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Memorial Day storms knock out power for thousands in North Jersey
Strong wind gusts from a series of rainstorms knocked out power to thousands of New Jersey residents on Monday afternoon including several hundred in Morris County. Almost 400 homes in Randloph and about 200 in Denville and Parsippany were without electricity as of 3:20 p.m., according to Jersey Central Power & Light. About 100 customers were also without power in Morris Plains.
See all homes sold in Morris County, May 20 to May 26
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Morris County reported from May 20 to May 26. There were 67 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,876-square-foot home on Jocynda Road in Flanders that sold for $636,000. Butler.
N.J. support initiative struggling to attract students in Warren Co., organizers say
A book fair hosted by the tri-county group NJ4S received a disturbingly low turnout on Tuesday. Only four children showed up to the literacy event hosted at the Heckman Terrace Community Building in Phillipsburg. More than 500 fliers about the event were delivered to residents and the school district gave...
Summit Memorial Day Parade -- Honoring Our Fallen Heroes and Supporting Those Who Serve
SUMMIT, NJ -- Amidst threatening forecasts and gloomy skies, Summit was able to muddle through some clouds and pull off its 2024 Memorial Day Parade. Mayor Elizabeth Fagan, MD addressed the local residents in her Memorial Day address, paying tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in protecting the USA. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER From the Mayor: Veterans, distinguished guests, first responders, elected officials, and neighbors. On this solemn day, our Memorial Day, we honor and remember those who have paid the ultimate price for the freedoms we continue to enjoy today. As we...
Have You Been To New Jersey’s Most Underrated Town?
There are so many amazing towns scattered all over New Jersey, and it's hard to give all of them the attention they deserve. One website has determined that one of those great towns is the most underrated in the state. Oftentimes, an underrated town in New Jersey winds up being...
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...
Green Village Fire Department Holds 2024 Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony
GREEN VILLAGE, NJ -- The Green Village Volunteer Fire Department held its annual Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony, honoring service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice on Monday morning on the triangle. Janet Doherty of the GVFD Auxiliary led the ceremony that included the laying of the wreath by Green Village Fire Chief Mike Zalis.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Vietnam Veteran Ken Hetrick plays Taps. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Geese Louise! New Jersey Residents are Appalled by Town’s Plans to Gas Geese to Death!
Death to the geese?! We've got a problem in this New Jersey town. It's Geese season! You've undoubtedly seen large and small groups of geese congesting grassy spaces by busy roads, holding up traffic while they cross the street with their little goslings in tow. And the poop! So much...
Rain or Shine, Sparta VFW's Memorial Day Parade, Lake Mohawk Ski Hawks Show will be Held Monday
SPARTA, NJ – The Sparta VFW Memorial Day parade, ceremony and barbecue will go on rain or shine. According to VFW Post Commander Pete Litchfield only lightening would stop the parade, which is scheduled to step off at 10 a.m. The parade round will head down East Shore Trail, through White Deer Plaza, up Mohawk Avenue and finish at the Sparta Library.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER A wreath laying ceremony is scheduled immediately following the parade at Dykstra Park. The VFW is hosting a barbecue lunch for the community after the ceremony at the VFW, 66 Main Street. Lake Mohawk Ski Hawks are also scheduled to perform, rain or shine beginning around 11 a.m. after the parade. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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
Chatham Borough Memorial Day Message: 'Love of Country, Love of Family, Love of Community, Love for Future Generations'
CHATHAM, NJ -- Council member Justin Strickland, a veteran who served in Iraq, gave a message of "Love" in his remarks at the 2024 Memorial Day Ceremony held at the Chatham Borough Firehouse on Monday. Chatham Veterans from the Army, Air Force, Navy and Marines were represented at the annual event, which was moved from Memorial Park to the firehouse because of the weather conditions.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Veterans in attendance included Tom Salvas (Air Force), John Eyre (Navy), John Geddes (Army), John Crouthamel (Army), Strickland (Army) and Jack Conlan (Marines). "On Memorial Day...
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