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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. ...
Nearly 30 Catholic schools have closed in N.J. in recent years. See the list.
It is a saga that has played out repeatedly in New Jersey: Parents, students and alumni mourning the abrupt loss of a beloved Catholic school. The latest example is in Jersey City, where the 138-year-old St. Nicholas Catholic School permanently closed over the summer. If you purchase a product or...
Rahway Football Loses Close One to Cranford, as 1984 Championship Team is Celebrated
RAHWAY, NJ — A blocked extra point in the 4th quarter was all that prevented the Rahway Indians from tying up the game against Cranford this past Friday evening. The team's second half comeback was proceeding apace up to that point, following a first half dominated by Cranford. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERCranford's Joey Acinapura caught an 18-yard pass from Tyler Veltre for a touchdown in the 1st quarter.Gabe Worrell had a three-yard touchdown run in the 2nd quarter.Cranford's kicker, Christiano Ambrosio made both extra points to give Cranford a 14-0 lead at...
NJ high school students get a ‘dream’ surprise at American Dream
EAST RUTHERFORD — Students from one New Jersey high school got the surprise of their life while on a field trip with their teacher on Tuesday afternoon. Union High School history and cultural studies teacher, Nicholas Ferroni took a group of students on a field trip to the New Jersey Hall of Fame at American Dream in East Rutherford, where they ran into and got to meet actor Paul Rudd.
Kenilworth's Harding Elementary School Principal’s Update
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the following information from Harding Elementary School Principal Mr. Ronald Bubnowski.Parents and Guardians,The safety and security of our school are our highest priorities. Ensuring your child's well-being is at the core of everything we do. We conduct regular drills, receive extensive training, and collaborate closely with the Kenilworth Police Department to address any potential threats to safety. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThis past weekend, a false rumor circulated through David Brearley Middle High School regarding a possible threat to that school. The threat was promptly reported and resulted in a thorough...
Weatherington, King, Rotbaum Lift Nutley To 21-12 Victory Over Millburn; Raiders Improve To 3-3
MILLBURN, NJ - Junior Zahir Weatherington rushed for 121 yards and two touchdowns to pace the Nutley High football team to a 21-12 victory over Millburn on Saturday afternoon in Millburn. With the win, Nutley improved to 3-3 this fall and kept up a pattern of following a loss with a bounce back victory the following week. Millburn fell to 2-3 this season. Weatherington's first touchdown, a two-yard rush, and ensuing PAT by Brian Dolaghan provided Nutley with a 7-6 lead at the half. He added a five-yard touchdown run in the third quarter to increase the Raiders' lead...
Making New Memories: Class of '74 Members Serve as Honorary Captains for New Brunswick High Brunswick
NEW BRUNSWICK – Jeff Previte says you can count on one hand the number of catches he had his senior season.The sure-handed split end, however, will never forget the one victory recorded by the New Brunswick High School football team in autumn 1973.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER“What happened was our starting quarterback was hurt, and a teammate named Vinnie Covino late in the game completed a long pass to Larry Scott, our best receiver,” Previte said. “It was maybe a 40- or 50-yard touchdown. And we ended up beating Madison Township,...
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...
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.
Denville Schools Kick Off Week of Respect with "Blue Up" Monday, October 7
Beginning Monday, October 7, schools across Denville, NJ, will observe the Week of Respect, part of a statewide initiative to promote respect, kindness, and anti-bullying awareness. Students and staff at schools such as Morris County School of Technology (MCST), Riverview Elementary, and Valleyview Middle School are encouraged to wear blue on Monday to demonstrate unity against bullying.The Week of Respect serves as an important reminder of schools' role in fostering a positive and inclusive environment. While specific activities may vary, all schools will focus on promoting the values of respect and kindness throughout the week. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
WHRHS Boys Soccer: Watchung Hills Shuts Out Somerville, 5-0
WARREN, NJ — Watchung Hills shut out Somerville on Saturday, 5-0. Watchung Hills improved their record to 7-3 while Somerville fell to 4-7.“The boys are starting to establish themselves as a strong team and have being able to put out more consistent performances as of late,” said WHTHS head coach Estiven Benitez. “Today we were confident in our game-plan and the kids were able to execute for a 5-0 win against Somerville. We have put ourselves in a good spot to battle for the conference title this year. Our focus is now directed towards the County tournament which starts...
Somerville football roars to 6-0 record, dealing Summit first loss
SOMERVILLE – The Somerville High School football team put it all together Friday night and Summit felt the brunt in a battle of unbeaten squads. The Pioneers roared to a 41-0 rout behind senior back Terrell Mitchell, senior quarterback Brenden Pacheco and many others, scoring all of their points in the first half....
Clark's Valley Road Elementary School Holds Reading Kickoff Assembly
CLARK, NJ — On Monday, September 30, Valley Road Elementary School held its Reading Kickoff Assembly. Students and staff dressed up as their favorite storybook characters as they learned about the reading program and its goals for this year, which includes completing a monthly reading log. The program, sponsored by the PTA and organized by fifth grade teacher Ms. Jessica Zerella, included a masked reader video where students guessed which teachers were reading The Old Woman Who Swallowed Some Books. The students then participated in a character parade around the building. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE...
Cranford football grinds out 'gut-check' win in back-and-forth battle at Rahway
(This story was updated to add new information and quotes.) RAHWAY -- You know what kind of game it is when a coach uses a Rocky quote. Cranford’s Erik Rosenmeier pulled out an it’s about how hard a team can get hit and keep coming back reference following the Cougars’ 14-13 win Friday...
Phillipsburg football scores in all 3 phases of play in victory at West Orange
The Phillipsburg High School football team put in a balanced performance Friday night and did just enough to leave West Orange with a win. The Stateliners scored in all three phases of play with one touchdown on offense, defense and special teams, though the scores happened in the opposite order, to knock off the Mountaineers 21-14 at Suriano Stadium in a cross-conference matchup.
FOOTBALL: BRHS Survives at Elizabeth, 28-27, Despite 21 Unanswered by Minutemen
ELIZABETH, NJ – The phrase ‘game of inches’ was definitely true between the Bridgewater-Raritan High School and Elizabeth High School football teams on Friday night.With these young, up-and-coming Panthers playing in their sixth different venue in as many games in front of a hostile Elizabeth Homecoming crowd, Bridgewater-Raritan was up for the challenge despite being on the wrong side of a furious, second-half rally by the Minutemen.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERDown by 22 points at halftime and then by two possessions with 10:21 to go, Elizabeth (2-4) finished with 398 total...
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