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Experience Greece in the Poconos: Join the Feast and Festivities at the Greek Food Festival!
Stroudsburg, PA – Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Greece without leaving the Poconos!. The Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church is thrilled to announce Greek Food Festival starts today, a delightful celebration of Greek culture and cuisine that promises to tantalize your taste buds and lift your spirits.
What to know about this year's Social Security cost-of-living adjustment
NEW YORK (AP) — Tens of millions of older Americans will see an increase in benefits this January when a new cost-of-living adjustment is added to Social Security payments. The 2.5% raise is intended to help meet higher prices for food, fuel, and other goods and services. The average recipient will see an increase of about $50 per month, according to agency officials. Social Security recipients received a 3.2% increase in their benefits in 2024, and some retirees are concerned that this year’s increase is not big enough to meet their needs. The Social Security Administration will begin notifying recipients about their new benefit amount by mail starting in early December. Adjusted payments to nearly 7.5 million people receiving Supplemental Security Income will begin on December 31. Supplemental Security Income provides monthly payments to adults and children who have income below specific financial limits and qualify to receive Social Security benefits. Here’s what to keep in mind:
Northern NJ Road Construction Causes Major Delays
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Commuters traveling through northern New Jersey today should be prepared for significant traffic delays due to ongoing construction work across several major highways, including Route 23, Route 53, U.S. Route 46, I-80, and I-287. As of 9:00 a.m. this morning, lane closures and shoulder shifts have been implemented in multiple locations, with work expected to continue until the late afternoon.
Ramp Closure, Detour for Howard Boulevard-Route 80 East Drivers
MOUNT ARLINGTON, NJ - Starting tonight (Oct. 11), the ramp to eastbound Route 80 from southbound Howard Boulevard will be closed for about two weeks as construction continues on the new bridges over the interstate highway, said the state Department of Transportation (DOT).The closure means drivers headed south in Mount Arlington on Howard Boulevard who want to go east on Route 80 will have to first go west on the highway, take it about 3.5 miles to the Route 206 south ramp (Exit 27A) and take the Route 206-to-Route 80 east ramp to get back on the interstate headed...
Politics in North Jersey can get messy. So this county board is imposing a dress code
NEWTON — The Sussex County Board of Commissioners is considering a formal dress code for its five members, mirroring the long-established requirements by which county employees must abide. Introduced at Wednesday's meeting by Commissioner Director Jill Space, the measure was tabled for a vote until the next meeting when all members are present. ...
North Jersey Living at Its Best: 17 Tourne Road, Boonton Township
Welcome home to this stunning, fully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence at 17 Tourne Road in Boonton Township. Combining modern updates with timeless charm, this home features two brand-new bathrooms and refinished hardwood floors, offering the perfect blend of style and comfort. The quiet dead-end street provides privacy, while backing up to the scenic TourneReservation adds a serene, natural backdrop.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe open-concept living and dining areas create a welcoming space for entertaining, complemented by a spacious family room and a wrap-around deck, perfect for outdoor gatherings. Highlights include central air,...
North Jersey restaurant has the best pasta dish in the state
🍝 Which restaurant is home to the best pasta dish in each state?. Spaghetti and meatballs. Lasagna. Manicotti. Stuffed shells. Ravioli. There’s nothing more comforting on a cool autumn evening or a cold winter night than a piping hot bowl of pasta smothered in an array of homemade sauces from marinara to Bolognese to alfredo.
These NJ towns spend the most of their tax bills on schools
🔴 See the Top 30 NJ towns spending money on schools. 👇 Check below for how much your town spends 👇. In 2023, New Jersey's 21 counties collected over $33.3 billion in taxes. But where do those tax dollars go?. Nearly $17.5 billion, or around 52.4%, went to...
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