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“Liar…Liar” Comes to Alkemy Coffee Friday August 9th 7pm
Call it a cross between an interactive game show and a story slam: Four storytellers. One complete liar. The audience gets to grill, interrogate and query the storytellers using their best keen 'Sherlock Holmes insight'; to figure out who the fabulous fabricator is. Tickets are ten dollars and are available at this link. This interactive storytelling show "Liar...Liar - Pants on Fire!" brings some of the best damn liars who raise the art of fabrication to new heights. The format is simple:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER 1- Four storytellers tell personal stories for...
NJ State Troopers searching for Warren County stabbing suspect
Authorities are asking for your help locating a man wanted in connection to a stabbing in North Jersey late Tuesday night. Officials say at around 10:20 on the night of July 2nd, state troopers responded to a report of a stabbing victim at a home on Meadow Cliff Lane in Hardwick Township, Warren County.
New NJ domestic worker rights bill aids housekeepers, gardeners, child care providers
A new law took effect on Monday granting sweeping rights to an estimated 50,000 domestic workers across New Jersey. The newly-minted “domestic worker bill of rights” — which Gov. Phil Murphy signed in January — provides workplace protections for domestic service workers such as housekeepers, in-house child care providers and gardeners.
Fulop plan for 2% tuition caps at public colleges being looked at by N.J. legislature
Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop’s proposal for placing a two percent cap on tuitions at public colleges is now being considered by the New Jersey Legislature. “Just like when he was the first to call for extending the Corporate Business Tax to fund NJ TRANSIT, or when major aspects of his Housing Policy were included in the state’s recent housing legislation, or when he became among the very first elected officials in the state to call for the end of the corrupt county line system, Mayor Fulop is once again driving the policy discussion in New Jersey with his plan for annual caps on public college tuition,” Fulop for Governor spokesperson Ashley Manz said in a statement.
Safety rules to protect workers during heat waves issued by feds
Biden administration officials rolled out a long-awaited heat standard on Tuesday meant to protect workers from the deluge of heat waves and extreme weather advocates say are becoming more commonplace because of climate change. The regulation would cover an estimated 35 million workers across the nation, though it would not go into effect...
28 road deaths so far in 2024: NJ county is stepping up patrols
Expect more messaging and crackdowns related to unsafe driving. Through the first half of this year, 28 people have lost their lives due to motor vehicle crashes on roads in Atlantic County. That's second only to Middlesex County (34), and officials say they're dedicated to stopping the trend from continuing...
Monstrous storms: Top strongest hurricanes in US history
For New Jersey residents the Atlantic hurricane season starts on June 1 and ends November 30. The most active month for hurricanes or tropical storms is September, while the least active month is May globally, according to NOAA. So far, there have been 1,727 tropical cyclones of at least tropical...
New Jersey’s Ocean Casino Resort launches cardless gaming
Players have access to slots and table games through the resort’s app. US.- Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey, has launched Cardless Gaming via the resort’s mobile app. Players have access to slots and table games. Physical cards will continue to be accepted for those who prefer them.
🔴 A man has been charged with installing a skimmer on an ATM at a NJ market
MIDDLESEX — A California man has been charged with installing a skimming device on an ATM at a store in the Central Jersey borough in March, police said. A skimmer is a device that scammers attach to card readers to steal card data and PINs. The data can then be used to either make unauthorized purchases, withdraw cash from ATMs or create counterfeit cards.
Holiday Weekend Update: In Princeton Fireworks Are a Dud; History Lights Up the Day
Princeton, NJ – If you are looking for fireworks to help commemorate the Fourth of July, then you will find your choices are limited, at least in Princeton and central New Jersey. Princeton gets its fireworks lust out of the way in late May, when Princeton University treats the community to an over-the-top display as part of its annual alumni Reunions celebrations. But on the Fourth of July weekend itself, the offerings are scarce. Some towns now jump the gun, and light the sky in advance. Lawence Township lit it up on Friday, June 28. In Hamilton,...
When ‘universal’ pre-K really isn’t: Barriers to participating abound
Even when states claim to have “universal” pre-K, some of the most comprehensive programs only serve a slice of kids who are eligible. The post When ‘universal’ pre-K really isn’t: Barriers to participating abound appeared first on New Jersey Monitor.
Cooler states now forced to grapple with extreme heat fueled by climate change
NEW YORK — As temperatures soared into the 90s, the heat and humidity hit the concrete in Astoria, Queens, and bounced into the air. People moved along the scorched sidewalk slowly, their clothes drenched with sweat. Elianne Alvarado, 44, who was raised in New York City and has lived here for most of her life, […] The post Cooler states now forced to grapple with extreme heat fueled by climate change appeared first on Oregon Capital Chronicle.
The 25 N.J. highways we hate most, ranked by how much we hate them
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Killer convicted of N.J. teacher’s 1973 murder shouldn’t get parole, court rules
A man imprisoned for 50 years in the killing of a schoolteacher in 1973 will have to serve at least three more years behind bars before the state parole board considers his freedom. A state appeals court this week said the parole board was fair to deny parole to Fred...
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