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That loud boom? NASA says it was meteor entering Earth’s atmosphere
That loud boom that had some Shore residents running outside to see if something had fallen on their roofs coincided with a meteor entering Earth’s atmosphere at a speed of 41,000 mph, the Associated Press reported. William Cooke, head of NASA’s Meteoroid Environments Office, told the AP that a...
10 most expensive homes sold in Union County, July 8-14
A house in Summit that sold for $2.9 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Union County in the past week. In total, 159 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $696,083, or $397 per square foot.
Union County Announces Grand Opening Of Newly Renovated Roselle Memorial Library
ROSELLE, NJ - The Union County Board of Commissioners invites residents to an upcoming Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of the Roselle Memorial Library, located at 104 West 4th Avenue. The event will take place on Tuesday, July 23 at 10 a.m and include several guest speakers including:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Master of Ceremonies: Union County Improvement Authority Executive Director, Dr. Bibi Taylor New Jersey Senate President: Nicholas P. Scutari Union County Improvement Authority Chairman: Chris Kolibas Union County Commissioner Chairwoman: Kimberly Palmieri-MoudedDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE...
Flood advisory for 3 N.J. counties Wednesday night
On Wednesday at 9:28 p.m. a flood advisory was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 11:30 p.m. for Bergen, Hudson and Union counties. The weather service says, "Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas," adds the weather service. "Turn...
Here's when Union County schools open for 2024-25. Check your district calendar
While school may not be a focus for children now, Union County schools are already readying to welcome them back for the 2024-2025 academic year. We peek at when Union County students are expected to head back to school and offer a quick link to the school calendar for each district. Most districts...
Justin Almenas tragically killed in Clark motorcycle accident
CLARK, NJ, (July 16, 2024) - On Tuesday night, a motorcyclist died after being in a crash at an intersection in Union County, according to the Clark Police Department. Reports indicate that 32-year-old Justin Almenas of Rahway was driving his motorcycle west on Madison Hill Road in Clark. At around 8 p.m., he collided with a sedan that was turning left from Adams Street onto the road, police said.
NJ police chief’s firing over homophobic slurs is ‘despicable,’ attorney says
ROSELLE — The embattled police chief of this Union County borough has lost his job after being accused of using homophobic slurs at work. Stacey Williams, the now-former police chief of Roselle, was terminated at Wednesday's council meeting. He took the job three years ago in July 2021. After...
Update: 5 N.J. counties under a severe thunderstorm watch Tuesday night
On Tuesday at 8:52 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 10 p.m. for Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic and Union counties. Preparing for impending lightning strikes: Expert safety recommendations. Each year, lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times, with the majority...
Update: Damaging winds predicted with thunderstorms to hit Hudson and Union counties Tuesday
An updated severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 6:56 p.m. in effect until 7:45 p.m. for Hudson and Union counties. Residents should prepare for wind gusts of up to 60 mph. "At 6:55 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located over Tompkinsville, or over...
The Avalon Theatre & Union County Humane Society to Present THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS & Pet Adoption
Marysville is such a supportive community, it's no surprise that two beloved Uptown Institutions are combining forces for good! When the executive director of The Avalon Theatre, Ryan Bowie, met with the Union County Humane Society executive director, Tim Coan they knew it would be a great partnership. For their first collaboration, they have decided to screen "The Secret Life of Pets" at The Avalon Theatre to help earn funds for the Union County Humane Society.
Elizabeth Man Arrested For 2023 Deadly Assault
ELIZABETH, NJ - An Elizabeth man was arrested Friday and faces manslaughter charges following a deadly assault that occurred last year, according to police and Union County prosecutors. Regis Pelegrino Motas is charged with one count of first-degree aggravated manslaughter. He is being held at Essex County Jail with a...
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