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Ocean Grove surrenders on allowing Sunday morning beach access, at least for now
OCEAN GROVE - The Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association, which governs much of life in a place that has been nicknamed "God's Square Mile," has been forced to allow access to the beach from its boardwalk on Sunday mornings, at least for now. Last fall, the state Department of Environmental...
Staten Island middle school students debate in state championship | In Class column
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Island middle school students qualified and won several awards during a citywide debate championship. Paulo Intermediate School (I.S. 75) in Huguenot qualified for the New York City-level of the Urban Debate League State Championships on April 13, which was held at Midwood High School in Brooklyn.
Staten Island Ferry Being Auctioned Off: Andrew J. Barberi Ferry
The decommissioned Andrew J. Barberi Ferry is being auctioned off by the New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) with bids beginning at $155,000. So far, no bids have been offered for the vessel.
I Love Keyport Day Shows Off the Best of Keyport
KEYPORT, NJ: This year’s I Love Keyport Day was a celebration of everything that makes the hidden gem of a town so special. From the businesses to the community, Keyport has so much to offer to people of all ages. I Love Keyport Day is a way to experience Keyport, learn more about its history, and have fun! On May 18th from noon to 6 PM, anyone who visited I Love Keyport Day was able to dine, shop and stroll their way through this community-wide love letter to Keyport.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Taste of Keyport...
Is the ‘Oz Escape Experience’ Coming to New Jersey a Scam?
Over the past month or so, I have been getting ads for something called the "Oz Escape Experience" hosted by Questo. The ads have very obviously AI-generated images of people dressed as Dorothy, The Lion, The Tin Man, and The Scarecrow. Immediately, I thought of the Glasgow Scandal that was...
NJDOT Closures and Re-Routing on Route 18 Monday and Tuesday
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced that Route 18 is scheduled to be closed and detoured tonight between Tices Lane and Milltown Road as a pavement project advances in East Brunswick, Middlesex County. This is a continuation of work that began last week but was postponed due to weather. Route 18 northbound ClosureCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Beginning at 9:30 p.m. tonight, Monday, May 20, until 4:30 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, May 21, Route 18 northbound is scheduled to be closed from Milltown Road to Tices Lanes. The...
This Is The Most Charming Restaurant In New Jersey
There are two things that New Jersey has that work well together. When you add up our charm and great food, it equals a great dining experience. Experts say this is the most charming restaurant in New Jersey. When you think of charm, you can't help but imagine that amazing...
What’s Happening This Week at Neptune Public Library
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Neptune Public Library, located at 25 Neptune Blvd, has announced its schedule of programming planned for the week of May 20, 2024. Monday, May 20CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The library will host a Mini Musicians Music Class at 10 a.m. This class is open to children ages six months to five years old. Registration is required here. Tuesday, May 21 Toddlers and Wobblers Sensory Time will be presented at 10 a.m. The library will host a ‘Create Your Own Jelly Stickers’ craft at 3:45 p.m. This program is open to children in...
Perth Amboy intersection gets new $627K traffic safety measures
PERTH AMBOY - One of the city's busiest intersections has been improved to increase pedestrian safety. The improvements at Smith and Goodwin streets, announced during a news conference Monday, include replacing the traffic light system to include pedestrian signals, Americans With Disabilities Act curb ramps, sidewalks and newly painted crosswalks.
Power outages reported on Staten Island, hundreds affected: Con Edison
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (PIX11) – Several hundred people are without power across New York City on Tuesday, according to Con Edison. As of 2 p.m., at least 86 people were without power in the Arden Heights and Village Greens neighborhoods of Staten Island. At one point, at least 294 people had no power. At least […]
Tents, canopies banned at Island Beach State Park this summer
Leave those tents at home if you’re heading to Island Beach State Park this summer. A new rule change will limit the types of sun shades allowed in the state park. Starting Memorial Day weekend, tents and canopies will no longer be allowed in the swimming areas of the park, Department of Environmental Protection spokesman Larry Hajna said.
Officials investigate whether NJ town is having crooked elections
🔴 The number of registered voters in Allenhurst has increased in the past year. 🔴 A number of cars with New York plates were seen during Tuesday's election. 🔴 The prosecutor's office is conducting an investigation but did not name the town. An investigation is underway in...
Lee Covino dies at 72. Our nation’s veterans lose a staunch ally.
Lee Covino, a U.S. Army veteran who served three borough presidents and many other elected officials and was a leading voice in advocating for veterans on Staten Island and nationally, has passed away at age 72. The name Lee Covino is synonymous with service to country and community. Lee Covino...
Building Healthy Communities for All New Jerseyans
LONG BRANCH, NJ (May 20, 2024) - The New Jersey YMCA State Alliance (the Alliance) successfully concluded its 11th annual Culture of Health Conference on May 9-10 at the Ocean Place Resort & Spa in Long Branch. The event saw an impressive turnout, with over 300 attendees, including policymakers, community leaders, public health professionals, and social justice advocates, coming together to address health disparities affecting New Jerseyans, particularly those in underserved communities. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Themed "Navigating Systems for Deepening Community Impact," the event featured insightful discussions on vital topics essential for...
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