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Two Deceased Whales Wash Ashore This Weekend: 16-18 Foot Whale Spotted in NJ’s Raritan Bay Thursday, Washes Ashore in NY Saturday. Smaller 10-12 Whale Washes Ashore in Lafayette, NJ Friday.
NJ/NY: A dead minke whale, which was first reported floating in the Raritan Bay area in New Jersey on Thursday, October 3, was, according to Marine experts, expected to eventually wash ashore at Sandy Hook, in Middletown, NJ.Instead, the whale continued to float offshore until its landing at Fort Tilden, in Queens, NY, on Saturday morning.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERAccording to a report released by the Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC), the U.S. Coast Guard initially notified local marine mammal organizations about the whale, estimated to be 16-18 feet long, floating...
NJ spot has some of the best pierogis
🍽 Yelp has a list of the top 25 places in the U.S. and Canada for pierogies. The Polish treat is either boiled or pan-fried dumplings, with typical fillings that include potato, cheese, ground meat, fruits, and berries. They can be sauteed in onions, or dipped in applesauce or sour cream.
Morris Plains neighbors protest proposed fast-food drive-thru
MORRIS PLAINS, N.J. (PIX11) — Neighbors in Morris Plains are trying to stop the town from turning an old Friendly’s restaurant into a McDonald’s drive-thru location. The proposed site, on Speedwell Avenue at the corner of Hillview Avenue, is already cause for concern among residents, many of whom say the intersection is dangerous. Each side […]
Paterson developer to remove playground from park where addicts shoot up
PATERSON — Charles Florio, the city’s most prominent developer, said he got tired of seeing drug addicts occupying a playground on Auburn Street. “I see the drug addicts all over the streets in Paterson,” Florio said, “but when they actually take over a park, that’s beyond embarrassing.” ...
October is Monarch Butterflies Month in NJ thanks to local teen's efforts
Over the last few years, a North Jersey Girl Scout has turned a pandemic project into a statewide effort to promote awareness for monarch butterflies as well as protect and improve wildlife habitats in her town and around the state. The monarch butterfly, according to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, is...
Denville Arts Council to Host "Campfire Stories" on October 12
The Denville Arts Council will host Campfire Stories on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 7:00 PM at Hogan’s Memorial Park on Diamond Spring Road. The event will feature an evening of storytelling around a faux campfire, with performances of short plays, stories, and poems curated by Denville playwright Dave Osmundsen.Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit around the campfire circle and enjoy the stories. The event is free and open to the public.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe theme of the evening focuses on the rich history, legends, and lore of North Jersey, a region known for its tales of unexplainable sightings, frightening encounters, and urban legends. These stories have been passed down through generations of North Jerseyans. The event, held during the spooky season of mid-October, aims to celebrate the unique and fascinating stories that define the region. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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