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15-year-old sidewalk shed finally removed under new NYC program Get Sheds Down
Scaffolding is so prevalent across New York City that sometimes we forget that it isn't a permanent part of the building to which it's attached.In some cases, it had seemed like city officials forgot that, too.Mayor Eric Adams is pushing to change that with his new program called Get Sheds Down.Wednesday morning, he was on hand to take down what is believed to be the longest-standing scaffolding shed at a city-owned building.The shed at 520 First Ave. in Manhattan was estimated to be 15 years old.Get Sheds Down aims to improve the quality of life for New Yorkers and return...
Jersey City Begins Construction on Summit Avenue Park with More Greenery Planned
A road best known for vehicles will be getting upgraded greenery and open space over the next year as work has begun to bring a pair of new parks to a stretch of Route 139. Running east to west and serving as a feeder to the Holland Tunnel entrance, Route 139 has undergone various pedestrian improvements in recent years to make it less intimidating to those on foot. The roadway separates The Heights from the growing Journal Square neighborhood and the two new parks hope to accommodate an increasing influx of new residents.
New Fairfield Municipal Budget Rises 3.3% vs. Last Year
FAIRFIELD, NJ -- The Fairfield governing body adopted the 2024 municipal budget at their Monday night meeting. The 2024 municipal budget will cost the average homeowner an increase of less than $12 a month, or $142.21 for the year. The budget is an increase of approximately 3.3 percent over last year. The value of the average home in Fairfield has gone up from $529,188 to $539,753. The new local tax rate is .506, an increase of .016 from last year’s rate of .490. The proposed new tax rate, which includes the municipality, schools, county, library and open space is $2.137.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR...
King Buzzo says ‘there’s not one way to do anything’ as tour comes to Jersey City
When Buzz Osborne saw Frank Zappa in concert while in 11th grade, it had a profound effect on the man that would go on to find The Melvin’s. “There was no dead air or stalling for time,” said Osborne in an interview last week. “This was a band that knew what they were doing, and they cared. That’s how I went forward with the musicians I played with. I wanted everyone to know what was happening and that we weren’t some sort of jam band just figuring out what to play.”
Time to hit the runway as Jersey City Day of Fashion returns
The Fashion Alliance Network is returning for its second annual Jersey City Day of Fashion on Thursday, Sept. 5. following the success of its inaugural event last year. Taking place just before New York Fashion Week kicks off, the day-long celebration of style will spotlight Jersey City as a hub of fashion and creativity.
Women’s Tennis Serves the 2024 Fall Schedule
Madison, N.J. (August 28)- The FDU-Florham women's tennis team has released their schedule for the 2024 fall season. It will consist of nine total matches, five home contests, three away matches, and one tri-match Women's tennis will open play on their home courts when they host Baruch on Thursday, September 5. The team will then travel to MAC Freedom foe King's (Pa.), for a tri-match from Saturday, September 7 to Sunday, September 8. The Devils will close out September with an even number of home and away contests, starting with a visit from Brooklyn (September 10) and Lehman (September 12)....
Union Celebrates Ukrainian Independence Day
UNION, NJ – For the thirty-third year, Union residents and visitors celebrated Ukrainian Independence Day with a Flag Raising ceremony in front of Town Hall on Sunday afternoon. “This year marks the thirty-third anniversary of the renewal of Ukraine’s independence,” said Roman Myhal, President of the local chapter of the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America. “This is indeed an honor to raise the Ukrainian flag alongside the American flag. We realize the importance of keeping the idea and fact of Ukraine’s independence and sovereignty at the forefront of everybody’s mind. That is why we keep working to...
Local Mayors to Host Free Mental Health Seminar
MORRIS PLAINS — Residents concerned about mental health issues in their families will have an opportunity to gather valuable information at a Free Mental Health Symposium scheduled for September 17, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at the Morris Plains Borough School Auditorium, located at 500 Speedwell Avenue. The...
RAMSA’s 14 Fifth Avenue Resumes Construction in Greenwich Village, Manhattan
Construction is rising on 14 Fifth Avenue, a 19-story residential building in Greenwich Village, Manhattan. Designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects and Hill West Architects and developed by Madison Realty Capital, which purchased the 5,255-square-foot plot for $27.5 million in 2015, the 241-foot-tall structure will yield 20 condominiums. The property is located between East 8th and East 9th Streets, just north of Washington Square Park.
Hawthorne Soccer Teams Are Ready To Compete This Year
HAWTHORNE, NJ - A commonality between the Hawthorne soccer programs (girls and boys teams) is that both worked very diligently during the preseason so their goals of the regular season, and hopefully postseason, can be realized on the pitch. Let’s take a close look at each team:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER HAWTHORNE BOYS SOCCER: The Bears are scheduled to begin the regular season with a home match versus Elmwood Park on Wednesday, September 4. “I'd like the team to be competitive in the league, qualify for the (NJSIAA) State Tournament and win at least one...
Midnight Theatre Launches Weekly Club Midnight Party
Manhattan’s Mastercard Midnight Theatre will launch a weekly event called “Club Midnight,” starting on September 6th, where the club features the city’s top DJs, dancers, and acts each Friday. Mastercard Midnight Theatre has quickly become one of Manhattan’s top spots for nightlife. Located at the heart...
See it: Morningside Park waterfall flows for first time since 2018
MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) – The Morningside Park waterfall is flowing for the first time since 2018. The waterfall improves circulation in the pond below, according to the Parks Department. It helps combat dangerous algae blooms. You can find the waterfall near Morningside Avenue and West 114th Street.
New Yorkers are using Meta, TikTok, Craigslist to buy 'ghost plates,' Manhattan BP says
Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine attends as Mayor Eric Adams makes public safety and quality-of-life-related announcement at 14th Street Y. Borough President Mark Levine is urging the companies to prevent New Yorkers from buying unreadable license plates that evade tolls and fines. [ more › ]
Bayonne's Horace Mann Community School: Welcome Back to Learning!
BAYONNE, NJ -Faculty and staff at the Horace Mann Community School are eagerly anticipating the return of children on Wednesday, September 4th, to begin this new school year, TAPinto Bayonne was told. “We extend a warm welcome to both returning families and those new to our school, offering our best wishes for an exciting and productive year ahead,” said Evan Wexler, Assistant Principal. “ Our goal is to establish a strong foundation for every child who enters our doors, ensuring a supportive and enriching educational experience.”CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Guided by their...
Focused Glen Rock Boys Soccer Team Is Ready For Season
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The start of the regular season is just about to happen and that’s just fine with a well-prepared, highly focused Glen Rock High School boys soccer team. The Panthers are scheduled to begin the season with a road match at New Milford on Wednesday, September 4. On September 7, they are slated to host Bergenfield.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “Our goals for the season are to win the North Jersey Interscholastic Conference (NJIC) Colonial Division,’’ Glen Rock head coach Matt Beverin said. “[We also want to] make the Bergen...
Madison Girls Soccer: Dodgers Look to Build Off of Trailblazing Season
MADISON, NJ – The 2023 season was one of most successful in recent memory for the Madison girls soccer program. The team matched the school record for wins with 16, won the first conference title in over a decade and advanced to a sectional final for the first time since 2011. Despite the heartbreaking nature of Madison’s penalty shootout loss in the sectional final to Hanover Park, head coach Marc Dovico has high expectations once again for his squad and with good reason too. The Dodgers return a solid group of players who has underclassmen gained big...
Union County Mosquito Control to Spray for Adult Mosquitoes Wednesday, August 28
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — Union County Mosquito Control will conduct a mosquito spraying in New Providence on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., weather permitting. Check below for a list of areas to be sprayed. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Berkeley Hts. – Grant St., River Rd. Area, Mt. Carmel Area, Kuntz Av., Camptown Dr., Park Av., Hamilton Av., Columbia Av., Rutgers Av., Riverbend Rd., Shadow Ln., Briarwood Dr. W., La Grande Av. area New Providence – Charnwood Rd., Runnymede Pkwy Summit – Kent Pl. (Summit Recycling Center), Risk Av., Beech Spring Dr., Glenside Av., Water Co. Rd. For more information, contact the Union County Office of Mosquito Control at 908-654-9834 or 908-654-9835. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
More stolen cars are being shipped overseas from Tri-State Area ports
NEWARK, N.J. — There is an alarming rise in the number of stolen cars found at Tri-State Area ports, ready to be shipped overseas.CBS News New York's Derick Waller recently toured the Port of Newark, where the number of cars seized keeps climbing. Cars stolen in Tri-State Area are being shipped overseas to be soldJeffrey Greene is the acting director at the Port of New York and Newark, where customs officials acting on tips are x-raying containers and seizing stolen cars.Looking into one container, Greene pointed out two junk vehicles hiding a perfectly intact Mercedes in the back.In another container, officials...
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