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CEDAR GROVE, NJ - You can help the planet and clear some clutter by recycling in Cedar Grove.  Essex County is hosting a recycling day on October 19 at the Essex County Public Works Facility, located at 99 W. Bradford Avenue in Cedar Grove.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. event is free to all Essex County residents. Proof of residency is required. Below is a list of accepted items:  Computers MonitorsDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Printers Fax Machines Scanners Speakers Televisions VCRs Stereos Toasters Irons Old Cell Phones For more information, call 973-792-9060. Commercial and large quantities of items are prohibited.   For more local news, visit TAPinto.net

DENVILLE TOWNSHIP, NJ (Morris County) – A traffic stop in Denville Township led to the discovery of a Union County man wanted by the U.S. Marshals. On Aug. 23, at around 9:38 p.m., police conducted a motor vehicle stop in the area of Augusta Street and Legion Place, officials said.

GLEN ROCK, NJ - In conjunction with New Jersey Transit Free Fares week, the borough has waived parking fees in Borough lots through Monday, September 2nd. According to NjTransit.com, "Governor Murphy has announced a transit fare holiday for all customers from August 26 through September 2, 2024.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "During this period, fares will be waived for all NJ TRANSIT modes of transportation, and free rides will be offered across the NJ TRANSIT system as a “Thank you” to the hundreds of thousands of loyal customers who depend on public transit.  "Customers are not required to purchase or present tickets to travel during this period. Tickets will be required for travel again beginning September 3, 2024. "Monthly pass holders who have already purchased an August pass, valid through the end of the month, will automatically receive a 25% discount on their September monthly pass purchase through the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App, at Ticket Vending Machines or ticket windows." For more local news, visit TAPinto.net

MORRISTOWN NJ - The Morristown High School Girls Soccer team is ready for the 2024 season.  Their first game is Tuesday August 27 when they host Oak Knoll at Harter Road. Game is at 1pmCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Their full season is listed below: Tuesday, Aug 27, 2024   Game  1:00PM  Oak Knoll  Robert E. Taratko Sports Complex- 87 Harter Rd, Morristown, NJ 07960 (AKA Harter Rd) Field 4/Varsity              Thursday, Aug 29, 2024   Game  4:00PM  Mount Olive High School  Robert E. Taratko Sports Complex- 87 Harter Rd, Morristown, NJ 07960 (AKA Harter Rd) Field 4/Varsity              Wednesday, Sep 4, 2024   Game  4:00PM  Morris Hills High School  Greystone-Central Park-91 Central Ave, Morris...

On August 19, 2024, at around 7:50 a.m., Florham Park Officer Nick Cotterell pulled over a vehicle on Columbia Turnpike near James Street. The stop was initiated due to several observed motor vehicle violations, including an expired and suspicious-looking temporary registration. During the stop, Officer Cotterell found that the temporary...

MORRSITOWN, NJ -  The Rotary Club of Morristown will be hosting a Book Drive. The collected books will be redistributed to any child looking for a new book to read and enjoy during the Morristown Festival on the Green, September 29    Donations are being accepted from August  15 through September 27 at :CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Fully Promoted; 16 Pine Street in Morristown Peapack Gladstone Bank; 223 South Street in Morristown Any book, ages newborn to fifth grade will be collected.      DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Sign up to get all the news as it happens at www.TAPinto.net/enews and follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MorristownTAP/ and on Twitter at @MorristownTAP and on Instagram at @tapintomorristown Download the TAPinto App!   Click here for Android.  Click here for iOS   For more local news, visit TAPinto.net

MADISON,  NJ - The Madison High School Girls Volleyball team is ready for the 2024 season.  Their first match is Thursday, August 29 when they host Summit. Match time is 4pm in the Madison Main Gym.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Their full season is listed below: Thursday, Aug 29, 2024   Match  DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. 4:00PM  Summit  Madison High School Gym-Main                    Friday, Aug 30, 2024   Tri Scrimmage  2:00PM  Morris Hills High School  Madison High School Gym-Main              2-3pm Madison vs. Morris Hills 3-4pm Morris Hills vs. GL 4-5pm Madison vs. GL     Wednesday, Sep 4,...

PARAMUS — Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is asking artists to submit designs for murals for its group therapy rooms and staff lounge in the newly renovated Behavioral Health areas. The hospital wants to make the spaces more personal and warmer for patients and to brighten the lounge area for staff, said...

The decline of industrial America is a ghost that haunts us — and haunts our politics. The fiery union speeches at the DNC convention, the signature phrase Make America Great Again on the other side — what do they signify, if not the mourning of Americans for a vanished way of...

1207 Hamburg Turnpike in Wayne — Courtesy: The Goldstein Group. Spark Car Wash has leased a 1.5-acre site in Wayne for a new location on one of the township’s main retail corridors, brokers with The Goldstein Group announced Monday. According to a news release, the fast-growing chain will...

Passaic, NJ – On August 17th-18th, 2024, the City of Passaic held its free Annual Family Campout at Third Ward Memorial Park, welcoming a dozen families for a weekend of outdoor activities and community bonding. Led by Mayor Hector C. Lora and the Department of Recreation, the event allowed families to connect and enjoy nature, despite inclement weather during the evening. Even with the rainy conditions, all attendants were able to experience a true night of camping under the stars, complete with the adventure of weathering the elements. Saturday’s activities included a city-sponsored dinner, traditional campfire s’mores, stargazing, and a special outdoor screening of Ghostbusters. “The Family Campout is an event we look forward to every year. It offers a unique opportunity for families to disconnect from their daily routines, immerse themselves in nature, and build lasting connections with each other and their community,” said Mayor Lora. “We are proud to continue fostering these experiences for our residents.” Sunday morning began with a city-sponsored breakfast, followed by fishing at Third Ward Park’s own lake to bring the weekend to a satisfying close. Throughout the event, participants enjoyed a wide range of activities, including sports, games, arts and crafts, and water balloon fights, building community among attendees. A playful figurative bear sighting further heightened the day’s humor. With a dozen families in attendance, this year’s campout reinforced the City’s commitment to providing inclusive, community-focused events that promote active lifestyles and family engagement.

Passaic, NJ – Hundreds of Passaic families turned out on Sunday, August 18th, 2024, for the City of Passaic’s annual Back to School Book Bag Give-Away, hosted by Mayor Hector C. Lora in partnership with Passaic PBA Local #14. The event, held at the city’s Indoor Recreation Facility, was a resounding success, with lines stretching down the block as families eagerly awaited to receive critical support for the upcoming school year.

The Totowa Commerce Center portfolio includes more than a dozen buildings across Commerce Way, Center Court and Riverview Drive in Totowa. — Courtesy: PGIM Real Estate. Longpoint Partners LP has secured nearly $64 million in financing for its purchase of more than 448,000 square feet of shallow-bay industrial space in Totowa.

LIVINGSTON, NJ — After hosting a series of highly successful fundraising events in their first year to benefit Livingston Neighbors Helping Neighbors (LNHN), members of Lancer HCHY — the student arm of Livingston’s Healthy Community, Health Youth (HCHY) initiative — are seeking new members to join their organization. Lancer HCHY will be hosting a booth at Tuesday’s Clubs and Activities Fair for incoming freshmen at Livingston High School (LHS) in hopes of expanding its membership, which is currently made up primarily of athletes and sports enthusiasts who recently paired their passions for physical activity and community service...

HANOVER—The Greater Morristown YMCA is gearing up to offer an array of exciting new fitness classes this fall, providing residents with a fresh opportunity to enhance their health and well-being. Starting in early September, these classes will cater to various fitness levels and interests, ensuring something for everyone. Kicking...

TEANECK, N.J. - The FDU Knights improve their record to 2-0 with a 4-3 victory over Fairfield. Tonight's game had two major topics: Kevin Leonhard and the unfortunate lightning. Leonhard contributed two goals and one assist in the win over the Stags, while the lightning caused for a mid-game pause moments away from halftime.

NUTLEY, NJ - During the Aug.26 open public meeting of the Nutley Board of Education, it was announced that there are some new things happening at Lincoln School ahead of the first day of classes next week.  It was announced that repairs to the auditorium were completed this summer. TAPinto Nutley was on the scene on Columbus Day 2023 when a contractor started a fire on the roof of the auditorium. Classes were canceled for several days following the fire to allow for smoke remediation. To avoid disruption to classes, the construction work to repair the roof...

The Montclair Fire Department rescued a person who fell from a cliff in the Mills Reservation on Saturday. The individual had been walking in Mills Reservation when they fell 20 feet from the cliff and landed on a rocky ledge. At approximately 8:30 pm on Saturday, fire units responded to...

NUTLEY, NJ - The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) monitor Jeanette Makus overrode a vote made by the Nutley Board of Education in what she described as being in the best interest of the students. The issue in question was a payment of $27,957.71 for unused vacation time for an employee of the district. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER When it came time for the BOE to vote on item J, Salvatore Ferraro and Joseph Battaglia abstained from voting. The other members of the BOE voted no. Item J reads: J. APPROVAL OF UNUSED VACATION DAYS BE IT RESOLVED that the Nutley Board of Education approves the payment of unused vacation days to Employee ID # 4205 in the amount of $27,957.71, as per contract. After the vote, Makus spoke and explained that she would override the BOE vote, citing the legal expenses associated with denying the payment. As state monitor, Makus has the ability to override all decisions in the best interest of the students, district, and ultimately the taxpayers.  TAPinto Nutey education reporter Alley Shubert will have more details about the August 26 Nutley BOE meeting later in the week.  For more local news, visit TAPinto.net

PATERSON, N.J. -- Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh has abruptly ended his bid to fill the 9th Congressional District seat of the late Bill Pascrell Jr., who died last week at the age of 87 after a month-long illness. New Jersey Democrats are facing a crucial Thursday deadline to pick a successor to replace Pascrell on the ballot.Political sources had told CBS News New York's Christine Sloan that Sayegh, who has been Paterson's mayor since 2018, was on a list of possible replacements that also included state Assemblywoman Shavonda Sumter, who was close to Pascrell, state Sen. Nellie Pou, and Bergen...