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Glen Rock Schedules Public Forum on Basketball Court Use
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The borough announced a community forum scheduled for September 16 to discuss views on basketball court use and public safety at Wilde Memorial Park after the May 21 shooting. "All residents will have the opportunity to express their views on these important topics," according to a public notice released Friday, July 26.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The meeting will take place at Borough Hall, 1 Harding Plaza. Residents voiced their concerns at this week's council work session during a discussion about the borough's survey regarding court usage and safety. See results here. There were 1,200 responses to the survey, which, among other questions, asked if residents used the courts. Glen Rock Council to Hold Town Hall on Basketball Court Usage For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
5 Takeaways from the July 22 West Orange BOE Meeting
WEST ORANGE, NJ – The West Orange Board of Education continued preparing for the 2024-2025 school year at the July 22 meeting. Here are some important takeaways. New Appointments CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Dr. Victor Alcindor, long-time ELA teacher at West Orange High School, has been appointed as the new Supervisor of ELA for grades 6-12. He takes over for Elizabeth Veneziano, who will be replacing Acting Director of Human Resources Annette Towson. Supervisor of Schoolwide Advancement Position for Schools with Title I Designation to be Posted Funded by a Title I grant, this position...
Olympic gymnast Hezly Rivera is the youngest athlete on Team USA. Meet her proud parents
At just 16, Hezly Rivera is poised to compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics as the youngest athlete on the U.S. women’s gymnastics team — and Team USA as a whole. During the Games, Hezly Rivera, who hails from Oradell, New Jersey, will compete alongside Olympic veterans Simone Biles, Jordan Chiles, Suni Lee and Jade Carey.
West Orange High School Students Shine at Paper Mill Playhouse Summer Musical Theater Conservatory
MILLBURN, NJ -- West Orange High School is celebrating the achievements of two of its students, Kyan Bashkoff and Vincent Fondetto. Kyan, a rising 10th grader, and Vincent, a rising 9th grader, who have been selected among 122 exceptionally gifted young performers from around the world to participate in the prestigious 2024 Paper Mill Playhouse Summer Musical Theater Conservatory. The Summer Musical Theater Conservatory at Paper Mill Playhouse is a rigorous program that empowers students to hone their individual performance potential while gaining a comprehensive foundation in theater arts. During the program, students engage in an intensive...
Hasbrouck Heights BOE Approves New High School Principal
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - The Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education approved Vincenzo Barchini as the new Hasbrouck Heights High School principal during Thursday night's meeting. He will replace Linda Simmons who announced her retirement from the district in March 2024. The Board approved Barchini to begin on August 1, 2024. He is the current Director of Guidance & Testing. Previously, he was the Vice Principal under Simmons.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Read: Hasbrouck Heights High School Principal to Retire During the public comments, Euclid School principal Michael Sickels praised the service of Simmons, who had...
Freshpet bringing fresh life to Somerset County with new headquarters
BEDMINSTER - Freshpet, the fast-growing refrigerated pet food company with projected 2024 sales of nearly $1 billion, has broken ground on its new global headquarters near the intersection of routes 202 and 206 in partnership with Advanced Realty Investors. Freshpet, which started in 2006 in Secaucus, will build a 30,000-square-foot, eco-friendly facility scheduled for completion in early 2025. ...
Union County Mosquito Control to Spray New Providence and Surrounding Areas
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Union County Mosquito Control has announced it will conduct adult mosquito spraying in New Providence and surrounding areas on Saturday morning, July 27, 2024. The spraying is scheduled to occur between 3:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m., weather permitting. The areas in New Providence to be treated include:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Gales Drive Area Charnwood Road Sherwood Drive Runnymede Parkway Ashwood Road Rosner Place New Providence Department of Public Works Central Avenue In addition to New Providence, the spraying will cover other local areas as follows: Berkeley Heights: Grant Street Area, River Road, Snyder Avenue, Emerson Lane Area,...
O’Dea unveils Jersey City Councilman-at-Large Rivera as second running mate
Hudson County Commissioner Bill O’Dea (D-2), a declared candidate for Jersey City mayor, unveiled Councilman-at-Large Daniel Rivera as his second running mate earlier this morning. “The reason that we’re here today at the [Roberto Clemente] little league field is that we’re gonna introduce, in a little while, [someone] who...
Union County Holds Veterans Job Fair for Residents Seeking Employment Opportunities on August 21st
The Union County Board of County Commissioners, in collaboration with the Office of Veterans, the American Job Center, and the Union County Workforce Development Board, is hosting a special job fair dedicated to helping veterans find new career opportunities. While the event will primarily focus on veterans, all Union County residents are welcome to attend. The Veterans Job Fair will take place on Wednesday, August 21st at 5:00 P.M. at the Warinanco Sports Center, located at 1 Park Drive in Roselle.
East Orange student, teacher study history where it happened
An East Orange High School teacher and student got the chance to study history where it was made in Philadelphia. Tracey Prince, a world history teacher at East Orange STEM Academy, and student Rouselene Folas, participated in the first-ever Young People’s Continental Congress created by the National History Day (NHD) organization.
Pride on the Pier: Hoboken LGBTQ Festival Set for Sunday
HOBOKEN, NJ - Pier 13 Hoboken and the Jersey City LGBTQ+ Pride Festival are hosting Pride on the Pier on Sunday! As one of the largest LGBTQ+ events in Hoboken, attendees can expect a day filled with fun, entertainment, delicious food, and refreshing drinks.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER There will be live music from DJs Nesto and Tim Dawg, performances and fun interactions with hosts Andora Tetee, Inita D, and Hibiscus and food and drink trucks. This event is a fundraiser dedicated to covering the production costs of the 35+ events happening throughout Jersey City Pride month in August. Tickets are $5 online and $10 cash at the door. Purchase Donation Tickets Here. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Liberty State Park’s Uncertain Future
Jersey Cityans have had roughly a decade to see their home vastly change. High rises, trendy markets, and the occasional quirky coffee shop are just some of what would have been impossible to even conceive of just a few years ago. As the city’s profile continues to grow, so too has the average person’s inability to keep up with Jersey City’s cost of living. Therefore, it is no wonder that despite the renaissance, many are demanding that the brakes on commercialization be pulled on a very public issue – Liberty State Park’s (LSP) Revitalization Program.
Veolia issues boil water advisory for Jersey City Heights after pump shut down
Veolia has issued a boil water advisory for residents of the Jersey City Heights after a pump shut down for about 90 minutes last night, causing a loss of water pressure. “Troy Street lost a pump. Veolia has people en route to reset it. Once that pump is reset, full pressure will be restored. My council office is monitoring the situation and will update as soon as we get more information,” Ward D Councilman Yousef Saleh wrote on Facebook Friday evening.
NEWARK RALLIES FOR SONYA MASSEY SUNDAY
On Sunday, July 28th, several organizations will rally to mourn the death and the horrific police killing of Sonya Massey!. Participants will assemble at the Lincoln Monument, located at 12 Springfield Av Newark at 2pm. Massey, a single mother of two, was shot to death by Sean Grayson, a deputy...
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.
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