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New laws take on a soft spot in NJ’s strong public education system
Making sure more New Jersey students are reading at grade level is the main goal behind two pieces of legislation signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy on Tuesday. The moves include mandatory screenings for younger students, at least twice a year. “Recent years have brought forth many challenges for...
New Jerseyans Cheat … A Lot, Survey Says
NEW JERSEY — People here are apparently prone to cheat. We do it in school. We do it playing cards. We do it in stores. So many New Jerseyans anonymously fessed up for a quirky new survey that the Garden State now ranks #1 in America for the most people willing to bend the rules.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER This is according to Solitaire Bliss, an online Tel Aviv-based gaming company, that recently released its 2024 “States With the Most Cheaters” survey. New Jersey rocketed into first place from the 2023 Solitaire Bliss survey...
Big law change could help drunk drivers in New Jersey
⚫ Drivers have another option when fighting a DUI charge in NJ. ⚫ In appropriate cases, drivers can reduce penalties significantly. ⚫ NJ records tens of thousands of DUI cases yearly. Until recently, individuals facing drunk driving charges in New Jersey have had two choices: admit responsibility or fight the...
Take Part in Cardboard Boat Regatta Sept. 7 at Bayview Park
Save those cardboard boxes and buy some extra duct tape: Long Beach Township’s second annual Cardboard Boat Regatta is set for Saturday, Sept. 7 at Bayview Park in Brant Beach. Prizes are in store for all divisional winners, as well as “most creative boat” and “best sink.”
County Holding "Night of Remembrance & Support" in Memory of Those Lost to Substance Abuse
WESTAMPTON, NJ – Burlington County officials will join with local advocates, residents, providers and families Thursday evening for a vigil memorializing county residents who have died as a result of substance use disorder. The Night of Remembrance & Support Vigil is held annually on International Overdose Awareness Day to help eliminate stigma surrounding substance use disorder, remember those who lost their lives to the disease, and provide support to loved ones left behind.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The vigil and remembrance ceremony will be held from 7PM to 9PM on Thursday, August 29...
South Jersey congressman calls for investigation into skyrocketing Atlantic City Electric bills
The Action News Troubleshooters have been working on getting answers for South Jersey consumers experiencing skyrocketing Atlantic City Electric bills.A petition on Change.org posted Monday, August 26, is also demanding accountability from the company. It already has over 30,000 signatures.The electric bill sticker shock has also got the attention of Representative Jeff Van Drew."The bills have gone crazy, and it's all since the smart meters come in," said Ed O'Neill of Albion, Camden County.His home has solar panels so his bill is normally very low.READ MORE: South Jersey consumers complaining of high electric bills from Atlantic City Electric The Action...
Sea Hear Now co-headliner Noah Kahan to appear on PBS Bruce Springsteen 'Nebraska' special
Bruce Springsteen fans attending the upcoming Sea Hear Now fest in Asbury Park might want to pay extra attention to co-headliner Noah Kahan. The Vermont singer-songwriter covers the Boss' “Atlantic City” on the upcoming “Bruce Springsteen’s Nebraska: A Celebration in Words and Music,” a narrated concert performance airing on PBS stations beginning on...
Surveillance Video Captures Accident Which Left Multiple People Injured
Surveillance video captured an accident in Toms River last night which left multiple people injured. The accident happened at the intersection of Hickory Boulevard and Vermont Boulevard at approximately 11:00 PM. Several people were hospitalized, the injuries are not said to be life-threatening.
Police Seek Help Identifying Stolen Credit Card Suspect
JACKSON – The Jackson Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a credit card fraud suspect. According to police, the suspect attempted to use six fraudulent credit cards loaded with card numbers of unknowing victims at the CVS Pharmacy on Don Connor Boulevard on August 25 at 8:15 p.m. He was seen leaving the area in an unknown make 4-door black sedan with silver rims.
2 New Restaurants Opening At The Jersey Shore
It's always nice to hear about restaurants expanding in New Jersey. 2 new restaurants are opening at the Jersey Shore. One will be in Ocean County, and the other in Monmouth County. Both are expected to open in 2025. Offering a variety of delicious dishes, get ready to indulge in...
Dramatic Day at Jersey Shore: Yacht Fire and Boat Crash
Boat Mayhem at Jersey Shore: Yacht Burns and Woman Airlifted. The serenity of the Jersey Shore was shattered recently when a yacht caught fire, leading to chaotic scenes and a woman being airlifted to safety. The dramatic incident unfolded at the Berkeley Island County Park, drawing a significant emergency response.
Gateway Development Commission secures $3.8B in funding for Hudson Rail Tunnel project
The Gateway Development Commission has been authorized by its board to enter into a final agreement in September with the Federal Railroad Administration for a $3.8 billion Federal-State Partnership grant to fund the Hudson Tunnel Project. The money is the final funding piece for the $16 billion project to build a new rail tunnel that will carry Amtrak and New Jersey Transit trains under the Hudson River into Manhattan.
NJ Transit is free until Sept. 2. Here’s how to take advantage.
After a series of shutdowns that left thousands of NJ Transit customers flailing this summer, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced that relief was headed customers’ way. Murphy announced on Thursday, Aug. 15, that NJ Transit would waive all transportation fares between Monday, Aug. 26, and Monday, Sept. 2. That means all NJ...
Why your young driver may be better off in NJ than elsewhere
⚫ A new report ranks the best and worst states for teen drivers. ⚫ NJ gets credit for having "strict driving laws" ⚫ A law taking effect in 2025 will add a major requirement for new drivers. New Jersey gets some praise in a report released Tuesday on young drivers.
Fast-food prices are high and inconsistent across N.J. See the statewide data.
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