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Former Morris County baseball star selected by St. Louis Cardinals in MLB Draft
Jack Findlay’s big-game mentality and ability to perform when the stakes are high landed the former Roxbury High School pitcher on the biggest stage. The Notre Dame junior and Roxbury resident was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals with the No. 6 pick of the eighth round of the 2024 MLB Draft.
Public Notice: Independence Twp. Zoning Board of Appeals regular meeting agenda, Aug. 7, 2024
DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. Case #24-013, Brian Behrend, Petitioner, Requesting: Two (2) total variances, 1) An 8 foot front yard setback variance for the existing structure and 2) A 29.4 foot front setback variance for the addition to the home, both from Section 4.06(D), Table 4.06 of the Zoning Ordinance, 4811 Algonquin Blvd., Parcel #08-12-328-062, R-1A Single Family Residential.
Newton Town Council Honors Girl Scout for Her Gold Award
NEWTON, NJ—The Newton Town Council held their July meeting on Monday, July 15 at 7 p.m. and on the agenda was the reading and presentation of a special proclamation. The proclamation honored Ariel Franzone, a recent Newton High School graduate who has been part of Girl Scout Troop #5688 since kindergarten and has recently received her Gold Award. Franzone’s Gold Award Project was raising awareness about the challenges one may face with having Dyslexia and the resources that are available so that people do not have to struggle...as she did.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE...
Here's when students start and end the school year and get breaks in Monroe districts
When does the 2024-25 school year start and end? When are students in Monroe County on Thanksgiving, winter and spring breaks?. Here are the key dates for East Stroudsburg Area School District, Pleasant Valley School District, Pocono Mountain School District and Stroudsburg Area School District. First day of school. East...
Mahoney named principal with Gensler’s Morristown office
Gensler has named longtime architect Erin Mahoney as the latest principal in its Morristown office, touting her technical prowess and her more than 25 years of experience. The global design firm said Mahoney has been with its team since 2006 and focuses on a range of practice areas, including headquarters, building repositioning, media, technology and law firm workplaces. As technical director, Erin specializes in refining architectural processes and mitigating risk, which translates into established best practices and value for clients.
Kinnelon football intent on breaking through in 2024 | State of the Program
The 'win-now' mode is in full effect in Kinnelon. And based on traditional timeline expectations, third-year coach Dustin Grande is right on schedule. Since taking over at the Morris County school in 2022, Grande has spent his first two years establishing the foundation for a winning program. Last year, the...
Morris Township's Outdoor Concert Has Been Postponed Due to Weather
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Tonight's (July 17) concert in Morris Township has been postponed due to weather. A new date to see Hanover Wind will be announced by the Morris Township Parks and Recreation Department soon. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Get your local news delivered to your inbox for FREE each day. Sign up to get all the news as it happens at www.TAPinto.net/enews and follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MadisonTAP/ and on Twitter at @MadisonTAP to get all the news as it happens Celebrating Something Special? Showcase Your Wedding, Christening, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Graduation, Reunion and MORE on TAPinto Milestones For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Free Food Distribution for Any Morristown Resident in Need; July 18 and July 19
MORRISTOWN, NJ - The free food distribution will take place in Morristown on Thursday July 18 from 1pm - 2pm at Bishop Nazery Way (59 Spring Street in Morristown). An additional food distribution will take place on Friday July 19 in Parsippany, 299 Webro Road from 10:30am - 11:30am CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Sign up to get all the news as it happens at www.TAPinto.net/enews and follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MorristownTAP/ and on Twitter at @MorristownTAP and on Instagram at @tapintomorristown Download the TAPinto App! Click here for Android. Click here for iOS For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Tonight's Severe Thunderstorm Watch and Excessive Heat Warning Includes Morristown Area
MORRISTOWN, NJ - A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Morris County until 8pm, Wednesday July 17, according to the National Weather Service. A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 4pm, stated the weather authority. Some of the storms could be severe and produce heavy rainfall.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Tonight there may be showers and thunderstorms, mainly before midnight. Some of the storms could be severe and produce heavy rainfall. Low around 71. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of...
Wayne Police Officers on 'Paw Patrol' at the Wayne Education Foundation Summer Camp
WAYNE, NJ - The Wayne Education Foundation's Pre-K Camp was abuzz with excitement today as the Wayne Police Department paid a special visit to educate young campers about their role in community safety. The theme of the day, inspired by the popular children's show Paw Patrol, aimed to teach children about the various community helpers in Wayne. Officers from the Wayne PD arrived in their patrol car, complete with flashing lights and sirens, capturing the children's attention from the moment they arrived. Dressed in their official uniforms, the officers took the time to explain each piece of...
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...
Two Teens, One Man Charged In Fatal Jersey City Shooting: Prosecutor
A 21-year-old Paterson resident and two teenagers were arrested and charged last week with a fatal shooting that occurred in Jersey City in May, authorities said.On Friday, May 10, around 10 p.m., Jersey City police responded to a report of shots fired at Pearsall Avenue and Garfield Avenue, Hudson…
State funding sought for life sciences training in Roxbury
$50 million in state funding for life sciences training in Nubian Square hangs in the balance of legislative negotiations on an economic development bill. The partial funding for a $200 million development on the Blair parking lot was in the Massachusetts House version of the bill approved last month. The amendment was sponsored by Representatives John Moran of the South End and Chynah Tyler of Roxbury, who each represent sections of the square.
Hot July Sun Producing Peak Produce Yields
Recent heat waves, together with a series of sun-filled days with minimal rain has produced excellent conditions for growing fruits, berries, and other produce, according to Lakeside Farmers Market vendors in Greenwood Lake’s weekly Saturday venue at Winstanley Park on Windermere Ave. We met orchard representative, David, from Locust...
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...
Woodland Park Police Department Participates in Blue Envelope Program
WOODLAND PARK, NJ - As a way to help individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) gain more independence, the Woodland Park Police Department is participating in a program through the Passaic County Prosecutor's Office called the Blue Envelope program. The initiative aims to ensure officers are aware of their diagnosis during any future traffic stops. In the event of a traffic stop, this program helps officers quickly identify drivers with ASD and provides guidance on how best to communicate and interact with them.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Drivers who sign up for this free program will receive a blue envelope that explains their diagnosis and whether they are verbal or not. They will place copies of their driver's license, vehicle registration, insurance card, and a contact card with pertinent information in a blue envelope. The program packet also provides tips for ASD drivers on how to best interact with officers should their vehicle be stopped. Drivers on the spectrum can stop by police headquarters, 5 Brophy Lane, to pick up a program packet. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
18-Unit Apartment Building Planned For Hamilton Street
Autumn leaves will bring yet another applications for a Hamilton Street-based apartment building to the Planning Board. The Board on October 6 is scheduled to hear the application of Hamilton Street Management, which wants to build a three-story mixed-use building at 681-685 Hamilton Street. The 4,605-square-foot building is targeted for...
Surprises Inside – Take a Tour of New Jersey’s Strangest House
At first glance, this home looks straight out of a sci-fi movie, but it's not. If the outside is this intriguing, imagine what the inside looks like. This unusual house is in Harding Township (Morristown) in Morris County. 75 Sand Spring Rd. is the location of this 14,000-square-foot home sitting...
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Announces Historic Gift from Andrea and Anthony Melchiorre to Support New Cancer Center
(BPT) - Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (CBMC), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, has received a visionary gift of $30 million from Andrea and Anthony Melchiorre to support the new multidisciplinary standalone cancer center now under construction on the hospital campus in Livingston, New Jersey. The Melchiorre Cancer Center at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center will open in 2025.
Frelinghuysen BOE Approves 9.9% Tax Levy Increase to Fill Budget Gaps
On July 3, Frelinghuysen Township School’s (FTS) board of education met to approve a revised version of next year’s budget. The new budget, passed unanimously by attending board members, will see a tax levy increase of 9.9%. This is the maximum increase allowed by state law. On the...
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