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$283 Million High School Opens in New Jersey
PERTH AMBOY, N.J. – The new Perth Amboy High School, a $283.8 million project, officially opened this week. The state-of-the-art facility spans 576,000 square feet and is the largest high school ever built by the New Jersey Schools Development Authority. Designed to accommodate 3,300 students, the school aims to alleviate overcrowding in the district.
‘Somebody is going to get killed’: Bridgewater balks at Route 22 Starbucks plan
BRIDGEWATER – A proposal to build a Starbucks with a drive-thru on Route 22 hit a speed bump Tuesday when the Zoning Board of Adjustment raised concerns about vehicles waiting at the drive-thru possibly spilling onto the highway. "I don't want people to die," Board Chairman Jeff Foose said at the meeting. Starbucks has...
Shocking Map Predicts Major Parts of New Jersey Underwater by 2050
We have heard for years how climate change will cause rising water levels. A new map shows a densely populated area of New Jersey expected to be underwater by the year 2050. Even though climate change is a much-debated topic, some facts just can't be ignored. According to Climate Central,...
Caldwell, 19, Sworn In As Newest Member of New Brunswick Board of Education
NEW BRUNSWICK – Ashley Caldwell, weeks from her 20th birthday, is ready to join the New Brunswick Board of Education. And no one knows that more than her best friend, who has known her going back to when they would run around together in the playground during kindergarten recess. “Ashley will be a good board member, most importantly, because she’s very empathetic,” said Kayla Holman, a fellow member of New Brunswick High School Class of 2022. “Ever since middle school and elementary school, she’s always cared about others. She’s always trying to be more of a leader...
Two West Nile Virus-Related Deaths Among Six New Cases Reported In New Jersey
The six new WNV cases are residents of Bergen, Camden, Cumberland, Hudson, Mercer, and Middlesex counties (one 50+, two 60+, one 70+, two 80+). The two individuals who died were older adults from Cumberland and Mercer counties, the DOH said. Two human cases of WNV were reported earlier this year...
Chatham Makes Website's List as One of Six New Jersey Towns Rated the 'Safest and Richest' to Live in the USA in 2024
CHATHAM, NJ -- Chatham is one of six New Jersey towns rated among the best places to live in the United States when the combination of safety and wealth are factored in, according to a personal finance advice website. The website, GOBanking.com placed Chatham at No. 14 on its list when it rated the top 30 "safest and richest U.S. cities to live in 2024."CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Chatham's average single-family home value of $1,260,189 and its violent crime rate of 0.11 per 1,000 helped put it on the list. In the Garden State, Ridgewood is No. 7 in the Top 30 list, along with No. 9 Westfield, No. 11 Glen Ridge, No. 12 Haddonfield and No. 13 Summit, all listed ahead of No. 14 Chatham, According to GOBankingRates.com, the state of Illinois has the top two towns it rates as the "safest and richest" with Western Springs No. 1, followed by Kenilworth.DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. The 30 Safest and Richest US Cities to Live in 2024 For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Union County’s Fall Festival Returns With Live Music, Food Trucks, and Micro Beer Garden
The Union County Board of County Commissioners is excited to announce that the Union County 2024 Fall Festival will be held on Saturday, September 14th, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Oak Ridge Park, located at 136 Oak Ridge Road in Clark. Admission is free for all. “The Commissioner...
Somerset County Funds Repairs to Millstone River Road in Hillsborough
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Millstone River Road in Hillsborough/Montgomery from Blackwells Mills Causeway to Dead Tree Run Road is included in the 2024 Somerset County “Slurry Seal” Road Repairs program. The Somerset County Board of County Commissioners authorized up to $850,000 to restore approximately six miles of county roads in three municipalities.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The slurry seal process is used to extend the life of pavement by five years or more on roads that need maintenance but do not yet require full replacement. Eventually all roads require milling and paving, but the...
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
Recycling collection schedule modified for the week of September 2nd through September 6th
Recycling collection will operate on a modified schedule for the week of Monday, September 2, through Friday, September 6. There is no recycling collection on Monday, September 2; all collections for the week will be picked up the next day and adhere to the following modified schedule:. Monday collection moves...
Long-time Morris County employee retires after 30 years
MORRISTOWN, NJ (Morris County) – The Morris County Board of County Commissioners, Morris County Surrogate Heather Darling, Sheriff James Gannon, County Administrator Deena Leary, and staff honored Deborah Scott Friday ahead of her Sept. 1 retirement after a distinguished 30-year career with the Morris County Surrogate’s Office. The...
We Have The BEST City In New Jersey To Raise A Family
It is a question many people ask themselves, especially when you have a family, where is a great place to live in the Garden State? This article will examine where the best place to live with a family in New Jersey is based on an article published by Nostalgic Buzz.
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
Warren Hometown Heroes Banner Program Submissions for Veterans Day Due
WARREN, NJ -- Warren Township is offering an opportunity for families of Warren Veterans to honor their military service through the Hometown Heroes Banner Program. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Honorees of their family members sponsoring the banner must be residents of Warren Township at the time of sponsorship. For more information about the program or to apply go to: www.warrennj.org/528/Hometown-Heroes-Banner-Program DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Applicants are accepted anytime with new banners printed twice annually. Fall submission deadline on or about August 31. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
New Providence Book Festival Returns to Town
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - On Saturday, September 21, 2024, the 7th Annual New Providence Book Festival will bring together over 17 New Jersey authors who will be signing books and engaging with visitors. The festival will take place on the grounds of the historic Salt Box Museum, located at 1350 Springfield Ave., from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. In case of rain, the event will be rescheduled for September 28, 2024. The festival will feature a series of presentations by the participating authors, offering attendees the chance to learn more about their works and the creative process....
Football: Governor Livingston Highlanders Ready for Season Bounce-Back
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - As the Governor Livingston Highlanders gear up for the upcoming football season, third-year Head Coach Pete Ramiccio remains optimistic about the team's prospects. After a solid 6-4 record last season and making just their second state playoff appearance since 2009, the Highlanders are focused on continuing their upward trajectory, despite some key departures. The Highlanders will need to overcome the graduation of several critical players, including Owen Chait (RB/ILB), James Campbell (DT/DE), Matt Shaffer (WR/CB), and others who played crucial roles including Michael Geertsma (WR/FS), Aidan Kyi (WR/CB), James Daoulabani (C), Chase Conzolo (WR/OLB),...
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