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Civil rights group calls for repeal of Slate Belt weapons discharge ordinance
A civil rights group states it will file a complaint if a Slate Belt community doesn’t repeal a recently passed ordinance that deals with discharging of weapons. Pen Argyl Borough Council voted July 2 to pass Ordinance 732, which increases the fine for discharging a weapon within the borough from $50 to $1,000 and includes fines for people who allow shooting on their property.
Sparta Area Alumni Campus News - July 16, 2024
SPARTA, NJ – Sparta area alumni have earned accolades and degrees from their colleges. Zachary Miller graduated from Commonwealth University in Bloomsburg, PA.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Gainluca Turndorf graduated from Hamilton College in Clinton, NY with a degree in economics. Heather DiPiano graduated from Plymouth State University in NH. DiPiano earned a Bachelor of Science degree in marketing. Centenary University announced 2024 Sussex County graduates: Andover—Ashley Buchman, Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science, summa cum laude; Bailey Delahanty, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Management and Social Media Marketing, magna cum laude; Lucas McCarthy, Bachelor of Arts...
Temporary Route 15 Southbound Bridge Opens in Jefferson
The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) has announced the full opening of the temporary Route 15 southbound bridge over the Rockaway River, a week earlier than anticipated, as work continues to replace the 124-year-old bridge in Jefferson Township. Two lanes of traffic are now open on the temporary bridge...
Brighter Future For Digital Signs in Washington Twp, Mount Laurel and Others?
It seems a brighter future could be on it’s way for the never fully operational Washington Township Digital Monument Sign. Other projects such as the unfinished Mount Laurel EMS Facility and Sign also seem to have a bright light at the end of a now shorter tunnel. According to...
Nationals select catcher Caleb Lomavita and shortstop Luke Dickerson
The Washington Nationals selected collegiate catcher Caleb Lomavita out of the University of California, Berkeley, with the No. 39 overall pick and prep shortstop Luke Dickerson from Morris Knolls (N.J.) High School with the No. 44 overall pick in the 2024 MLB First-Year Player Draft on Sunday. President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo, Vice President, Amateur Scouting Danny Haas, Senior Director, Amateur Scouting Brad Ciolek, and Assistant Director and National Crosschecker, Amateur Scouting Reed Dunn made the announcements.
Beyond the Byline: You can go home again — I did
WILKES-BARRE — They say you can’t go home again, but “they” are wrong. Last week, while driving through the Homeland — a/k/a Plymouth Borough/Old Shawnee — I stopped at 210 Reynolds St. and knocked on the door. My cousin, Donna, lives there now and...
Pa. coroner’s office seeking next-of-kin for Warren County woman
BELVIDERE, NJ (Warren County) – The Lehigh County Coroner’s Office is asking for help finding the next-of-kin for a Belvidere woman. Authorities says 77-year-old Shirley J. Smith was pronounced dead on Friday, July 12 at 12:36 a.m. at St. Luke’s University Hospital, Bethlehem. The cause of death...
Rookie Hudson Valley K9 Locates Strangling Suspect on First Day
A four-legged member of the Hudson Valley police force tracked down a potentially dangerous suspect on his first day on the job. Police work isn't easy. That's why officers in the Hudson Valley employ every tool possible to help keep the public safe. Technology like drones and radar are helping to give law enforcement the upper hand, but nothing compares to the talents of a trained K9 when it comes to apprehending a suspect on the run.
Blaney wins Pocono for second victory of the season
(Long Pond, PA) — Ryan Blaney is celebrating his second NASCAR Cup Series victory of the season following a win in the Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway. The driver of the No. 12 car led a race-high 44 laps and held off Denny Hamlin and Alex Bowman to earn the top spot. Blaney took home the checkered flag in the Iowa Corn 350 last month. William Byron and Joey Logano rounded out the Top-Five finishers.
Ryan Blaney captures second win of 2024 at Pocono
Defending NASCAR Cup Series champion Ryan Blaney won for the second time in five races by taking The Great American Getaway 400 Sunday afternoon at Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pa. Blaney's No. 12 Team Penske Racing Ford jetted away on a restart with 23 laps left and easily topped...
Route 15 South reopens
The temporary Route 15 southbound bridge over the Rockaway River has reopened a week earlier than anticipated, state New Jersey Department of Transportation officials said Sunday, July 14. Work continues to replace the 124-year-old bridge in Jefferson. The Route 15 southbound bridge was closed June 4 after monitoring equipment showed...
Rock, country, jazz and more performances happening near you
As the weekend approaches, the Hudson Valley comes alive with an exciting lineup of live music and events. From acoustic sets and classic rock to interactive musical bingo and art in the park, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Saturday, July 20. Starting at 2 p.m., Southern Stew will...
Ryan Blaney Grabs His 2nd Win of the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series at Pocono
The NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs has added another driver to its 16-contender field for the second straight week, after Hendrick Motorsports’ Alex Bowman, who was teetering the postseason cutline, won at the Chicago Street Course claiming the 12th different Playoff spot by virtue of a win this season. Now,...
2024 MLB Draft: Luke Dickerson of Morris Knolls drafted 44th overall by Nationals
Luke Dickerson’s meteoric rise took its biggest leap forward yet. Dickerson was selected by the Washington Nationals in the second round, 44th overall, of the 2024 MLB Draft on Sunday, becoming the second-ever Morris Knolls player to be drafted directly out of the Morris County high school. If you...
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