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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.
21-year-old Oakland County man drowns in Townsend Lake
OAKLAND Mich.— A Highland Township man drowned while swimming in Townsend Lake in Independence Township. The 21-year-old man was swimming with a friend when he unexpectedly went underwater and did not come back up. The Oakland County Sheriff's Search and Rescue Team was dispatched to the incident around 1:40...
21-year-old drowns in Townsend Lake, sheriff addresses recent spike in drownings
The victim, a 21-year-old man of Highland Township, was swimming in the lake with a friend when he went underwater but didn’t resurface, the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office said.
Orange Bank & Trust hires new trust officer
MIDDLETOWN- Orange Bank & Trust Company (the “Bank”), the banking subsidiary of Orange County Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company” – Nasdaq: OBT), is pleased to announce that Cynthia Hand, Esq. has joined the Bank’s Trust Services Division as Vice President and Trust Officer in Goshen.
21-year-old man drowns while swimming in Oakland County lake
INDEPENDENCE TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A 21-year-old Highland Township man drowned Tuesday, July 16, while swimming in Townsend Lake in Independence Township. According to authorities, he was swimming with a friend when he unexpectedly went underwater and did not surface. The Oakland County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Team was sent out just after 1:30 p.m. Divers reportedly found the man about 100 feet from short in about 20 feet of water at about 2 p.m. He was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
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...
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...
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
Traffic Alert : Little Road/Tabor Road Work in Morris Plains Over Next Few Days
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ - Attention motorists.... there will be maintenance on Littleton Road/Tabor Road in Morris Plains over the next few days near the train bridge, announced the Morris Plains Police Department. Motorists should expect delays until 1pmCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Police will be on the scene to assist. 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 iOSDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Joe Johnson Talks Science: Mammoths, Cave Paintings, and “Hot Jupiter”
Joe Johnson is a retired Port Jervis science teacher and Radio Catskill volunteer and he regularly brings us science stories that have caught his eye. This week Johnson discussed a woolly mammoth DNA discovery, ancient cave paintings, and a smelly planet with Jason Dole on Radio Chatskill. Image: Flying Puffin,...
Lauren Marks Named CSC Third Team Academic All-America
AUSTIN, Texas -- Caldwell University senior bowler Lauren Marks (Parsippany, N.J.) has been named to the Academic All-America® Women's At-Large Third Team as selected by College Sports Communicators (CSC), the organization announced today. For Marks, a Fine Arts major with a 3.95 GPA, the honor is the latest in a line of accolades she has earned in 2023-24. The CACC Bowler of the Year, CACC Tournament Most Valuable Bowler, National Tenpins Coaches Association Strike Percentage Leader and CSC Academic All-District selection led the Cougars to their second straight CACC championship as Coach Ken Yokobosky 's squad won the regular season...
Mosquito spraying set for Thursday morning in 3 Morris County towns
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – The Morris County Mosquito Commission has announced that it will be using an All-Terrain vehicle to treat a section of woods in Hanover Township, East Hanover Township, and Florham Park Borough on Thursday morning. The mosquito spraying will go on from 4:30 a.m. – 8:00...
Bands playing at benefits Saturday
There’s something for every type of music lover this week, from tunes at the farmers market to evening rock and blues performances. Jeiris Cook will bring his soulful selections to the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, at 6 p.m. Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub, 23 White Deer Plaza, Sparta,...
Randolph Resident Charged with DUI After Collision in Dover
DOVER — On Friday, July 5, at 8:54 p.m., Mr. Elvis Suarez, 38, of Dover, was stopped in traffic on East McFarlan Street at the signal near the intersection of Mt. Hope Avenue facing west. His 2011 Dodge Ram was in the left-hand lane. Mr. Rene Sanchez, 40, of...
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...
Madison's 2024 Outdoor Concert Series Continues Friday July 19 with King's Road Band
MADISON, NJ – Madison's Outdoor Summer Concert continues this Friday Night with King's Road Band. The Concert Series will take place on the lawn of The Museum of Early Trades & Crafts from 6pm - 8pm. Come and enjoy this free night of music. Bring a chair or blanket and The schedule is as follows:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER July 19 - King's Road Band August 2 - The C3 Soul Revue August 6 - South Street Live August 30 - What's What 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
Pine Island Chamber Reveals 2024 Black Dirt Scholarship Winners
The Pine Island Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce this year’s Black Dirt Scholarship winners. The Chamber is awarding four scholarships of $1500 each to students who demonstrate a commitment to and involvement in community volunteer service or community work experience. Applicants are evaluated on their character and level of dedication to the service of others. This year’s winners are:
Cross Country Releases 2024 Schedule
2024 Drew University Cross Country Schedule MADISON, N.J. – The Drew University men’s and women’s cross country schedule is set for the 2024 season. Under fourth-year Head Coach Sean Robinson , the Rangers will compete in eight meets, highlighted by a pair of championship races to end the season. The Blue and Green kick off the new campaign on Aug. 30 when they run at the Misericordia University Invitational for the third year in a row. Both the men’s and women’s teams will compete in separate 4,000-meter races held on campus. On Sept. 7, the Rangers will make the first…
Mental Health Event Pitched at North Warren BOE Meeting
The North Warren Regional School District board of education met on July 16 at 6 p.m. for a meeting in the cafeteria cooled by large fans while the media center is under construction. There were no presentations for this meeting, so it started promptly with departmental reports. President Taylor Casey...
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