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Facing natural disasters, more lawmakers look to make oil companies pay for the damage
Vermont is the first state trying a new approach to climate policy: charging fossil fuel companies money to cover the damages caused by natural disasters worsened by climate change. Other states could be close behind. New York lawmakers passed their own measure in June, though it’s unclear if Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul will sign the […]
New Jersey School Lunches Get Graded
School is just around the corner, and it’s time to get New Jersey’s school lunch grade. The kids are heading off to school, and that means a new year of learning, a new year of friends and teachers, and a new year of school lunches. We all know...
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Tue 9/3
MODERATE RISK OF RIP CURRENTS. Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the surf zone. 13 - 21 mph (Gust 28 mph) 11 - 18 knots (Gust 24 knots) TUE: NE winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt, diminishing to 5 to 10 kt in the afternoon. Seas 2 to 4 ft. Wave Detail: NE 4 ft at 5 seconds and SE 3 ft at 7 seconds.
More Red Lobster Locations are Closing, Will Any Close in New Jersey
With rumors swirling about Red Lobster's financial woes and potential Chapter 11 bankruptcy, the fate of its 16 New Jersey locations hangs in the balance. Say it isn't so, what about the cheddar bay biscuits that are to die for. I love them. Red Lobster is still very popular. The...
Four candidates are running in the general election for New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District
Incumbent Thomas Kean Jr. (R), Susan Altman (D), Andrew Black (G), and Lana Leguia (L) are running in the general election for New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District on November 5, 2024. Politico’s Matt Friedman called the contest “the most competitive major race in the state.” Kean is one of...
Percent of NJ public school students "chronically absent" from school, 2022-23
With most of New Jersey’s public schools opening the new year this week, the hope is for a strong start in attendance. But in reality, the last statewide count found 16.6% of the state’s 1.4 million students — or roughly one in six children — were absent at least 10% of the school year. That comes out to at least 18 days or two days a month of not being in class learning.
Back-to-school days can be too hot to learn, not enough air conditioning
High temperatures have already caused early dismissals or less-than-ideal learning conditions in some NJ schools. Temperatures are expected to be in the 80s when students return to school this week with many of them heading into classrooms without air conditioning. In recent years, climate change has led to warmer temperatures...
Study Says New Jersey Shares Streaming Service Logins More Than Most Americans
Many streaming companies are actively cutting down on the sharing of logins and passwords as some customers try to avoid paying for their services. Companies such as Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+ have placed a cap on the number of devices a paying customer can be logged in to along with monitoring how many different IP Addresses that are accessing individual accounts.
Youth mental health still an issue in new school year
Educators, health care providers and mental health advocates are working on strategies to help. On Dec. 1, 2010, Wendy Sefcik of Morris County lost her son, T.J., to suicide. A sophomore in high school, he was 16 years old. After her son’s death, Sefcik’s way of coping with the tragedy...
Kelsey Grammer Returns to South Jersey as Celebrity Bartender
South Jersey has become a popular destination for numerous celebrities in recent years. Former Eagles Legend Jason Kelce hosts his annual Charity Event in Sea Isle City each year and Oscar-Award Winning Actor Edward Norton spent part of his Summer in Cape May. Best known for his role as Dr....
A New Jersey Man Just Caught A Fish Worth Over One Million Dollars
Spending a day fishing at the Jersey Shore is like nothing else; it's relaxing to spend a day in the sun trying to catch the big one. Now imagine you reel in a fish so big that it warrants a check for over One Million dollars. I don't know about...
This Jersey Shore town is one of Airbnb’s lowest priced places for fall travel
If you’re looking for someplace affordable to travel in New Jersey this fall, Airbnb has a suggestion. It has identified one Jersey Shore town in its 10 destinations in the U.S. for the most savings for travel between September and November. Somers Point, in eastern Atlantic County, topped the...
Violante's Nutley Back to School Week Lunch Specials: Veal, Chicken, & Pickle Sandwich
Back to school week is upon us! Lunch special are hot and ready! CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThis week's specials include Veal and Peppers, Chicken Savoy, and Pepper Steak.The Pickle Sandwich is available every day or try the new Mozzarella Sandwich.Violante's is located at 105 Franklin Ave. at the corner of Harrison St.Related Article: Destination Nutley: Violante's Stuffed Pickle Sandwich Is Available Every DayDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Day 1: St. Anthony's School Opens to Smiles in Hawthorne
HAWTHORNE, NJ - This morning, September 3, was a happy opening day for St Anthony's School on Diamond Bridge Avenue, as many of the returning students were all smiles giving hugs to staff members. St Anthony's is an accredited STEM school. This year the enrollment is over 200 students. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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