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Celebrated NJ township official stole recreation permit fees, cops say
BRICK — An award-winning recreation director has been charged with stealing municipal fees. Daniel Santaniello, 46, of Brick, asked private organizations that pay township facility permit fees to pay him directly in cash instead of paying the township, investigators said/. Santaniello pocketed the cash and issued fraudulent receipts to...
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.
ALERT: 10 Stop & Shop Supermarkets Closing In New Jersey
“Stop & Shop is proud of the deep roots and community ties we have developed as a neighborhood grocer of more than 100 years, and we remain committed to nourishing our associates, customers and communities,” said Gordon Reid, President, Stop & Shop. “As we announced in May, Stop & Shop has evaluated its overall store portfolio and made the difficult decision to close underperforming stores to create a healthy base for the future growth of our brand.”
New Jersey shelters offer $50 adoption fees for dogs
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) – Three New Jersey animal shelters are hoping to find loving homes for dogs at their shelter by offering $50 adoption all weekend long, Associated Humane Societies announced on Friday. “Adopting an adult dog comes with numerous benefits,” read a statement provided by AHS. Adult dogs are typically past the puppy stage, […]
‘I have not resigned,’ Menendez says after NBC News claim spreads
NEW YORK — NBC News reported on Wednesday that U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez had plans to resign after this week’s guilty verdict on federal bribery and corruption charges. But now Menendez tells CBS that resignation talks are false. “I can tell you that I have not resigned nor...
Hit man, 24, sentenced for stabbing NY man's neighbor to death during fence repair
A man hired to kill the neighbor of an Orange County man was sentenced to 18 years in prison last week, prosecutors announced. Damante Stansberry, 24, had already pled guilty to the murder of a 53-year-old Wallkill man committed in October 2022. According to prosecutors, Enoch Lowe had "long-standing animosity"...
Punish parents for raising rampaging teens, NJ lawmakers say
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP — State lawmakers want to put laws on the books to prosecute teens who bring violence to family events and to hold their parents accountable for raising a bad egg. Assemblyman Dan Hutchison, D-Camden, says his peers were inspired to crack down on rowdy teens after a...
Newton Police Department to Celebrate National Night Out with Free Activities, Entertainment and Food
NEWTON, NJ – The community is invited to join the Newton Police Department for the annual National Night Out on Tuesday, August 6 from 5 until 8 p.m. Residents are invited to Memory Park for the event where there will be live music by Black Tie Groove, free hot dogs, ice cream and popcorn.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Police, Fire and EMS vehicles will be on display and there will be bicycle and car seat safety demonstrations. The festivities will include an inflatable obstacle course, a face painter and balloon artist. Play corn hole and other games. There will be give-aways and more. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Maplewood to Amend Setbacks and Stepbacks in Several Village Zones
MAPLEWOOD, NJ - The Maplewood Township Committee voted at its July 16th meeting to make some changes to an ordinance dealing with setbacks, the minimum distance between a building and a property line, in zones R-1-5 and R-1-7 in the village. The amended ordinance would also add a stepback requirement for second-story construction on a front-facing attached garage of no less than two feet behind the front façade of the attached garage. Committee members have already received input from the planning board and the amended ordinance will have a second reading at the August 6th Township...
Jake Paul Vs. Mike Perry Undercard Features Ridgefield Park Boxer Tonight
The 36-year-old boxer began learning self defense and MMA at 19 years old. He liked the fitness. The self-confidence he gained from being able to protect himself and others. But fighting for sport was never in the cards for Guerrero, he said. Until it was. On Saturday, July 20, Guerrero,...
Montclair Pays Tribute to Dr. Jonathan Ponds
Congregants filled St. Paul Baptist Church on Friday morning in honor of Dr. Jonathan Ponds, Montclair Schools Superintendent, who died July 12. The Montclair High School Football team, Montclair Police Department and Moonachie Police Department stood outside the church as people filed in to remember the superintendent. Members of Montclair...
Bruce Springsteen on the poetry of his classic album "Nebraska"
"I lived in this house exactly half a lifetime ago," said Bruce Springsteen. It may not look like much, but this small bedroom in Colts Neck, New Jersey, which still sports the original orange shag rug, is where Springsteen made what he considers his masterpiece: his 1982 album "Nebraska," ten songs dark and mournful. "This is the room where it happened," he said. I saw her standing on her front lawn just twirling her baton Me and her went for a ride, sir, and ten innocent people died From the town of Lincoln, Nebraska, with a sawed-off .410 on my...
Infamous Stringdusters + Dishonest Fiddlers | Sherman Theater | 7/18/24
The Infamous Stringdusters brought their signature brand of progressive bluegrass to the historic Sherman Theater in East Stroudsburg, PA, for a night of electrifying jams and foot-stomping grooves. Pioneering a unique space at the crossroads of bluegrass and progressive music, The Infamous Stringdusters have become a beloved institution. This Grammy...
Look At These Exciting New Additions Coming To The Freehold Raceway Mall
New Additions In Monmouth County at Freehold Raceway Mall. One of my favorite malls in New Jersey is the Freehold Raceway Mall. Freehold Raceway Mall has fantastic stores and many good "food" options for dining out. Cheesecake Factory, P.F. Chang's, Brio Italian Grille, Playa Bowls, Etc. There are a few new eateries coming to the Freehold Raceway Mall:
FREE PLAYER FRIDAY AT HOLMDEL ESCAPOLOGY IN BELL WORKS! Check out fun Birthday packages too!
ESCAPE THE HEAT AT ESCAPOLOGY IN HOLMDEL'S BELL WORKS! CHECK OUT FREE PLAYER FRIDAY AND ENJOY THE FUN! Escapology also offers great birthday party packages to make your special event unforgettable!! See below: Get ready for an unforgettable Friday night! We're excited to introduce Free Player Friday—bring 4 or more players on a Friday, and one plays for FREE*! Dive into our thrilling escape room experiences and test your problem-solving skills. Perfect for friends, family, and coworkers. *Book now with promo code: FREEFRI *Up to $36.99 value for the free player. Offer ends December 11, 2024. Escapology is located in cool Bell Works at: 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel New Jersey 07733 For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Jackson Man Stabs Roommate To Death, Charged With Murder
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Jackson Township Police Chief Matthew Kunz announced that on Friday, 38-year-old Louis Gargiso of Jackson was charged with Murder and weapons offenwes in connection with the death of 74-year-old Robert Sunris, also of Jackson. At approximately 5:55 a.m. on Friday, Jackson police responded...
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