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SCLSNJ’s Peapack and Gladstone Branch to Temporarily Close for Renovations
SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ - The Somerset County Library System of New Jersey’s (SCLSNJ) Peapack and Gladstone branch will be temporarily closing for renovation beginning 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2024. Updates about the renovation will be shared as the project progresses. "While we'll miss connecting with our community in the short term, we are eagerly awaiting the moment we can welcome everyone back to a beautifully refreshed space in just a few months,” said Nicole C. Pascoe, branch manager. “In the meantime, we are actively working to schedule programs in various other community spaces starting this September. We are...
Federal agent admits selling ‘family member’ cards for thousands of dollars
A U.S. Air Marshal admitted selling cards claiming to be held by members of the agent’s family and embossed with the Department of Homeland Security insignia, for thousands of dollars, U.S. District Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced Thursday. Jonathan J. Ledesma, 38, a resident of Middlesex County, pleaded guilty...
2 women admit working with N.J. doctor to wrongly prescribe thousands of oxycodone pills
Two Paterson women admitted this week they worked with a Bergen County-based doctor to prescribe thousands of opioids without a legitimate medical reason, the U.S. Attorney’s Office District of New Jersey announced Thursday. Jasmine McGregor, 32, and 35-year-old Jhenelle Lewis pleaded guilty to one count of knowingly and intentionally...
Essex County Man Faces Serious Charges for Narcotics and Firearms Offenses
NEWARK, NJ – Kyrell Domnie, a 39-year-old man from Irvington, Essex County, New Jersey, is facing multiple charges related to narcotics distribution and firearms offenses, as announced by U.S. Attorney…
Thousands still without power days after severe storm in Central Jersey
Thousands of customers are still without power three days after violent storms swept across a narrow band of Central Jersey Tuesday evening. Jersey Central Power and Light was reporting at 1:30 p.m. Thursday that there are 2,789 customers without power in Central Jersey. There are 1,809 outages in Hunterdon County,...
Union County Means Business Expo Returns on September 12th at Warinanco Sports Center
The Union County Board of County Commissioners is excited to announce the return of the Union County Means Business Expo on Tuesday September 12th, at the Warinanco Sports Center in Roselle, from 5:00pm to 7:30pm. Established in 2016, the program was designed to help local businesses and entrepreneurs build their networks and create new opportunities to help make the most effective possible impact when it comes to outreach and economic growth.
Montclair Township Website Down, Impacted by CrowdStrike
Update: Tony Fan, the town’s chief information officer and interim communications specialist, said the town’s “hosted platform services were impacted by the CrowdStrike incident.“. The website of the Township of Montclair is down. The Township sent this email message to residents Friday morning:. We, the Township, are...
Boys outperform girls in giving accurate directions, new study says
Boys aged 3 to 10 years old outperform girls in giving directions more accurately, according to a new study by Psychology researchers at Montclair State University. In the research study, titled “Sex differences in direction giving: Are boys better than girls?” and published in the Journal of Experimental Child Psychology, the young participants were asked to describe and recall routes from two perspectives: survey (viewing a marked path on a map) and route (viewing video of someone walking inside a virtual reality maze). After viewing the map and video, the children were asked to give directions about the route.
Special "Yappy Hour" Memorialized Fair Lawn Resident, Glen Rock Dog Park Regular
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The Glen Rock Dog Park recently held a special "Yappy Hour" event, organized by board member Alison Sandler, to honor the memory of the late Steve Liss, a cherished member of the park's community. Steve, known as the "Mayor of the Dog Park," played an instrumental role in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment, both for dogs and their owners.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Steve Liss, who tragically passed away recently, was remembered fondly by dozens of attendees, including his friends, family, and fellow dog park enthusiasts. Steve's wife, Janine,...
Arrest Made In Paterson Shooting Investigation
PATERSON, NJ.- Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes reported on Tuesday, following an investigation, a 29-year-old Paterson, New Jersey, man was taken into custody and charged in connection with a shooting that took place in downtown Paterson, New Jersey, on July 3, 2024, that injured an man and a woman.
Hoboken officer honored for exceptional heroism
It's a challenge for many families across New Jersey. You have a relative who struggles with mental health and has episodes where you need to call someone in to help. Now imagine that same relative is suddenly not where they are supposed to be. You frantically check the house for your loved one and then realize the kitchen knife drawer has been rifled through and the back door is open and swinging.
Firth Youth Center Announces 33rd Annual Banquet
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Firth Youth Center's Board of Directors is delighted to announce the 33rd Annual Banquet, which will be held on Thursday, September 12th at 5 PM at the Firth Youth Center. This year’s banquet, commemorating the center’s 70th year of service, will be hosted inside the FYC building. Attendees are welcome to tour the building starting at 4:30 PM before the formal program begins.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The banquet will honor several distinguished individuals and organizations with the following awards: Dr. Marian Fiamma Trapani - Lifetime Achievement Award Tim Longacre -...
Delaware River bridge walkway closing. Local grist mill eyed for national register. | Lehigh Valley headlines
The Riverton-Belvidere bridge’s pedestrian walkway is scheduled to shut down Monday, July 22 so needed repairs can be made to bulging masonry wing walls on the structure’s Pennsylvania side, the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission said. “Once started, the walkway closure is estimated to remain in place...
Wayne YMCA members worried about township's 'bold adventure' to acquire facility
WAYNE — YMCA members expressed concerns Wednesday over a plan by officials to buy the nearly 50-year-old facility on Pike Drive, with many telling the Township Council that they were worried about losing access to their favorite classes and instructors they adore. Some brought up an issue of affordability,...
Sparta football aims to keep playoff streak going in 2024 | State of the Program
An early-season slide to begin last season slowed Sparta, but the Spartans finished the year as a championship contender once again. Sparta lost to a division opponent for the first time in several years to begin last season, falling to Lakeland to end a 36-game winning streak within the division. The Spartans continued to struggle after that, crawling to a 1-5 record by mid-October.
West Orange Town Council Meets to Choose a Chief Operating Officer & a Chief Financial Officer
WEST ORANGE, NJ — West Orange town council members had a scheduled a special meeting on July 17 to interview two potential Chief Operating Officers (COO) and to discuss an interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Council President Bill Rutherford and member Asmeret Ghebremicael were unable to attend the meeting. Sue Scarpa said she couldn’t vote for anyone because she had just received the CFO’s info. Michelle Casalino agreed that they needed to interview the CFO candidate. Tammy Williams concurred, and all three of them were concerned about voting without their absent colleagues.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR...
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