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Mountain Lion Reportedly Dangerously Close To Upstate New York
A number of reported mountain lions have been spotted just outside the Hudson Valley. The wild animal was reported in New Jersey, in a county that borders Orange County. Mountain Lion Reported Near Orange County, New York. A mountain lion was reportedly seen in Sussex County, New Jersey. A listener...
New Jersey Man Sees Mountain Lion at Edge of Farm Field
A New Jersey man says he saw what he believes to be a mountain lion last Thursday (June 27th). Meanwhile, the State of New Jersey continues to claim that there are no mountain lions in New Jersey. More mountain lions spotted in New Jersey. If you're new here - welcome!
Sussex County’s 11th annual Veterans Picnic to be held Aug. 17
HAMBURG BOROUGH, NJ (Sussex County) – The Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Senior Services, Municipal Alliance, and the Veterans Committee welcome veterans and their families to attend the 11th Annual Veterans Picnic. This event will be held on Saturday, Aug. 17 from noon to...
Jefferson Township: Route 15 South Temporary Bridge Update- June 30
JEFFERSON, NJ – Work is progressing on the temporary bridge on Route 15 South. According to Jefferson Township Mayor Eric Wilsusen, the temporary bridge structure has been completed as of June 28. The road decking is also being installed. The NJ DOT will be bringing the road surface up to meet the grade of the bridge deck this week. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The temporary drainage is also “mainly complete,” according to Wilsusen. The project is on track to be completed by July 19, Wilsusen said. Representatives of Jefferson Township as well as other area elected officials have a weekly call with the NJ DOT Acting Commissioner and staff. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Fireworks Road Closure and Parking Information for Blairstown
Lambert Road will be closed at approximately 9 p.m. to traffic. There is no parking on Lambert Road. The date for the 2024 Blairstown Rotary fireworks is Wednesday, July 3, starting shortly after 9 p.m. at North Warren Regional High School. The rain date is Friday, July 12. For those...
Washington Gets Green in Warren County
WARREN COUNTY, NJ - With dozens of vendors, kids activities, live music and the kickoff of the Washington Farmers Market the Borough highlighted all things green on June 15 when it held its annual Sustainably Green Music & Arts Festival downtown. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Sustainably Green Music & Arts Fest, presented by the Washington Business Improvement District, featured eco-friendly vendors, artisan displays, Dove Environmental, and plenty of music. For the third year in a row, the day will also included a celebration of Juneteenth with activities and displays at Bricks Bots and...
Town of Dover Mayor and Council Meeting Scheduled for July 2
DOVER — The Town of Dover Mayor and Council will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, July 2, at 6:00 p.m. at 37 North Sussex Street. This meeting is being held in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, also known as the Sunshine Law, N.J.S.A. 10:4-6. Notice of the meeting was sent to the Daily Record and Star-Ledger on June 20, 2024. Notice was also posted on the Bulletin Board of the Municipal Building on June 20, 2024. These notices were sent within 48 hours prior to this meeting and were sent in sufficient time for the publications to publish them. A copy of said notice is on file with the Municipal Clerk.
These Morris, Sussex fireworks shows will celebrate July 4th with a bang. See the details
(Update: With the potential for storms in the July Fourth forecast, some communities may cancel or postpone their events. Please check town websites for their latest plans. Have a wonderful Fourth!) With July 4 around the corner, Morris and Sussex county residents have a variety of patriotic events to attend this...
Grand Avenue Tavern temporarily closes for kitchen renovations
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ (Warren County) – Hackettstown’s Grand Avenue Tavern is temporarily shut down due to kitchen renovations, according to the restaurant’s website. The restaurant closed on Monday, July 1 and will reopen in September 2024. Stay tuned for updates, upcoming events in September and October, menu changes...
Franklin Township NJ: Summer Kickoff Concert with Total Soul
SOMERSET, NJ - Pleasant weather, Motown Classics and Laughter; doesn't that sound like the perfect way to start off summer? With schools ending last week, Franklin Township’s Parks and Rec hosted their ‘Summer Kickoff’ concert yesterday at 6 pm. This event was located at the Township gazebo, with attendees sitting in the grass surrounding it. Headlining this event was the energetic ‘Total Soul’, the same band that performed for the 2023 fireworks. They invoked nostalgia with classics like ‘My Girl’, as well as got the crowd dancing with ‘Billie Jean'. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE...
4-story apartment building OK’d
The Sparta Planning Board approved a four-story, 40-unit apartment building at 53A Sparta Ave., behind Burger King, at its meeting June 19. Robert McNerney, who described the project on behalf of owner Fluss Holdings throughout the application process, told the board in January that the project will have mostly two-bedroom units along with some one-bedroom and three-bedroom units.
Franklin Township Fire Prevention Department Urges Fireworks Safety
SOMERSET, NJ - As Independence Day approaches, the Franklin Township Fire Prevention Department is reminding residents of the dangers associated with fireworks and urging them to prioritize safety. The Township's official fireworks display is set for July 3rd at the Municipal Complex, and the department encourages residents to attend rather than set off their own fireworks. For those who choose to use fireworks at home, following safety guidelines and using only legal fireworks in New Jersey is crucial. The department emphasizes the importance of purchasing permitted Sparkling Devices and Novelties from reputable sources and ensuring the packaging is...
Veterans Salute 2024 at Sparta Historical Society
SPARTA, NJ – The Sparta Historical Society held a Veterans Salute weekend event in June. The two-day event included Revolutionary and Civil War reenactors. Live exhibits included revolutionary war era artifacts, a civil war field surgeon, a military Chaplin with tent full of gear from the Vietnam War era. He also performed morning services on Sunday. The Chief Commander of Picatinny Arsenal, Maj. Gen. Reim gave remarks to open the event, with a Civil War reenactors providing the Color Guard. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The field surgeon explained the tools available at...
Easton Avenue shopping center in Franklin would get 'fresh look' in proposed redevelopment
FRANKLIN (Somerset) – A proposal to redevelop the vacant Kmart on Easton Avenue and give a facelift to the rest of the Rutgers Plaza shopping center will continue to be heard by the township Zoning Board of Adjustment on Aug. 1. The board began hearing the proposal by Levin Properties to build the 200-unit, four-story building in April and May with testimony continuing at its June 20 meeting by the project architect. ...
Riverwalk Village at The House of the Good Shepherd Hosts River Clean-Up Event
Riverwalk Village at The House of the Good Shepherd, a FellowshipLIFE community, recently hosted its first ever river clean-up event on May 21 to improve the health of the Musconetcong River. Riverwalk Village residents, staff and members of the greater Hackettstown community gathered to remove plants that were pulling nutrients from the river and replaced them with more ecofriendly, sustainable alternatives.
Franklin Township Youth Council Applications Now Open
SOMERSET, NJ - Applications for the Franklin Township Youth Council (FTYC) are now available for students entering grades 7-11 who are eager to engage with and serve their community. The FTYC offers students an opportunity to become more involved with local youth, build community connections, and enhance their community service and leadership skills. If you are smart, energetic, creative, organized, and looking to make a difference, the Youth Council may be the perfect fit for you.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The FTYC organizes activities for youth in Franklin Township and collaborates with community...
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