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Pro-Palestine Protesters Crash New Jersey Memorial Day Parade
PRINCETON, NJ—A group of pro-Palestine students from Princeton University caused a stir at a local Memorial Day parade by chanting “Free Palestine,” leading to a disruption of the event that was intended to honor fallen US service members. The protest blocked the procession of the parade intended to honor America’s fallen dead in past wars. It wasn’t the first time pro-Palestinian protesters in New Jersey desecrated a military memorial. Last week, in Jackson Township, protesters mobbed a war veterans memorial. The incident has sparked a mix of criticism and debate over the appropriateness of the students’ actions during a ceremony
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...
See all homes sold in Somerset County, May 20 to May 26
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Somerset County reported from May 20 to May 26. There were 42 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,887-square-foot home on Berger Street in Somerset that sold for $592,250. Basking...
Somerville Resurrects Memorial Day Parade and Solemn Service for Veterans at Historic New Cemetery
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The skies were dreary and bleak on Memorial Day morning, but the weather would be no match for the patriotic spirit that filled the air at Culver Park as the Memorial Day Parade line of march went off at 8:15 a.m. The Somerville High School marching band warmed up with their instruments, youth baseball teams gathered, and first responders' vehicles lined up in a neat row at the World War I memorial. The Central Jersey Corvette Club polished their cars, eager to escort local veterans in the parade. All were eager and optimistic to be...
Somerset County adopts ‘fiscally responsible’ budget
The Somerset County Board of County Commissioners adopted its 2024 budget, which Commissioner Director Shanel Y. Robinson described as “fiscally responsible and consistent with our duty to support the needs of our residents and promote economic growth.”. The $270.82 million budget increases the surplus, or “fund balance,” by 9%,...
Memorial Day 2024: Warren Township Honors Those Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice ( with video)
WARREN, NJ - Hundreds of residents lined the parade route to honor those who have fought and died for our nation at the annual Warren Township Memorial Day Parade on Monday. SEE VIDEO CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Following the parade, a wreath-laying ceremony was conducted at the Municipal Complex to honor all veterans who have given their lives in defense of our nation. Warren Township Mayor Victor Sordillo thanked all service men and women and spoke of the next generation before the Warren Middle School chorus sang the National Anthem. Memorial Day is a time for many to reflect on the sacrifices and services of the American soldiers and veterans and the U.S. military men and women and express appreciation, support and prayers. The words 'United We Stand' and 'God Bless America' still hold the power to stir hearts. Freedom isn't free. “Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices.” – President Harry S. Truman For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Plainfield Honors Fallen Soldiers on Memorial Day
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Monday morning, the City of Plainfield held its annual recognition of Memorial Day in the Elizabeth Urquhart Library inside Plainfield City Hall. The keynote speaker, Kelly Atkins, highlighted the origins of Memorial Day, and the struggle for equal treatment of military members while recognizing and remembering those who died on the battlefield.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "The first recorded version of Memorial Day was actually in Charleston, South Carolina, and it was started by former slaves about a month after the Confederacy surrendered Charleston," said Atkins, who serves at...
Is the ‘Oz Escape Experience’ Coming to New Jersey a Scam?
Over the past month or so, I have been getting ads for something called the "Oz Escape Experience" hosted by Questo. The ads have very obviously AI-generated images of people dressed as Dorothy, The Lion, The Tin Man, and The Scarecrow. Immediately, I thought of the Glasgow Scandal that was...
Solemn Ceremony Marks Memorial Day in New Brunswick, Highland Park
NEW BRUNSWICK and HIGHLAND PARK – The sick, the homesick and the lovesick – they and others have often sought the help of Air Force chaplain Lt. Colonel Louis A. Mattina. The men and women of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, and those he has counseled during one of his many oversea deployments, come to Mattina because they know they are entering a safe haven in which they can share their problems and sometimes shed their pain.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “In general, those who seek the counseling of a chaplain, it’s to help them...
Happy Days are Here Again: Classic Cruizers Curbside Car Show Returns to Main Street Somerville
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Happy Days are here again. A long-standing tradition that helped put Somerville on the map decades ago resumed Friday night, packing Main Street with car enthusiasts and visitors enjoying the dichotomy of Detroit iron.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER From Model T Fords, big fin Caddys and high-powered Corvettes to custom hot rods, muscle cars, motorcycles, restored pick-up trucks, imports and oddities, the Main Street landscape between Grove Street and Doughty Street is a canvas of polished chrome bumpers, fenders with curves, big block engines and more than a few sets of fuzzy dice hanging off rearview mirrors. In...
Rolling Thunder Motorcycle Club Rumbles Through Downtown Somerville in Support of Veterans & MIAs
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Members of the Rolling Thunder veterans' motorcycle club rumbled down Main Street early Sunday afternoon during the 36th annual Nationwide Ride for Freedom. Hundreds of motorcycles gathered at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg at noon for their over-the-road rally, part of a national remembrance for American military still listed as Missing in Action or those held captive as Prisoners of War.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Rolling Thunder chapters are also advocates for veterans' causes. The long line of bikes with wide-open throttles certainly gets your attention, which is precisely why they ride - reflective of the club's motto - "We Will Not Forget." The five-hour rally traveled through adjoining towns in Somerset County. Rolling Thunder was incorporated in 1995 as a non-profit organization with more than 90 chapters in the United States. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Crayola Searching For Lawrenceville, NJ Student to Reunite Artwork
Crayola, the crayon company, has asked for the public's help in reuniting a former Mercer County, New Jersey student with a piece of art that she created when she was a child. NBC10 Philadelphia is reporting that Crayola has dug into its archives for its Campaign for Creativity. The company wants to highlight the importance of children being creative and artistic.
A Lot to Do: Busy Saturday in Plainfield on June 1
PLAINFIELD, NJ — Saturday, June 1 will be a busy day for events in Plainfield, as the city is host to a handful of gatherings whose times overlap. Those interested in attending multiple events will have to plan their day accordingly. The day will start off with a march and rally against gun violence sponsored by the City of Plainfield, Moms Demand Action, and the Plainfield Public Schools, among others. Marchers will leave the Plainfield Performing Arts Center at 9:30am before a 9:45 rally at Plainfield City Hall. Plainfield Councilor Terri Briggs-Jones and Union County Commissioner Rebecca...
Somerset County Juneteenth Committee to Host Juneteenth Parade in Franklin
SOMERSET, NJ - The Somerset County Juneteenth Committee will celebrate Juneteenth with a Juneteenth parade in Franklin Township on June 15, according to a news release. The public is invited to attend the free family-friendly parade and watch floats from several local and statewide organizations celebrating the Juneteenth Holiday.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The parade will start at 11am at Pine Grove Manor School on 130 Highland Avenue and proceed along the parade route up Highland Avenue, down Hamilton Street, and will end in Naaman Williams Park with a ceremony and block party...
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