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Elizabeth Student Participates In Rutgers STEM Ambassador Program
ELIZABETH, NJ - An Elizabeth student was among several from Union County to participate in Rutgers University’s 4-H STEM Ambassador Program. The event was held at Rutgers University in New Brunswick from July 8 through July 12. The program aims to train students to lead STEM activities and share their skills with their peers. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “As a proud public servant, I understand the importance of serving as a leader and making a positive impact in our community, and I commend these passionate students for their participation and for challenging themselves in order to make a difference,” said Union County Commissioner Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded. “I would like to also thank our partners in the New Jersey 4-H Program for their assistance in empowering these bright and talented young leaders. Their dedication gives hope for a more promising future ahead in Union County.” In total, seven students participated in the program including: Elizabeth: Maria Mendonca Hillside: Valerie AriasDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. South Plainfield: Josiah Philippe Plainfield: Immanuel Muhammed Westfield: Basil Glacken and Evan Roe New Providence: Anika Jolly For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Our Lady of Peace Sandwich Ministry: A Community Effort to Combat Hunger
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - The Our Lady of Peace Sandwich Ministry in New Providence exemplifies community service, uniting volunteers to prepare and distribute sandwiches to those in need. Every week, this dedicated group assembles hundreds of sandwiches, delivering them to various local charities and soup kitchens. A Weekly Routine with a Big ImpactCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Each week, volunteers gather to make sandwiches, often consisting of bologna and cheese, peanut butter and jelly, and occasionally salami and cheese. The ministry also receives bread donations from local organizations, making it a true community...
Lakeland Hills YMCA Announces Annual Golf Outing In Denville
DENVILLE, NJ - Registration for the 2024 Lakeland Hills YMCA Golf Outing is now open. The event will be held on October 7 at the Rockaway River Country Club in Denville, located at 39 Pocono Rd. Tickets are being sold for $400 per golfer. The tickets include an 18-round game of golf, golf carts, breakfast, lunch, cocktail hour, a dinner buffet, an open bar, and a silent and live auction. Golfers can also register in groups of four and save $100. Each golfer must register at the same time to be eligible for the discounted rate. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Additionally, Frederick and Julia Radulic will be honored at the event for their charitable contributions to the Lakeland Hills YMCA. More information about the golf outing and ticket registration can be found on the Lakeland Hills YMCA website. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Woman Arrested After Attacking Patient at Somers Rehab Facility
SOMERS, N.Y. - An employee of The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has been charged with physically attacking a disabled resident, state police said. Jossette F. Thompson, 51, of Dover, was arrested on June 11 and charged with Endangering the Welfare of an Incompetent or Physically Disabled Person, a Class E felony, police said.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER She was arraigned in Somers Town Court, released on her own recognizance, and was scheduled to appear in court on Monday, July 22. "Thank God, the patient is fine," Paramount Administrator Mark Badolato said Monday, calling the alleged incident "extremely unfortunate" and adding that the employee "has been terminated." For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
GoFundMe Started to Support Family of Kenilworth
KENILWORTH, NJ - A GoFundMe campaign has been set up for the family of a single mom and her three children to overcome a home renovation nightmare. Please see the following details of what occured as posted on the GoFundME page.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER A home renovation abandoned 15 months into a 6 month project. Structural deficiencies caused by a negligent contractor. Windows and doors installed with no waterproofing. A divorced working mom, her three teens, and their large black lab relegated to an RV in their backyard for almost 2 years. Unexpected...
Duran Duran announces U.S. tour dates, Halloween concert at MSG
Duran Duran have announced a new run of U.S. tour dates, which includes a special Halloween concert at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The Danse Macabre show will take place on Halloween (Oct. 31), with the band also playing concerts along the East Coast before/after that date. Duran...
DOT Will Fast-Track Private Sidewalk E-Bike Charging Stations
Property owners and businesses will soon be able to install e-bike and electric moped charging hubs on sidewalks outside of their buildings, thanks to a new Department of Transportation initiative that aims to jump-start the slow public rollout of safe battery infrastructure. Businesses and property owners can soon apply for...
Parents plead guilty for role in deadly crash
The parents of a now 17-year-old boy accused of being behind the wheel of a BMW that killed his 14-year-old passenger were sentenced Monday after pleading guilty to endangering the welfare of a child. FOX 5 NY's Duarte Geraldino has the story.
Nonprofits get free tech help from JPMorgan Chase program
MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) — Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to advice on technology in growing your business. The heads of dozens of local nonprofits met for a summit at JPMorgan Chase in New York City. The event was part of a program called Tech for Social Good, which is run by JPMorgan Chase. JPMorgan […]
Former NYC prison to turn into affordable housing units
A former prison in Manhattan that has been shut down since 2012 might finally be repurposed. The Bayview Correctional Facility on West 20th Street could be converted into 124 affordable housing units, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Monday.
Hackers steal addresses, IDs of pharmacy customers in NJ
💳 No credit card or payment information was accessed. 💳 Affected customers are being offered a monitoring service. A security breach this year compromised the personal information of millions of people who used Rite Aid several years ago. The company discovered a "security incident" on June 6 after...
Another Jersey diner closes. Is it the end of an era?
So many diners in my area have closed within the past year. Word came this week that the Voorhees Diner on Route 73 in Voorhees had closed abruptly. They had trouble staying open full-time since the pandemic. Some days or weeks they were closed and some they were open. They’ve had some financial troubles following a lawsuit by former employees back about five years ago.
Justice after 44 years: Man sentenced for killing woman who went missing in New Jersey
A man with a lengthy criminal history convicted last year of killing a missing 21-year-old New Jersey woman in 1980 in California has been sentenced to 15 years to life in prison. The conviction brings a measure of closure to the surviving family of Holly Ann Campiglia who had been...
Help Solve the Mystery of Missing NJ Man
A Central Jersey man is missing and may be in danger. His family is desperately trying to find him. They are asking the community for help bringing him home. This is the story of Anthony M. Reyes. Anthony Reyes is a 36-year-old man who disappeared on June 28th from his...
Ocean County halts all foreclosure auctions, fears NJ law encourages phony nonprofits
Ocean County has postponed the foreclosure auction scheduled for July 23 amid concerns that unproven nonprofit agencies are taking advantage of a new law that was designed to even the playing field at sheriff's sales with investors. Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy said his office has sold a dozen properties that prompted an...
Ex New York Mets GM Omar Minaya’s wife found dead at family’s home as mystery surrounds cause of death
THE wife of the former New York Mets general manager Omar Minaya was found dead at the couple's home on Saturday. Rachel Minaya, a mother of two, was found at the property in New Jersey, as officials work to confirm her cause of death. Mystery surrounds what happened as suicide...
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