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Power outages fluctuate in North Jersey nearly two days after storm
Thousands still remained without power heading into the weekend across storm-weary North Jersey, including some who were restored and later lost power again Friday morning, following a severe storm Wednesday that stirred up powerful winds, leaving downed power lines and trees in its wake. Winds gusted over 70 mph in...
Morris County still dealing with power outages day after storm
MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. (PIX11) — More than 24 hours after the storm, Morris County, N.J. families are still dealing with power outages. Several crews worked to restore power around Hanover Township Thursday evening, video from AIR11 showed. PIX11 News caught up with Lisa Malleo and her family as they were getting ready to turn on […]
June is Foster a Pet Month in NJ thanks to this North Jersey teen
Over the last year, a North Jersey Girl Scout has successfully turned her passion for animals into a statewide effort to advocate for the importance of fostering pets. Sophia Gillen, of Mountain Lakes, has been working on her gold award project, the most prestigious award a Girl Scout can receive, for just over a year. The project is called "Phenomenal Foster Pets" and is made up of various components including a proclamation from the governor and a fun patch to encourage advocacy for fostering pets.
A Complete Guide to Fourth of July Fireworks in North Jersey
North Jersey Readies for Spectacular Fourth of July Fireworks As Independence Day approaches, North Jersey communities are preparing for a dazzling array of fireworks displays across Bergen, Essex, Morris, Sussex,…
Rocky’s Pasties in Wharton Borough turns 100
WHARTON BOROUGH, NJ (Morris County) – Morris County Commissioner Deborah Smith presented a resolution of honor on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners today to Rocky’s Pasties for its 100th anniversary. The County Commissioner, Sheriff James Gannon, Mayor Bill Chegwidden, and representatives on behalf of U.S. Tom...
Expectant father, 30, killed by falling tree during NJ storm: Mayor
EAST ORANGE, N.J. (PIX11) — An expectant father man was killed by a falling tree in East Orange, New Jersey, according to East Orange Mayor Ted Green. Juan José Angeles Lopez, 30, was having a family barbecue in his backyard Wednesday when the unexpected summer storm started picking up, relatives told city officials. Around 8 […]
‘Big Rockshow’ and Fireworks to Light Up Parsippany on the 4th of July
PARSIPPANY — It’s almost Independence Day, and Parsippany is one of many towns in the Garden State set to light up the sky with fireworks to celebrate America’s independence. This year’s show is on Thursday, July 4, and begins dark at Parsippany Hills High School. Gates open...
Mosquito spraying set for Sunday morning in 2 Morris County towns
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – The Morris County Mosquito Commission has announced that it will be using an All-Terrain vehicle to treat a section of woods in Rockaway, and East Hanover Township on Sunday morning. The mosquito spraying will go on from 4:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. on Sunday, June...
Three of the dirtiest cities in America are here in NJ
When we tell outsiders where we’re from, we all get the eye roll. We’ve all heard the Jersey dis about smokestacks, pollution, litter, and grime. No one ever thinks of farmland, the gorgeous lakes and mountains, the Jersey shore, the hiking trails, the nature. All we ever hear about is the dirty reputation, which just isn’t warranted or fair.
Morris Habitat for Humanity opens Randolph condos, helping 12 families 'lay down roots'
RANDOLPH —Twelve families became homeowners Thursday as Morris Habitat for Humanity celebrated the completion of the biggest affordable housing project in its four-decade history. More than 30 volunteers, local officials and new residents attended the opening of the 12 condominium development in the township, known as The Crossings at...
Chatham Residents 'Workshop' Options for River Road/Watchung Redevelopment that is Coming with Affordable Housing Agreement
CHATHAM, NJ -- Chatham residents who complained about the 245-unit Ivy apartments at the corner of River Road and Watchung Avenue after the plans were set, are getting a second chance to have their say about redevelopment in the same neighborhood. Chatham residents rolled up their sleeves and broke into three groups on Thursday night, discussing and writing down their priorities for redevelopment in what is known as the "Gateway" zoning area at a public workshop coordinated by Chatham's redevelopment planner Fran Reiner at Borough Hall.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Reiner went over the public...
Yuck! New Jersey City Among the Dirtiest in America
We have some very clean towns up and down the South Jersey Shore. Places like Ocean City, Margate, Longport, Ventnor, Sea Isle, Avalon, Cape May, and the Wildwoods. We are blessed. New Jersey, though, is home to one of the dirtiest cities in America. Can you guess which one?. Newark...
Montclair is hiring for several municipal positions
Montclair is hiring a communications specialist, maintenance worker, crossing guard, and principal clerk among other positions. Applications accepted online. The Jersey Bee’s staff includes producers and editors who work together to gather, verify, and report useful local news and information.
Alleging toxic environment, Woodland Park councilman quits
Citing discriminatory comments toward the LGBTQ community and people of color, bullying, and retaliatory behavior, Woodland Park Councilman Ronnie Arnau resigned after less than six months in office and will drop out of the race for a full term in the November general election. Arnau has also stepped down as...
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