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New Jersey’s 60 worst schools for violence and bullying
Your kids are getting ready to head back to school and with that comes your assumption that they're being well cared for. And while New Jersey's schools usually rank as some of the best in the country, not every school in the Garden State offers children a welcoming, supportive learning environment.
Pretrial conference set for Nadine Arslanian Menendez; first move since trial was delayed
A pretrial conference for the bribery and corruption trial of Nadine Arslanian Menendez has been scheduled for December, the first move forward since the trial was delayed because of her breast cancer diagnosis. Arslanian Menendez, the wife of Sen. Bob Menendez, was charged — along with her husband and three New Jersey...
All gift cards expiring — retailer announces closure of NJ stores
⚫ Sales at the closing stores are scheduled to run through September. ⚫ Gift cards can't be used at any location after a certain date. ⚫ NJ is home to three of the 94 locations that are closing. The home improvement market isn't as strong as it used to be.
New laws take on a soft spot in NJ’s strong public education system
Making sure more New Jersey students are reading at grade level is the main goal behind two pieces of legislation signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy on Tuesday. The moves include mandatory screenings for younger students, at least twice a year. “Recent years have brought forth many challenges for...
Stacked N.J. football Week 0 schedule headlined by Battle at the Beach
Welcome back N.J. high school football – you were missed. The Garden State is back in action on the gridiron and the Week 0 schedule is loaded. It starts with the Battle at the Beach – a three-day showcase across two locations. On Thursday at Ocean City’s Carey...
Residents want improved safety at N.J. intersection where 16-year-old died
A resident of Franklin Township has started a petition to get safety improved at an intersection where a fatal accident occurred Thursday morning. A 16-year-old girl, Sophia DeTorres, on her way to her first day of school at North Hunterdon High School, died in a collision at Hogback Road, Route 617 and Lower Lansdown Road.
Plainfield-Based Organization Helps Liberians in Need with Fundraiser at Mount Olive
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Saturday, Friends of Yesterday Today and Tomorrow (FOYTOM) held its annual fundraiser outside of Mount Olive Baptist Church in Plainfield. Its CEO and Founder, Edna Brown, said that FOYTOM started as a support group for fellow Liberian women who fled the country during its brutal civil war during the late 80s and 90s.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "For the first five years, we supported each other spiritually, morally, and financially. We used to make ourselves feel good," said Brown during Saturday's fundraiser. "After five years, I said to the other...
Don’t miss out: NJ changes some rules for newest ANCHOR rebates
💲 Applicants will face additional ID verification. 💲 Double check whether your payment should be automatic this year. Notices are about to hit millions of mailboxes throughout New Jersey, to get the ball rolling on another round of property tax relief. Many residents likely won't have to do...
It’s a conundrum: New Jersey’s deer population is dropping, but complaints over deer destruction are on the rise
From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? Let us know. White-tailed deer are everywhere in New Jersey, standing in fields, grazing next to roads, and even strolling through suburban front lawns and backyards in broad daylight.
Game-changing tool launched in NJ for youth mental health
Mental health concerns among youth can escalate when families don't have enough knowledge or power to reach out for help. A tool launched statewide by a New Jersey-based nonprofit aims to make it easier for parents and guardians to navigate through what can be a complicated mental health system. "We...
Popular NJ burger spot goes viral, opens second location
It’s another deep dive into the TikTok rabbit hole but this time, I found a New Jersey hidden gem that is taking off in the social media world. I came across a video from the account @KingSchratz who goes around the state finding good food to review. The video has been out since March and now has more than 460,000 views.
Shore Lawmakers Call for Hearings on High-Risk Power Cables for Offshore Wind Project
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Senator Jim Holzapfel, Assemblyman Greg McGuckin, and Assemblyman Paul Kanitra (R-10) have issued a call for legislative hearings concerning the proposal to lay high-risk power cables…
NJ Costcos are having a major change in how you’ll shop
Another big change is coming to Costco in how you’ll shop. Unlike the craziness customers went through in New Jersey regarding whether they did or didn’t have to have a membership to buy gasoline, this change is happening here and all across the country. Costco has decided to...
An old fashioned solution to the rodent invasion in NJ
The hot weather has been bringing in some unwelcome guests into New Jersey homes, rodents. Essex County in particular has seen a rise in rodent activity throughout the summer. The heat becomes too much for rodents like rats in the wild so they turn to places like our homes for food and shelter.
NJ’s Former Favorite College Beverage Now Banned In USA
If you weren't stuck in your dorm room all four years of college back in the early 2010s, you've definitely had your fair share of these drinks. Four Loko blew up on New Jersey college campuses like a rocket, and it’s a pretty wild story. Four Loko was this...
Free Mental Health Symposium - Septemeber 17th in Morris Plains
Are you a concerned parent, worried about your teenager’s well-being? Are you a middle or high school student facing difficulties with no clear path to help? Are you a family member worried about an aging parent or friend? The Free Mental Health Symposium offers valuable information about available free addiction services, education, and positive choices for struggling family members and/or friends in need, along with guidance on where to find assistance.
Kenilworth Recap: Back to School Fireworks, Important School Dates, BINGO & More
KENILWORTH, NJ - Did you miss this past week's top stories? Catch up on what you missed in the links below. The top ten are posted by the page views of the week according to Google Analytics. 1. $1M Mega Millions Lottery Ticket Sold at Food Store in UnionCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER 2. Route 22 Overnight Lane Closures Planned This Week in Union County as Pavement Project Nears Completion 3. Borough of Kenilworth to Present Labor Day/Back to School Fireworks 4. Local Restaurants to Be Featured During ‘A Little Taste of Kenilworth’ to Benefit Historic Nitschke House Museum 5. Kenilworth...
Eighth Annual Rotary Family Fun Fest and Car Show Held On August 25, 2024
BASKING RIDGE, NJ - The Rotary Club of the Somerset Hills held their eighth annual Rotary Family Fun Fest and Car Show August 25, 2024 at the Somerset Hills YMCA. The sounds of the PB&J Band provided the perfect acoustic backdrop. According to event director Tony Cucinell, there were 112 cars on display this year. Some of the award categories included The Veteran’s Award, The First Responder Award and The People’s Choice. Bernardsville Mayor Mary Jane Canose was there to deliver the Mayor’s Cup.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Cucinell said his favorite part...
Columbia HS football team kicks off season at inaugural Mountaineer Classic at West Orange
This slideshow requires JavaScript. MAPLEWOOD/SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — The Columbia High School football team will kick off the season on Saturday, Aug. 31, in the inaugural Mountaineer Football Classic at West Orange High School’s Joe Suriano Stadium. The Cougars will face Newark West Side at 3:30 p.m. The...
City of Plainfield, Somerset Patriots to Honor Negro League During Friday Evening Game
PLAINFIELD, NJ — The Somerset Patriots are joining forces with the City of Plainfield and the Queen City Film Festival for an event, the second in as many years, celebrating the Negro Leagues on Friday, August 30. The Patriots—who are the minor league affiliate for the New York Yankees—will take on the visiting Reading Fightin Phils as the "New York Black Yankees" to commemorate the Negro League team that played from 1932 until 1948. The game will begin at 6:35pm, after a commemorative pregame celebration at 5:45pm. Buy your tickets to sit in the Love Plainfield section here.CLICK HERE...
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