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Rocks Rock: Ridgewood Parks & Recreation Offering "Rock On" Geology Summer Camp for Kids
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Is your child interested in rock? Sorry, not rock — rocks? If so, Ridgewood Parks & Recreation might have the summer camp for you. At the week-long "Rock On" camp, children ages 6 to 10 can learn about plate tectonics, volcanology, earthquakes, types of rock, glaciation, identifying local rocks, mining and mineral exploration, gems and minerals. The camp will run from Aug. 5 to Aug. 9 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at The Stable on 259 N. Maple Ave. Each child will receive a basic illustrated reference book geared to their ages for further study after the Camp ends. It will cost $275 for Ridgewood residents and $290 for non-residents. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Register Online here. For more information, contact the Ridgewood Parks & Recreation department at 201-670-5560 or via email at recreation@ridgewoodnj.net. Read more Arts & Entertainment news from around Ridgewood here: Story Walk Returns to Ridgewood for Reading of “Keep Your Ear on the Ball” Ridgewood Public Library to Host Workshop Exploring the Future of Artificial Intelligence on Thursday, July 18 Local Ridgewood Artists Showcase Their Talent at Art Institute's 2024 Members' Invitational Summer Show For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
New Jersey School Board Association Gives Ethics Presentation at Roselle Park Board of Education Meeting
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — School might be out, that does not mean that the work is over for the Roselle Park Board of Education. Last week, they met to receive a presentation on Ethics 2024 Training from Jeanne Cleary and Patricia Rees of the New Jersey School Board Association. The presentation focused on how members of the board can continue to conduct themselves ethically within their role and maintain public trust. "As school officials, you have the honor of serving the public," said Ms. Cleary. "Tonight, we wanted to look at how we hold ourselves accountable." CLICK HERE TO SIGN...
Flores Walk-off Single Keys Patriots' Win over Altoona
BRIDGEWATER, NJ -The Somerset Patriots defeated the Altoona Curve 2-1 in walk-off fashion on Saturday night in game two of a three-game series at TD Bank Ballpark in front of 7,012. Over the first two games of the series vs. Altoona, Patriots pitchers have allowed only 1 R on 4 H in 18 total IP (0.50 ERA). The victory gave Somerset sole possession of first place in the Eastern League’s Northeast Division with a 13-7 second half record.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER RHP Bailey Dees (6 IP, 1 R, 2 H, 2 BB, 5...
Some Services Provided This Week in Clark Township
CLARK, NJ — The following services will be taking place this week in the Township of Clark: Monday, July 22, All Day: Branch Pickup Monday, July 22, All Day: Ward 4 Bulk Pickup (this requires a request placed by July 18) Tuesday, July 23, All Day: Grass Pickup Wednesday, July 24, All Day: Zone 2 Recycling Saturday, July 27, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Electronic Drop-Off Click on any of the above links for location and other information.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER [Don’t miss any TAPinto Clark news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for our free e-newsletter, delivered each morning to your inbox.] For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Portion of Culver Road to Close for Three Days for Repairs this Week
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - A portion of Culver Road will be closed to through traffic for three days for repairs, according to the township. Residents are advised to avoid this part of the roadway and follow all posted detours during this time. Work will begin on Monday at 7:00 AM and will continue for three days, according to a nixle alert. Culver Road will be closed to through traffic between Deer Field Trail and Drinking Brook Road.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Access to Deer Field Trail can be obtained from Georges Road, and access to Drinking Brook can be obtained from Friendship Road. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
More than 1,500 Volunteers Package 150,000 Meals as Robbinsville Comes Together to Fight Hunger
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – The greater Robbinsville community came together in a display of volunteerism on Saturday, as the ONE Project hosted the 2024 NJ Hunger Project at Robbinsville High School. Nearly 1,500 volunteers packaged 150,624 meals to support food-insecure children across New Jersey, Amman Seehra, one of the event’s founders told TAPinto, adding that this was the ninth year of the effort, leading to a total of more than 850,000 meals being packed.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER As witnessed by TAPinto, the volunteers assembled Red Lentil Jambalaya meals, a nutritious and non-perishable dish...
Bacteria Bloom: Historic Fountain in Roxbury Off Again, State Park Closed to Swimming
ROXBURY, NJ – Less than a week after it was reactivated, ending three decades of dormancy, the historic fountain at Hopatcong State Park is off again, thanks to a harmful algal bloom (HAB) in Lake Hopatcong. The restored fountain, activated during a ceremony on July 23, was deactivated two days later after state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) scientists found unhealthy levels of cyanobacteria in the lake near the state park, from which the fountain draws water.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The DEP feared that the mist from the fountain would contain the...
President Joe Biden Announces he will not run again. Endorses Kamala Harris
WASHINGTON — Breaking news: President Joe Biden announced today that he will no longer seek re-election. The announcement follows months of concern about his declining health and weeks of pressure from the Democrat party following Biden's concerning debate performance in June. According to reports, Biden posted a letter addressed to "my fellow Americans" on social media stating: "It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your President... And while it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and to focus solely on fulfilling my duties as President for the remainder of my term."CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER This is a developing news story and will be updated. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
FORMER WALL TOWNSHIP TEACHER FACING ADDITIONAL CHARGES.
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: TAPinto previously reported that Julie Rizzitello, 36, of Brick Township, a former Wall Township High School teacher was arrested for having a sexual relationship with a student. Rizzietello has been charged with one count of second-degree Sexual Assault and one count of third-degree Witness Tampering.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Now she is facing additional charges for having a sexual relationship with another student, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Wednesday. According to a press release from the MCPO, as a result of their continued investigation involving members of their Special Victims...
Gregory Balzano Takes Oath to Join West Caldwell Police Department
WEST CALDWELL, NJ -- On Tuesday, July 16, 2024, Patrolman Gregory Balzano was sworn in at the West Caldwell Mayor and Council meeting as the newest member of the West Caldwell Police Department. Balzano graduated from West Essex Regional High School, where he played soccer and wrestled. Balzano attended and graduated from Rowan University.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER He graduated from Morris County Police Academy as an alternate route candidate. Balzano said that he always thought about becoming an officer from a young age and is "excited to join the West Caldwell Police Department." For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Auto Doctors on Harvey Street Has been Servicing Cars With Smile for 34 Years
Spirit of Esperanza: The second in a TAPinto New Brunswick series focusing on five business owners' triumphs and travails in pursuit of the American Dream in a 50-block section of the city. NEW BRUNSWICK – Mark Stephenson’s hands have replaced rusty radiators, fixed flats and changed brake shoes with the same ease as changing his socks.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER It’s been his smile and warm personality, though, that have kept customers coming back over the past 32 years as the owner and operator of Auto Doctors at 5 Harvey St. As Stephenson got...
Springfield 10U and 12U Minutemen Advance to Summer Championship Finals
SPRINGFIELD, NJ -- Two of Springfield's travel baseball teams, the 10U and 12U Minutemen, have reached the championship games in their respective playoff tournaments. After finishing the regular season at 6-4, the fifth-seeded Springfield Minutemen 12U team picked up their first round playoff win against Somerville. Down 7-3 in the last inning, the Minutemen put five unanswered runs on the board including Charlie Gamarekian with a two-run single and the go-ahead run on a steal of home by Bobby Evans. Minutemen collected 18 hits in the game, including three each by Alex Shue and Gavin Rodriguez, and...
TAPinto Rahway Stops by Girls Summer Basketball Practice
RAHWAY, NJ — Heading out to take care of a few things the other day, TAPinto Rahway decided to pay a visit to the Rahway High School (RHS) girls varsity basketball team. Though the season doesn't take place until the winter, Head Coach Jorge Gutierrez told us that the team would be in the high school gymnasium running through one of its summer practices. So we thought it was a good time, about midway into the summer, to stop by, snap a few photos, and see what the girls were up to. The varsity team is expecting five...
Middletown Township Police Department Host Graduation Celebrations for Summer Police Youth Week Camps
MIDDLETOWN, NJ: The Middletown Township Police Department this month held two graduations for their Summer 2024 Police Youth Week Camps. The graduation celebrations were the culmination of a fun weeklong camp for local youth.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Over 100 young Middletown residents had the opportunity to interact with police officers and K-9 officers and experience some of the aspects of law enforcement, in two separate one week long camps this month. The camps also focused on discipline, nutrition, physical fitness and fun. MTPD stated: "Thank you to all our officers and campers who made our camps successful!" Congratulations to all! For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Stafford Police Seeking Information Regarding Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident Saturday Evening
STAFFORD - On July 20, 2024, at approximately 7:40 PM, the Stafford Township Police responded to a fatal motor vehicle accident in the area of Route 72 and Mill Creek Road. We are currently seeking any information from the public that may assist our investigation. If you witnessed the crash or have any pertinent information, please contact the investigating officer, Traffic Safety Unit Supervisor Justin Pascale. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Out of respect for the families involved, please avoid posting any disrespectful comments or details in the comment section. Thank you for your assistance and understanding. We will provide an update on our department press blotter once the investigation is complete. Contact Information:DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Officer: Justin Pascale Unit: Traffic Safety Phone: 609-597-1189 ext. 8436 Email: JPascale@staffordpolice.org For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Little Falls Launches First Senior Police Academy for Adults 55+
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - The Little Falls Police Department has announced the launch of its inaugural Senior Police Academy, a program specifically designed for adults aged 55 and older. This educational initiative aims to enhance community relations and provide seniors with valuable safety knowledge and practical skills. The Senior Police Academy will take place every Wednesday from September 25 to October 23, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. The program offers a variety of topics and activities to engage and educate participants, including:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER A comprehensive tour of the Police Department A live K-9 demonstration Home security tips and best practices Information on consumer fraud prevention Vehicle safety guidance And many more insightful sessions "We are excited to announce the launch of our first Senior Police Academy, which we hope will become an annual event," Mayor James Damiano said on social media. "The academy will feature informational sessions and demonstrations. We look forward to seeing both familiar and new faces in this class." Interested participants are encouraged to register for the program by contacting Corporal Jon Vanak at (973) 774-7868. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Road Rage Incident on Copans and Lyons Roads in Coconut Creek: Man on Motorcycle Threatens Elderly Woman, Damages Her Car
COCONUT CREEK, FL - A 77-year-old Coconut Creek woman recently had a motorcyclist punch out her rearview mirror in a road rage incident, according to a police report. At around 6:15 a.m. on July 9, the woman made a left onto Copans Road from NW 40 Street, driving up to the intersection of Copans and Lyons Road. There, she stopped at a red light, the report said. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER That’s when a motorcyclist pulled up to her driver’s side window and began yelling at her. The woman rolled down her window...
Passaic Valley Regional High School Announces Summer Theater Productions
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Passaic Valley Regional High School has announced its summer theater productions, featuring performances by over 90 students from more than 10 different school districts. The school’s talented young actors will take the stage in two highly anticipated shows: "Hairspray" and the Junior Production of "Mary Poppins, Jr." "Hairspray" Details:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Dates: July 25-27 Time: 7:30 PM Location: Passaic Valley Regional High School, 100 E Main Street, Little Falls, NJ Tickets: $18, available online only at www.pvstheater.com Note: There will be no cash sales at the door. "Mary Poppins, Jr." Details: Dates: August 2-3 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Passaic Valley Regional High School, 100 E Main Street, Little Falls, NJ Tickets: $15, available online only at www.pvstheater.com Both productions are sponsored by the Passaic Valley Education Foundation and promise to showcase the incredible talent and hard work of the participating students. For further inquiries, please contact shuej@pvrhs.org. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Edison Township Announces Line Up for House Music Festival
EDISON, NJ - The township has announced the upcoming house music festival. The festival is scheduled for Saturday, August 24th, at Papaianni Park from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The line-up of performers is as follows:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER DJ Beloved DJ Mikki Afflick DJ Mark Francis DJ Dee Boyd MC Ras Anthony DJ Mar Mar DJ Matt Knight Special performance by Edison native Abena Mensah-Bonsu The event is free and open to the public and will feature food trucks, vendors, a beer garden, and a kid's zone. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Jase Waller Honored by City Council and Vera Ames Foundation
PATERSON, NJ - Jase Waller, a young achiever from School 10, was celebrated for his outstanding accomplishments and contributions to both academics and community service by the Paterson City Council and the Vera Ames Foundation. Waller, a Gifted and Talented selectee and distinguished Dean's List student, has been inducted into the National Junior Honor Society twice. His achievements extend beyond academics; he currently holds the title of Mr. Juneteenth for ages 7-12, participating in a rigorous entrepreneurial and character development mentorship program. Waller's dedication to academic excellence and community service has earned him the highest accolades from...
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