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Delays over an hour on George Washington Bridge after debris spill
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) – A disabled truck caused severe delays Monday morning on the George Washington Bridge. Drivers can expect delays of over 60 minutes on the upper George Washington Bridge and closer to 45 minutes on the lower, according to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. A truck tried to make […]
NYC tap water may taste different starting Monday. Here's why.
NEW YORK -- New York City residents may notice their drinking water tastes different starting Monday. "New York City's tap water is the envy of the world. It's why we have the best pizza and bagels in the country," Mayor Eric Adams said in a statement. "Today, we're kicking off the final phase of an 11-year project to secure the future of our water supply and make sure that New Yorkers can continue to enjoy the billion gallons of drinking water we use every day."The Delaware Aqueduct, which supplies half of the city's tap water, is being temporarily shut down as part...
Big Events Weekend in Hawthorne Beginning October 5
HAWTHORNE, NJ - (Friday, Sept. 27, 2024) Last Sunday I had the honor of attending the Pastoral Installation Service of Iorwuese Agber Ifan, Reverend Wes, of the First Reformed Church of Hawthorne. The Ordination was a wonderful celebration, and I want to officially congratulate Rev. Wes and wish him continued success in his ministry. We are thrilled to have Rev. Wes and his wife, Sasha, as a part of the Hawthorne family.The Hawthorne Volunteer Ambulance Corps would like to thank all of you who so generously donated to the Corps last Saturday for their tag day.CLICK...
NYCHA is hiring for over 100 jobs in NYC
NEW YORK (PIX11) — The New York City Housing Authority is looking to hire for over 100 positions across New York City. The jobs are listed online on JobsNYC, the official careers website for the City of New York. The JobsNYC website allows people to search for jobs at different governmental departments and agencies in New […]
‘It’s overdue’: Hoboken cracking down on delivery bike drivers
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) — Hoboken is cracking down on delivery bikers. They’re mandated to register with the city and wear yellow vests, but not many were found wearing them on Tuesday. Hoboken Councilman Paul Presinzano was wearing his vest. “I’m the one who introduced the bill, so I should be wearing it,” he declared. Presinzano […]
Bergen County Presents $121K in Open Space Funding to Lodi
LODI, NJ – Garibaldi Park just got a major shot in the arm with more than $121,000 of county open space funds to upgrade equipment and install veteran monuments. County Executive Jim Tedesco and members of the Board of Commissioners recently presented a ceremonial check for $121,142 from the Bergen County Open Space Trust Fund (OSTF) to Lodi Mayor Scott Luna, members of the Borough Council, and members of American Legion NJ 136. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The OSTF grant will fund the Borough of Lodi’s Garibaldi Park Improvement Project, and is a part of the more than...
'Delicious' rat birth control is NYC's newest method of eliminating infestation
Despite a failing pilot program last year, the city has decided to go ahead with its newest idea - putting out rat birth control hidden in 'delicious' pellets intended to mitigate the wild rat population
Montclair Fire Department to Host Block Party, Oct. 5
MONTCLAIR, NJ - The Montclair Fire Department will be hosting a block party on October 5, says officials.The Montclair Fire Department’s Fire Prevention Block Party will take place on Saturday, October 5, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Nishuane Park located at 151 Harrison Avenue.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTEROrganizers said, “Come out and join us on Saturday, October 5th in Nishuane Park for our MFD Block Party! Meet your neighborhood firefighters, watch live fire safety demonstrations, touch a fire truck and more!”This event will have a variety of activities for the whole family, including the following:- Live fire safety demonstrations: Learn important fire prevention tips and watch real-time safety techniques from our skilled firefighters.- Meet and greet: Get to know your local firefighters and learn about their roles in keeping our community safe.- Touch a fire truck: Experience what it's like to be up close and personal with one of our fire engines.- Food, drinks, and giveaways: Enjoy refreshments and take home some fire safety swag. 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
Early Addition: The tap water is going to taste weird for a bit
Because we have to switch reservoirs while the main aqueduct gets fixed, here are your early links: Blue lobster spotted in a grocery store tanks, wedding in the Adams orbit, transition lenses are cool now and more. [ more › ]
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