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New Exhibit at Cornelius Low House Museum in Piscataway Celebrates Sports in Middlesex County
PISCATAWAY, NJ — The Cornelius Low House Museum is launching a new exhibit, “Hometown Pride: The Power of Sports in Middlesex County,” which highlights the impact of sports on local communities and athletes. County residents are invited to attend the exhibition opening reception on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, from noon to 4 p.m., with light refreshments provided.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERPresented by the Arts Institute of Middlesex County, the exhibit explores how sports have brought communities together and fostered pride, from Little League to professional leagues. Middlesex County’s sports history includes milestones...
Coastal flood advisory affecting Monmouth County Wednesday
The National Weather Service issued a coastal flood advisory at 3:42 p.m. on Tuesday valid for Wednesday between 6 a.m. and noon for Monmouth County. "Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways," says the weather service. "Some spotty minor coastal flooding could occur with this evening's high tide, however inundation will be greatest with the Wednesday morning high tide."
After century of rumors, Atlantic Highlands hidden bootlegging tunnels may have been found
ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS - In the 1920s and early 1930s, Atlantic Highlands held a special distinction. “It was considered to be the bootlegging capital of the eastern United States during Prohibition,” local historian Greg Caggiano said. “It was a location for numerous mobsters and rum runners.” One of them, Andy Richard, lived at 68 West...
Perth Amboy looks to revitalize its downtown with $2.6 million in projects
PERTH AMBOY – The city has launched a series of projects aimed at revitalizing the downtown by investing more than $2.6 million in safety, beautification, accessibility and community engagement. The changes are designed at fostering a more vibrant and welcoming atmosphere for residents and visitors, according to city officials. To enhance downtown safety about...
Quiet Down! Roselle Park Mayor & Council to Adopt New Noise Ordinance
ROSELLE PARK, NJ - For the “peace and good order” of the community, the mayor and council are slated to adopt an updated ordinance that will take aim at noise nuisances in Roselle Park. The meeting agenda for Thursday evening is relatively brief, aside from four ordinances up for final adoption.In addition, the governing body is introducing a new ordinance that looks at electric bike and scooter charging, as well as one amending residential permit parking. The remainder of the agenda is routine in nature.The meeting takes place at borough hall at 7 p.m.Read more Government news in Roselle Park: $750 Fine for Former Roselle Park Councilmember Roselle Park Mayor and Council Advance Key Noise Ordinance Council Gears Up for Meeting with Routine Matters in Roselle Park For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
30th Anniversary Rahway Cemetery Tour Features 300 Years of Union County History
RAHWAY, NJ — Sunday, October 6, marks the 30th anniversary of The Ghosts of the Past Cemetery Tour hosted by the Merchants and Drovers Tavern Museum in Rahway. The tour takes place next to the museum in the 300-year-old Rahway Cemetery located at the corner of St. Georges and Westfield Avenues.This year’s theme is “Rahway Works” and the tour will feature costumed “ghosts” portraying local industrialists, artists, writers, architects, factory workers, and laborers. Each ghost of the past will relay their story beside their gravesite.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERMr. Alex Shipley,...
Nation's First Muslim General, a Scotch Plains Resident, Honored at Township Council Meeting
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – Brigadier General Cindy M. Saladin-Muhammad was honored at the Oct. 1 Scotch Plains Township Council meeting. Brig. Gen. Saladin-Muhammad is the first Muslim and the fifth African-American woman in the history of the United States to be promoted to the rank of general.The general and her husband, Sayyed Muhammad, have lived in Scotch Plains for over 20 years, and, along with their son Reshard, have a combined 75 years of U.S. military service. Brig. Gen. Saladin-Muhammad is a graduate of Rutgers University, the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, the...
Central Bucks Again Talking About Closing Linden Elementary School
DOYLESTOWN, PA—It looks like Linden Elementary School is back on the chopping block as the Central Bucks School District works on a plan to revamp its aging buildings.At a meeting last week, the district’s Operations Committee reviewed plans to tackle eight of the district’s 15 elementary school buildings. At a meeting last week, the district’s Operations Committee reviewed plans to tackle eight of the district’s 15 elementary school buildings. The eight schools discussed are Barclay, Buckingham, Doyle, Gayman, Kutz, Linden, Titus and Warwick.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER“We know these buildings are in bad shape,”...
Take care of your fur babies! Hazlet Township to Host Free Rabies Clinic for Dogs and Cats.
Hazlet, NJ – Hazlet Township will be offering a free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for dogs and cats on Saturday, October 5, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Department of Public Works building, located at 39 Leocadia Court, off Laurel Avenue. This event is open to all Monmouth County residents and will be held rain or shine.To ensure your pet’s license renewal in January 2025, the rabies vaccination must be valid through October 31, 2025. Residents are encouraged to bring their pets on a leash or in a carrier for safety. For deceased pets or...
Residents oppose Verizon cell tower plan for Jersey Shore beach
A proposal to install 5G cell towers in another Jersey Shore town is facing a backlash. Verizon Wireless wants to install six cell towers in Spring Lake, a small borough along the Jersey Shore in Monmouth County. But, the company faced opposition during a recent public meeting. If you purchase...
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
Carteret to Build Waterfront ‘Tiki Bar’ Pavilion, More
CARTERET, NJ — Next summer, Veteran’s Pier should have a “tiki bar pavilion,” an outdoor stage, and eventually a “mobile kitchen” to serve food and beverages as Carteret makes a major investment in its popular Waterfront Park, Mayor Daniel J. Reiman has announced. Any of this sound eerily familiar? That’s because nearby Woodbridge opened “Anchor’s Tiki Bar” in July at its Sewaren waterfront marina, with an outdoor stage, and a rotating selection of food trucks.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERBut, Carteret is no copycat, said borough spokesman Bob Makin. Carteret’s tiki bar “was...
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