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Many NJ residents are itching to travel. What you should know if you're planning a trip
Passaic County travel agent Ruby Stanfield has never seen her phone lines and email inbox so busy. Everyone wants to travel these days. And they’re willing to pay top dollar now to get away. “We have been busy all year long — it’s been crazy since COVID,” said Stanfield, who owns Ruby’s Travel...
Employment program gives young adults hands-on experience in entertainment industry
A new summer program is allowing young adults to get hands-on experience in the arts and entertainment industry in Newark, New Jersey.Young adults from ages 18-24 participated in training including sound engineering and professional recording, media and TV production, acting and the entertainment business at Galaxy Sound Studios."I really want these kids to get things that school can't teach them in music classes," said Cashmere King, Owner of Galaxy Sound Studios.Newark is becoming a major hub for arts and entertainment, with Lionsgate Studios moving there, and the presence of New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Newark Symphony Hall, and the Prudential...
Fundraiser to Support Children of Montclair Schools Superintendent
The Montclair community is coming together to support the family of Montclair School Superintendent Dr. Jonathan Ponds, by starting a college fund for his three sons. A GoFundMe started by Tessie Thomas and shared by Montclair Schools PTA groups has raised more than $40,000 as of Thursday afternoon. The goal is to raise $150,000 to fund college for the Montclair Schools superintendent’s three young sons, ages 10, 12 and 14.
Triple Threat Theatre presents ‘Then and Now,’ an alumni cabaret show Friday at DaNoi Restaurant
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Dee Quinones-Kanevsky, the artistic director and choreographer of Triple Threat Theatre, a musical theater program for juniors and teens ages 5 through 17, is shouting news about a Triple Threat Theatre dance event set for Friday, July 19 from 7 to 9 p.m. at DaNoi Restaurant in Rosebank.
Christmas in July Promotion to Turn New Brunswick's George Street into a Winter Wonderland
NEW BRUNSWICK – Here comes Santa Claus – right down George Street?!?! Yes, Santa and Mrs. Claus will make a special appearance on Saturday as City Center celebrates Christmas in July between Church and Paterson streets.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The street will be transformed into a winter wonderland with Christmas music, decorations, small Christmas trees and a snow-making machine. Residents – with or without their pets – will be able to get a head start on those Christmas cards by taking selfies with Santa and Mrs. Claus against a holiday backdrop complete with...
Water utility issues mandatory alert for 2 NJ counties
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP — New Jersey American Water has issued an alert to conserve water in two counties as the utility conducts emergency repairs. The company said Sunday around 4:45 p.m. that it was repairing a 36-inch valve at the Jumping Brook Water Treatment Plant in Neptune Township. Between the...
Sayreville National Night Out on August 6, 2024
SAYREVILLE, NJ - The Sayreville Police Department will host their annual National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Veteran's Park (behind Borough Hall). This event will run from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and give Sayreville residents the chance to meet Sayreville Police Officers, Firemen, and EMS workers, as well as see Sayreville Police Cars, Firetrucks, and Ambulances.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER National Night Out will also feature bounce houses, music, food, and Rita's Ice. For more information, email communityoutreach@sayreville.com. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Deafness, bullies haven't stood in her way: NYC woman leads Sanitation Dept. boxing team
For Andrea Moore, who was born deaf, boxing has always been a gift. Introduced to the sport as a teen by her parents as a way to deal with issues that arose as a result of bullying, the Rossville resident quickly fell in love with the sweet science. Now, nearly two decades later, boxing is the gift she shares with others.
Clark Library to Host Indian Music Event
CLARK, NJ — The Clark Public Library will host “Move to the Music, Bollywood Style with Enjoy Explore India” in the Ayers Room on Thursday, July 18, at 7 p.m. Indian music and dance are becoming increasingly integral parts of mainstream culture through the influence of Bollywood cinema. The event will celebrate this unique cultural blend, showcasing the connection between American and Indian popular culture.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Attendees will have the opportunity to dance to the beats of Bollywood music and immerse themselves in the lively and colorful world of Indian dance. The organization...
Madison To Hold July Board of Ed Meeting July 23
MADISON, NJ - The Madison Board of Education is scheduled to take place July 23. The public session will take place at 7pm. YouTube Live Link:https://youtube.com/live/FqQhcR13GJwCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Zoom Webinar Links:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84172062871?pwd=gFIAcHNh89lfrArERYaSdhPKiaCjeF.1 Passcode: 757090 Get your local news delivered to your inbox for FREE each day. Sign up to get all the news as it happens at www.TAPinto.net/enews and follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MadisonTAP/ and on Twitter at @MadisonTAP to get all the news as it happensDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Celebrating Something Special? Showcase Your Wedding, Christening, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Graduation, Reunion and MORE on TAPinto Milestones! For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Staten Island’s ‘Community Giants’: Thousands tune in for ‘Celebrating Pride’ panel discussion
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee of the Advance/SILive.com hosted its third panel discussion on July 9 at the newsroom’s headquarters, Bloomfield. The 75-minute event has garnered close to 11,000 plays on Facebook Live. “Conversation with Community Giants: Celebrating Pride” featured three of Staten...
Staten Island justice center, with innovative approach to crime fighting, is step closer to reality
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Mayor Eric Adams and Councilwoman Kamillah Hanks (D-North Shore) announced a significant investment that will go toward the establishment of the Staten Island Community Justice Center — the first justice center of its kind in the borough. By offering alternatives to traditional court processes,...
Pingry School Senior, Mia Libretti, Recognized for Her Volunteer Service by the Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center.
Mia Libretti, a senior at The Pingry School, was presented with the Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center’s Ruth Award at an awards ceremony on June 18. This award is presented annually to a senior high school student who is an active Morristown Medical Center volunteer and completes more than 50 hours and six months of consecutive service. The Ruth Award, which is a one-time award of $500 to offset the cost of college tuition, is designed to recognize outstanding service to Morristown Medical Center for dependability, loyalty and unselfish service to others. Senior high school students...
Council to Begin Manager Search Process, Lapolla Can Apply
It was almost a year ago when Montclair was supposed to start a search for a new town manager. Now, Montclair’s new council is moving the process forward. At the first regular council meeting of the new council, Mayor Dr. Renee Baskerville addressed plans for the township manager position. Baskerville spoke after a public comment session where six town employees praised Michael Lapolla, the interim town manager.
Little League NYS All-Star 10s softball: Great Kills bounces back with 15-0 win
ST. JAMES, L.I. -- Manager Katie Flynn’s Great Kills LL 10-year-old All-Star softball team has responded with a vengeance twice this summer season when its back has been against the wall. The girls avenged losses to South Shore LL (District 24) and Hillcrest LL (Section 3 South) to capture...
Housing lottery launches for 31 senior apartments on Staten Island
Housing lottery applications are open for 31 rent-stabilized apartments at a new development on Staten Island. New Yorkers who earn $56,538 to $218,010 are eligible to apply, depending on the size of the household. Rents start at $1,510 for a one-bedroom apartment. The smoke-free building at 80 Scarboro Ave. in...
Hanover Township's Mayor Gallagher Hosts Coalition Meeting to Solve Local Flooding Issues
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - Local Mayors from East Hanover, Morris Township, Florham Park and Parsippany joined Hanover Township Mayor Thomas 'Ace' Gallagher at a working lunch meeting on July 17th to further strategize their efforts to stop the repeated flooding that occurs in the Whippany River watershed every time there is a heavy rain. Congresswoman Mikie Sherill joined the group, presenting a check for $500,000 which will be used to start targeted removal of trees and other snag hazards from the Whippany River watershed. The towns have already used grant money (from previous awards) to hire Colliers Engineering...
SILive.com audio: Morning Report for July 18 has the Eric Garner 10th anniversary tribute, a picket line and more
Good morning Staten Island, and welcome to the brand new daily SILive.com morning report. Note that the stories in the report are editorially curated and then summarized and read aloud by artificial intelligence. Some variations in pronunciation, tone or diction may result. To get full reporting on each of these...
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