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Resident Spots Mountain Lion Near Woods in Montville, NJ
Are there cougars or mountain lions in New Jersey?. The official word from the State of New Jersey is "no", but more and more residents are saying yes. Over the last couple of years, we've published dozens of reported eyewitness accounts of big cats in New Jersey. While most of the sightings have been in the northern parts of the state, there have been reports from South Jersey as well.
New Jersey’s Most Creative Hot Dog Spot Is Opening A 2nd Location
I won't lie, I've never lived somewhere that's as into hot dogs as New Jersey. I don't know what it is about them, but it seems like everyone in Jersey has their favorite hot dog stand. Whether it's the Wunder Wiener in Beachwood, Dickies Dogs in Toms River, or this...
An old fashioned solution to the rodent invasion in NJ
The hot weather has been bringing in some unwelcome guests into New Jersey homes, rodents. Essex County in particular has seen a rise in rodent activity throughout the summer. The heat becomes too much for rodents like rats in the wild so they turn to places like our homes for food and shelter.
Summit, N.J. homeowners say backyards are falling into a brook
SUMMIT, N.J. – Homeowners in one New Jersey town say their backyards are falling into a brook.A handful of homes by the brook along Springfield Avenue and Summit Road in Summit are seeing their yards disappear. The homeowners partly blame it on a broken Union County pipe."The storm water drain is so damaged that the water shoots out like a fire hydrant," homeowner Lynette McKeon said.State, local officials survey damage in Summit, N.J.CBS News New York was there when State Sen. Jon Bramnick and Summit's recently elected council members came to see the most recent damage."Whether it's a retaining wall,...
So much going on in North Jersey this weekend! See things to do, Aug. 22-25
The weather is going to be perfect this weekend, so get your outdoor music while you can, as many concert series are starting to wind down for the summer. The Past Masters bring classic rock to Hasbrouck Heights. Vanessa Perea's jazz vocals fill the streets of Montclair. Too Many Godz do the...
Historic letter written by George Washington in New Jersey going up for auction
A historic letter written by George Washington in Morristown, New Jersey is going up for auction.The letter was written to Col. Stephen Moylan of the Fourth Continental Light Dragoons on January 5, 1780.That's not long after Washington and his troops got to the area for winter encampment.The letter says," Dear Sir, The Board of War are anxious to complete an arrangement of the four Regimes of Cavalry and have wrote to me on that account . You will therefore be pleased to forward that of your regiment as speedily as possible. As this will be first upon record in the...
N.J. police chief who lost $210k job used homophobic slurs, ripped mayor, new docs show
Roselle Police Chief Stacey Williams lost his job in July, when the borough fired him after an investigation concluded he had made graphic homophobic remarks to his officers. Now, an internal affairs report shows just what those alleged slurs were. One was made to a friend in the presence of...
These North Jersey towns are hottest zip codes for homebuyers in 2024 so far
As buyers continue navigating North Jersey's seemingly unpredictable housing market, some towns have become more sought-after than others. Whether it's due to home prices, access to a downtown, proximity to New York City or the number of amenities available, these areas have become homebuying hubs as we slightly pass the 2024 half-way...
Mosquito spraying set for Thursday night in 2 Warren County towns
WARREN COUNTY, NJ – The Warren County Mosquito Commission has announced that it will be spraying against mosquitoes Thursday night, weather permitting, in parts of Lopatcong Township, and Phillipsburg. The mosquito spraying will go on from 8:00 p.m. – 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22, with an alternate date...
The Township of Verona Is Hiring
VERONA, NJ - The Township of Verona is looking for a full-time custodial worker who will work at Verona Town Hall, the Police Department, and the Public Library. The Township of Verona says responsibilities may include garbage removal, sweeping, vacuuming, washing and cleaning windows/floors, floor polishing, dusting, and more. The workweek is Monday through Friday, with a starting salary of $47,284. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Candidates must be flexible during working hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license and, the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language sufficiently to perform the job. Evening hours are required. For more information on the job or to apply, click here. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
New Jersey Couple Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Federal COVID-19 Relief Program
TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey couple admitted to fraudulently obtaining approximately $790,000 in federal Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) payments, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced on Tuesday. Diana…
Join Macculloch Hall at the 50th Annual Canal Day Music and Craft Festival; Saturday Aug. 24
WHARTON, NJ - Community members are invited to the 50th Annual Canal Day Music & Craft Festival on Saturday August 24 from 10am - 5pm. The music and craft festival will take place at Hugh Force Canal Park located at 180 West Central Avenue in Wharton. What is Canal Day? Well, Canal day celebrates the Morris Canal, and its technological innovations that contributed to the development of Northern NJ. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Schedule of events is as follows: Great Field Bandshell Musical Performers 10:30 a.m. to noon: Norton Smull Band Noon - 1 p.m.: The...
Former Plainfield mayoral candidate indicted on eight counts of election fraud
PLAINFIELD – A former city mayoral candidate has been indicted on charges of submitting hundreds of fraudulent voter registration applications to Union County election officials and then attempting to cover up his actions. Dr. Henrilynn Ibezim, 70, was indicted on eight counts – the second-degree crimes of election fraud and trafficking in personal identifying information pertaining to another person; the third-degree crimes of criminal attempt to commit false registration or transfer, tampering with public records or information,...
Mayor Nicastro continues to visit businesses throughout Mount Olive
Mayor Nicastro continues to visit businesses throughout Mount Olive. In photo Vinny Bruzzese technician ,Joe Carpini Helper technician , Scott Gannon Owner Head technician, Mayor Joe Nicastro , Ron Albertson lead technician , Shannon Kay company assistant. Mayor Nicastro continues to visit businesses throughout Mount Olive added by Sam Nicastro...
Summit NJ Task Force Tackles Homelessness Issue
SUMMIT, NJ – During the recent Common Council meeting, Mayor Elizabeth Fagen, MD updated the community on the progress of the special Task Force on Homelessness, an initiative she launched last spring to address the issue. Fagan noted 25 people representing a broad range of interests began to meet on June 17, and have met 11 times already this summer. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “The group has broad representation from police, fire, EMS, Bridges, Warm Hearts, clergy, Family Promise, Bridgeway, Overlook Hospital, downtown Summit business owners and Summit residents,” Fagan said. She went on...
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