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Memorial Day storms knock out power for thousands in North Jersey
Strong wind gusts from a series of rainstorms knocked out power to thousands of New Jersey residents on Monday afternoon including several hundred in Morris County. Almost 400 homes in Randloph and about 200 in Denville and Parsippany were without electricity as of 3:20 p.m., according to Jersey Central Power & Light. About 100 customers were also without power in Morris Plains.
New York City under flood watch, states brace for tornadoes as Memorial Day storms hit East Coast
At least 21 people have died, including two children, in Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Kentucky after violent storms ripped through the central US over Memorial Day weekend.At least 11 tornadoes swept through affected states on Sunday, with severe weather forecast to continue throughout Memorial Day. On Monday, a staggering 120m Americans were at risk of large hail, damaging winds and tornadoes as storm systems moved towards the Gulf Coast and East Coast, according to the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center.The storms could bring gusts up to 70 miles per hour and quarter-sized hail.Meanwhile, record-high temperatures are feared in...
New Jersey has one of the worst places for bed bug infestations
Did anyone else’s parents tuck them in as child by saying “Good night. Sleep tight. Don’t let the bed bugs bite” and did it leave you with a fear of bed bugs from that point on?. Just me? Oh cool. Well, residents of one New Jersey...
These North Jersey Pools Offer Day Passes To Non-Residents
Cool off at North Jersey pools, many of which are now open for the season. Here's which ones offer day-passes to non-residents:. Bogota: Day passes offered to Bergen County residents only at $15 per person. Check the website for hours. Darlington State Park, Mahwah: Bergen County adults can enter for...
3 N.J. counties under a flood advisory early Monday evening
A flood advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Monday at 2:02 p.m. in effect until 4 p.m. for Bergen, Essex and Hudson counties. The weather service comments, "Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas," says the weather service. "Turn...
This Is The Richest Town In New Jersey
No one has to tell you that there is a lot of money floating around in many parts of New Jersey, and when you hear about the richest small town in the Garden State, your jaw will drop just a little bit. Some areas of the Garden State are pretty...
When does NYC congestion pricing start? With just weeks left, the countdown is on.
As of Monday, there are less than five weeks left until the start of one of the most controversial programs in the MTA’s history: Congestion pricing will come to New York City. In April the MTA announced Sunday, June 30 as the date the program will take effect. “Starting...
Do You Know Which New Jersey Town Is the Oldest In The State?
New Jersey is one of the oldest states in the nation, and our history is an incredibly rich one. Do you know the oldest town in New Jersey?. We love to dig into the Garden State history books and learn as much as we can about the amazing history of New Jersey. One of the basics is which town in the state is considered the oldest.
Rare magnitude 2.9 earthquake strikes the heart of New Jersey; Shaking felt in parts of New York
Early Friday morning, a 2.9-magnitude earthquake struck New Jersey, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The tremor occurred at 3:50 a.m., with the epicenter located approximately 4.3 miles from Gladstone.
Update: Westfield’s Memorial Day Parade Canceled; Service to be Held Indoors
WESTFIELD, NJ — Due to inclement weather, Westfield’s Memorial Day parade has been canceled, officials announced Monday morning. There will be an indoor Memorial Day service at 10 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 1 East Broad St., the announcement said. All are welcome to attend.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER A gathering at Mindowaskin Park, which was planned from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m., has also been canceled, organizers said. The American Legion is still planning to hold its service for veterans at Fairview Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. and picnic for the public from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m., organizers said. The picnic at the American Legion Hall, 1003 North Ave., will include free food, live music and a special Memorial Day service at 3 p.m., organizers said. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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