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A look inside most expensive NJ home listed for $28 million
Big homes with big prices take longer to sell. The posh Colts Neck real estate market is as strong as any other with not a lot of inventory to go around. But finding someone who can afford a $28 million home takes time. That’s why this home (OK, mansion) on...
NJ Restaurant Meximodo Awarded World Record for Largest Variety of Agave Spirits Available
Meximodo, a bar and restaurant in Metuchen specializing in agave spirits has been awarded the Guinness World Records title for the Most Varieties of Agave Spirits Commercially Available in a Bar-Restaurant in the world. This outstanding achievement will be officially recognized on National Tequila Day, Wednesday, July 24, at 3:30 p.m., with a presentation ceremony taking place on the plaza in the center of downtown Metuchen, directly in front of the restaurant.
To the Editor: Let’s Legalize Immigrants in Princeton, Not Push Them Underground
Princeton, NJ – Editor’s note: The July 10 raid by agents of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) seeking to arrest certain immigrants believed to be living in Princeton set off a wave of reactions in town. Mayor Mark Freda and other officials reassured the immigrant residents that Princeton remains a welcoming community and will not target individuals because of their ethnic origin. TAPinto Princeton’s coverage of that event, and most other media covering the activities, used the phrase “undocumented immigrants” to describe the individuals being sought by the ICE agents. But, argues one Princeton resident with...
Good of Green Farm Tour
Prompted by high-school student Alexis Cho, a “Good of Green” farm tour at Spring Creek Farm on Meetinghouse Road in Solebury Friday, July 18, reconnected visitors with farming. Approximately 20 tour participants got a behind-the-scenes look at working on the farm and experienced presentations about delivering healthy, great-tasting...
New Asbury Park pancake shop is about more than sweet treats
At first blush, mental health and tiny pancakes don't have much in common. But for Shanyah Griffith-Rumph of Buttermee Pancakes, they do. The 24-year-old from Woodbridge was studying for a master's degree in clinical mental health when she realized she wasn't paying much attention to her own. "I loved what...
Shore Super 25 football teams: 'Players graduate, expectations don't' at Marlboro High
The Asbury Park Press is featuring high school football teams being considered for our preseason Shore Super 25 team rankings MARLBORO — The Marlboro High School football program has been on a steep trajectory the past three seasons—and the Mustangs are not looking to slow down anytime soon, despite facing a challenge in...
See all homes sold on Staten Island, July 15 to July 21
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Staten Island reported from July 15 to July 21. There were 2 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 2,502-square-foot home on Taylor Street that sold for $1,011,122. Taylor Street, 10310,...
New Jersey’s Etsch Farms Donut Lady Is Back
When I moved to Monroe Township, I took a weekend to ride around and get to know the area. I noticed there were a lot of farms, farmers markets, parks and a couple of lakes. Much prettier and peaceful than the area of North Jersey I grew up in. Right...
Loyalty Lodge Car Wash Benefits Union's Boy and Girl Scouts
UNION, NJ – The warm weather helped all the volunteers stay cool at Saturday morning's car wash at Loyalty Lodge 33. “One of my incentives this year is to open the lodge up to the community,” said Lodge President Aneil Chetram. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “We want to bring the community to our lodge. This is one of the first events we’ve hosted. We wanted to help the Boy and Girls Scouts and are having a great morning.” The Loyalty Lodge is located at 1912 Morris Avenue. “We need funding throughout the year to pay for items like patches, the pine wood derby, material for activities during our meetings and equipment for camping trips,” said Kate Rahal, Scout committee chair. “This kind of event helps pay for those types of things, and we are grateful.” For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Peapack-Gladstone library to temporarily close July 27
PEAPACK-GLADSTONE – The Peapack-Gladstone branch of the Somerset County Library System (SCLSNJ) will temporarily close on July 27 for renovations, according to an update posted on the SCLSNJ website. SCLSNJ didn’t provide a timeline for the renovations but said the branch would partner with local businesses and organizations to continue library programs, events and community outreach during the closure. ...
These 3 homeless shelters are now open on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A trio of long-planned Staten Island homeless shelters have opened, the Advance/SILive.com has learned. The three shelters at 1 Van Duzer St., Tompkinsville; 1055 Hylan Blvd., Grasmere; and 119 Tompkins Ave., Stapleton, had been planned for years, but have finally begun housing homeless New Yorkers.
Edison school district probing alleged threat against Muslim students
EDISON - The school district is reviewing allegations that an Edison High School assistant principal threatened retaliation against members of the school's Muslim Students Association (MSA) after they requested to host a joint Ramadan Iftar, a fast breaking evening meal, with students from area schools earlier this year. Superintendent of Schools Edward Aldarelli called for a "thorough investigation" after being made aware of the alleged incident by the New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations...
BeiGene debuts $800M biologics plant set to create ‘hundreds’ of jobs in New Jersey
BeiGene continued its global expansion march with the opening of its $800 million U.S. flagship biologics manufacturing and R&D facility in Hopewell, New Jersey. The 400,000-square-foot production site, which was constructed over a three-year period, is expected to “create hundreds of skilled high-tech jobs at the site by the end of 2025,” the company said in a July 23 press release.
Auditor General DeFoor visits Grundy Library
Staff, leadership and stakeholders of the Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library recently welcomed Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor during his “Be Money $mart” tour. DeFoor underscored the importance of public libraries and the invaluable free resources they provide to community members. “Pennsylvania libraries offer more than just books...
Rutgers Announces 2024-25 Swim & Dive Team Captains
PISCATAWAY, N.J. – Rutgers swimming and diving has announced its captains for the upcoming 2024-25 season – Katherine Lang, Shannon Meadway, Martyna Piesko, Holly Prasanto and Grace Weaver. “Choosing our team captains is not just about recognizing exceptional athletes, but about celebrating leaders who inspire, unify, and drive...
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