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'Good Times' Star John Amos, Of East Orange, Died In August, Family Announces
Born in Newark, Amos attended East Orange High School. His parents divorced when he was two and Amos supported his family by working as a garbage collector and street cleaner, according to the Washington Post. Amos attempted to play professional football but was cut from the Denver Broncos and Kansas...
Plainfield Artist Alonzo Adams Among Honorees at the 2024 Queen City Film Festival
PLAINFIELD, NJ — The Queen City Film Festival announced the names of three people who will be honored during this year’s annual event and a local icon has made the exclusive list this time. Alonzo Adams, known more for his work on canvas rather than film, has been selected as the 2024 Vanguard Award Recipient and will be honored in a ceremony later this month.The festival, which attracts filmmakers and movie lovers to the area for a weekend of films, panels, workshops and networking events, has only previously given this honor to two other individuals—acclaimed Plainfield resident, film director...
Street is Named After New Jersey Music Legend
New Jersey has spawned quite a few legends in the music business. Our history of providing some of the best to the world of music goes back a very long time. The list seems neverending. As time goes by, those in the younger generation may blurt out names like Bruce...
New Jersey Best “Hole in the Wall” Restaurant is One of the Best in the US
In a recent article, I read from lovefood.com, they did the number one "hole in the wall" restaurant in each state in the US. It's crazy to see so many "hole in the wall" restaurants that are truly delicious. I remember growing up in Pennsylvania and there were so many...
Health officials warn of rabies after raccoon fights 2 dogs in N.J. town
A raccoon that got into a fight with two dogs last week in East Brunswick has tested positive for rabies, according to an advisory from the Middlesex County Office of Health Services. The incident happened on Sept. 26 at a property in the vicinity of Frost Avenue and Kings Road,...
This favorite NJ Irish bar gets back to business after long renovation
MORRISTOWN — A landmark favorite bar and restaurant has finished renovations and is reopening to the public. A ribbon cutting and grand reopening is set for Oct. 10 at Dublin Pub in Morristown. The pub at 4 Pine Street first opened its doors in 1973 and quickly became a...
The Editorial Staff at Mashed.com Select New Jersey’s Best Diner
So I do have to go on record saying we have more than just one diner that is among the best in the nation. Many of our great diners can hold their own to any in America. According to Google AI Overview, "New Jersey is known as the diner capital of the world and has more diners than any other state in the United States." It's estimated that New Jersey has over 500 diners around the state.
Use Fresh Herbs to Flavor Holiday Meals
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Grow, harvest and season your holiday meals with fresh herbs grown indoors in a windowsill garden. Add to the experience by using potted herbs and a few holiday adornments to dress up the table. You and your family will enjoy snipping a few fresh herbal sprigs to season your meal to your own taste.Include herbs your family likes, those that complement your menu and are easy to grow indoors like basil, oregano, parsley, chives, thyme, and sage. Purchase plants so they will be ready to harvest for the holidays. Many garden centers now carry herb...
Franklin Residents: Don't Miss Out on Somerset County's Online Auction
SOMERVILLE, NJ – Franklin residents are encouraged to take advantage of a unique opportunity to participate in Somerset County’s upcoming online public auction. The auction will start at 8 am on Oct. 9 and feature various surplus items, including vehicles, office equipment, and more. Whether you're looking for a great deal on a car or need equipment for personal or business use, this auction allows you to bid on valuable items at competitive prices.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe auction ends on Oct. 16 and will be hosted on the GovDeals website, where...
Do you eat this chicken at home?
Bell & Evans chicken is everywhere right now. From restaurants in Montclair to college dining halls in New Brunswick to hospital cafeterias, Sussex smash-burger joints and the plates of kids I occasionally babysit in between, the "humane, organic and antibiotic-free" poultry has become somewhat of a status symbol in the tri-state area. Niche,...
How you can eat a healthy cheesesteak at this NJ spot
Yes. Beef is good for you. Bioavailable protein is a taste that most bodies crave. The best way to have it, if you're a Jersey guy, is in the form of a cheesesteak. Now most cheesesteaks fall under the category of something for cheat day. Many feel bloated and a little gross with the classic pizza place offering. Not anymore.
Union Dunkin' Has Grand Re-Opening
UNION, NJ – The Dunkin’ on Stuyvesant Avenue in Union held a grand re-opening on Saturday at their refurbished location near Oakland Avenue.“We came to this location 22 years ago,” said owner Depak Patel. “You can see that our investment isn’t just for the sake of investment, but to bring new life into the existing business. We have a new environment in terms of servicing the customers.” Patel said his family-run business has over 100 locations throughout the nation.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER“This is incredibly welcoming,” said State Senator Joe Cryan. “For the Township of Union it’s a great day. When you see businesses reinvesting in our town, we are grateful.”“This is fabulous,” said Township Committeeman James Bowser. “The remodel has been great. This is more than just a coffee shop. It’s a place to want to be with your family and friends.”The Dunkin’ is located at 1451 Stuyvesant Ave. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Country star offers powerful message to fans at fiery sold-out concert
“Real music for real people with real problems.”. That was Jelly Roll’s slogan Sunday night in Newark, a simple distillation of the radio-friendly, modern-outlaw aesthetic that has launched the 39-year-old, face-tattooed singer as one of music’s more unlikely breakthrough stars in recent years. On the strength of last year’s confessional, cross-over country smash “Need a Favor,” the rapper-turned-belter scored his first two Grammy nominations last fall, including for Best New Artist, and just this weekend was the musical guest on “Saturday Night Live.”
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