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What $1 million can buy you in Warren County
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of Warren County, here’s what sold for or under $1,000,000 between July 8 and July 14. Below, we provide an overview of the top 10 properties in each area, chosen for their proximity to the desired price range and the largest living spaces.
Ex-N.J. biology teacher loses license after attacking someone with hammer
A former Tenafly High School teacher has lost his teaching license after he backed into one car and hit a second vehicle before attacking someone with a hammer in Bergen County, according to state Department of Education documents. The biology teacher, Christopher Icochea, resigned in 2021, two years before the...
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...
Newark’s community fridge targets food insecurity
Mayor Ras Baraka joined the United Community Corporation and the city’s Center for Hope to officially open the Hyatt Courts community refrigerator on Wednesday. “It’s an opportunity for people in the community to have access to this food a couple times a week, without pay, as long as it is available,” said Baraka. “Especially with the high cost of living, high cost of groceries, the high cost of rent, the high cost of everything in this country. . . This makes this incredibly important now more than any other time.”
The Crane House and Historic YWCA Museum is closed through Sep. 7
The Crane House and Historic YWCA Museum in Montclair will be closed through Sep. 7 due to the heat. It will open on Sep. 8. The Jersey Bee’s staff includes producers and editors who work together to gather, verify, and report useful local news and information.
Tickets are available for South Orange Downtown’s 2024 Beer Fest
Tickets are available for South Orange Downtown’s Beer Fest for ages 21+ scheduled for Sep. 14. The event is from 2-6 p.m. at Sloan Parking Lot. Tickets range from $15-40. The Jersey Bee’s staff includes producers and editors who work together to gather, verify, and report useful local news and information.
The Show Must Go On: Back in the Day to Take Stage for Resheduled Concert Tonight
TOTOWA, NJ - With last night's concert canceled due to weather, it's a Rock & Roll Thursday in Totowa tonight. Back in the Day is set to take the stage at the Municipal Front Lawn, 537 Totowa Road, for their rescheduled show.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Starting at 7:00 p.m., lead singer Brian Glesias, along with Bill Henderson and Gene Boucher on lead and bass guitars, and Greg Hedgepeth keeping the beat behind the drums, will play a variety of classic rock hits from the 70s, 89s, 90s, and early 2000s. All four musicians are graduates of Passaic Valley High School, lining tonight's show to be one of the loudest reunions around. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
'It could have been bad': Witnesses describe Phillipsburg building fire that damaged popular restaurant and apartment
PHILLIPSBURG, N.J. - An investigation is underway into the cause of a structure fire in New Jersey. Officials say residents are safe after flames broke out in Phillipsburg Thursday morning. Inside the boarded-up building at 473 South Main Street, it sounded like a fire alarm was still beeping Thursday evening.
Fundraiser nets more than $41K for sons of N.J. superintendent who died unexpectedly
A fundraising campaign for the family of Montclair Public Schools Superintendent Jonathan Ponds, who died suddenly last week, is collecting donations to help cover college costs for his children. The GoFundMe campaign had raised more than $41,000 as of Thursday afternoon toward a goal of $150,000. More than 180 people...
Paterson approves $8.6M contract to repave pothole marred River Street
PATERSON — The long-delayed resurfacing project for pothole-plagued River Street moved forward this week as the City Council approved an $8.6 million construction contract. Mayor Andre Sayegh said the work should start in August and be completed next spring. Paterson ended up getting a lower price on the contract...
Program for First-Generation Graduate Students Fills Gap
Nationwide, first-generation undergrad students are increasingly being recognized for the challenges they face navigating college as the first in their families to seek higher education. First-generation graduate students--defined as the first in their families to earn undergraduate degrees and pursue graduate studies--often receive less support, and have a different set...
Bayonne City Council OKs 182-unit project with rec center, no affordable housing
The Bayonne City Council approved the second reading of an ordinance for a new development on West 25th Street with 182 units, none of which are affordable housing, and a recreation center at last night’s meeting. “How many affordable housing units are in it?” former Council President Sharon Ashe-Nadrowski...
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.
Fair Lawn/Glen Rock Athletes Starred In Outdoor College Sports This Spring
Several Fair Lawn and Glen Rock student-athletes made their mark in collegiate sports this past outdoor season. Let’s take a look at some of their accomplishments. This is the first installation: Sam Murri (Fair Lawn High School) was a senior defender and midfielder for the Kean University (Union, New Jersey) women’s lacrosse squad this year. Murris started in all 17 games and 17 goals and five assists for Kean.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Cougars tallied an overall record of 9-8 with a mark of 5-3 at home and one victory in the...
Scooterist Fatally Struck By Vehicle In Newark: Prosecutor
At 5:25 p.m., Kenneth Roy William was riding a motorized scooter when it collided with a 2016 Jeep at Frelinghuysen Avenue and Carrington Street, a spokesman for the Essex County Prosecutor's Office said. William was transported to University Hospital where he was pronounced dead soon after, authorities said. The driver...
Fandango Founder J. Michael Cline Dead at 64 After Jumping From NYC Hotel
Another tragic death has occurred in a series of unfortunate events this month. J. Michael Cline, the founder of the popular movie ticket website Fandango, has died. Cline jumped from the top of a New York City building on July 17, according to TMZ. He was 64 years old. Fandango...
Tonight's Severe Thunderstorm Watch and Excessive Heat Warning Includes Morristown Area
MORRISTOWN, NJ - A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Morris County until 8pm, Wednesday July 17, according to the National Weather Service. A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 4pm, stated the weather authority. Some of the storms could be severe and produce heavy rainfall.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Tonight there may be showers and thunderstorms, mainly before midnight. Some of the storms could be severe and produce heavy rainfall. Low around 71. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of...
Update: The current severe thunderstorm warning will expire at 4:15 p.m.
The warning was for Morris and Sussex counties. "The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer poses an immediate threat to life or property. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However gusty winds are still possible with this thunderstorm. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 8 p.m. for northern and northwestern New Jersey," states the National Weather Service.
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