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Father told his daughter to get out of her mother’s home and wait for him in the car before he rushed inside and shot his ex-wife and her boyfriend to death; arrested
New York – In a horrifying incident in New York, a father is accused of murdering his ex-wife and her boyfriend in their home. This violent act has left the community reeling and raised serious questions about domestic violence and mental health. Late on Wednesday night, the 50-year-old man,...
Fast start propels Immaculata past Kellenburg (NY) - Football recap
Cole Hayden’s three-touchdown day helped Immaculata down Kellenburg (NY) 35-21 in Somerville. Immaculata got off to a hot start and took a 21-0 lead in the first quarter with touchdowns from Cole Hayden, Quinn Hayden, and Nick Strokes. Kellenburg fought back though and made it a 28-21 game in...
FOOTBALL: Notre Dame Survives Miraculous Fourth-Quarter BRHS Rally, 40-38
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ – The Bridgewater-Raritan High School football team launched its 2024 campaign with one of the greatest comeback bids you will ever see. Although they ultimately came out on the losing end at Notre Dame High School, the Panthers hope to ride the momentum of what ended up being a massive fourth-quarter surge the rest of the way in 2024.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Behind five total touchdowns by senior quarterback Julian Matera, Notre Dame (1-0) took a 24-point lead into the fourth quarter against visiting Bridgewater-Raritan (0-1), which then saw junior...
Ianniello’s goal pushes South Brunswick past Bridgewater-Raritan - Boys soccer recap (PHOTOS)
Mason Ianniello netted the sole goal of the game to push South Brunswick to a 1-0 season-opening road win over Bridgewater-Raritan, in Bridgewater. Ianniello’s goal came in the opening period. Logan Rogers earned the clean sheet for the Vikings (1-0) with four saves. Adrian Arias and Michael Battista shared...
Live Amateur Boxing Is Coming To Elizabeth
ELIZABETH, NJ - Live Amateur Boxing is coming to the City of Elizabeth on Saturday. The Elizabeth Boxing Team will face off in head-to-head matchups against other cities at Veterans Memorial Waterfront Park, 71 Front Street. The event is open to the public. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Weigh-ins are from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., with the first round of matchups set to begin at 3 p.m. For more information, please contact the City of Elizabeth Recreation Department at 908-820-4220. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Union High School Welcomes Incoming Freshmen with Student Orientation
UNION, NJ - Union High School opened its doors to the incoming Class of 2028 for their annual Freshman Orientation program on Thursday. Organized by the Union High School Counseling Department, students were able to attend various sessions related to different topics. "The overall goal for the day is to introduce the incoming 9th graders to the building, its resources and opportunities, including academics, student supports, extracurricular programs, and school systems and procedures,” said Nicole Ahern, Supervisor of Counseling.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER With a welcome from building leadership, Superintendent Dr. Gerald Benaquista, school counselors and upperclassmen peer leaders, the students were connected with many individuals who could provide valuable information and answer their questions. A snack bag provided by the Union High School PTA and a final parent information session with the vice principals, Athletic Department, and school counseling rounded out the event. “Welcome Class of 2028!,” said Ahern. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Cheerleaders and Marching Band Bring Spirit & Pride to Rahway Football's Season Opener
RAHWAY, NJ — We can't exactly call them unsung heroes, because we already all know that the Rahway Marching Band and the Rahway cheerleaders are awesome. But, at the same time, we're such regular beneficiaries of the ambient enthusiasm and buzzing excitement generated by the members of the band and the cheerleading squad at football games that, let's face it, it's occasionally possible to take them for granted. But, no, let's not do that! Because, I can assure you, if the cheerleaders stopped cheering and the band stopped banding, uh, I mean, playing and performing, we'd definitely notice,...
10 most expensive homes sold in the Trenton area, Aug. 19-25
A house in Ewing that sold for $553,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Trenton area in the past week. In total, 42 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $227,016. The average price per square foot was $165.
Plainfield Police Investigating Fatal Friday Night Hit-and-Run
PLAINFIELD, NJ — At around 8:30pm on Friday night, pedestrian was struck and killed while crossing East Front Street on its 400 block, in the vicinity of the Monarch at Plainfield apartment building. The driver who struck 65-year-old Plainfield resident Jennifer Harris immediately fled the scene and has yet to be identified as of the publishing of this article.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER If anyone has information regarding this incident, the Plainfield Police Department asks you to contact Detective Hans Noriega at hnorigega@plainfieldpolicenj.gov or call (732)540-0395. You can also email traffictips@plainfieldpolicenj.gov. TAPinto Plainfield will carry any developments in this case. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
After Chase, Union Police Apprehend Suspects in Stolen Vehicle at Linden Airport
UNION, NJ – Union police officers participated in a vehicle pursuit Friday evening, ending at the Linden Municipal Airport with the apprehension of three suspects. According to police, Union officers located a BMW x3 that had been stolen from town earlier in the day. When found, the vehicle was parked with three suspects inside in the lot of “The Mills at Jersey Gardens” mall in Elizabeth. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER As officers and detectives advanced on the vehicle to block it in, the driver fled the area, initiating a motor vehicle pursuit. This pursuit...
Edison Public Schools Begin Next Week: See Important Dates for 2024-2025
EDISON, NJ - The 2024 - 2025 academic school year will begin in Edison Township on Thursday. The last day of school is scheduled for June 25, 2025. All Edison Township schools will be closed on the following dates:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER October 3-4 - Rosh Hashanah November 1 - Diwali November 4 - 8 - Fall Break November 28-29 - Thanksgiving December 24-January 1 - Winter break & New Year's Day January 20 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day January 29 - Lunar New Year February 17 - President's Day March 31 - Eid April 14-18 Spring break May 26 - Memorial Day June 19 - Juneteenth Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled for Preschool and Elementary School students on November 14, November 21, March 13, and March 20. Conferences for Middle School are scheduled for December 5 and February 13, and High School is scheduled for December 3. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
High School Football: New Brunswick Can't Overcome Penalties, Turnovers in Season-Opening Loss
NEW BRUNSWICK – The Zebras of New Brunswick High School couldn’t overcome nine penalties and two turnovers, including a fumble near the goal line in the first quarter, in Friday night’s season-opening 28-0 football loss to Freehold Borough. New Brunswick was in position to take an early lead after it pounced on a loose ball on the Colonials’ 7. A bouncing punt had touched a Freehold Borough return man and was recovered by a Zebra defender.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The tables turned on the next play, though, when Freehold Borough recovered a...
Cook Reimagined: Back to School Kick-Off and STEM Lab Launch
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Thursday evening, parents and students gathered outside of Cook School for the Back to School Kick-Off and STEM Lab Launch of the reimagined Cook School Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) program. The magnet school, announced back in April, will accommodate 120 students who live all around the city. "We look to infuse design thinking methodologies by focusing on real-world applications and project-based learning to help enhance our students' abilities to problem-solve and to think creatively while also elevating student learning outcomes," said Superintendent Rashon Hasan during the announcement at the April BOE meeting. "Our...
Linden Remembers City Official Mark Ritacco
LINDEN, NJ – Hearts are heavy in Linden, following the passing of a city official. Mark Ritacco died Thursday, according to a post on the city's Facebook page. He was the Construction Code Official, Zoning Code Official, Plumbing Sub Code Official, Public Affairs, Construction, Planning Board Zoning Officer and Zoning Board Zoning Officer.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "Mr. Mark Ritacco will be missed," a Facebook post shared on the City of Linden and Mayor Derek Armstead's pages said. "Our prayers and thoughts are with his family and loved ones." Many residents posted on the city's facebook page, commenting on how respected of a worker he was and how they enjoyed their interactions with him. "Mark was a wonderful person, great friend & tremendous asset to the City of Linden," one social media post said following Ritacco's death. "He will be missed by many!!" "Rest in peace and thank you for all you’ve done through the years for us," another post said. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
St. John's Baptist Church to Host Back to School Fair
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ -- The Annual St. John’s Baptist Church Gerald Alston Back to School Community Fair will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the church located at 2387 Morse Avenue in Scotch Plains. The fair was named to honor the memory of Gerald Alston, a long-time member of the church who was a Sunday School teacher and part of the Outreach ministry. Alston was one of the original people who started the church’s school fair. Pastor Wallace renamed the fair to celebrate all the work Alston did for the church and community.CLICK...
Dieruff football fights past Pleasant Valley, improves to 2-0 for first time since 2002
The Dieruff High School football players and coaching staff believe there’s something different about this year’s group. The Huskies got to show it on Saturday night. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Thomas’ Pumpkin Spice Favorites Return for Fall
HORSHAM, PA — As autumn’s signature flavors return, Thomas’® is bringing back its beloved Pumpkin Spice English Muffins and Bagels. Available nationwide until November 2, these seasonal treats are now ready to spice up your breakfast routine. Crafted with real pumpkin puree and free from high...
Police investigating South Hall Street shooting in Allentown
ALLENTOWN, PA. - It comes on the heels of last Sunday's mass shooting in center city, and shortly after a peace walk was held nearby. The Saturday afternoon shooting happened on the 100 block of South Hall Street, that's near 8th and Union streets. Fortunately, police say the incident is...
19 Restaurants In Nassau County With Critical Health Violations
These 19 restaurants in Nassau County had multiple critical health inspection violations in August. This list includes non-restaurants, as reported to the New York State of Health. 1. JACK FALLON'S TAP ROOM. 136 TULIP AVENUE, FLORAL PARK. Item 2C- Critical Violation [RED] Cooked or prepared foods are subject to cross-contamination...
The Washington Post Ranks Doylestown Pizzeria Best in State for Neapolitan Slices
The Spuntino Wood Fired Pizzeria in Doylestown was named the best spot for Neapolitan-style pizza. A popular pizzeria in Doylestown has been listed as the best spot in Pennsylvania for Neapolitan-style pizza and more. Dylan Moriarty, Andrew Van Dam, Amanda Finnegan, and Gabe Hiatt all wrote about this and other pizza shops for The Washington Post.
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