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Liberty boys basketball star guard announces transfer to N.J. prep school
For the second time in as many years, the Liberty High School boys basketball team’s leading scorer is transferring. Blake Hargrove, a guard, announced on Instagram earlier this week that he’s headed to the Hun School in Princeton. He is also reclassifying as a member of the Class of 2027.
Ex-Rutgers AD Pat Hobbs being investigated for alleged ‘inappropriate’ relationship after shock resignation
Former Rutgers athletic director Pat Hobbs is under investigation by the university for a possible “inappropriate, consensual relationship,” according to a report from NJ Advance Media. Hobbs, who had held the position for nine years, resigned after he cited health concerns earlier this month. NJ Advance Media reported that the “investigation is believed to have spurred his abrupt resignation.” Rutgers did not immediately respond to The Post when asked to comment. Greg Schiano gets shade for running up score in Rutgers’ blowout win over Howard Earlier this week, NJ Advanced Media reported that Rutgers’ gymnastics program was in disarray before his resignation, with head coach...
Football: Veteran-led Somerville edges Hillsborough for dramatic opening-day win
SOMERVILLE – The Somerville High School football team has its sites set on a special season, with a senior-heavy club stocked with experienced varsity talent. Thursday, the Pioneers veterans made some huge plays in big spots and it netted them a hugely impressive opening-day win over one of the Big Central Conference’s other elite teams – and in dramatic fashion. ...
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Football live scoreboard, Big Central Conference coverage links: Week zero
High school football season makes its return to Central Jersey this weekend, and MyCentralJersey.com is back to bring you in-depth coverage of the 59 Big Central Football Conference schools, as well as our two local non-league programs. We will have full live coverage of four BCC games this weekend, with reporters and photographers...
High School Football: New Brunswick Can't Overcome Penalties, Turnovers in Season-Opening Loss
NEW BRUNSWICK – The Zebras of New Brunswick High School couldn’t overcome nine penalties and two turnovers, including a fumble near the goal line in the first quarter, in Friday night’s season-opening 28-0 football loss to Freehold Borough. New Brunswick was in position to take an early lead after it pounced on a loose ball on the Colonials’ 7. A bouncing punt had touched a Freehold Borough return man and was recovered by a Zebra defender.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The tables turned on the next play, though, when Freehold Borough recovered a...
Cella, Veliz power Hunterdon Central over North Hunterdon - Football recap
Juniors Drew Cella and Giovanni Veliz combined for 306 yards of offense with six touchdowns to lead Hunterdon Central to a 42-14 season-opening victory over North Hunterdon in Flemington. Through the air, Cella completed nine passes for 154 yards and threw three touchdowns. His longest pass of the night came...
Hun makes history in win over Mount Carmel (IL) - Football recap
Hun set a new mark as it recorded the most points ever scored by an opponent in Mount Carmel (IL) and defeated the Caravan in a 42-38 final on Thursday. Mount Carmel ranks No. 39 in the country per High School Football America. Jack Moran came up huge for Hun...
Lawrence High School readies for new school year with freshman orientation and new staff
Lawrence High School is gearing up for the 2024-2025 academic year, with the first day of school just under a week away. Over the past week, LHS hosted a freshman orientation, welcomed new faculty and staff, and held an annual meeting for 12th graders to prepare for the upcoming year.
Free speech in NJ — Rutgers requires permits for expression
✅ Pro-Palestinian protests took place at Rutgers and Princeton in April & May. ✅ Rutgers University created a website with the school's "free expression" policies. ✅ Princeton University would not disclose if any protocols have changed. Rutgers University is taking steps to better handle potential student campus protests this fall.
Top Ranked Public High Schools in Mercer County, NJ by U.S. News
The summer is flying by. It's already August, and this month is moving at a quick pace already. I know the last thing you want to think about, as a student, parent, or teacher, is back-to-school season. The summer is a great time to rest, recharge, and just take a...
Fast start propels Immaculata past Kellenburg (NY) - Football recap
Cole Hayden’s three-touchdown day helped Immaculata down Kellenburg (NY) 35-21 in Somerville. Immaculata got off to a hot start and took a 21-0 lead in the first quarter with touchdowns from Cole Hayden, Quinn Hayden, and Nick Strokes. Kellenburg fought back though and made it a 28-21 game in...
FOOTBALL: Notre Dame Survives Miraculous Fourth-Quarter BRHS Rally, 40-38
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ – The Bridgewater-Raritan High School football team launched its 2024 campaign with one of the greatest comeback bids you will ever see. Although they ultimately came out on the losing end at Notre Dame High School, the Panthers hope to ride the momentum of what ended up being a massive fourth-quarter surge the rest of the way in 2024.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Behind five total touchdowns by senior quarterback Julian Matera, Notre Dame (1-0) took a 24-point lead into the fourth quarter against visiting Bridgewater-Raritan (0-1), which then saw junior...
Edison Public Schools Begin Next Week: See Important Dates for 2024-2025
EDISON, NJ - The 2024 - 2025 academic school year will begin in Edison Township on Thursday. The last day of school is scheduled for June 25, 2025. All Edison Township schools will be closed on the following dates:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER October 3-4 - Rosh Hashanah November 1 - Diwali November 4 - 8 - Fall Break November 28-29 - Thanksgiving December 24-January 1 - Winter break & New Year's Day January 20 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day January 29 - Lunar New Year February 17 - President's Day March 31 - Eid April 14-18 Spring break May 26 - Memorial Day June 19 - Juneteenth Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled for Preschool and Elementary School students on November 14, November 21, March 13, and March 20. Conferences for Middle School are scheduled for December 5 and February 13, and High School is scheduled for December 3. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Riley shines in season opener; Central Regional rolls past Hightstown - Football recap
On both ends of the field, senior Royalty Riley was making noise on opening night during Central Regional’s 20-0 victory over Hightstown in Bayville. Riley hauled in two touchdown catches on offense and snagged two interceptions on defense to help the Golden Eagles win their season opener. Senior quarterback...
Weekend Update: It's Time to Put Your Thinking Caps Back On, Princeton, Preferably in Orange and Black
Princeton, NJ –If you think the summer has gone by quickly, wait until we tell you the class year that Princeton University has just welcomed back to the campus: 2-0-2-8. The first-year students (they’re not freshmen anymore) arrived last week and this Sunday, September 1, they will be officially welcomed at open exercises in the University Chapel by President Christopher L. Eisgruber.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Opening Exercises for the Class of 2028 will be held on Sunday, Sept. 1 at 3 p.m. The annual interfaith service includes an address by President Christopher...
Here's your 'Back to School Night' Schedule, Bears!
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Schools in East Brunswick open this week on Thursday, September 5. East Brunswick High School and Churchill Junior High School have single-session days on Thursday, September 5 and Friday, September 6. All Elementary Schools have full days starting this week. Attached find the list of scheduled Back-to-School Nights for the beginning of the 2024/25 school year.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER For Elementary Schools, meetings begin at 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM - Grades: 2, 3, 4, and 6; and 7:30 PM - 8:15 PM - Grades: Pre-K, K, 1, and 5 All other Back to School Nights (Grades 7-12) will begin at 7 PM. Bowne-Munro DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. September 16, 2024 Central September 16, 2024 Chittick September 10, 2024 Frost September 9, 2024 Irwin September 10, 2024 Lawrence Brook September 10, 2024 Memorial September 10, 2024 Warnsdorfer September 10, 2024 Hammarskjold Upper Elementary School Tuesday, September 17, 2024 (7:30) - Grade 5 Tuesday, September 17, 2024 (6:00) - Grade 6 CJHS Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - Grade 7 Wednesday, September 25, 2024 - Grade 8 & 9 EBHS Thursday, September 12, 2024 - Grades 10, 11 & 12 For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Reichenbecher gets first win with Freehold Borough - Football recap
Derek Reichenbecher got his Freehold Borough career off on the right foot as he earned his first win as head coach of the program 28-0 against New Brunswick in New Brunswick. Qua’Mir Everett lit the spark for Freehold Borough with a 44-yard punt return for a touchdown in the second quarter. He added another score with a 44-yard touchdown reception from Jayshawn Wiggs in the third.
Trenton Public Schools to Host Back to School Extravaganza
Although it feels like the summer is just getting started, in a mere matter of weeks, the classroom will once again be abuzz with students eager to learn. Back to school season is meant to be a magical time full of fresh starts and new opportunities. However, for students and families currently facing financial hardship, the return to the classroom can be a costly and uncertain season. No matter who you are or what your life circumstances may look like, every child deserves the opportunity to start off the school year strong. If your child is currently enrolled in Trenton Public Schools and you are in need of supplies ahead of the school year, you are in luck. Now returning for another wonderful year, Trenton Public School District will once again be hosting a Back To School Extravaganza for the 2024 school year.
Colonia opens season with OT win over Sayreville - Football recap
Scoring might have come few and far between for Colonia and Sayreville, but Dylan Chiera’s 12-yard touchdown run in overtime proved to be the difference as the Patriots defeated the Bombers 14-13 in Parlin. Kyle Bell opened the scoring with a 3-yard touchdown run to give Colonia a 7-0...
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