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Seesaws, Swings and Soccer: Work Continues at Planeson, Fairway Parks in Belleville
BELLEVILLE – Futsal turf is being laid down, swing sets are being anchored in place and work continues at two sites this fall, as the township under Mayor Michael Melham’s leadership creates more recreational facilities for residents of all ages and abilities.“The work being done on these parks is important for a number of reasons, but primarily because Belleville residents deserve new facilities,” Melham said. “Installing these new recreational amenities, where adults can play ball or kids of all abilities can climb and swing, is also part of our goal to promote healthier lifestyles for all...
Odd Ways to Tell If We Will Have a Bad Winter in New York
There are some unconventional ways to tell if there's going to be a bad winter or not in New York. I always dread the upcoming season change and I have been really, really, really dreading fall and winter since September 1st rolled around. I wish I was one of those people who liked and embraced the change, but I fight it with every once of my body. There are a lot of people around here who don't like the cold either and dread what the next 6 months are going to look like.
NYC’s ‘Eric Adams Show’ heads for a final curtain, with echoes of another New Yorker more focused on style than policy
Eric Adams, the New York mayor facing an indictment that could end his career and send him to jail, long boasted that his swagger was good for the city. But swagger doesn’t make a good mayor._
The Top 20 Best Foodie Cities In America Have Been Revealed, & NYC Is Demanding A Recount
If you ask us, New York City is the foodie capital of the world. And sure, you could say we’re biased, but NYC’s many beautiful restaurants, Michelin-Starred restaurants, and new restaurants are just some examples that prove it. Though recently WalletHub compared more than 180 of the largest U.S. cities across 28 key metrics, from the cost of groceries to the affordability and accessibility of high-quality restaurants, to uncover the best foodie cities in America and, well, we’d like to have a talk with them because there must be a mistake… Out of 182 cities NYC didn’t rank first–actually, it...
Morristown mansion where Washington endured epic winter is set to reopen after restoration
The 250th anniversary of the United States is still more than a year away, but preparations for the big date are well underway at Morristown National Historical Park. Some renovations are already complete, including 10 months of meticulous restoration work at the Ford Mansion, which Gen. George Washington used as the Continental Army's headquarters during the "Hard Winter" of 1779-80. The Mansion will reopen to the public on Saturday. ...
Remembering Former Montclair Deputy Mayor, Councilman, John Allan Griffith: A Legacy of Service
WILLIAMSBURG, VA - Montclair residents mourn the loss of former Montclair High School Counselor, Councilman-At-Large and Deputy Mayor of Montclair, John Allan Griffith (1936-2024).According to his family, Griffith, a beloved father, husband, educator, and community leader, transitioned peacefully on September 23, leaving behind a legacy of service, dedication, and love. His passion for education and community involvement was only surpassed by his devotion to his family, especially his daughters.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERBorn on December 14, 1936, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, John was the eldest son of the late Joseph Allan Griffith...
Kenilworth Historical Society to Present 2024 “Four Centuries in a Weekend”
KENILWORTH, N.J., – Visitors to Kenilworth’s historic Oswald J. Nitschke House (c. 1880), at 49 South 21 Street, on October 19 and October 20 will experience everyday life in a developing late 19th-/early 20th-century suburb through enlightening, interactive, multicultural “living history” and garden programs, exhibits and activities based on the themes “Generations of Hope – Through the Eyes of a Child” and “New Orange/Kenilworth – A Melting Pot of Many Cultures.” The October 19 - October 20 weekend activities at the Nitschke House will be offered to the general public from 12 to 5 p.m., during Union County’s annual historic...
Jersey City Charter School Soars to New Heights with Award of Prestigous Blue Ribbon
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Students, teachers, local officials, and parents were feeling blue at Soaring Heights Charter School in Jersey City on Monday.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERIn this case, from the blue pompoms students waved to the background colors of the street posters hung by the city, the blue feeling was one of celebration as the gathering was one to celebrate the award of coveted National Blue Ribbon Award from U.S Department of Education This high honor is awarded to the most academically successful schools in the country.Jacqueline Quagliana is one of the five...
Mayor Davis Optimistic About Future of Ferry Service in Bayonne
BAYONNE, NJ - Ferry service to Bayonne is on the horizon, Mayor Jimmy Davis told TAPinto Bayonne recently. The optimism came in response to the anticipated approval by the Bayonne City Council of a $6 million bond that will fund the purchase of the land and construction of the proposed terminal.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERDavis said the city will go out to bid for an operator, since the last bid on the project was done four years ago, and must be redone.In 2019, the city awarded the bid to SeaStreak, a company that runs their...
Carteret to Build Waterfront ‘Tiki Bar’ Pavilion, More
CARTERET, NJ — Next summer, Veteran’s Pier should have a “tiki bar pavilion,” an outdoor stage, and eventually a “mobile kitchen” to serve food and beverages as Carteret makes a major investment in its popular Waterfront Park, Mayor Daniel J. Reiman has announced. Any of this sound eerily familiar? That’s because nearby Woodbridge opened “Anchor’s Tiki Bar” in July at its Sewaren waterfront marina, with an outdoor stage, and a rotating selection of food trucks.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERBut, Carteret is no copycat, said borough spokesman Bob Makin. Carteret’s tiki bar “was...
Despite the Rain, Thousands of People Descend on Morristown for the 30th Annual Fall Festival
MORRISTOWN, NJ – On Sunday, September 29th, Morristown’s historic downtown came alive as it hosted the 30th annual Morristown Festival on the Green, the premier fall festival in Northern New Jersey. The perpetual rain didn't keep the happy spirit, thousands of attendees and area businesses away. Since 1994, this cherished community event has drawn people from across the state to experience the vibrant atmosphere of Morristown. The festival-goers enjoyed a day filled with exciting activities and entertainment for all ages. Spread across five entertainment areas, the festival featured non-stop performances, ranging from live music to family-friendly...
North Jersey school boards join in calls for reform to state aid funding formula
In response to a string of state education aid cuts that have been steeper than declines in enrollment — in one case by 20-fold — a group of suburban North Jersey school boards have united in calls for legislative reform. Several school boards in Morris, Sussex and Passaic counties have in recent weeks...
US dockworkers strike over wages and automation in fight that could lead to shortages
ELIZABETH, N.J. — Tens of thousands of dockworkers went on strike from Texas to Maine on Tuesday to demand higher wages and a ban on all automation at ports in a move that could snarl supply chains only a month ahead of the presidential election. The International Longshoremen’s Association union and the United States Maritime […]
Summit NJ Road Work Schedule: Detours & Closures
SUMMIT, NJ – The following streets and areas have road work scheduled for this week, according to the City of Summit. Road closures and detours may be in effect in these areas; please leave extra time while driving in or near these areas. Schedule subject to change.Monday, September 30CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER7:30 a.m. – approx. 4 p.m. Morris Avenue at Ashwood Avenue7:30 a.m. – approx. 3:30 pm. Valley View Avenue at Sunset Drive (exact location subject to change)8 a.m. – approx. 4 p.m. Cromwell Pkwy at Beekman Road8 a.m. – approx. 4 p.m....
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