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Staten Island woman charged in alleged hit-and-run crash that grievously injured pregnant woman
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A Clifton woman has been charged following a horrifying hit-and-run accident in New Brighton that left a pregnant woman with a slew of serious injuries, authorities allege. Anajah Bermudez, 23, of Kimberly Lane, was arraigned in state Supreme Court, St. George, on various charges of...
See all homes sold in Middlesex County, Sept. 23 to Sept. 29
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Middlesex County reported from Sept. 23 to Sept. 29. There were 89 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,511-square-foot home on Highland Street in East Brunswick that sold for $540,599.
😢 The Mills at Jersey Gardens | Mall in Elizabeth, New Jersey 😢 Extremely sad
Shopping malls have become important social and cultural spaces, offering not only a place to shop but also a venue for socializing, entertainment, and community events. Online shopping trends have influenced the retail landscape, but shopping malls continue to be popular destinations for those seeking a diverse and interactive shopping experience. Retail Stores: Malls typically have a wide range of retail stores, including clothing stores, electronics shops, bookstores, and more...
Oh, no! Port strike could trigger booze shortage in New Jersey
🍷 The majority of imported beer, wine and spirits arrive at East Coast ports. 🍌 Fresh fruits and veggies are rotting at Port Philadelphia. The strike by dock workers in New Jersey, Philadelphia and along the entire East Coast shows no signs of ending anytime soon and the possibility of product shortages grows by the day.
Money-laundering probe leads to DEA raids on Staten Island; 3 with borough ties charged
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) raids last week on Staten Island were part of a multi-state investigation into a massive criminal enterprise where money was laundered from illegal sales of marijuana, according to multiple sources. Authorities allege that the money trail of illegal weed exchanged...
Street is Named After New Jersey Music Legend
New Jersey has spawned quite a few legends in the music business. Our history of providing some of the best to the world of music goes back a very long time. The list seems neverending. As time goes by, those in the younger generation may blurt out names like Bruce...
Use Fresh Herbs to Flavor Holiday Meals
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Grow, harvest and season your holiday meals with fresh herbs grown indoors in a windowsill garden. Add to the experience by using potted herbs and a few holiday adornments to dress up the table. You and your family will enjoy snipping a few fresh herbal sprigs to season your meal to your own taste.Include herbs your family likes, those that complement your menu and are easy to grow indoors like basil, oregano, parsley, chives, thyme, and sage. Purchase plants so they will be ready to harvest for the holidays. Many garden centers now carry herb...
Murder trial upcoming for co-defendant in Staten Island music studio slaying
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Jury selection is scheduled to begin next week in the 2021 shooting death of a Staten Island man at a local music studio. The defendant, Darren ( Frenchie) Boyd, 33, is facing charges that include second-degree murder, first-degree assault and criminal possession of a weapon in connection with the incident.
Bicyclist hospitalized after he’s struck by co-worker’s car
A bicyclist in Union County was hospitalized Tuesday after he was struck by a car driven by a co-worker who said he didn’t see him, authorities said. The crash occurred about 10 p.m. on Bayway Circle in Elizabeth, according to a city spokeswoman. After the bicyclist was hit, the...
The meatball parm knish at this iconic N.J. deli is Jewish-Italian soul food
Hobby’s in Newark is beloved for its classic Jewish deli fare. The Brick City culinary staple has served elite pastrami, matzo ball soup and potato latkes for more than 60 years — revered enough to earn the top spot on NJ.com’s list of best Jewish delis. But...
National pharmacy chain to lay off 2,900 employees
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- CVS has announced it will lay off 2,900 employees, accounting for about 1% of the company’s workforce. “Our industry faces continued disruption, regulatory pressures, and evolving consumer needs and expectations, so it is critical that we remain competitive and operate at peak performance,” the company noted in a statement. “As we previously disclosed, we’ve embarked on a multi-year initiative to deliver $2 billion in cost savings by reducing expenses and investing in technologies to enhance how we work.”
Man Sentenced to 4+ Years for Checks Stolen from U.S. Mail
ESSEX COUNTY, N.J. - An Essex County man, Baba Diakite, 23, of East Orange, New Jersey, was sentenced to 51 months in prison for his involvement in a bank fraud conspiracy involving the theft of checks from the U.S. mail, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger. Diakite had previously pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge before U.S. District Judge Esther Salas, who imposed the sentence in Newark federal court.
Guttenberg Wrestler Alan Vera Garcia, 33, Dies Weeks After Cardiac Arrest Playing Soccer
Garcia, of Guttenberg, was born in Cuba and the first Cuban wrestler to win a national championship in the United States in Greco-Roman wrestling, his obituary on the Barquin Funeral Home site reads. His obituary includes a comprehensive list of Garcia's accomplishments as a wrestler, most recently having been a...
National Park Service Approves Plans for New Athletic Fields at Thomas A. Edison Park
EDISON, NJ - The National Park Service has approved the county’s plan for the Thomas A. Edison Park, including the construction of new fields, playgrounds, bike pathways and more. The NPS has issued a Finding of No Significant Impact, meaning the project will have no major effect on the quality of the environment.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “This new and improved park is designed for the enjoyment of County residents and visitors, to foster and address the growth of athletics and public recreation for generations to come,” said Middlesex County Commissioner Ronald Rios in...
AriZona iced tea is launching Wonka-esque factory tour in NJ
My father would have absolutely loved this. He loved machines, and the more automated the process, the better. He could get lost in watching industrial films and found assembly lines fascinating. Having lived in Rahway most of his life, Woodbridge wouldn’t have been far. What Dad would have loved...
Hub Stine Track and Field Expected to Open to Public on Monday
PLAINFIELD, NJ — While the Plainfield Public School held a ribbon cutting for its new track and turf field on Friday, September 20, right before the football team's 41-0 rout of Perth Amboy, the facilities have not yet opened to the public as the finishing touches are made.On Monday, the Plainfield Board of Education reported that the track required two additional layers of stenciling to finalize the lane markings and that additional district branding needed to be added. The district anticipates completing these enhancements by Monday, October 7, when they are expected to open the track and 78,000 turf field to the public. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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