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Summit NJ Police Report: Two Vehicle Theft Attempts
SUMMIT, NJ -- The Summit Police Department (SPD) said it received two reports of attempted motor vehicle thefts that occurred in the early morning on Monday, September 30. Based on surveillance footage, it appears that both incidents were committed by the same actors, who were dressed in black clothing.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe first attempt occurred on Canoe Brook Parkway at approximately 3:50 a.m., according to SPD. Surveillance footage shows that a dark sedan pulled up to the residence and two unknown male actors approached a white BMW X7 in the driveway. The vehicle was...
'Good Times' Star John Amos, Of East Orange, Died In August, Family Announces
Born in Newark, Amos attended East Orange High School. His parents divorced when he was two and Amos supported his family by working as a garbage collector and street cleaner, according to the Washington Post. Amos attempted to play professional football but was cut from the Denver Broncos and Kansas...
14-Year-Old Apprehended After Attempted Armed Robbery, Pursuit: Maplewood PD
At 8:06 p.m., officers responded to Park Avenue where a woman said she was approached by three unknown Black boys wearing all black clothing, Maplewood police said in a release. One of the juveniles brandished a knife toward her and said, "Let me get in the car," police said. The...
NJ counties with the highest cancer rates may shock you
When I was a kid, older folks didn’t even want to say the word cancer out loud. Sometimes, you would hear “the big C.” It was the Voldemort of something that could strike you down. Of course, huge advances have been made. We haven’t beaten the many...
Street is Named After New Jersey Music Legend
New Jersey has spawned quite a few legends in the music business. Our history of providing some of the best to the world of music goes back a very long time. The list seems neverending. As time goes by, those in the younger generation may blurt out names like Bruce...
Guilty of road rage: NJ driver with young kids fired gun at car
A 41-year-old Middlesex County father has been convicted of charges after a road rage incident in which he fired shots at another driver’s car. Gerald Chapman, of Highland Park, was found guilty by a Somerset County jury of second-degree possession of a firearm for an unlawful purpose, unlawful possession of a firearm, two counts of endangering the welfare of a child, and third-degree hindering apprehension.
NJ wedding venue goes bankrupt, leaves clients out thousands of dollars
PATERSON — A popular event venue just steps from a national park has been shut down due to bankruptcy, leaving clients with weddings planned as soon as this weekend in the lurch. Art Factory Studios, which is part of Great Falls Industrial Park, first filed for bankruptcy in August,...
New Jersey Best “Hole in the Wall” Restaurant is One of the Best in the US
In a recent article, I read from lovefood.com, they did the number one "hole in the wall" restaurant in each state in the US. It's crazy to see so many "hole in the wall" restaurants that are truly delicious. I remember growing up in Pennsylvania and there were so many...
Summit HS Gymnastics Finish 2nd at Raider Invitational
SUMMIT, NJ -- Led by Freshman Charlotte Lemkau, who won the All-Around with a 35.95, the Hilltoppers finished as the 2nd place team out of six with a 103.4 behind the host team, Hillsborough HS (107.5) on Saturday, September 28. Summit had a strong day overall, beating Hightstown (84.35), Old Bridge (93.05), East Brunswick (101.2) and South Plainfield (102.3). Lemkau was also 2nd on vault with a 9.3, 9th on bars with an 8.05, 2nd on beam with a 9.2 and won floor with a 9.4. Sophomore Caraline Delikaris also finished on the podium on vault 8th place (9.15), bars...
NJ high school football player recovering after collapsing during game
ELIZABETH — An Edison New Jersey high school football player who collapsed on the field during a game Friday night in Elizabeth has returned home from the hospital after tests came back normal. According to the St. Thomas Aquinas High School Facebook page, one of its players, Chase Young,...
NJ man gets prison for series of assaults in Niagara Falls, NY
A New Jersey man who admitted to a series of attacks on people in Niagara Falls has been sentenced to 15 years in state prison in New York. Quennel R. Jordan, of Newark, pleaded guilty in May to two counts each of assault and attempted assault, the Niagara County District Attorney’s Office confirmed.
Summit NJ Football: Sabol Named Salerno Duane Player of the Game
SUMMIT, NJ -- Summit junior quarterback Cole Sabol was named Salerno Duane Player of the Game in the team’s win on Saturday over Cranford, 21-7. The Hilltopper threw for two touchdowns and ran one into the end zone as well. Sabol netted 105 total passing yards on the day. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERSabol led the offense in the third quarter, after pushing in a QB sneak to give the team a 14-7 lead. Later in the period, he connected with senior wide receiver Oscar Marx on a 37-yard score that pushed the Summit lead to 21-7. Cole has improved his consistency and reliability throughout the season, the team noted. He has played better every game and developed a tight relationship with all his wide receivers. All that came together today against Cranford.The Hilltoppers improved to 4-0 and 3-0 in division play. The team now prepares for a visit to unbeaten Somerville on Friday night. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Home and Car Break-Ins Early Tuesday Morning in Florham Park
FLORHAM PARK, NJ - In the early hours of Tuesday, October 1st, there were break-in incidents in Florham Park involving attempts at entering a home and a car, that was running and occupied. There were multiple suspects involved, and a high speed car chase ensued from Columbia Turnpike to Routes 24 and 78. The car involved in the chase was reported as stolen. The police released the following announcement regarding the incidents that occurred on Tuesday morning: This morning, just after 4 a.m., a few residences in our town were victimized by multiple suspects attempting to enter homes...
West Orange Police Request Information About Missing Teen
WEST ORANGE, NJ – The West Orange Police are asking for the public’s assistance with locating Mr. Gideon Akwei, age 18, [who] was last seen at his residence at approximately 7:30 p.m. on September 27, 2024, after attending a West Orange High School soccer game. The following morning, his parents checked on him and noticed he was not in his bedroom. Mr. Akwei is approximately 5'6", 165 pounds and was last observed wearing a black sweat suit and black sneakers. He utilizes a black mountain bike as a mode of transportation." Please contact the West Orange Police Department at 973-325-4000 if you have any information. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Hillside Burglar Steals $1,700 In Vapes From Union Township Shop, Cops Say
At 5:07 a.m., police responded to Kush Smoke Shop on Route 22 and found the front door of the business had been shattered by a large rock, and saw a person, later identified as Hasan Williams-Chapman running from the business, Union Township police said. Williams-Chapman was ordered to exit the...
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