in South Jersey. A decades-old auto parts store right in the heart of Gloucester County is quickly being reduced to rubble. That store is the old Pep Boys right off of the corner of the Black Horse Pike and Ganttown Road in Turnersville, Washington Township.
Main Intersection in North Caldwell Getting New Traffic Light Installed
NORTH CALDWELL, NJ -- Essex County will be installing a traffic light at the intersection of Mountain Avenue, Gould Avenue and Knollwood Drive this week. Construction for the installation of the new traffic light is underway. This project is part of ongoing efforts to enhance road safety and improve traffic flow in North Caldwell.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER North Caldwell police say that there may be periods of time when traffic will be delayed due to the necessary work being done at the intersection. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Sergeant Sanchez’s Vigilance Leads to DUI Arrest on East Blackwell Street
DOVER — On Saturday, June 29th, 2024, at approximately 2:10 a.m., Sergeant Boris Sanchez was parked in the front parking lot of Dover Dodge, 160 E Blackwell Street, monitoring vehicular traffic on East Blackwell Street. Shortly after that, he heard the sound of a car horn, drawing his attention...
10,000th blood donation expected Saturday
New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS) will host a blood drive from 7:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Saturday, July 20 at the Saint Kateri Parish, 427 Stanhope Ave., Sparta. The drive will celebrate the parish’s 10,000th blood donation since it began hosting blood drives with NJBS more than two decades ago.
ESU Cross Country Adds 12 Student-Athletes For Upcoming Season
EAST STROUDSBURG – East Stroudsburg University head men's and women's cross country coach Adam Mengel has announced the addition of 12 student-athletes ahead of the 2024 season. The men's squad added four student-athletes while the women's team welcomed eight new faces. "I'm excited to welcome our newest class of...
Montville Township High School SAC President Ava Failla Asks Peers to Make a Difference
MONTVILLE, NJ – “The most important lesson I have learned in high school is having confidence and believing in yourself. If you don't believe in yourself, no one else will.” Those are the words of Ava Failla. Failla served as the Montville Township High School [MTHS] Class of 2024 Student Activities Counsel [SAC] President. During the MTHS graduation ceremony on Thursday, June 20, 2024, Failla was one of four student speakers. Her remarks to the Class of 2024 focused on the most important lessons she learned during her four years as an MTHS student in the Montville...
Gensler elevates industry veteran to principal
Gensler’s Morristown office said Monday that Erin Mahoney has been appointed principal. Mahoney, who served as technical director, specializes in refining architectural processes and mitigating risk, which translates into establishing best practices and value for clients across the firm. Having been with the firm since 2006, Mahoney brings more...
Kinnelon Colts Football: Parents Night Out
KINNELON, NJ - Kinnelon Colts Football Team is hosting a "Parents Night Out" silent auction fundraiser. Dinner, drinks, and dancing will be included in the fun night of August 23rd at St. Anthony Padua [65 Bartholdi Ave Butler, NJ]. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Doors will open at 7 pm. Purchase your tickets by scanning the code found on Kinnelon Colts Football Instagram page (@kinneloncoltsfootball). $85 for dinner, beer, and wine included. $100 for dinner, beer, wine, plus 3 drink tickets. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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