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Rutgers club helps young adults with autism gain independence. Now it could go national
Frances De Cicco found herself at a crossroads this year, unable to drive and unable to work. The 22-year-old from Union County has autism, but at her age, she no longer qualifies for the state-funded programs her peers attend to fill out their days and learn life skills. Her mother, Leah, was...
Newark Public Schools introduces longer school day for new year
NEWARK, N.J. (PIX11) — Kids and parents can expect longer days when they head back this upcoming school year, Newark Public Schools announced. Starting this 2024-2025 academic year all grades kindergarten through 12th grade will start their day at 8:15 a.m. and end at 3:05 p.m. The change amounts to a total of seven and […]
Electric Truck Charging Station, First of Type in N.J., Gets Newark Approval
NEWARK — It’s going to be electric. That’s the plan for a “Zero-Emission Vehicle Fueling Facility” the Central Planning Board on Monday approved for 4.9 acres at 567-589 Wilson Ave., just off the New Jersey Turnpike. It is for charging electric-powered commercial trucks.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “The proposed project is the first of its kind in New Jersey and aligns with the city’s vision for future environmental sustainability by helping to decarbonize the future transportation around the port,” Chris Murphy, an attorney representing the real estate and logistics company Prologis, said. Prologis is...
Theater Flooded Again, Seeks Donations
The Studio Playhouse, which counts several Verona residents among its performers and directors, has once again been damaged by a flash flood. The theater, located on Valley Road in Montclair, was hit by 3 1/2 feet of flood water in Sunday’s storm. The flooding was so strong that it breached a garage door replaced after the last flood in 2018.
‘No. 1 priority’: Paterson superintendent races against time to find teachers
PATERSON, N.J. (PIX11) — Paterson Public Schools is working against the clock to find teachers. A dynamic experience with many challenges is how Paterson’s superintendent of schools described her first year on the job. She is on a mission to find educators who fit the district’s needs before the new academic year begins in just […]
Montclair Public Library, Succeed2gether’s Montclair Literary Festival and Montclair Local Present Two Stellar Journalists in Conversation
Registration is open! On Wednesday, September 25, at 7 p.m., Montclair Public Library, Succeed2gether’s Montclair Literary Festival, and The Montclair Local welcome two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning author and New York Times Op Ed columnist Nicholas D. Kristof to discuss “Chasing Hope: A Reporter’s Life,” a candid wide-ranging memoir, with Stephen Engelberg, editor in chief of ProPublica. The program will take place at First Congregational Church of Montclair at 40 S. Fullerton Avenue. Register now at bit.ly/MLFKristof.
Beginning this fall, NJPAC will offer new professional readiness program
Inspired by businessman and philanthropist Ed Hajim’s 2023 book “The Island of the Four Ps: A Modern Fable About Preparing for Your Future,” a new program that will launch at NJPAC in Newark this fall, titled The Ed Hajim Professional Readiness Program, will help aspiring artists create a successful career in the performing arts world.
‘Ecstatic’ and experienced Belvidere football ready to take on all challenges
Happy doesn’t adequately describe the mood around Belvidere football. “We’re ecstatic,” said senior wide receiver and defensive back Mason Chamberlain. “We’ve got chemistry up and down the team. We’ve got everyone back. We’re excited.” The County Seaters might well have good reason to be, if experience means anything.
New Libby's Lunch owner now says he will renovate, not demolish. Menu will have hot dogs
PATERSON — The new owner of the Libby’s Lunch property said Monday that he no longer is looking to demolish the one-story cinderblock building and instead will do renovations so he can reopen the restaurant in about three months. Sal Washah, who made the highest bid, $850,000, for the property in the city’s...
SCALE Lending Provides $75 Million Bridge Loan for 294-Unit Project in Little Ferry, Jersey
LITTLE FERRY, N.J. — SCALE Lending, the debt financing arm of Slate Property Group, has provided a $75 million bridge loan for a 294-unit project that is nearing completion in the New York City suburb of Little Ferry. Located at 110 Bergen Turnpike, the asset is expected to receive its temporary certificate of occupancy during the current quarter. The property will also feature 8,356 square feet of retail space.
Storm takes out Madison's electric utility as county fields 1,000 emergency calls
Madison took the brunt of a fierce Sunday night storm that dropped more than 4 inches of rain on parts of Morris County and damaged the borough's electrical utility, leaving thousands in the dark. While power was restored to about 17,000 customers by Monday morning, permanent repairs to downed electrical lines could take two days, borough officials said. ...
Injuries reported after multi-vehicle crash on I-80 in Morris County
PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS, NJ (Morris County) – Non-life-threatening injuries were reported in a Monday morning multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 80 in Morris County, according to New Jersey State Police spokesperson Sergeant Jeffrey Lebron. The crash happened at around 7:24 a.m. on Interstate 80 westbound at milepost 46.2 in Parsippany-Troy Hills,...
Unveiling RevolutionNJ: Monmouth County Prepares for America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration
Sea Girt, NJ - During the recent Sea Girt Council meeting, Morris County Commissioner Director Tom Arnone and County Clerk Christine Hanlon unveiled plans to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, known as the Semiquincentennial. This initiative is part of a broader statewide effort under RevolutionNJ, which spans all New Jersey counties and aligns with the national framework to honor this significant milestone. Both Arnone and Hanlon have been appointed as co-chairs for Monmouth County’s theme, "Freedom's Battleground." The main event will be chaired by former U.S. Treasurer Rosie Rios. Rios emphasized the forward-looking nature of the celebration, stating,...
One Of The Most Popular New Jersey Festival Dates Have Been Released
The dates and times for one of New Jersey’s most popular festivals have been released. If you have never been to the Irish Festival at Smithville, this may be the year you finally get there. The 2024 dates for the massively popular festival have been released, so mark them...
New Jersey property taxes by county — 7 among nation’s highest
💲 Average property taxes top $10,000 in several New Jersey counties. 💲 New Jersey still has the nation's highest average rate. 💲 The bill is less than $250 in select U.S. counties. Property taxes vary drastically across the 50 states. Folks in New Jersey feel the greatest...
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