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S.O.C.A. (South Orange Collective Arts) Tattoo Studio
On the anniversary of what would have been Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s 95th birthday last January 15th, a dream manifested in the form of a new establishment in South Orange, New Jersey. S.O.C.A. (South Orange Collective Arts) Tattoo Studio opened its doors in the quaint residential community where college students from nearby Seton Hall University and transplanted New Yorkers intersect in the culturally diverse Village.
Renderings Reveal Liberty Landing Affordable Housing Conversion at 550 West 20th Street in West Chelsea, Manhattan
New renderings have been revealed for Liberty Landing, an affordable housing conversion and expansion of the former Bayview Correctional Facility at 550 West 20th Street in West Chelsea, Manhattan. Designed by COOKFOX Architects and developed in a joint venture between Camber Property Group and Osborne Association, the $108 million project will involve the repurposing of the 100,000-square-foot Art Deco building and the construction of a seven-story addition atop its parapet. The development will yield 124 permanently affordable housing units, with 74 dedicated to formerly incarcerated individuals, as well as 15 short-term transitional homes for individuals with mental health challenges, on-site supportive services, and a ninth-floor outdoor terrace. The property is located at the corner of West 20th and West Streets, across from Hudson River Park and directly abutting Jean Nouvel’s residential tower at 100 Eleventh Avenue.
Morris County Chamber of Commerce celebrates women in government
FLORHAM PARK BOROUGH, NJ (Morris County) – The Morris County Chamber of Commerce celebrated women in government Friday at its annual “Women in Government Luncheon” held at the Park Avenue Club in Florham Park Borough, where Morris County Commissioner Director Christine Myers and Morris County Administrator Deena Leary were the distinguished guest speakers.
From Rainforest To Asphalt: Amazon’s Sustainability Report Struggles To Navigate Harlem’s Future
Just recently, Amazon released their visionary 10 takeaways from Amazon’s latest Sustainability Report. While Amazon’s 2024 Sustainability Report highlights several positive initiatives, it’s important to critically examine how these efforts impact communities like Harlem, NY, and similar urban areas. Here’s an analysis of some key takeaways and...
HED: Empowering Change: Hackensack’s Fight Against Climate Impact
“Editor’s note: This story was produced as part of “Stormwater Matters,” a project on stormwater management solutions by the New Jersey News Collaborative.”. Over the past 200 years, the burning of fossil fuels has heated the planet. The amount of fossil fuels we actually burn and how quickly may be a topic of debate, but its impact on the human race is not.
NYC subway rider punched in face by woman yelling anti-Asian slurs on Q train
NEW YORK - A subway straphanger was punched in the face by another woman yelling anti-Asian slurs on board a Q train. Police say the 28-year-old victim was on the train at the West 57th and 7th Avenue subway station in Manhattan when an unknown woman started yelling at her on July 17.
‘Last warning,’ fumes homeowner forced to extreme measure after driveway was blocked repeatedly – cars ignored state law
ONE homeowner, who is at his wit's end, was forced to take drastic action to prevent people from blocking his driveway. While many people would see it as a common courtesy not to box someone's car in, it appears this social media user has finally had it with his neighbor's uncouth behavior.
NJ Rocker is Now a Billionaire
How many people, described as blue-collar workers can say they also have a billion dollars in the bank?. I'm guessing that number would be quite small. However, they do exist. According to Forbes, we have one right here in New Jersey. Welcome to the Billioniares Club. Bruce Springsteen, The Boss,...
Celebrate National Cheesecake Day at Anthony's in Bloomfield This Tuesday
BLOOMFIELD, NJ - Continuing a tradition that has been going on for as long as anyone can remember, Anthony's in Bloomfield Center will join the nation to celebrate "National Cheesecake Day" this Tuesday. Held every July 30, National Cheesecake Day is a celebration of Bloomfield's favorite bakery confection - the cheesecake.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER This year Anthony's will celebrate with specials to enjoy in house or take-away. The special hours for the holiday are 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Celebrants can expect: cheesecake tasting raffle and giveaway 10% off upcoming holiday cheesecake subscription plus, the restaurant will be open for coffee, cappucino, desserts and more Anthony's is located at 71 Washington St. Bloomfield NJ. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
NJ looks for ideas on how to use two prisons set to close
The Murphy administration has made systematic changes over the last seven years to reform how young people interact with law enforcement in New Jersey. As one part of that effort, the state announced in 2017 that two youth detention facilities would close — the New Jersey Training School for male juveniles and the Female Secure Care and Intake Facility. To help brainstorm the most effective use of those spaces, New Jersey’s Attorney General Matt Platkin said his office is creating a new working group to come up with those ideas.
Chicago native among 2 killed in New York City shooting over custody battle: NYPD
A 65-year-old Chicago native has been identified as the shooter in a New York City murder-suicide, according to the New York City Police Department. The shooting took place on Friday about a half-block away from the Gracie Mansion.
These are the 59 stores that Rite Aid is closing in New York
Rite Aid has been closing hundreds of stores since it filed for bankruptcy in October. Of the 699 stores that the company has announced in bankruptcy filings that it is closing, 80 are in Rite Aid’s home state of Pennsylvania. The pharmaceutical company was based in East Pennsboro Township for decades and now calls Philadelphia home.
Twice-convicted killer of N.J. realtor sentenced to life in prison
Twice tried and twice convicted, former Wood-Ridge resident Daniel Rochat has once again been sentenced to life in prison for the 2012 murder and torching of Bergen County realtor Barbara Vernieri. Rochat, 49, continued to maintain his innocence on Friday as Judge Christopher Kazlau handed down another life sentence in...
Forest Hills Stadium in Queens at Risk of Closure Due to Lawsuit
Forest Hills Stadium in Forest Hills, Queens, has become the target of a lawsuit seeking to shut the historical venue down. The 101-year-old stadium has recently come under fire from locals, who have claimed that the venue’s main concert season lowers the neighborhood’s quality of life. Originally designed...
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