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New York Organization Accepting Nominations for “Positive People Award”
People for People Fund – a not-for-profit dedicated to providing temporary financial assistance to Orange, Ulster and Sullivan County residents who experience unexpected financial setbacks – has announced that nominations for its "Positive People Award" are open now through Wednesday, August 7, 2024. For the first time, People for People Fund is asking community members to nominate outstanding individuals and companies that exemplify the spirit of its mission – those that positively contribute to the community and, ultimately, help others.
Fugitive on FBI’s ‘Most Wanted’ list apprehended after 15 years
New Jersey authorities in a statement on Monday announced the arrest of a 51-year-old fugitive who had evaded capture for 15 years after he allegedly participated in a $150,000 steakhouse robbery. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger in the statement said that in 2014, Kofi Edwards of Trinidad and Tobago was...
Our reporter spent an entire day on NJ Transit trains. Frustrated riders had lots to say
Train delays, cancellations, a lack of communication, overcrowding, increased fares, tangled wires — NJ Transit commuters have had plenty to complain about this summer. So when my editors suggested I spend an entire day riding the NJ Transit rails in North Jersey to experience things for myself, I had some obvious trepidation. But...
NJ boardwalk comes to a standstill every morning for unifying ritual
WILDWOOD — Each morning, a packed boardwalk comes to a brief standstill. Walkers and runners stop in their tracks. Bikers brake. Even store operators may choose to pause transactions for a minute. If you're a frequent visitor to the boardwalk that runs through the Wildwoods, you may be familiar...
Retail Chain Closing Nearly 150 Stores: Are Any New Jersey Locations On The List?
The full list of closures is out. About a month ago, Big Lots announced it would be closing almost 150 stores nationwide due to inflation. We were left wondering if any of the stores here in New Jersey would be forced to shut down. Big Lots in New Jersey. The...
NJ state police trooper admits punching handcuffed woman in face
🔻 Under plea deal, no public employment or office. A New Jersey state police trooper from Gloucester County has admitted to punching a handcuffed woman in the face, while she was sitting in a police vehicle, awaiting a medical evaluation. On Thursday, 28-year-old Nicolas Hogan, of Gibbstown, pleaded guilty...
RECALL: If You Own This Car in New Jersey, Toyota Will Replace Your Engine For Free
Heads up! If you drive one of these vehicles, you could be in for a new engine replacement. Back in June, Toyota recalled about 100,000 Tundra pickup trucks and about 35,000 luxury Lexus LX600 SUVs due to an issue with the engine that could lead vehicle to lose power while driving. The potentially affected vehicles are 2022-2023 models.
N.J. bishop calls Paris Olympics opening ceremony ‘scandalous,’ asks for prayers
A New Jersey bishop is the latest Christian leader to condemn a performance from Friday’s 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremonies. The elaborate Olympics opening ceremony drew praise last week for its colorful celebration of art and culture. But, it also drew controversy for featuring numerous LGBTQ+ icons and imagery some said mocked religion.
NJ could reopen historic school as it closes 2 youth prisons
TRENTON — New Jersey is trying to figure out what to do with the sites of two youth prisons that are set to close within the next few years. Nearly seven years have passed since former Gov. Chris Christie announced plans to close the Female Secure Care and Intake Facility, or Hayes Building, in Bordentown and the New Jersey Training School in Monroe.
PCTI in Wayne is nearly 'out of real estate.' How does that affect parking woes?
WAYNE — Passaic County Technical Institute plans to build an enormous athletic facility at its campus off Oldham Road, further cementing its status as the most well-furnished high school in this area. But the structure is going to wipe out several dozen parking spots, and the growing school — now with more than...
[PHOTOS] Thrilling Cliffside Helicopter Rescue in West Point
It took the coordinated skill of the West Point Professional Firefighters as well as a helicopter pilot to safely evacuate a man who had reportedly fallen down a cliff in Orange County, NY. Hailed by local residents and first responder professionals alike as an "incredible" display of skill and teamwork,...
Developing Story: Undelivered Mail Found in Trash Dumpster in Nutley
NUTLEY, NJ - An eagle-eyed resident saw something, said something, then notified TAPinto Nutley about a situation that is now under federal investigation. On Tuesday, July 30, a resident spotted activity behind Abundant Life Academy on Washington Ave. Upon closer inspection, it was discovered that US Postal Inspectors were on the scene as mail was pulled from the dumpsters behind the school. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER A TAPinto Nutley photographer arrived at the scene after most of the activity took place. Left behind were the dumpsters and piles of paper trash. Other items were taken by the inspectors. Tampering with the mail is a federal crime. The US Postal Inspector Service is a federal law enforcement agency. As this situation is currently being investigated, details are limited. TAPinto Nutey will share more details as they become known. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Whale sightings unusually high for NJ. What’s the cause?
Viking Yacht Company, out of Burlington County, took to Facebook days ago to share about “unusually high numbers” of North Atlantic Right Whales around the region. Sightings have been identified in the New York Bight from the Block Canyon to the Hudson Canyon, according to the Asbury Park Press.
Help ID a pair of dine and dashers at Sack O’ Subs in Ventnor, NJ
A pair of dine and dashers dined at Sack O' Subs in Ventnor, according to a the popular sandwich shop. We would like to take a moment to thank our awesome patrons for another successful and busy weekend. We also would like to give a friendly reminder to the lucky few to pay for your food before you walk out with it. Unfortunately, this issue occurred both Saturday & Sunday at our Ventnor location. That being said, here are our first inductees to the wall of SHAME!