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Intruders Disrupt Quiet Night in Erwin Park Road in Montclair
MONTCLAIR, NJ - A burglary was reported last week, police officials announced Tuesday. The Montclair Police Department stated that on August 12, an Erwin Park Road resident reported an unusual commotion outside their residence.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The homeowners reported hearing suspicious noises that prompted them to check outside. As they were peering through their window, they were alarmed to see two vehicles parked at the edge of their driveway. They noticed at least two men on their property carrying flashlights. The intruders fled the scene when they realized they had been spotted by the residents. Upon inspection, the homeowners discovered the rear door wide open. Further investigation revealed that a wallet and a backpack, which had been left on the dining room table, were missing. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
1st Annual Veggie Grand Prix
Calling all creative kids and veggie enthusiasts. Help us celebrate Main St Market’s 2nd Anniversary by participating in our 1st Annual Veggie Grand Prix!. Children of all ages are invited to design and build their own veggie race cars and bring them to the Main St Market Farmers Market on September 1 to race in our Veggie Grand Prix.
Millburn Residents Read 37,537 Books During Library’s Summer Reading Contest, Plus Future Events
MILLBURN, NJ — The Millburn Free Public Library recently reported impressive statistics for its annual Summer Reading Contest. 1,199 readers read 37,537 books. Participants included:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER 921 kids 100 teens 178 adults Over the summer, the library hosted many interesting and fun activities for children, teens and adults, including the Second Annual Pride Celebration, live and virtual author visits, crafts, a Juneteenth celebration, a cybersecurity presentation, a Medicare presentation, a live concert series, hybrid events, the seed packet library, a class about cyanotype (solar printing), a pop-up at Liv Breads, an Aquatic Adventures program,...
Chatham Be Positive Club Raises More than $20,000 for Pediatric Cancer Research with Third Annual 3v3 Basketball Tournament
CHATHAM, NJ -- The Chatham Be Positive (B+) Club held its third annual 3v3 basketball tournament on Saturday at the Garden Park courts and raised more than $20,000 for pediatric cancer research. Twenty teams competed in the 2024 Be Positive Club tournament, which has now raised more than $50,000 in three years.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Carly Bergstein, executive director of the B+ Foundation, speaks at the Chatham event on Saturday The Chatham B+ Club was started three years ago by Mark Pasacreta and a group of Chatham High students to raise money for...
Bloomfield Police Launch 'Cops in Crosswalks' Initiative
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- To enhance public awareness of pedestrian safety and minimize injuries and fatalities, the Bloomfield Police Department will intensify enforcement against drivers who fail to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. The "Cops in Crosswalks" initiative will be implemented across the township. Undercover officers will act as pedestrians in crosswalks, and any driver observed not stopping will be reported to their colleagues in nearby patrol cars for a traffic stop.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER With the new school year underway, the "Cops in Crosswalks" campaign will place extra emphasis on unsafe driving in school zones throughout the community. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Wayne Mayor Explains Tax Increases on Recently Mailed Tax Bills
WAYNE, NJ – Residents have received their property tax bills from the township recently, and some may have noticed an increase that may have seemed more than expected. Mayor Chris Vergano brought this up during this past council meeting, saying he was “trying to figure out how,” his taxes increased by about $600 and asked Heather McNamara, the township CFO, to break it all down. Here’s what was discussed regarding taxes during the meeting…CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “Everybody’s taxes went up approximately four percent,” Vergano said, then put up a slide on...
Newark Restaurant Fined $168K For Failing To Pay Workers In Overtime
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Swahili Village Bar and Grill in Newark willfully failed to pay 84 servers, cooks, and bussers overtime pay when they worked more than 40 hours in a workweek, in violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act. “Restaurant industry workers too often fall victim...
Nutley Restaurant and Foodie Week Continues at the Hudson Rose. Dinner Tonight?
NUTLEY, NJ - Continue to celebrate Nutley Restaurant Week at The Hudson Rose with dinner tonight, or perhaps lunch this week? Guests can enjoy $30 2-Course Lunch Prix Fixe, and $45 3-Course Dinner Prix Fixe (not available Fri/Sat Dinner).CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Hudson Rose is located at 238 Franklin Ave. Nutley. The main entrance faces Nutley Municipal Lot No. 1, near Bosphorus. Special Restaurant Week Prix Fixe Menus are attached in the photo carousel. The Nutley Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Township of Nutley Department of Public Affairs and Health, presents Restaurant & Foodie Week – Monday, August 19 to Thursday, August 29, 2024. The event showcases local eateries to township residents and to diners in surrounding towns ready to experience the diverse and delicious options in town.DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Diners enjoy specials and discounts offered specifically for Restaurant Week as they explore the wide range of cuisines that comprise our vibrant food scene. Related Article: Nutley Chamber of Commerce Restaurant Week is Going To Be Special - Enjoy specials from local eateries Aug 19-29. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Millburn Neighbors Helping Neighbors Food Pantry Requests
Hello Neighbors! The pantry is in need of the following items:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Boxed Milk Canned Soup (All Types) Cream of Chicken Soup Chili Pinto Beans Cereal Laundry Detergent Pasta Pasta Sauce (NO GLASS) Boxed Rice These items & others can be found on our Amazon Wish List. We find that this is the easiest way to get items for us. However we always appreciate those who go to the food store! Donations can go directly to Millburn Town Hall during regular business hours. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Pioneering scholar named dean at Bloomfield College of M.S.U.
Montclair State University has announced the appointment of Theodorea Regina Berry as the new dean of Bloomfield College of Montclair State University effective Monday, Sept. 2. Following a national search, Berry will lead academic programs that align with the University’s strategic plan and advance teaching excellence and innovation, according to a press release from Montclair State.
Motorcyclist Killed After Being Ejected, Run Over In Route 280 Crash: Police (UPDATE)
A 52-year-old motorcyclist was killed in an early-morning crash on Route 280 in Hudson County, police said.Kyle Silas, of Orange, was heading west on a Fly Wing electric motorcycle when he struck a Ford sedan near milepost 16 in Kearny around 4:35 a.m., New Jersey State Police Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron s…
Fair Lawn Schools Ready to Open on September 4
FAIR LAWN, NJ - The superintendent said staff and facilities are ready to go for the fall, noting this summer has been the busiest since the referendum added additions to the middle schools. "The number of facility updates that have been done is tremendous," Dr. Rui Dionisio, superintendent of schools, said on August 22.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The following projects have been completed or will be completed in the coming weeks: Paving at the High School and Memorial Middle School completed Concrete stairs on the back end of Milnes and TJ Middle School completed Addition...
Jersey City Pride Festival celebrates LGBTQ communities and allies
JERSEY CITY, N.J. (PIX11) – Jersey City Pride is on display. The 23rd Anniversary Jersey City LGBTQ Pride Festival on Newark Avenue celebrates the diversity of the LGBTQ communities and allies of Hudson County and the New York City Metropolitan area. Last year’s Pride Month festival attracted an estimated 25,000 attendees, showcasing its position as […]
Park Ridge 9U Owls attack! Back-to-back champs more than earn redemption
PARK RIDGE—Congratulations to the Park Ridge Owls 9U baseball team, which capped off a dream season with back-to-back championships. Entering the spring with the sting of last summer’s 1-0 championship loss to the Northern Valley Norsemen still fresh, the Owls were on a mission. Determined to erase the memory of that narrow defeat, they took to winter workouts and spring practices with a singular focus: redemption.
Beware... Something Spooky is Planned in Phillipsburg Halloween Weekend
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ—As the days are shorter and the fall air arrives, the Phillipsburg Chamber of Commerce has conjured up not one but two spine-tingling events for the community this Halloween. Proceed if you dare, for one event is a beloved tradition, while the other is a classic fright in the downtown. Don’t be scared, stop by and enjoy an old-fashioned movie in the park.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER A FREE Spooky Movie Night at Shappell Park Halloween weekend, the Phillipsburg Chamber of Commerce beckons all local brave souls to a FREE screening of the...
Hillsdale DPW returns from WCL; ‘final design’ in on community center
HILLSDALE—A top public works official informed the Borough Council on Aug. 13 that all DPW operations, including office staff and light vehicles, have moved back from temporary offices in Woodcliff Lake to the local DPW facility. Earlier this year, the DPW relocated its office operations and some lighter vehicles...
Devils Daily: Yaroslav Askarov Trade; Devils Were in the Mix
Yaroslav Askarov was always going to be a hot commodity on the trade market. It didn’t take very long at all for the Nashville Predators to trade the goaltending prospect, despite their general manager claiming he expected to see him at training camp. The New Jersey Devils showed interest in the 22-year-old. However, without their 2025 first-round pick, they couldn’t compete with the competition that lined up at Trotz’s door.
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