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NJ: Don’t fall for fake tax credits — not from IRS
💲 The IRS has issued an alert about a series of scams and fake social media advice. 💲 The advice leads to false claims for certain tax credits. 💲 This has led to thousands of inflated refund claims during the past tax season. The Internal Revenue Service...
United Way Seeking School Supplies Amidst Heightened Demand
MORRISTOWN, N.J. – United Way of Northern New Jersey has kicked off its annual United Way Tools for School drive amid a dramatic increase in requests for school supplies. This year, the organization seeks to support over 13,000 students, a significant rise from the 8,700 students served last year United Way is calling on the community to donate supplies and new backpacks pre-filled with lunch boxes, binders, notebooks, pencils, and other essential items. Gift cards for purchasing goods are also highly appreciated.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Through a partnership with YouGiveGoods.com, donors can purchase...
‘Tragic’ Update To Search For Missing Man In Upstate New York
There's a tragic update to the search for a missing man in the Hudson Valley. On Wednesday, Hudson Valley Post reported about the search for a man who went missing in Greenwood Lake. Man Goes Missing Swimming In Orange County, New York. Mark Lieb of Rockland Video was on the...
OCLT, friends unveil bench as tribute to Gretchen Gibbs
More than a dozen members of the Orange County Land Trust, friends, and colleagues came together at the Fuller Mountain Preserve on Monday, July 29, to honor the memory of benefactor Gretchen Gibbs. Gibbs, who held a PhD in clinical psychology, was a local scholar, historian, and author, who supported...
WVHS hosting three college Common Application workshops in August… register now
August 1st is opening day for the Common Application, which is utilized by more than 1,000 colleges as part of their application processes. The WVHS Guidance Office is offering members of the Class of 2025 the opportunity to come in and receive assistance with the process of filling out your application, to get answers to any questions you may have, and to help you get a jump start on the college application process.
Divers Searching For Missing Swimmer At Lake In Hudson Valley
Police divers from across the Hudson Valley are searching Greenwood Lake for a missing man who went into the water and never resurfaced. Click here for a new, updated story - Body Of Missing Swimmer Recovered From Hudson Valley LakeThe incident occurred in Orange County around 2:30 p.m., Tues…
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...