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A new Costco is coming to North Jersey
There are hundreds of Costco warehouse stores across the nation. New Jersey has 21 of them. I certainly have a membership for the one in my town of Flemington. You can definitely save money as long as you shop there regularly enough. As with any big box store the key...
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...
Hollywood boutique spa concept coming to Somerset County this fall
SOMERVILLE – The NOW Massage will open a new boutique Oct. 1 near Starbucks on West Main Street. NOW Florham Park will be opening the same day. “We look forward to introducing the Somerville and Florham Park communities to The NOW’s menu of customizable massages, monthly memberships and nourishing products,” said Chirag Patel, franchise...
Experience Colonial Life at the 1770’s Festival in Somerset County
BASKING RIDGE, NJ – Discover the fascinating history of colonial life in Somerset County at the annual Lord Stirling 1770s Festival on Sunday, Oct. 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe event is held at Lord Stirling's Manor House, located on 96 Lord Stirling Road in Basking Ridge, NJ.Experience the daily life of a thriving Eighteenth Century community with colonial-themed reenactors, live music, festive performances, and hands-on activities.Colonial craftspeople will also showcase their unique trades as a Town Crier announces the local news. Craft sales are prohibited to ensure an enjoyable and educational living history event.In addition, attendees can learn about Somerset County’s Revolutionary War hero, Lord Striling, and interact with colonial militia and visit their colonial camps on the former estate lawn of Lord Stirling.DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE.The event is rain or shine. In the event of rain, the festival will take place at the Environmental Education Center at 190 Lord Stirling Road. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Raritan Considering Redevelopment Options for Former Agway Property
RARITAN, NJ – The former Agway, on Thompson Street, is moving one small step closer to redevelopment – possibly into a mixed-use apartment and retail complex developed by one of the owners of a popular Raritan eatery.The Sept. 24 council meeting saw a unanimous vote – after some vigorous discussion on the process – to go ahead with a preliminary investigation of the Thompson Street property, legally known as Block 61 Lot 3.01. That is the site where the shuttered garden and feed store sits on two-thirds of an acre of land.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP...
This 279 Year Old NJ Home Has Secret Passageways, Hidden Doors, and George Washington Visited
This Morris County home has a deep history in New Jersey and overall American history as it played a part in the Revolutionary War. Cricket Hill, built in 1745, is located in the Morris County town of Boonton and it has some intriguing features. The first unique feature is the...
SCORE: Mentoring Services for Small Businesses Available at Somerville Business Hub
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Somerset County Business Partnership has added mentoring services for local business leaders to the newly launched Business Hub under a partnership with SCORE Central New Jersey. The new Business Hub, made possible by a grant from the Somerset County Board of Commissioners, serves as the headquarters for the SCBP and as a central resource and meeting place for Somerset County's vibrant and growing small business economyCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER.“Small Business are the backbone of this great County” said President of the SCBP, Chris Edwards. “We have a...
5 haunted attractions in Central Jersey that will keep your spine tingling this Halloween
With its bustling downtowns, rolling hills, happening cities and endless activities, Central Jersey is an idyllic place to live. But throughout October, it transforms into a thumping Halloween heartland, with haunted attractions housed in everything from a more-than 200-year-old historic building to a farm with a real-life haunted history. If you're looking to...
Madison Residents Can Receive 4 Free At Home Covid-19 Tests
NEW JERSEY - Get your free COVID-19 tests! Four to be exact. Every U.S. household is eligible to order four free at-home COVID-19 tests. "The tests will be completely free—there are no shipping costs and you don’t need to enter a credit card number," the site says. The tests will begin shipping out to residents the week of September 30. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERTo place your order, CLICK HERE For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Bridgwater Engages With the Community on its Open Space Master Plan
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Continuing the work of Bridgewater’s new master plan, the township held a public input session Sept. 25 to assess what the community would want in a new open space and recreation master plan.While the township is also working on the master plan that touches on all areas in Bridgewater, the open space and recreation master plan only deals with issues related to parks and recreation, and, though the two are currently separate plans, they may be merged in the future.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERDeputy township administrator Wells Winegar...
Bush woos supporters in Bridgewater: This week in Central Jersey history, Sept. 30-Oct. 6
At Somerset Ballpark in Bridgewater, Republican presidential hopeful George W. Bush wooed 664 GOP supporters on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 1999. Bush discussed his platform, raising money for Assembly candidates and laying the groundwork for his own bid in 2000. ...
Sayreville dedicates performing arts center to Jon Bon Jovi
There was a big honor for New Jersey icon Jon Bon Jovi in Sayreville on Tuesday afternoon.Sayreville Public Schools dedicated its performing arts center to the iconic rocker."You are writing the story of your life," said Jovi.The singer was born in Perth Amboy and then went to high school in Metuchen before he transferred to Sayreville for high school his junior and senior years."I missed my senior prom because I was over opening for Southside Johnny at Freehold Raceway," said Jovi.Jovi attended Sayreville High School, where he performed for the first time live on stage in a talent competition and...
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