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Motorist hit children with car as kids walked to N.J. school, police say
Two middle school students were hit and injured by a car Monday morning on a Maplewood road some residents say is dangerous for pedestrians. The students were struck on Prospect Street near Oakland Road around 8 a.m. as they walked to their school in the Essex County township, according to Maplewood Police.
Armed Robbery Reported on Princeton Drive in New Providence
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - On the morning of October 7, 2024, the New Providence Police Department responded to a report of an armed robbery at a residential home on Princeton Drive. According to police, the incident occurred around 7:00 a.m. when the homeowner heard the sound of glass breaking near the front door.Upon investigation, the victim was confronted by a masked man dressed in dark clothing, who was inside the home and holding a silver firearm. The suspect demanded valuables, and the victim complied, handing over various pieces of jewelry and cash.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP...
Four New Jersey Men Arrested for Armed Robbery of $500,000 in Perfume from FedEx Truck in Edison
In a shocking robbery that took place in Edison, four New Jersey men have been arrested after stealing over $500,000 worth of perfume and cologne from a FedEx truck. Armed with guns, the suspects threatened the driver, forcing him to assist in their plan. The incident unfolded on the evening...
Plato's Closet Owner Sentenced for Privacy Invasion and Child Pornography
MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Investigations Robert McNally, and Roxbury Township Police Chief Dean Adone announced the sentencing of Nicholas Zirpoli, 36, of Lincoln Park, New Jersey, the owner and operator of Plato’s Closet in Roxbury Township.
NJ man’s Facebook posts lead to shocking home cache of war weapons
TOTOWA — A “large number” of illegal firearms, parts to make weapons, body armor and explosive items were removed from a home by police. Totowa police went to the Lincoln Avenue home of Kyle Arena, 35, on Tuesday after a resident sent an email about his "reckless activities with firearms and "questionable content" posted on Facebook, according to police chief Carmen Veneziano. Arena shares the home with his parents.
Montville Introduces $400 Per Tree Removal Ordinance, Steals Residents’ Lawn Signs
MONTVILLE, NJ – If residents want to remove a tree, they would have to pony up $400 under an ordinance introduced by the Montville Township Committee. The tree fee is one of a handful of property-related topics taken up by the committee at its Sept. 24 meeting.The tree contribution fee in this ordinance is $160 more than in the ordinance they introduced at the July meeting.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe proposed ordinance, which states that such laws are required by the state, allows for the removal of three trees per year...
Road Closures & Construction Updates in Morris County - Traffic Alert!
MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - As of 10:39 a.m., a vehicle is reported off the roadway on I-80 westbound just east of Exit 47A (I-280) in Parsippany-Troy Hills Township. The incident has resulted in the closure of the right lane, which may cause some delays in the area. Motorists are advised to use caution and consider alternate routes if possible.
Juvenile arrested after Amazon driver carjacked while making deliveries in Irvington, New Jersey
An Amazon driver is recovering after she was carjacked at knifepoint in Irvington, New Jersey while making a delivery.The carjacking happened just before 5 a.m. on Tuesday, and it was all caught by a doorbell camera.In the video, the Amazon driver can be seen at her car pulled over on Oak Avenue with her hazard lights on. She's getting packages out to deliver when the carjacker's SUV reverses back down the street.One of the thieves gets into her car. The victim sees this and walks back to the driver's side of her car.The victim asks the suspect why they want...
Resident Startled by Masked Teen Intruder, Montclair Police Say
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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,...
One-way tickets from Florida to Newark jump to over $1,000 as Hurricane Milton roars
As Hurricane Milton barrels into Florida's west coast, residents looking to escape are fueling a remarkable hike in airline tickets out of Florida. Tickets to New Jersey, for instance, are now selling for more than $1,000 one-way. If you can still find a flight, or an open airport. ...
Rose City Orthodontics Opens in Madison
MADISON, NJ - Rose City Orthodontics has opened in Madison. Council member Robert Landrigan, joined by members of the Downtown Development Commission and the Madison Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors attended the Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting September 17. Rose City Orthodontics, located at 25 Green Village Road, Suite 1A offers quality comprehensive orthodontic services to address various types of malocclusions and alignment issues. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERFor a complete list of services Rose City Orthodontics can be found at their website at https://rosecityorthodontics.com/ For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
NJ businessman bribed deputy mayor who got cash in restroom
🔷 Bribes included cash and high-end jewelry from pawn shop. 🔷 In exchange, official helped broker city land deals. A 64-year-old businessman admitted bribing a Newark official in exchange for illegal help buying and redeveloping city-owned properties. Fittingly, the dirty business happened near a toilet, investigators said. Irwin...
Madison Schools Hold "Walk and Roll to School Day" on October 9
MADISON, NJ - The Madison School District will hold their annual Walk and Roll to School Day on Wednesday October 9. Bike & Roll to School Day invites participants to celebrate the joy of active commuting while building a sense of community and school spirit."Whether addressing the need to make routes to school safer for active trips or encouraging children and teens to be more active, these events can be powerful tools to inspire lasting change. Of course, they are also fun!", said organizers.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERFor more information click HERE For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Vote for the Morris/Sussex Athlete of the Week
It's time to vote for the Morris/Sussex Athlete of the Week! Read about the performances that stood out and let us know who you think should be the Athlete of the Week in the poll at the bottom of this page. Nominations were provided by coaches and are presented in alphabetical order. Voting closes...
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