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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...
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...
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....
Hoboken implements safety regulations for e-bike delivery workers
HOBOKEN, N.J. (PIX11) — E-bike delivery workers in Hoboken are now being mandated to register and obey certain rules. The mayor calls it a public safety matter. On busy Washington Avenue in Hoboken Tuesday evening, Mayor Ravi Bhalla engaged e-bike delivery drivers with one main purpose: to make streets safer for them and pedestrians. “We […]
New Jersey has some of the worst sports trolls in the country
We all know that New Jerseyans are a passionate bunch. Whether it's about where to get the best pizza or who's the best singer or actor from Jersey, we're sure to have a strong opinion. Of course, this would carry over to the sports world. Three New Jersey cities made...
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...
Unsafe conditions and over $1M in questionable spending at NYC affordable housing complexes, audit finds
An audit released by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli on Tuesday found unsafe conditions and over $1 million in questionable spending at three affordable housing complexes.
Essex County, Get Ready to Strut Your Mutt
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Here’s how to recycle pizza boxes once new compost rules go into effect in NYC
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- There are few things more synonymous with New York City than pizza. For decades, New Yorkers have been recycling the thousands and thousands of pizza boxes used to carry slices throughout the five boroughs. Residents can still do so, but they’ll want to ensure their pizza...
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...
Safety Upgrades at Morris St. & Ridgedale Ave. Intersection
Online Public Information Meeting Scheduled for Oct. 9, 2024. Morris County is receiving Federal Highway Safety Improvement Program Funds from the Federal Highway Administration through the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) for the design, construction and construction inspection services for safety improvements at the Morris Street (CR 510) and Ridgedale Avenue intersection in Morristown.
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