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Man Arrested In Denville With Active Court Warrant
DENVILLE, NJ - The Denville Police Department says they arrested a man with an active court warrant out of Paterson, New Jersey. On July 14, Denville Police stopped a vehicle after noticing the driver was not wearing a seatbelt. 63-year-old Anthony Ward of Paterson was found to have a suspended driver’s license and active court warrant. Ward was arrested and brought to Denville Police Headquarters for processing. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER He was released with a new court date and issued a summons for driving while suspended. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Morristown Little League Continue in State Play; Game 2 is Friday Night
MORRISTOWN, NJ - The 11U Morristown American Little League baseball team has advanced to Game 2 in State Tournament Play. The team defeated Hoboken; 10-2 and will take on Haddonfield tonight, July 19 at 8pm. Game will be played at 255 Mt. Pleasant Avenue in Wallington.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Good luck! 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
Another baby has died in NJ this week after being left in hot car
EAST HANOVER — Another infant has died after being left in a car in New Jersey. Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll said East Hanover Police were called after a 6- month-old girl was noticed inside a vehicle parked in a parking lot on South Ridgedale Avenue at Route 10 in East Hanover around 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 17. She was pronounced dead at a hospital.
BJ’s launching stores in NJ, NC come 2025
BJ's Wholesale Club is opening locations in New Jersey and North Carolina in early 2025. The stores will be located in Hanover Township, in New Jersey, and Southern Pines in North Carolina, according to a press release. In April the retailer announced it is planning to open a location in...
YouTube stunt influencer busted in string of NJ crimes
A reckless social media stunt driver has now been linked to a string of New Jersey burglaries by Fairfield police. Antonio Ginestri — who goes by the handle "Squeeze.Benz" on both Instagram and YouTube — was first arrested in May and now faces new charges in different crimes.
Test calling ISIS terrorists sparks trouble for NJ school superintendent
WAYNE — Parents are holding a school superintendent's feet to the fire after he apologized for a test question that called ISIS an Islamic terror group. The multiple choice question was part of a quiz in a seventh-grade class at Schuyler-Colfax Middle School in Wayne, according to the group Teaching While Muslim.
Multimillion-dollar project at Wayne preschool back on track after legal dispute
WAYNE — The Board of Education has approved a new contract for exterior improvements to Preakness School after its previous award was successfully challenged in court. Trustees passed a resolution at their most recent public meeting to hire SMAC Corp. for the $3.1 million project, which will include brick repointing, new windows and a partial roof replacement.
Veteran assistant named head coach of N.J. girls basketball powerhouse
The message from Rahim Huland El has been simple: Keep the train moving. For the last six years, Huland El has been an assistant coach for the Morris Catholic girls basketball program. He’s helped the Crusaders become one of the top girls basketball teams in the state and in the country in his role as an assistant.
Famous NJ restaurant being sold after 75 years
Maybe its secret all along has been the most breathtaking view of the Kittatinny Mountain Ridge. Maybe it’s the good food in such a secluded place. Perhaps it’s those antler chandeliers. Whatever magic is part of its formula the Walpack Inn has been a thing in Sussex County...
Applegreen Makes Progress on $450 Million Remodel Project
Applegreen, as part of a three-year renovation program alongside the New York State Thruway, announced the reopening of the its Ramapo Service Area in Sloatsburg, N.Y. This marks the completion of two-thirds of the $450 million private investment to redevelop and modernize all 27 Thruway service areas. The new Ramapo...
Local author to discuss book on traditional expectations of Latinas | Kulick
There is an event planned for Thursday, Sept. 5, at 5:30 p.m. at the Eastern Monroe Public Library (Hughes Library) located at 1002 Route 611 in Stroudsburg that will focus on the cultural construct of Marianismo. Marianismo may be a word that you, like me, have no idea of its meaning. The definition explains it as a traditional gender role in Latin American and Hispanic cultures that describes the ideal behavior for women. ...
2024 Orange County Fair Guide: Enter To Win Tickets
The Orange County Fair in Middletown, NY, has long been a cherished tradition, blending the nostalgia of county fairs with the vibrant community spirit in Orange County. The 2024 Orange County Fair marks the 184th fair and runs from July 18th through July 28th at the Orange County Fairgrounds in Middletown, New York.
FedEx driver was drunk in delivery truck crash that cut power to 800 properties, police say
A FedEx driver crashed his delivery vehicle into a utility pole in Warren County and faces charges including driving while intoxicated, police said Thursday. The 46-year-old driver was traveling west on Route 46 in Hackettstown about 3 p.m. Tuesday when he dropped his cellphone, the town’s police department said in a news release.
Mayor Vergano Answers Residents’ Concerns About Wayne YMCA Takeover
WAYNE, NJ – This past Township Council Meeting was of huge importance to residents of Wayne. Ahead is the possible purchase of the Wayne YMCA from its operator, the YMCA of the Oranges for $12.2 million. Then comes the much more difficult part, which is what Mayor Chris Vergano has promised: “to maintain and improve upon all of the programs that are there now.” Vergano spoke before the public comments on the first of three ordinances regarding the possible purchase of the Y which came up for a vote that night. He talked for some time and...
Newton looks to ease overnight parking, update tree protections
NEWTON — The Newton Council appears ready to ease limits on overnight parking in town and to institute new rules on how and when property owners can cut down trees. At Monday's meeting, the council also voted to equip and man a vehicle repair facility for town-owned vehicles, especially police cars with Councilwoman Michelle Teets asking that there be an in-depth look at the new operation in 18 months to see if the town is saving on repair bills.
More Roxbury Area Students on College Dean's List
ROXBURY,, NJ - Roxbury area students earned the spring semester Dean's Lists at Purchase College, Seton Hall University and the University of Tampa, according to the schools. At Purchase College, Spencer Scalamoni of Succasunna,made the list. He is studying Playwriting and Screenwriting.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must carry a semester GPA of 3.5 for Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science programs and 3.75 for Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Music Performance programs. They must take a minimum of 12 credits. At Seton Hall...
Denville Community Club Announces 2024 Royal Weekend
DENVILLE, NJ - The Indian Lake Community Club in Denville has selected its royal couple for the 2024 calendar year. The tradition of choosing a king and queen dates back to 1927. Club members vote for a royal couple every summer, typically high school seniors. This year’s royal couple are seniors Hogan Hyatt and Bridget Rynkiewicz. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER To celebrate, the Club will be hosting a schedule of events from July 26 to July 28 including: Royal Coronation: July 26 at 7 p.m. Royal Ball: July 27 at 7 p.m. Royal Parade and Picnic: July 28 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Each event will be available for ILCC members and non-resident guests. For the Royal Ball, members must be entering their sophomore year of high school to attend. A parent chaperone must also be present. For more information or to purchase tickets, you may visit the ILCC website. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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