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Bergen County gas station attendant charged, accused of overcharging customers
A Park Ridge gas station attendant at Delta Gas was charged and accused of repeatedly overcharging customers, police said on Tuesday. Police alleged the unidentified attendant at the Kinderkamack Road Delta would manually charge more money when customers would use credit cards. When called out on the discrepancy by drivers, the attendant pretended it was a mistake and gave back the money, police said.
Another Hudson Valley, NY Manufacturing Plant Closing; 81 Layoffs
Another 81 New York workers will be laid off this Fall when a Hudson Valley manufacturing plant is officially acquired by another company and moves out of state. It's a news story that seems all too familiar in the Hudson Valley. Since February, hundreds of Hudson Valley factory workers have been laid off in a series of announcements about the mergers, closings or downsizing of businesses operating in New York State.
Ridgewood Receives Grant for Inclusive Playground at Habernickel Park
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Village of Ridgewood recently received a $68,000 Local Recreation Improvement Grant from the NJ Department of Community Affairs for the purchase and installation of an inclusive playground at Habernickel Park, intended to provide a safe and inclusive space specifically designed to promote play among children of differing abilities. "Building an inclusive playground at Habernickel Park will serve our special needs families and provide a safe space for all children to play and enjoy such a beautiful park," said Village Manager Keith Kazmark. "We thank the Department of Community Affairs for this grant, which will offset the...
Potential for bad gas situations on the minds of Westchester inspectors
NEW YORK -- CBS New York told you last week about multiple vehicles suffering significant damage after filling up at a gas station in Queens after water somehow got into the underground storage tanks.The city's Department of Consumer and Worker Protection said it sent an inspector to test the gasoline again Tuesday to make sure the issue has been resolved.Protecting you from that is very much on the radar of other local consumer protection officials.Westchester County officials are on the caseTanks that hold the fuel that flows through the pumps and into your vehicle are buried underground at more than...
Upgraded Rest Stop Opens on New York State Thruway
The New York State Thruway Authority is celebrating this week as one of the most traveled roads in New York become a little more "convenient" for Hudson Valley drivers. If you've ever found yourself driving on the New York State Thruway you know that every 50 miles or so there are service areas that drivers can use to fuel up, stretch their legs, use the restroom, and or get something to eat. The New York State Thruway Authority (NYSTA) currently has 27 service areas along the 500+ miles of controlled-access toll roads.
‘Forever chemicals’ in N.J. drinking water caused man’s cancer, lawsuit says
A New Jersey native who developed testicular cancer as a teenager says it was the result of being overly exposed to harmful, man-made chemicals for over two decades, according to a lawsuit filed Wednesday. The man had a son who has been diagnosed with autism, which the lawsuit alleges was connected to the man’s testicular cancer.
Longtime Firefighter, Marine, Navy Veteran From Westchester Dies: 'An Icon'
A beloved firefighter and veteran from Westchester is being remembered for his lifetime of service to others and his legendary clam-shucking skills. Rye Brook resident Raymond Nethercott, the most senior member of the Port Chester Fire Department's Washington Engine & Hose Co. #4, die…
Darlington County Park – Mahwah, NJ
Darlington County Park is home to The Lakes at Darlington. It is located at 600 Darlington Ave in Mahwah which is in northern New Jersey. This park is a total of 127 acres and features swimming lakes in the summer. There’s also a Wibit obstacle course on one of the lakes, called the Splash Zone.
Nyack super exits; remembering Sean Harris; find your fireworks: Rockland Angle
Looking for Independence Day fireworks and missed the earlier shows? Haverstraw has a show at around 9:30 p.m. July 2 (with a July 3 rain date) at Bowline Park, and you can view from behind the Lady Warren Hose Co. #5 firehouse during the volunteer department's wing night! Fireworks shows are slated for the July 3 and July 4 Boulders games. Around 9 p.m. July 4, Nyack hosts a fireworks show with people gathering at Memorial Park in Nyack (bring a chair or blanket — and bonus, you likely will also see displays at Tarrytown and Irvington across the river).
This Week: Independence Day in Ridgewood
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Fireworks will light up the night sky this week as the village celebrates independence day with a flag raising, parade, food trucks and more. Thursday, July 4CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Independence Day Independence Day Fireworks Celebration: Flag raising, Wilsey Square, 9 a.m. Parade, corner of Monroe Street and Godwin Avenue, 10 a.m. Gates open at Veterans Field, 6 p.m. Fireworks at Veterans Field, 9:15 p.m. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Woodland Park Officials Launch Investigation Following Surprise Resignation of Councilman
WOODLAND PARK, NJ - Woodland Park officials are moving quickly to seek answers to the surprise resignation of Councilman Ron Arnau, from both his elected and his Democratic Party positions. On Thursday, as first reported by NJ Globe, Arnau sent a letter via email to more than 30 individuals, including Mayor Tracy Kallert and Business Administrator Sam Yodice, saying that he no longer sees “a viable path forward to be an effective councilman, candidate, or WPDO Co-Chair.” By late Friday Arnau also sent the letter to Woodland Park’s Municipal Clerk, a necessary step to officially give up...
Cleaning effort in Paterson, NJ looks to spruce up commercial spaces
PATERSON - Mayor Andre Sayegh has been looking for a tool to spruce up city streets, and he tells New Jersey 101.5 the "Paterson is Picking Up" initiative is the answer. A cleaning crew is part of the ongoing effort to pick up trash along the six wards' commercial spaces; solar-powered trash receptacles have also been installed that alert the Department of Public Works when full.
World’s Largest ScreenX Auditorium to Open in New Jersey
RUTHERFORD, N.J. — B&B Theatres announced today the upcoming launch of a cutting-edge cinema and entertainment venue at American Dream in East Rutherford, New Jersey. This facility will feature the…
Rockland's feud with Hochul leaves seat on MTA board vacant for more than a year
Rockland County’s feud with Gov. Kathy Hochul over mass transit policy has left county taxpayers without a representative on the Metropolitan Transportation Authority board for more than a year. Rockland County Executive Ed Day and his preferred candidate for the seat, Neil Cosgrove, say the governor has shown disrespect...
Where in Wayne Contest for July 2024
WAYNE, NJ - It's time, once again, to see how well you know Wayne Township with our monthly Where in Wayne contest. The game is simple, just tell us where the picture was taken, and you have a chance to win a $50.00 Visa gift card from the Ellen & Roseanne Real Estate Team from Coldwell Banker. A patriotic picture is perfect for the week of Independence Day. Can you name where in Wayne this picture was taken?CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR ANSWER If you know where the picture was taken, you must answer by following this link: CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR ANSWER Remember, if you answer on social media, you are disqualified from the game. You can enter more than one answer, but you can only give the same answer once. Any multiple responses with the same answer will be deleted and be a waste of time and effort.DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Good Luck! For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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