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Farmer’s Almanac Says Another Mild Winter for New Jersey
PRO TIP: Save some dough and don't buy that snowblower you've had your eyes on. Farmer's Almanac predicts mild winter for New Jersey. The 2025 edition of the Farmer's Almanac is out and it's calling for a "calmer gentler winter" across the country. Here in New Jersey - as well...
Latest Data Shows South Jersey Makes Less Money Than The Rest Of New Jersey
Even though New Jersey is home to five of the most expensive property zip codes in the United States and the third-highest Household Expenses, the reality is that South Jersey is very different than North Jersey. The differences between the two major areas of New Jersey go well beyond their...
Rahway Football Takes on Voorhees Tonight at Home for Season Opener!
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway varsity football team takes on Voorhees this Thursday, August 29, at 6 p.m., for its season opener. The game takes place on the team's home turf in Rahway River Park.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Don't miss the Indians, under the direction of Head Coach Brian Russo, and the Vikings, under Head Coach John Hack, battling it out tonight in Rahway! [Don’t miss any TAPinto Rahway news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for our free e-newsletter, delivered each morning to your inbox.] For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Ho-Ho-Hold On New Jersey, It’s Way To Early For Christmas Decorations
Slowly but surely summer is getting ready to come to a close at the Jersey Shore. It's a time of year that, in my opinion, comes with mixed emotions. Gone are the days of what felt like endless sunshine and long days spent hanging on the beach, and hanging out on the Barnegat Bay.
NJNG To Hold Energy Assistance Days; Including in Lakewood, Toms River, Jackson and Howell
This fall, New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) will host its annual Energy Assistance Days. These in-person events will be held throughout Monmouth, Ocean and Morris Counties and provide hands-on assistance to help customers with the application process for available grants to help pay their energy bills. Customers behind on their energy bills may also be eligible for assistance and to schedule payment arrangements to help bring their accounts current.
Check your utility bills: Some NJ residents to receive one-time break
Relief on is on the way for New Jersey households. During the September bill cycle, the Murphy Administration will offer households a one-time bill credit for electric or gas. Roughly 278,000 ratepayers will benefit from the $175 break, made possible through the state’s Residential Energy Assistance Payment initiative. “Costly...
Shocking NJ summer energy bills spark demands to freeze rate hikes
💡 Atlantic City Electric customers report huge bill increases. 💡 Critics say ratepayers have seen bills triple over last summer. Atlantic City Electric customers are paying outrageously high electric bills this summer and lawmakers are demanding to know if the increases are above board. Thousands of ratepayers in...
Sprawling, new $284M high school opening in NJ for the first time
PERTH AMBOY — City teens will be attending classes this year at the all-new Perth Amboy High School. The three-story, 576,000 square-foot facility has ample classroom and science lab space, designed to accommodate up to 3,300 students in 9-12 grades. As of last year, there were closer to 2,700...
Grub Hub driver goes psycho on NJ highway, cops say
SOUTH BRUNSWICK — A Grub Hub driver was arrested on Route 1 after police said he threatened to kill another motorist he accused of cutting him off. Township police said they received a 911 call Monday afternoon from a man who said the driver of a white Mercedes was throwing coins and spitting at his car. The other driver also pulled out a knife and threatened to kill him when they stopped at the next traffic light, the 911 caller said.
Kelsey Grammer Returns to South Jersey as Celebrity Bartender
South Jersey has become a popular destination for numerous celebrities in recent years. Former Eagles Legend Jason Kelce hosts his annual Charity Event in Sea Isle City each year and Oscar-Award Winning Actor Edward Norton spent part of his Summer in Cape May. Best known for his role as Dr....
Rain soaks Friday morning rush before Labor Day weekend in New York City
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Commuters and people leaving for the Labor Day weekend are facing wet streets and sidewalks from rain that fell earlier on Friday morning on Staten Island. Showers are possible throughout the morning and into the early afternoon on Friday on our borough, according to AccuWeather.com.
Extra security for Trump strains local resources in NJ
Bedminster, Somerset County and New Jersey State Police are concerned about how to provide and pay for heightened 24/7 police, fire and ambulance protection for Donald Trump at his golf club in Bedminster. A request for extra coverage came from the Secret Service, following the July 13 assassination attempt in...
Rare, must-see listing: NJ alpaca farm for sale
There is a unique Atlantic County real estate listing that definitely goes against virtually all New Jersey stereotypes. A 22-acre property in Egg Harbor Township has been known for the past six years or so as Winding Creek Alpaca Farm. When it comes to NJ farmland, alpacas are a relatively...
Boar's Head lunch meat recall kills nine, including 1 in NJ. Here's the latest
If you recently bought lunch meat, you'll want to read this before getting sick. Especially if you're reading in New Jersey. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued its largest recall for deli meats after a listeria outbreak. Boar's Head issued a recall last month which included more than 7...
Rutgers proceeds with caution for top linebacker’s return
Rutgers will push the return of its defensive captain at least another week. Recovering from a torn Achilles tendon, linebacker Tyreem Powell went through warmups but was one of several projected starters who did not play in Rutgers’ 44-7 win over Howard. Powell was listed as questionable on Rutgers’ availability report, which is submitted to the Big Ten and published two hours before kickoff.
Monangai ties career-best with 165 yards rushing and scores TD as Rutgers beats Howard in opener
PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) — Reigning Big Ten Conference rushing champion Kyle Monangai matched his career-best by running for 165 yards and a touchdown to lead Rutgers to a 44-7 victory over two-time defending Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference champion Howard on Thursday night. Transfer quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis threw three touchdowns and defensive back Eric Rogers returned an interception 52 yards for a score on Howard’s first possession as the Scarlet Knights overcame a slow start in winning their eighth straight non-conference game. Antwan Raymond scored on an 11-yard run on the final play of the game. There was no PAT. The final play annoyed Howard coach Larry Scott, who said he would not have gone for a touchdown with :07 left on the clock and the Scarlet Knights leading 38-7.
ALERT — East Newark BOE, school union ratify new 3-year contract
The East Newark Board of Education and the East Newark Education Association have ratified of a new three-year collective-bargaining agreement, solidifying the partnership between the board and the association. The agreement, retroactive to July 1, 2024, runs through June 30, 2027, and addresses several key issues that will impact both...
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