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Yikes! 1 in 5 New Jerseyans turn to alcohol before these decisions
We have plenty of reasons to be stressed in New Jersey, and finances are definitely one of the bigger issues. Yeah, I’m looking at you, tolls and property taxes. A recent survey was put out by Card Rates that highlighted the number of New Jerseyans who turn to alcohol when making some of their bigger financial decisions.
Intruders Disrupt Quiet Night in Erwin Park Road in Montclair
MONTCLAIR, NJ - A burglary was reported last week, police officials announced Tuesday. The Montclair Police Department stated that on August 12, an Erwin Park Road resident reported an unusual commotion outside their residence.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The homeowners reported hearing suspicious noises that prompted them to check outside. As they were peering through their window, they were alarmed to see two vehicles parked at the edge of their driveway. They noticed at least two men on their property carrying flashlights. The intruders fled the scene when they realized they had been spotted by the residents. Upon inspection, the homeowners discovered the rear door wide open. Further investigation revealed that a wallet and a backpack, which had been left on the dining room table, were missing. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
New sushi spot opening first NJ location in popular shopping mall
It’s great to hear when there’s news of a new storefront or business opening up in the Garden State especially when it’s a restaurant with a bar, of course. And you can’t go wrong with any kind of Asian fusion food. Just add a martini bar and you’ve got a line out the door.
Dog trainers in NJ don’t have to be certified — should that change?
Just say you're a dog trainer, and voila, you're a dog trainer. There's no legal requirement that one be certified in order to be hired to teach a dog behaviors and skills. But advocates say it's time for that to change. And a bill introduced in Trenton paves the way for New Jersey to become the first state in the U.S. to make the move.
Trio of First Half Goals Pace Navy in 3-2 Victory over FDU
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The Navy women's soccer team recorded its second home win in three days as the Mids (2-2) came out fast with two goals in the opening six minutes and three overall scores in the first half to pick up a 3-2 victory over a Fairleigh Dickinson squad that was voted second in the NEC preseason coaches' poll. Rylee Rives (Sr., Arlington, Texas) paced Navy's effort at the Glenn Warner Soccer Facility against FDU (0-2-1) with her first career two-goal game.
The best states to live in — do you agree with NJ’s ranking?
⚫ A new report ranks the 50 states, based on 51 factors. ⚫ NJ performs better than Pennsylvania and New York. Dozens of measures have been analyzed in order to determine the best places to live in. The personal finance website WalletHub is out its 2024 list of the best...
17 splash parks in N.J. to celebrate the last days of summer
This story was originally published in August 2023 and has been updated with additional information. Warm summer weather is making a return to New Jersey this weekend, with temperatures expected to climb back into the upper 80s. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
Bloomfield Police Launch 'Cops in Crosswalks' Initiative
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- To enhance public awareness of pedestrian safety and minimize injuries and fatalities, the Bloomfield Police Department will intensify enforcement against drivers who fail to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. The "Cops in Crosswalks" initiative will be implemented across the township. Undercover officers will act as pedestrians in crosswalks, and any driver observed not stopping will be reported to their colleagues in nearby patrol cars for a traffic stop.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER With the new school year underway, the "Cops in Crosswalks" campaign will place extra emphasis on unsafe driving in school zones throughout the community. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
NJ Casting Call for Adam Sandler’s Happy Gilmore 2 Netflix Movie
Here's your big chance. How would you like to be in a movie?. Hollywood, here you come...well, actually New Jersey. Yup. The Netflix movie, Happy Gilmore 2, is going to be casting and filming in New Jersey, according to MSN. Happy Gilmore 2 is the sequel to the wildly popular...
Action Park ‘survivors’ to share memories of N.J.’s most insane amusement park
Eric Fiorito has fond memories of visiting Action Park in Sussex County as a teen in the 1980s. That includes the time he broke his nose on the Cannonball Loop, the infamous looping water slide that was among Action Park’s beloved and hazardous attractions before the iconic waterpark closed in 1996.
Women rally for charity at Garden Party
WESTWOOD—The Garden Party, held on Aug. 15, is a members’ social event founded by The Contemporaries committee of GFWC/NJSFWC The Woman’s Club of Westwood. This midsummer gathering offers an opportunity to wine and dine in a backyard setting while celebrating the club’s largest beneficiaries—organizations that received donations throughout the club year.
Montessori school wins year extension on ‘Charlie Brown’s’
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—Apple Montessori Schools, which plans to construct an early childhood education school at 95 Linwood Ave., prominent site of a defunct Charlie Brown’s restaurant, was granted a one-year extension of the Zoning Board’s 2023 approval of its amended site plan application. The board on Aug....
The times when idiots in NJ went too far with wild animals
Oh, great. Making us the laughingstock of the country, this story had to go national. Some Mensa candidate went to the Cohanzick Zoo in Bridgeton and she could have had her arm ripped off. This woman decided to climb over the outer barrier and enter the enclosure where a Bengal...
Jersey Shore, Meet The Remote-Controlled Lifeguard! [VIDEO]
While the beaches along the NJ coastline are absolutely gorgeous, they're not always the calmest of waters. It's not unusual to hear about certain summer days putting the local lifeguards to work. New Jersey's beaches present a challenging job to lifeguards that requires them to stay vigilant and handle various situations.
Old Tappan won’t throw in with proposed ‘four-town’ ambulance service study
PASCACK VALLEY—Following discussion at its Aug. 19 meeting, the Old Tappan Borough Council decided not to participate in a planned four-town study of joint ambulance services. However, the mayor emphasized that they remain committed to increasing daytime coverage for the local ambulance corps. Old Tappan’s decision leaves three neighbors—Hillsdale,...
NJ bill stifles colleges but saves you lots of money
⚫ New legislation takes on tuition hikes at public colleges. ⚫ The bill specifically targets in-state tuition rates. ⚫ The proposal is being made in anticipation of an "enrollment cliff" Your kid commits to college at one price, but that price can change year after year. To make the college...
These are the most cost-efficient school districts in NJ — and they’re still hurting
TOMS RIVER — The state is forcing a school district that already has one of the tightest belts in New Jersey to suffer through massive budget cuts. When it comes to spending per pupil, Toms River is the second most efficient district of its size and the fourth most efficient district in New Jersey out of around 600.
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