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EBPD: Low-Flying Aircraft Alert for Sunday and Monday at Traveling Vietnam Wall Site
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The American Veterans Traveling Tribute (AVTT) Vietnam Wall is currently on display at the Community Arts Center (721 Cranbury Road) and is accessible to the public through Memorial Day, May 27, 2024. The almost 400-foot-long AVTT Wall is an 80 percent scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., which contains every name etched on the original memorial. Accompanying the AVTT Wall are the Cost of Freedom tributes to every U.S. military action since World War I. The East Brunswick Police Department is alerting residents of low-flying aircraft on Sunday (5/26) and Monday...
The 30 worst New Jersey schools are shockingly bad
🔴 New data show the worst-performing schools in New Jersey. Dozens of schools in New Jersey are failing their students, according to new data from the state Department of Education. Each year, the state releases "report cards" for public and charter schools called New Jersey School Performance Reports. The...
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...
Hamilton/Robbinsville: Memorial Day Closures and Trash Collection Changesule Change
HAMILTON/ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - Hamilton Township and Robbinsville Municipal Government offices will be closed on Monday, May 27th in observance of Memorial Day. Garbage will not be collected in either community. In Robbinsville those homes that would have had their trash picked up on Monday will have it picked up on Wednesday, May 29.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Hamilton Township Library and the Mercer County Library System, including the Robbinsville Library will be closed on Monday. The Hamilton Township Library will remain closed on Tuesday for renovations and reopen on Wednesday, May 29. The John O. Wilson Hamilton Neighborhood Center will be closed on Memorial Day. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Middlesex County Announces Winners of the 2024 “Don’t Drive Dangerously” Public Service Announcement Contest
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ – Middlesex County is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 “Don’t Drive Dangerously” Public Service Announcement (PSA) contest, which was open to teens in all public and non-public Middlesex County high schools. Monroe Township High School took home first place in the Video category, and Woodbridge Academy High School took first place in the Audio category. Other Video category winners included East Brunswick Magnet School in second place and St. Joseph’s High School in third place. Audio category winners included South Plainfield High School in second place and New Brunswick High School...
Hazlet and Keyport Remember--You are Invited to Memorial Day Ceremonies. Read more:
On Monday, May 27, Hazlet and Keyport will be hosting special ceremonial events to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifices for our freedom. See details: IN THE BAYSHORE: On Monday, Memorial Day, 2024, The Hazlet Township VFW 4303 will hold its annual Memorial Day ceremony, May 27 at 10 a.m. All are invited to join the veterans to respect and remember our nation's fallen.The event will be held at 1776 Union Ave, Hazlet, NJ 07730-2444. In Keyport there are a series of ceremonies on Memorial Day. See flyer below: For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Bordentown Historical Society's 2024 Garden Tour Blooms This Weekend
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — One of the most popular events to take place in Bordentown City is happening this weekend. The Bordentown Historical Society's 2024 History in Bloom Garden Tour will take place on Saturday, June 1, from 11AM to 4PM, with a rain date of Sunday, June 2. The starting point for the self-guided tour is the Friends Meeting House, located at 302 Farnsworth Avenue, where attendees can pick up their Garden Tour Brochures and Maps. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Those familiar with the Garden Tour may recognize that this year's event will take place earlier...
Heritage at Manalapan OK'd with 63 homes, affordable apartment buildings, stores
MANALAPAN - Plans for a 63 single-family home neighborhood that includes two three-story apartment buildings at the intersection of Route 33 and Sawgrass Drive received unanimous preliminary approval by the planning board. The neighborhood, dubbed the Heritage at Manalapan, would also have a 15,000-square-foot retail building at the corner facing...
Red Bank Honors Fallen Heroes at Memorial Day Ceremony – WATCH VIDEOS
RED BANK, NJ: This morning beneath a sky where the sun was breaking through, Red Bank honored its fallen heroes with a heartfelt Memorial Day ceremony. At 11am, community members gathered at the Veterans' Monument on 51 Monmouth Street to pay their respects. Wreaths were placed in front of the monument, symbolizing the community’s enduring gratitude to those who sacrificed their lives for the nation’s freedom.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Adding an emotional touch to the event, Roderick McCloud, of the Atlantic Watch Pipes and Drums, performed stirring musical tributes on his bagpipe....
ICYMI: Closures, Trash Collection Information for Memorial Day in Bordentown
BORDENTOWN, NJ — Memorial Day is a holiday honoring the men and women who died while serving in the United States military. Memorial Day, which is observed on the last Monday of May, occurs this year on Monday, May 27. Memorial Day is a State and Federal holiday, so all State and Federal Offices will be closed, including the U.S. Post Office. The Bordentown Township and Bordentown City municipal buildings will also be closed. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Trash will not be collected in Bordentown City on Monday. In Bordentown Township, all trash collection will be delayed...
On the Princeton Agenda: One More Tax Increase? Expanded Food Waste Program? Better Transit Signage?
Princeton, NJ – The last week of May and the week after Memorial Day – in any year -- is destined to be a very slow week in the municipal editor’s calendar. So it is this year, but for a fairly newsworthy Council meeting on Tuesday, May 28. There’s some news about taxes, food waste recycling, and some better signage for the Muni Transit system, among other items on the agenda.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The tax news comes in the form of a public hearing for an ordinance that will increase the...
Hamilton Township Animal Shelter Waives for May, June Adoptions
HAMILTON, NJ - Hamilton Township Animal Shelter and Adoption Center officials have announced that all adoption fees will be waived through June 30th in an effort to reduce occupancy. As previously reported by TAPinto Hamilton, the shelter is currently over capacity, and many animals need loving homes. Additionally, in an effort to keep the animals currently calling the shelter home, animal lovers have been asked to consider making food donation, by dropping off unexpired canned dog food at the shelter or ordering from their Amazon Wish List by clicking here.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Anyone interested in adopting or fostering one of these dogs should visit their Hamilton Animal Shelter’s website by clicking here where you can also complete a foster or adoption application. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
New Jersey’s best burgers found in your town
It's always a luxury to end a long day with a really good meal that someone else prepares and cleans up afterward. This week after a run of events from Sussex County through Monmouth and Ocean, Jodi and I were able to catch up with friends at a local Princeton favorite, Mistral.
Portion of Fresh Pond Road to be Closed for One Week for Milling and Paving
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - A portion of Fresh Pond Road for a week due to milling and paving, according to the township. Milling and paving will be done from Tuesday, May 28, through Tuesday, June 4. Work will be done daily from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Fresh Pond Road will be closed between Davidsons Mill Road and the border of East Brunswick. Residents are advised to use alternative routes, follow all traffic detours, and avoid the area if possible. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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%,...
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