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New Jersey company lied about replacing dangerous lead pipes in $10.2 million deal: Prosecutors
Federal authorities allege that a company in New Jersey lied when it said it completed a $10.2 million project to replace lead pipes in Newark, a criminal complaint detailed Wednesday. The project, the Lead Service Line Replacement Program, was supposed to replace all of the city’s lead water pipes after dangerously elevated lead levels were […]
Delbarton High School football team reloads for another successful season
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Now it’s time to meet our athlete of the week. Today, we head to Morristown, New Jersey, where the Delbarton High School football team is trying to prove they don’t just rebuild—they reload. PIX11’s Perry Sook caught up with the team.
NJ teacher says universe aligned to save her life: ‘He’s an angel’
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) — Chrystal Rinehold, a high school gym teacher in Elizabeth, New Jersey, said she might not be alive today if the universe did not align in precisely the right way. Rinehold collapsed during the seventh mile of the Jersey City Half Marathon last Saturday and was saved by a fellow runner who […]
Lehigh wrestling gets commit from NJSIAA state medalist
Delbarton School senior Chase Quenault gave a verbal commitment to Lehigh wrestling on Saturday. Quenault, a three-time state qualifier, announced the commitment on the social media site X, formerly known as Twitter. Quenault finished seventh at 132 pounds at the NJSIAA state tournament in Atlantic City in March, defeating Jackson...
Oh, no! Port strike could trigger booze shortage in New Jersey
🍷 The majority of imported beer, wine and spirits arrive at East Coast ports. 🍌 Fresh fruits and veggies are rotting at Port Philadelphia. The strike by dock workers in New Jersey, Philadelphia and along the entire East Coast shows no signs of ending anytime soon and the possibility of product shortages grows by the day.
Paterson developer to remove playground from park where addicts shoot up
PATERSON — Charles Florio, the city’s most prominent developer, said he got tired of seeing drug addicts occupying a playground on Auburn Street. “I see the drug addicts all over the streets in Paterson,” Florio said, “but when they actually take over a park, that’s beyond embarrassing.” ...
New 1950 Originals in Westfield Offers Creatively Topped Hot Dogs, Burgers
WESTFIELD, NJ — 1950 Originals, offering a combination of innovative hot dogs, hamburgers and French fries and new variations of those culinary favorites — is celebrating its grand opening in Westfield on Sunday, Oct. 6, less than a year after opening its first location in Westwood. To celebrate the occasion, free hot dogs will be given out to the first 150 customers visiting the location at 13 Elm St., open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER“We started in Bergen County, and now we’re in Union County, where people are embracing...
NJ high school football player recovering after collapsing during game
ELIZABETH — An Edison New Jersey high school football player who collapsed on the field during a game Friday night in Elizabeth has returned home from the hospital after tests came back normal. According to the St. Thomas Aquinas High School Facebook page, one of its players, Chase Young,...
West Orange’s First Cannabis Dispensary Celebrates Grand Opening with Ribbon Cutting
WEST ORANGE, NJ — Pure Natural Vibes made history on August 31, 2024, when it opened as West Orange’s first cannabis dispensary. They recently hosted a grand opening with a ribbon cutting that was attended by Mayor Susan McCartney and Council Members Asmeret Ghebremicael and Michelle Casalino as well as the owners and staff of the store.Since marijuana was legalized in 2021, the state and the township have been working out the procedures for opening businesses, and it’s been a long, slow process.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERCo-founders Darnnelle and Nordia Gibbs...
East Newark Is Home to New Jersey’s Most Famous Restaurant
Living in New Jersey definitely spoils you when it comes to food. I might be biased, but I think some of the best restaurants in the country are right here in the Garden State. Whether you're in the mood for an upscale dining experience, a hidden gem with amazing dishes,...
Fanwood Green Team Collects 420 Pairs of Shoes for Soles4Souls Program
FANWOOD, NJ – The Fanwood Green Team held a highly successful shoe drive in the spring in collaboration with the Soles4Souls program. Over 420 pairs of shoes were collected at three drop-off locations: Charles Studio, Fanwood Eye Care, and the Goddard School.“I would consider the shoe drive quite successful,” said Laura Lang of the Fanwood Green Team, who took the lead along with her 15-year-old son, Luke, in the Green Team’s collection initiatives. “Originally, I researched another shoe collection organization, but realized upon further investigation they were for profit and didn’t align with our (Green Team’s)...
Football: Cedar Grove Rallies from 21 Down to Beat Caldwell, 45-28
WEST CALDWELL, NJ – Caldwell built a 21-point lead in the first half, but Cedar Grove came back and defeated the Chiefs, 45-28, on Friday night.Nick Mignone's 2-yard touchdown run in the first quarter, Adam Sepe's 15-yard TD pass to Mike Mignone in the second quarter and then a 62-yard TD run by Sepe on a keeper staked Caldwell (1-4) to a 21-0 lead.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERCedar Grove (6-0) chipped away and cut the deficit to 21-13 by halftime. Stephen Paradiso completed a 10-yard TD pass to Jackson Morrice and...
Road Upgrades to Affect North Caldwell Traffic This Week
NORTH CALDWELL, NJ – Beginning Wednesday, Oct. at 7 a.m. through Monday, Oct, 21, the Borough of North Caldwell will commence roadway improvements on the streets listed below. Borough officials are requesting that residents refrain from parking on these streets during this period.Schedule and Guidelines: Parking: Park your car(s) on the nearest side street prior to 7 a.m. on the day of paving to avoid conflicts with the paving activity. Road Closure: During paving operations, the road will be closed to all vehicles. Daily Access: The road will be opened to traffic at the end of each work day. Weather Contingency: This work schedule is dependent on weather conditions. Stay Informed: For updates on these projects and other emergency alerts, sign up for the Borough CivicAlert system. Text our zip code to 38276 or visit the Borough Website or CivicAlert Signup. Area of Work: - Maywood Court - Woodmere Court - Edgewood Court - Hemlock Drive - Highfield Terrace - Knollwood Drive For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Roxbury Police Warn Residents About Internet Scam
ROXBURY, NJ - Township residents should not send money in response to an email scam that is going around, warns the Roxbury Police Department.The department said it has “received a few calls from residents” who reported receiving threatening emails that attempt to gain credibility by including the recipients' phone numbers, addresses and Google Earth images of their houses.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe senders of the email claim to have secretly installed software on residents' computers that allows them to track Internet browsing. They threaten to share with the recipients' family, friends and employers the information they've obtained unless they are paid $1,950 in Bitcoin currency as a “privacy fee.”“Please delete the email and do not send them any money,” said Roxbury police. “They do not have access to personal information. Unfortunately, a quick Google search and anyone can obtain the same information.”Police included in their post a picture of the scam email. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
New Providence football rallies behind two-pronged attack to beat Middlesex
This story has been updated with new information. NEW PROVIDENCE — With a running back/quarterback tandem that ran for 299 yards and all four touchdowns, New Providence had a two-headed monster to call on as it trailed by 12 points early in the third quarter on Friday. ...
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