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Community Rallies to Save Freehold Raceway From Permanent Closure
The Oldest Racetrack In America Is Threatened in New Jersey. It is a landmark that is 171 years old. Freehold Raceway, which was originally built in 1853 is now under threat of closing. According to Wikipedia, "Freehold Raceway is a half-mile racetrack in Freehold Borough, New Jersey, and is the oldest racetrack in the United States, as well as being the oldest of the three horse racing venues located in New Jersey."
One of N.J.’s largest school districts dropped its transgender policy with no public debate, critics say
The Edison Township Board of Education dropped its policy protecting transgender students from being outed to their parents by school staff in a vote this week that several advocacy groups said lacked any input from the public. The policy, known as 5756, says school staff are not required to notify...
NJ campus ranks as one of the most beautiful in the U.S.
There’s something magical about walking around certain college campuses in the fall. I recently had the chance to go back to my alma mater in September (shout out to TCNJ!) and it was beyond nostalgic to be there for the changeover from summer to autumn. Much to my chagrin,...
NJ is losing one of its last classic-looking McDonald’s
MIDDLETOWN — Street after street in New Jersey, there's no shortage of contemporary fast food chains. The same could be said years ago, but looking back now, they took on a "classic," simplistic feel. That's why the Middletown Route 35 McDonald's has been a New Jersey gem — it's...
Popular Jersey Shore bar to close in November
LAKE COMO — There’s soon going to be one less spot for locals and beachgoers to visit in Monmouth County. Salty's Beach Bar, a Jersey Shore entertainment venue and bar, is closing. In a Sept. 26 Facebook post, the owner announced the establish will close its "doors permanently"...
Monmouth County Sheriff's Auction of The Boathouse Postponed Amid Ownership Uncertainty
BELMAR, NJ — The sheriff's auction of The Boathouse in Belmar has been rescheduled from October 7th to November 18th, as ownership complexities cloud the future of the property. The Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office website confirms the new date for the auction, which will determine the fate of the corner establishment at 15th Avenue and Main Street.Although the property itself remains slated for the auction block, the business and its liquor license are now under the control of a new operator, with Two Dawgs, owned by Tim and Matt Harmon, no longer in charge. It is...
The Most Cozy NJ Restaurant Is Among The Best In America
The Most Cozy NJ Restaurant Is Among The Best In America. If you have ever visited beautiful Grounds For Sculpture there is a good chance perhaps you have dined at what is called a very "homey", "snug", and "cozy" restaurant that is located on the art exhibit grounds. Lovefood recently...
You’re not seeing things: NJ city’s tap water really is pink
NEW BRUNSWICK — If you’ve seen a pink hue in your water this week in New Brunswick, you’re not imagining things. There’s been an "overfeed" of potassium permanganate at the area’s water treatment plant, according to city officials. While city officials say it’s safe to...
Free Expungement Clinic Helps Over 225 Somerset Residents
SOMERSET, NJ—On October 1, 2024, a partnership between the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender (NJOPD), First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens, and the prosecutor's offices of Somerset and Middlesex counties brought a "Clean Slate" expungement clinic to Somerset, providing vital legal assistance to over 225 residents, according to a press release. The clinic offered free services aimed at helping eligible residents clear their criminal records. Experienced attorneys from NJOPD guided attendees through the eligibility process, helped them complete necessary paperwork, and provided information on other support services available in the community.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP...
Jackson Council Ordinance to Fix High Density Housing Loophole at Adventure Crossing
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Adventure Crossing, once envisioned as a major entertainment district featuring sports fields, hotels, a convention center, restaurants, and other high-end attractions, has yet to meet those…
The House of Horrors Opens the Doors in East Brunswick Every Friday and Saturday in October
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The House of Horrors and the Haunted Hayride, East Brunswick's hometown scarefest, return Fridays and Saturdays in October from 7-10:30 PM at the 4-H grounds (645 Cranbury Road.) Entrance and parking are off of Fern Road. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER$6.00per person for each attraction for $10 per person for a combination ticket (for both attractions)They take cash, credit card, Apple Pay, PayPal or check payable to "4-H Teen Council" Other activities are available, and refreshments are for sale! (Please bring cash for refreshments and other activities.)DOWNLOAD THE FREE...
Lawsuit over lake fountain qualms settled by council
LAKE COMO — In an executive session at the end of the Oct. 1 council meeting, the borough mayor and council passed a resolution authorizing a settlement agreement regarding the lake fountain lawsuit, with an agreement to limit daily hours of operations from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. According to the resolution, the plaintiffs of the lawsuit, JNG Land, LLC, NJG Land, LLC, Steven Giacona, Gina Giacona, Justin Giacona and Kerry Flannagan, brought action to the Superior Court of New Jersey against the Borough seeking damages claiming that the noise of the fountain installed in the lake “created a nuisance.”
Despite toxic waste worry, New Jersey offshore wind farm wins an approval
SEA GIRT — The federal government gave a key approval Tuesday to an offshore wind farm in New Jersey, even as residents in the town where its power cable would come ashore worry it could go through underground toxic waste that's still being cleaned up. The U.S. Bureau of...
Mayor calls flood zone changes ‘a very bad way to deal with a very real problem
MANASQUAN — Proposed New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) flood reforms may have a significant impact on Manasquan and neighboring shore communities. The new proposed rule, titled Protecting Against Climate Threats (NJ PACT) Resilient Environments and Landscapes (REAL), would alter flood zones and create new requirements that would impact residents across the Jersey Shore.
Superintendent Thomas G. Farrell named NJASA Superintendent of the Year
BRICK TOWNSHIP — Thomas G. Farrell was named NJASA (New Jersey Association of School Administrators) Regional Superintendent of the Year for 2025. Brick Township Public Schools congratulated the superintendent on his accomplishments and noted that Farrell is in his fifth year as superintendent of Brick Schools and 12th year as a superintendent in New Jersey.
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