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Recall issued for these popsicles usually sold from ice cream trucks, at concession stands
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Approximately 137,000 cases of single-serve Popsicle Jolly Rancher Frozen Confection Pop products are being recalled by Unilever in the U.S., according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The products, marked for individual sale, are being recalled as they may contain milk, an unlisted...
Prison for NJ man who ripped off millions from grieving military families
TRENTON — A Monmouth County U.S. Army Reserves major has been sentenced for ripping off at least two dozen grieving Gold Star families for a few million dollars collectively. Caz Craffy, 42, of Colts Neck, would serve over 12 1/2 years in federal prison for making risky investments while...
Staten Island Social Security office to reopen after nearly year-long closure
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A Dongan Hills Social Security office will reopen Monday, Aug. 26, according to Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-Staten Island/South Brooklyn). Closed since Sept. 18, 2023, the field office at 1510 Hylan Blvd. is one of two on Staten Island along with another field office located in Travis at 1441 South Ave.
Kenilworth's 2024 National Night Out: Food Donations for Local Pantry Requested
KENILWORTH, NJ – The Kenilworth Police Department recently made the following announcement regarding the upcoming National Night Out which will take place on Monday, August 26, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. "National Night Out (NNO) will be extending an invitation to the community to help our neighbors in need. We are asking for donations of canned, packaged, or nonperishable foods. All donations will support the St. Theresa’s food pantry. Join us in making a difference in our community! Donations can be dropped of at the designated collection point at NNO."CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE...
Devils Daily: Yaroslav Askarov Trade; Devils Were in the Mix
Yaroslav Askarov was always going to be a hot commodity on the trade market. It didn’t take very long at all for the Nashville Predators to trade the goaltending prospect, despite their general manager claiming he expected to see him at training camp. The New Jersey Devils showed interest in the 22-year-old. However, without their 2025 first-round pick, they couldn’t compete with the competition that lined up at Trotz’s door.
See all homes sold on the North Shore, Aug. 12 to Aug. 18
The following is a listing of all home transfers in North Shore reported from Aug. 12 to Aug. 18. There were 9 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,940-square-foot home on Fort Hill Circle that sold for $697,500. Staten Island.
Freshkills Park Alliance announces 2 new board members
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.-- Freshkills Park Alliance “proudly” announced two additional board members to their team-- Denis Kelleher and Christopher Benbow-- on Aug. 15, 2024. “Both Denis and Chris bring a wealth of knowledge, community engagement, and activism to our Alliance,” said Mark Murphy, President of FKPA. If...
Over 1,000 attend final FDNY summer block party
NEW YORK — A crew of firefighters from Engine 157/Ladder 80 in Port Richmond climbed aboard the huge, red vehicle and rolled out as they do each and every day, serving the community. Immediately, firefighters got to work, deploying the ladder to gain access to a rooftop. The men scrambled up the incline, turned around — then smiled and waved.
Repairs underway after driver, 70, ‘lost control,’ crashed into three stores at Staten Island shopping center
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Businesses at a Castleton Corner shopping center had a busy Saturday as they made repairs and evaluated the damages caused by a 70-year-old motorist who crashed her Hyundai sedan into three storefronts Friday afternoon. Steve Rubin, owner of Todt Hill Wine and Liquors, said he...
Rutgers Cancer Institute, RWJBarnabas Health Treat 200th CAR T-Cell Therapy Patient
NEW BRUNSWICK – Rutgers Cancer Institute, the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, together with RWJBarnabas Health, has treated its 200th patient with CAR T-cell therapy, a type of immunotherapy that uses a patient’s own immune cells to fight cancer. Harnessing the immune system to target cancer is the goal of a groundbreaking area of research called cell therapy. This process includes collecting T-cells from a patient’s blood through an infusion-like process called apheresis, and the cells are sent to a laboratory.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER In the lab, scientists modify...
'Here to adopt some love': Bergen animal shelter no-fee weekend helps people pick pets
TETERBORO - At 12:45 p.m. Saturday, 15 minutes before Bergen County's Animal Shelter and Adopter Center officially opened the doors for its 10th Annual Clear the Shelters no-fee weekend, there was a line almost a dozen deep of people seeking animals and half dozen or so inside filling out forms. Some like Darren...
Wagner College Theatre ranked among the best collegiate theatre programs by the Princeton Review
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Wagner College Theatre has earned a distinguished spot as No. 7 on The Princeton Review’s list of the top collegiate theater programs in the United States for the 2024 Edition of “The Best 389 Colleges.”. Renowned for its rigorous approach to the performing...
Vendor Day in the Courtyard
The Newark Public Library warmly invites you to immerse yourself in a delightful community experience where you can savor delicious bites from our fantastic local food trucks while enjoying the electrifying musical performances by the talented Jerome Bongiorno and the ever-entertaining DJ Ron V! This is not just an event; it’s a unique opportunity to support our vibrant community vendors and connect with your neighbors in a celebration of local talent and flavor. So, come on down, bring your friends and family, and let’s create unforgettable memories together! Your presence not only enhances the atmosphere but also contributes to the library’s mission of fostering community engagement and enrichment—let’s make it a day to remember!
Will NYC Sanitation have scheduled trash pickup on Labor Day? Here’s what to know ahead of the holiday weekend
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Islanders who typically put their trash out Sunday night for Monday morning pickup may be wondering what to do ahead of Labor Day weekend. There will be no trash collection on Labor Day and, according to the Department of Sanitation (DSNY), residents may experience collection delays as the department works to pick up the backlog of material.
Bound Brook Motorcyclist, 30, Dies Days Before Birthday In Crash
Wilson Gonzalez Jr., of Bound Brook, died at RWJ Hospital in New Brunswick on Friday, Aug. 16, his obituary on the Hagan-Chamberlin Funeral Home website says. Gonzalez was identified as the motorcyclist airlifted in the Thursday, Aug. 15 crash on the Manville Causeway near Weston Canal Road. Born in Puerto...
Nine most expensive homes sold in the East Orange area, Aug. 12-18
A house in East Orange that sold for $755,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in East Orange area in the past week. In total, nine residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $499,667. The average price per square foot was $201.
Summit, N.J. homeowners say backyards are falling into a brook
SUMMIT, N.J. – Homeowners in one New Jersey town say their backyards are falling into a brook.A handful of homes by the brook along Springfield Avenue and Summit Road in Summit are seeing their yards disappear. The homeowners partly blame it on a broken Union County pipe."The storm water drain is so damaged that the water shoots out like a fire hydrant," homeowner Lynette McKeon said.State, local officials survey damage in Summit, N.J.CBS News New York was there when State Sen. Jon Bramnick and Summit's recently elected council members came to see the most recent damage."Whether it's a retaining wall,...
Irvington HS football team gets ready for the season
IRVINGTON, NJ — The Irvington High School football team participated in a scrimmage at Bloomfield’s Foley Field on Monday, Aug. 19, against Bloomfield and Verona. The Blue Knights, under new head coach Marco Soto, will kick off the season against Orange on Friday, Sept. 6, at IHS’ Ralph C. Steele Sports Complex at 7 p.m.
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