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Welcome Back Summit - Fall into Savings and Back-to-School Bliss!
SUMMIT, NJ -- Join us for Welcome Back Summit, a delightful weekend of shopping, music, and fun as we welcome the return of fall and gear up for the new school year! From Friday, September 6, to Sunday, September 8, participating downtown businesses will welcome back residents after a splendid summer! Downtown Summit will be a shopper's paradise with exclusive sales, incredible specials, summer season clearance, and unbeatable back-to-school discounts.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Discover the latest trends, find the perfect outfit, and stock up on essential school supplies while enjoying the vibrant...
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...
Americana/folk musician Steven Keene performs at Hamilton Stage
RAHWAY, NJ — Americana/folk artist Steven Keene will be performing at Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center on Thursday, Sept. 12. Keene recently gained notoriety and critical praise for his hit song, “This World is Your World,” which can be heard on all streaming platforms.
Eight most expensive homes sold in the Perth Amboy area, Aug. 12-18
A house in Perth Amboy that sold for $620,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Perth Amboy area in the past week. In total, eight residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $433,625, or $297 per square foot.
Kenilworth Rec Announces Open Registrations for Homework Club
KENILWORTH, NJ - The Kenilworth Rec recently announced that Homework Club registrations are now open for the 2024-2025 school year. The Homework Club is offered for Kenilworth students and was put together for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders to come do their homework, hang out, and unwind from their day. The club is a great way for students to feel safe and comfortable until their parents or guardian get home from work. Should any of the children need help, it will always be available for them. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Homework Club is $200/month and includes all half days and most full days when school is closed. It does not include winter or spring recess. For more information visit the website: https://kenilworthborough.com/255/Homework-Club To register please go HERE. DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. TAPintoKenilworth.net is Kenilworth’s only free daily local news source. Sign up for our free daily eNewsletter and “Like” us on Facebook. Know a story we should share with readers? Email tcuppari@tapinto.net and tell us about it. TAPintoKenilworth is funded entirely by business advertising. Thank you for reading TAPinto Kenilworth. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Couple Provides Insight into Their Cranford Ice Rink Proposal
CRANFORD, NJ – On August 13, the Township Committee discussed a proposal for a temporary ice rink from a long-time Cranford couple, Mike and Megan Furstoss. The idea for a local rink sprang from the Furstoss’s experience with their son, who began playing ice hockey when he was in kindergarten. “Over the past 6 years, we have traveled to a lot of different locations for practices and games,” Megan Furstoss told TAPinto Cranford. “We have witnessed what a positive impact a home rink has on the local community, as well as the resident teams and organizations.”CLICK HERE TO...
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...
Piscataway Secures Early Lead, Defeats North Brunswick 21-7 in Last Preseason Game
PISCATAWAY, NJ – The Piscataway Chiefs took to the gridiron at Kenny Armwood Stadium Friday morning where they defeated North Brunswick, 21-7. The Chiefs found the end zone early, finishing the first quarter with a 14-0 lead.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The game was their final scrimmage before the 2024 season opens next Friday. Piscataway faces Manalapan at home on August 30, a team they have not played since 2017 when they were shut out, 28-0. Overall, Piscataway is 1-3 against the Braves. Kickoff is at 6 pm.DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Game 1: Football vs. Howard
RUTGERS (0-0) vs. HOWARD (0-0) August 29, 2024 • 6 p.m. ET • Big Ten Network. SHI Stadium • Piscataway, N.J. PISCATAWAY, N.J. – Rutgers football opens its 2024 season by hosting Howard Thursday at SHI Stadium. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. on Big Ten Network. The Scarlet Knights are 11-4 in season openers under head coach Greg Schiano, including victories each of the past four years.
Linden 4th Ward Councilman Alfred Mohammed Receives Masters Degree
LINDEN, NJ - Linden's 4th Ward Councilman Alfred Mohammed received his Master's Degree in Liberal Arts from the University of Chicago at 75 years old. Councilman Mohammed has been a tireless advocate for education, social justice, and health equity throughout his life. He will be continuing his studies as a Doctoral student at the Pacific School of Religion in Berkley, California while simultaneously working on a certificate to become a licensed psychoanalyst from Blanton-Peale Institute in New York City. Councilman Mohammed stated," I have raised 7 children who have all received various degrees. I decided that it was time for me to set an example for our people. It's never too old to achieve the goals that you set for yourself." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Congratulations Councilman Alfred Mohammed on this well-deserved accomplishment! For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
See The Roselle Girls Varsity Volleyball 2024-2025 Schedule
ROSELLE, NJ - Another season of Rams Volleyball is around the corner, with the Girls' Varsity team kicking off in two weeks. The Rams are coming off a tough 2023-2024 season in which they finished 6-16. Roselle faced off against Voorhees in the NJSIAA Tournament First Round, losing two sets to none. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Below is the full schedule for the 2024-2025 season: September 5, 4:30 p.m. at Hillside September 6, 4:30 p.m. at Lakewood September 9, 4:30 p.m. vs. Roselle CatholicDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. September 12, 4:30 p.m. at Johnson September 16, 4:30 p.m. vs. Roselle Park September 18, 4:30 p.m. at Plainfield September 23, 4:30 p.m. vs. Hillside September 26, 4:30 p.m. at Roselle Catholic October 1, 4:30 p.m. vs. Johnson October 7, 4:30 p.m. vs. Hillside October 9, 4:30 p.m. at Roselle Park For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
NJ man charged with animal cruelty after shooting, killing pitbull
READINGTON — A 30-year-old township man has been charged with animal cruelty after shooting and killing a pit bull that he said was aggressive. Township police responded on Aug. 12 at 1:30 p.m. to a property at Route 523 and Flemington Whitehouse Road, where there was a report of a weapon fired, prosecutors said.
Center for Hope Auxiliary Fundraising continues
The Center for Hope Hospice and Palliative Care Auxiliary hosted its annual Wine Tasting Fundraiser recently. During the event Dolores Paruta, president of the Auxiliary, presented Frank Brady, president of the Center for Hope Hospice and Palliative Care with a check for $75,000. Our Auxiliary raises funds to support the Charity Care Program at the Center providing financing for patients who are unable to pay for the services of the Center. Last year alone the Auxiliary was able to donate well over $100,000. These funds are raised through events sponsored by the Auxiliary such as the Wine Tasting in the spring and our Baskets of Hope luncheon fundraiser in the fall. The Hope Chest thrift store, located on Prospect Street in Westfield, is manned fully by volunteers and is the auxiliary’s major fundraiser.
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,...
Elizabeth football looks forward to a winning season
ELIZABETH, NJ – The last time the Minutemen hoisted a trophy was 12 years ago. The last time Elizabeth High School–Frank J. Cicarell Academy reached a sectional state championship game was in 2014. The last time the Minutemen finished better than .500 was six years ago. The last...
Council Passes Resolutions, Adopts Ordinances Concerning Parking Fees, Park Building Rentals
The Mayor and Borough Council held a regularly scheduled meeting Thursday night, August 22nd, via Zoom. The council adopted, on second reading, an ordinance setting the rental fees for the La Grande and Forest Road Park buildings and the La Grande Park Pavilion for 2025. Also adopted was an ordinance...
Edison Township to Auction Off Vehicles and Equipment
EDISON, NJ - The township will be auctioning off vehicles, equipment, and supplies from Saturday through Wednesday. Bids can be made online and are open to the public. To see all available items for auction, click here. Edison Township has listed 32 items for auction. These include cars, trucks, transport trailers, vans, forklifts, trailers, bicycles, and various computers and monitors. Minimum bids range from $5 to $100 depending on the item.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER According to USGovBid, items may be inspected on Monday between the hours of 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM. All auction pieces are located at the Edison Department of Public Works, 745 New Durham Road. All participants must be 18 years old with a valid driver's license to bid, according to the website. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Spine patient wins $3M settlement
A woman who suffered complications after having spine surgery won a $3 million settlement, the New Jersey Law Journal reported Aug. 23. The woman had a same-day microdiscectomy in February 2018 at JFK University Medical Center in Edison, N.J., the report said. After surgery, she reported severe pain and numbness, and nurses noticed she had urinary incontinence.
N.J. police chief who lost $210k job used homophobic slurs, ripped mayor, new docs show
Roselle Police Chief Stacey Williams lost his job in July, when the borough fired him after an investigation concluded he had made graphic homophobic remarks to his officers. Now, an internal affairs report shows just what those alleged slurs were. One was made to a friend in the presence of...
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