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Madison Property Tax Bills Have Been Mailed; Due Date is August 1
MADISON, NJ - Third quarter property taxes have been postmarked and mailed as of July 17, stated Madison officials. The bills are due August 1, 2024 Once the bills have been received, residents may pay their property taxes by mail or online. To pay your taxes online, click hereCLICK 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/MadisonTAP/ and on Twitter at @MadisonTAP to get all the news as it happens For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Hoboken Fire Department receives $64k FEMA grant for training & equipment
The Hoboken Fire Department has received a $64,000 Assistance to Firefighters Grant, which will be utilized for training and equipment, from FEMA. The AFG is meant to protect the health and safety of the public and firefighting personnel against fire and fire-related hazards. Specifically, the Hoboken Fire Department will use...
Montville Township HS Teachers Lead International Trips for U.S. Students
MONTVILLE, NJ - Language immersion, a broader world view, and an exploration of the world that fosters independence. These are only three of the dozens of benefits to global travel. During July 2024, three educators from the Montville Township Public Schools [MTPS] are Program Leaders for three unique, 3-week, “Global Navigator - High School Summer Abroad” programs. Hosted by CIEE [Council on International Educational Exchange], the MTPS teachers are each leading a different specialty program that focuses on specific student interests. All three programs connect students from across the United States with international professionals in each...
Glass Wine Fridge, Play Theater Among Crown Jewels Of Luxe Demarest Home Listed At $4.19M
A Bergen County home sprinkled with luxury amenities is new to the market at just under $4.2 million. The 10,000-square-foot home at 324 Hardenburgh Ave., in Demarest boasts six bedrooms, six bathrooms, and is listed by Corcoran Infinity Properties agent Roi Klipper. The modern home was custom-built complete with a...
Baseball: Madison Beats Union, 6-3, in Summer League Semifinals
MADISON, NJ -- Madison scored three runs in the fourth inning and withstood a sixth-inning rally by Union to defeat the Farmers, 6-3, in the semifinal round of the High School Developmental League summer baseball playoffs on Monday night. Left-handed starter Nick Bertolotti allowed just one hit through the first three innings before Madison scored three times in the top of the fourth to take a 5-0 lead. Carter Ferris and Liam Melvin each had RBI singles for the Dodgers.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Union had threatened in the bottom of the first,...
“Wolf of Airbnb” gets 4 years for rent fraud scheme
The self-proclaimed “Wolf of Airbnb” Konrad Bicher is headed to prison. The Pennsylvania native had pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud, The Real Deal reported more than a year ago, after he fraudulently collected more than $1 million in rent on illegally subleased New York City apartments. He was sentenced on Monday to more than four years in prison, according to the New York Post.
License plate reader helps Secaucus police bust trio shoplifting from Home Depot
An automated license plate reader helped the Secaucus Police Department bust trio that was shoplifting from Home Depot last week, Police Chief Dennis Miller announced. Wueilver Vasquez-Martinez, 25, Danyer Jimenez Naspe, 22, and Zallireth Rigio, 33, all of New York, New York, were each charged with shoplifting, conspiracy to commit shoplifting, and using an anti-shoplifting device, Miller said in a statement.
SUNY College of Optometry NOSA Chapter Takes Top Honors
(PRESS RELEASE) NEW YORK, NY — The SUNY College of Optometry National Optometric Student Association (NOSA) took top honors at the National Optometric Association (NOA) Conference held in Philadelphia, PA July 11 – 14, 2024. SUNY Optometry was awarded NOSA Chapter of the Year, and three students were recognized with NOSA Executive Board Scholarships: Melinda Morvai, Taylor Greaves and Christine “Chin-Yen” Chou. Ms. Greaves was also elected as the NOSA National Vice-President.
Lawsuits aim to address NYC's scaffolding problem
Scaffolding is a common sight all across New York City, with some of the constructions saying up for months, or even years, becoming eyesores. But are some of the oldest ones in the city finally set to come down? FOX 5 NY's Richard Giacovas shows how a new lawsuit brought by the city could help do just that.
Power struggle between mayor and council plays out in Queens
When the City Charter Revision Commission began public hearings in June, they did so in a mostly empty room at Queens Borough Hall. Following the meeting, the commission, which was created by Mayor Eric Adams two weeks before their first meeting, vowed that it would do more to ensure New Yorkers showed up to future meetings to voice their thoughts on the effort to change the city’s governing document.
Some New Yorkers with SNAP benefits can purchase hot meals
NEW YORK -- Some New Yorkers who get Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits may now be able to purchase hot meals.City lawmakers say they are hoping more restaurants will participate as they look to expand options for residents. Here's who is eligibleThe Restaurant Meals Program is only available to certain SNAP households. It includes individuals ages 60 or older, those with disabilities, and individuals experiencing homelessness.State Sen. Roxanne Persaud, who represents District 19 in Brooklyn, sponsored the legislation and said she hopes to expand the program quickly to give New Yorkers who qualify more options."My dream is that every...
2 People Die As Listeria Outbreak Connected To Deli Meat Spreads Across 12 States
A dangerous listeria outbreak is making its way across the United States through deli meat, resulting in at least 28 hospitalizations and 2 deaths. Affected individuals all seem to have eaten contaminated deli meat, though no specific brand or grocer...
Yikes! 1 in 5 New Jerseyans turn to alcohol before these decisions
We have plenty of reasons to be stressed in New Jersey, and finances are definitely one of the bigger issues. Yeah, I’m looking at you, tolls and property taxes. A recent survey was put out by Card Rates that highlighted the number of New Jerseyans who turn to alcohol when making some of their bigger financial decisions.
NJ Gov. Murphy met with Trump to wish him well after assassination attempt
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) met in-person with former President Trump on Saturday to wish him well in the aftermath of an assassination attempt that left Trump with an injured ear. The governor’s office confirmed to The Hill that Murphy and his wife reached out to Trump immediately after the shooting earlier this month…
Marlene Simone Celebrated for Over Three Decades of Service to Little Falls
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - The Township of Little Falls has proclaimed July 31 as "Marlene Simone Day" in Little Falls in honor of Marlene Simone, the Deputy Registrar for the Township. This comes after Simone announced her retirement after over 33 years of service. Simone's career with the township began in January 1991, and over the years, she has taken on numerous roles, including DPW Secretary, Recycling Coordinator, Police Department Clerk and Budget Coordinator, Deputy Registrar, and Board of Health Secretary. Her versatility and dedication have been invaluable to the township.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Throughout her career, Simone worked closely with the township administration, her co-workers, and the residents of Little Falls. Her ability to assist with any and all issues that arose on a daily basis demonstrated her unwavering commitment to the community. Simone's professionalism and competence, officials say, have been a cornerstone of her service, making her an indispensable part of the township staff. "The Township of Little Falls is proud to honor Marlene Simone's service and contributions to the community," Mayor James Damiano said. "We wish her all the best in her retirement." For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Montclair BOE Appoints Damen Cooper Interim Superintendent
MONTCLAIR, NJ - The Montclair Board of Education has voted to appoint Damen Cooper as the Interim Superintendent of Montclair Public Schools at its meeting on July 22. Cooper, who is currently the Director of Secondary Education, will assume his new role effective immediately, says school district officials. This change in leadership comes in the wake of the untimely death of Superintendent Jonathan Ponds, who served the district for four years and had been reappointed for another five years this past June.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER In his role as Director of Secondary Education,...
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