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Dangerous intersection in NJ to receive needed upgrade
HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP — Relief is coming to drivers of Mercer County. The four-way intersection of Route 31 and Ingleside Avenue has been a problematic, headache-inducing spot for years. The flashing signal’s inadequate gaps having been causing high-risk behavior by drivers to save a quick minute, according to township spokeswoman...
One of N.J.’s largest school districts dropped its transgender policy with no public debate, critics say
The Edison Township Board of Education dropped its policy protecting transgender students from being outed to their parents by school staff in a vote this week that several advocacy groups said lacked any input from the public. The policy, known as 5756, says school staff are not required to notify...
NJ campus ranks as one of the most beautiful in the U.S.
There’s something magical about walking around certain college campuses in the fall. I recently had the chance to go back to my alma mater in September (shout out to TCNJ!) and it was beyond nostalgic to be there for the changeover from summer to autumn. Much to my chagrin,...
Free Expungement Clinic Helps Over 225 Somerset Residents
SOMERSET, NJ—On October 1, 2024, a partnership between the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender (NJOPD), First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens, and the prosecutor's offices of Somerset and Middlesex counties brought a "Clean Slate" expungement clinic to Somerset, providing vital legal assistance to over 225 residents, according to a press release. The clinic offered free services aimed at helping eligible residents clear their criminal records. Experienced attorneys from NJOPD guided attendees through the eligibility process, helped them complete necessary paperwork, and provided information on other support services available in the community.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP...
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...
The Most Cozy NJ Restaurant Is Among The Best In America
The Most Cozy NJ Restaurant Is Among The Best In America. If you have ever visited beautiful Grounds For Sculpture there is a good chance perhaps you have dined at what is called a very "homey", "snug", and "cozy" restaurant that is located on the art exhibit grounds. Lovefood recently...
Brisk Business for Residents at Piscataway’s First Town Wide Yard Sale
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Shoppers milled about Piscataway neighborhoods on Saturday, the first of two days for the township’s first town wide yard sale.Organized by Councilmember Michele Lombardi, more than 365 households in every section of town cleared their closets and garages of items they no longer needed, and put them out for sale on blankets and tables spread out on their driveways and walkways, all at super low prices to attract even the savviest bargain hunter.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER“I’m starting to hear that people are out shopping,” said Lombardi holding...
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.
$10M down the drain: Feds say NJ firm never replaced lead pipes
NEWARK – The chief executive officer of a construction company and a foreman for the company have been accused of pocketing money from a $10.2 million public works contract by faking the work on replacing lead water service lines in Newark. On Wednesday, 57-year-old Michael Sawyer, of Burlington, and...
Neighbors Won’t Swallow Carteret’s ‘Tiki Bar’ Cocktail
CARTERET, NJ — Apartment complex tenants and others who live near the borough’s waterfront are not thrilled about new plans for a Waterfront Park “tiki bar,” an outdoor stage and cooking facilities that they believe will attract more traffic and noise.Opponents claim Carteret’s latest plan was undertaken without public input, will further damage their ordinarily quiet lifestyle, and attract more traffic, putting them “at greater risk,” according to Facebook posts and emails from objectors.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThis week, Mayor Daniel J. Reiman announced a $4 million plan for a “tiki bar pavilion,” an...
Hillsborough music academy owner perseveres through ongoing Route 206 construction
HILLSBOROUGH, N.J. (PIX11)– From drumming in the legendary hip-hop band The Fugees to winning Grammys and VMAs, Donald Guillaume has experienced the highest of highs. But he’s also experienced the lowest of lows. In 2020, as he planned on opening his music academy, he lost both of his parents within two days of each other. […]
Plainfield Superintendent Pens Letter Asking NJDOE for Moratorium on Charter Expansion
PLAINFIELD, NJ — At Tuesday's Plainfield Board of Education special meeting, Superintendent Rashon Hasan read a letter to the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) into the record. Tuesday was the deadline for districts to provide remarks or comments in response to the recently-submitted annual reports by the local charter schools.“Our district respectfully requests a moratorium on any further charter school expansions until education leaders develop a comprehensive educational plan to ensure fair and equitable education services for the students of our community,” read Mr Hasan from his letter addressed to Robert Gregory, the NJDOE's Executive Director of Field...
The House of Horrors Opens the Doors in East Brunswick Every Friday and Saturday in October
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The House of Horrors and the Haunted Hayride, East Brunswick's hometown scarefest, return Fridays and Saturdays in October from 7-10:30 PM at the 4-H grounds (645 Cranbury Road.) Entrance and parking are off of Fern Road. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER$6.00per person for each attraction for $10 per person for a combination ticket (for both attractions)They take cash, credit card, Apple Pay, PayPal or check payable to "4-H Teen Council" Other activities are available, and refreshments are for sale! (Please bring cash for refreshments and other activities.)DOWNLOAD THE FREE...
Vote: Big Central Conference Readers’ Choice Football Player of the Week poll for Week 5
Welcome to the sixth MyCentralJersey.com’s Big Central Conference Readers’ Choice Football Player of the Week poll of the 2024 season. Voting closes Thursday at noon. Please note that the votes don't...
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