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Wayne Mayor Explains Tax Increases on Recently Mailed Tax Bills
WAYNE, NJ – Residents have received their property tax bills from the township recently, and some may have noticed an increase that may have seemed more than expected. Mayor Chris Vergano brought this up during this past council meeting, saying he was “trying to figure out how,” his taxes increased by about $600 and asked Heather McNamara, the township CFO, to break it all down. Here’s what was discussed regarding taxes during the meeting…CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “Everybody’s taxes went up approximately four percent,” Vergano said, then put up a slide on...
Montessori school wins year extension on ‘Charlie Brown’s’
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—Apple Montessori Schools, which plans to construct an early childhood education school at 95 Linwood Ave., prominent site of a defunct Charlie Brown’s restaurant, was granted a one-year extension of the Zoning Board’s 2023 approval of its amended site plan application. The board on Aug....
Old Tappan won’t throw in with proposed ‘four-town’ ambulance service study
PASCACK VALLEY—Following discussion at its Aug. 19 meeting, the Old Tappan Borough Council decided not to participate in a planned four-town study of joint ambulance services. However, the mayor emphasized that they remain committed to increasing daytime coverage for the local ambulance corps. Old Tappan’s decision leaves three neighbors—Hillsdale,...
Women rally for charity at Garden Party
WESTWOOD—The Garden Party, held on Aug. 15, is a members’ social event founded by The Contemporaries committee of GFWC/NJSFWC The Woman’s Club of Westwood. This midsummer gathering offers an opportunity to wine and dine in a backyard setting while celebrating the club’s largest beneficiaries—organizations that received donations throughout the club year.
Nutley Restaurant and Foodie Week Continues at the Hudson Rose. Dinner Tonight?
NUTLEY, NJ - Continue to celebrate Nutley Restaurant Week at The Hudson Rose with dinner tonight, or perhaps lunch this week? Guests can enjoy $30 2-Course Lunch Prix Fixe, and $45 3-Course Dinner Prix Fixe (not available Fri/Sat Dinner).CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Hudson Rose is located at 238 Franklin Ave. Nutley. The main entrance faces Nutley Municipal Lot No. 1, near Bosphorus. Special Restaurant Week Prix Fixe Menus are attached in the photo carousel. The Nutley Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Township of Nutley Department of Public Affairs and Health, presents Restaurant & Foodie Week – Monday, August 19 to Thursday, August 29, 2024. The event showcases local eateries to township residents and to diners in surrounding towns ready to experience the diverse and delicious options in town.DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Diners enjoy specials and discounts offered specifically for Restaurant Week as they explore the wide range of cuisines that comprise our vibrant food scene. Related Article: Nutley Chamber of Commerce Restaurant Week is Going To Be Special - Enjoy specials from local eateries Aug 19-29. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Vets Suicide Prevention Coalition to provide outreach at Washingtonville Car Show
WASHINGTONVILLE – The Orange County Veteran Suicide Prevention Coalition will have an information table at the inaugural Washingtonville Fire Department Car, Bike, and Truck Show. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, September 8th at Vern Allen Park. The show is free for...
200 Club of Morris County will be holding its 2024 Annual Meeting
PARSIPPANY—The 200 Club of Morris County invites members and the community to its highly anticipated Annual Meeting on Thursday, November 14, at The Knoll Country Club West in Parsippany. The event, set to begin at 6:30 p.m., promises delicious food, drinks, and laughter, all of which support the organization’s mission to aid Morris County’s first responders and their families.
Park Ridge 9U Owls attack! Back-to-back champs more than earn redemption
PARK RIDGE—Congratulations to the Park Ridge Owls 9U baseball team, which capped off a dream season with back-to-back championships. Entering the spring with the sting of last summer’s 1-0 championship loss to the Northern Valley Norsemen still fresh, the Owls were on a mission. Determined to erase the memory of that narrow defeat, they took to winter workouts and spring practices with a singular focus: redemption.
Search and Rescue K9 Demo
HANOVER — On Thursday, August 29, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon, the Morris County Library invites community members of all ages to join a unique Search and Rescue K9 demonstration presented by the Morris County Sheriff’s Department. This engaging event will allow attendees to learn about the critical work that K9s perform in search and rescue operations and witness a K9 in action.
Westchester Fire: This Item Should Never Be in Your Trash
The Westchester County Department of Emergency Services has taken to Facebook once again to remind New Yorkers why this item should never be in your regular trash. Both the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services and the Port Chester Fire Department shared stunning images of a major fire that broke out as a result of this mistake.
Hillsdale DPW returns from WCL; ‘final design’ in on community center
HILLSDALE—A top public works official informed the Borough Council on Aug. 13 that all DPW operations, including office staff and light vehicles, have moved back from temporary offices in Woodcliff Lake to the local DPW facility. Earlier this year, the DPW relocated its office operations and some lighter vehicles...
Pioneering scholar named dean at Bloomfield College of M.S.U.
Montclair State University has announced the appointment of Theodorea Regina Berry as the new dean of Bloomfield College of Montclair State University effective Monday, Sept. 2. Following a national search, Berry will lead academic programs that align with the University’s strategic plan and advance teaching excellence and innovation, according to a press release from Montclair State.
Woman injured in Sparkill shooting on Saturday
SPARKILL – A woman was injured after being shot on Saturday in Rockland County. According to the Orangetown Police Department, officers responded to the area of Edward Street and The Joseph B. Clarke Rail Trail in Sparkill at about 12:40 p.m. for a report of an unconscious female. It was determined that the unconscious female suffered from a single gunshot wound. The unidentified woman was transported to Westchester Medical Center for further medical treatment.
Two Men Allegedly Lead Police on High Speed Chase Through Sullivan and Orange
New York State Police said that they pursued two suspects from Westchester County, that lead them on a high speed chase that took them through two counties. The chase took police on two of the areas busier state routes, and then ended with a crash on the New York Thruway.
Key Parts Of $4 Billion Cuomo Bridge In New York Not Durable, Lawsuit
Top New York State officials are fighting to "guarantee the toll payers get what they paid for." The New York State Thruway Authority (NYSTA) is now filing a lawsuit against the company that built the Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge. New York State Thruway Authority Files Lawsuit Regarding Cuomo Bridge.
Firearms, Narcotics and Over a Dozen Suspects Arrested in Massive Orange County Raid
Over recent months, a number of high profile raids have been carried out by various members and departments that make up New York State law enforcement. The latest raid was carried out earlier this week with participating departments and agencies being successful in not only getting both firearms and illegal narcotics off the street, but also apprehending over a dozen suspects in the process.
N.J. man charged with attempted murder in July shooting, authorities say
Authorities in Passaic County have made an arrest in a July shooting that left a 43-year-old woman with injuries, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes announced Saturday. Angelo Jimenez, 23, of Elizabeth was arrested Friday and charged with first-degree attempted murder and second-degree weapons offenses from a July 21 shooting...
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