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Re-elect Cari Neubeck
Cari Neubeck is running for re-election as our Independence Township Clerk. As a resident and former Independence Township Clerk, I am endorsing her candidacy. Cari has more than 30 years of municipal/township clerk experience. She achieved the highest level of certification from the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks and recently has been nominated Michigan Township Clerk of the Year.
Man drowns while swimming in Independence Twp. lake
A 21-year-old man drowned Tuesday while swimming in an Independence Township lake, the Oakland County Sheriff's Office said. Officials did not identify the man but said he was a Highland Township resident. Deputies were called at about 1:40 p.m. to Townsend Lake for a report of a possible drowning. They...
Pocono NASCAR 2024 Weekend Betting Recap I NASCAR Gambling Podcast (Ep. 457)
Welcome to another episode of the NASCAR Gambling Podcast on the Sports Gambling Podcast Network! Five days a week, Rod Villagomez and Cody Zeeb bring their love of NASCAR and their love of sports betting to you to help you set your bets for the weekend of NASCAR action. From the Craftsman Truck Series to the Xfinity Series, to the Cup Series, Rod and Cody have you covered.
NJ locks up child rapist who got busted for dealing drugs
đź”´ NJ man busted for drugs also found to be child abuser. đź”´ Child sex abuse content discovered, more charges filed. A 32-year-old Morris County man initially busted for dealing drugs and then found to be a child abuser has been sent to prison for over two decades.
Bumpy Avenue in Roxbury Might Not Be Smooth Until Autumn
ROXBURY, NJ – Kenvil Avenue, riddled with uneven pavement since a 2023 gas line replacement project, was supposed to be repaved this spring. Spring came and went, but the temporary pavement patches remain, and they might be there until autumn, according to Morris County, which owns and maintains the mile-long thoroughfare that connects Main Street in Succasunna with Route 46 in Kenvil.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The rough condition of Kenvil Avenue was raised by Roxbury Councilman Jim Rilee at the July 9 meeting of the Roxbury Mayor and Council. He asked Roxbury...
Mayor: Ex-Playboy hotel property sold
The property on Route 517 in Vernon, previously known as the Playboy Hotel and the Legends Resort, has been sold to an affiliate of Lockwood Hotels, Mayor Anthony Rossi said in a Facebook post Friday, July 12. Plans call for a 300-room internationally branded hotel, a world-class “Super Spa,” 150...
Heat Advisory Extended in Mount Holly Region as Index Values May Soar to 104, Excessive Heat Watch Flags Dangerous Conditions
The National Weather Service has extended a Heat Advisory for the region, including parts of northern Delaware, New Jersey, and southeast Pennsylvania, urging residents to prepare for a sweltering climate that is not only oppressive but potentially dangerous. According to the advisory, which remains in effect from 10 AM Sunday morning until 6 AM EDT Tuesday, residents can expect heat index values up to 104. Additionally, there is an Excessive Heat Watch from Tuesday morning through Wednesday evening, with heat index values possibly reaching a scorching 109 degrees.
Donations of new school supplies sought
Project Self-Sufficiency is seeking donations of new school supplies for distribution to more than 500 children and teens during August. Organizers suggest that donors sponsor a backpack for students in need. A $25 donation will purchase and fill a small backpack with key supplies needed for elementary school students while a $50 donation will purchase and fill a large backpack with key supplies for middle and high school students.
Hayden Williams-Downing becomes the champion of champions in the javelin with JavFest gold
Really, it only took one throw for West Linn incoming senior Hayden Williams-Downing to crown herself as the No. 1 high school javelin thrower in the country. On Saturday, competing as a member of the Super Thrower Track Club, Williams-Downing recorded a throw of 157 feet, one inch in her first attempt at the 2024 American JavFest in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. It was good for the lead after the first round of competition and it was good for the national crown as Williams-Downing won gold at the event.
Roxbury Councilman: No Solution to Anticipated Hopatcong State Park Lifeguard Shortages
ROXBURY, NJ – The state has not come up with a solution to an anticipated late summer loss of lifeguards at Hopatcong State Park, a situation that becomes a burden for Roxbury police as crowds are turned away, said Roxbury Councilman Mark Crowley. Crowley is also a member of the Lake Hopatcong Commission (LHC), which discussed the problem at a recent meeting, he said.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “We did discuss … again about the number of lifeguards they have,” Crowley said, speaking at the July 9 meeting of the Roxbury Mayor and...
Morris County baseball star selected by Washington Nationals in MLB Draft second round
It’s been a wild year for former Morris Knolls multi-sport standout Luke Dickerson. After leading the Golden Eagles to their first baseball state title in June 2023 as a junior, the Denville resident helped his school’s ice hockey program to a state crown this past March. Last month, Dickerson and Morris Knolls baseball repeated as Group 3 state champions as he tied the state's single-season home-run record with 18. ...
Best NASCAR Betting Trends for The Great American Getaway 400 on Sunday, July 14
Stock car racing heads to the Poconos this weekend, as we dive into driver trends for the 160-lap race from Long Pond, Pennsylvania. Check out the NASCAR betting trends for The Great American Getaway 400 on Sunday, July 14, 2024 listed below. Implied Probability Odds via Bet365. NASCAR The Great...
Second annual Slate Belt Pride held in Bangor, organizers plan community center for at-risk youth
BANGOR, Pa. — Northampton County’s LGBTQ+ community turned out Saturday for the second annual Slate Belt Pride festival — an effort to create visibility and acceptance in a conservative region of the Lehigh Valley. “The goal of today is to bring our community together,” said organizer Marc...
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.
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...
Grant to fund inclusive playground
Sparta has been awarded a grant of nearly $600,000 to fund a completely inclusive playground, Councilwoman Christine Quinn reported at the Township Council meeting June 25. Completely inclusive playgrounds provide opportunities for play that are not available at most playgrounds for children and adults with disabilities. They also provide wheelchair accessibility to the playground equipment.
The Great American Raceway 400 Prediction: Insight Into stats, track and Top Contenders
The Great American Raceway 400 Prediction: The NASCAR Cup Series is gearing up for an electrifying showdown at Pocono Raceway on July 14, 2024. The Great American Getaway 400 is set to offer fans and analysts alike a thrilling spectacle of high-speed racing and fierce competition. Nestled in Long Pond, Pennsylvania, Pocono Raceway’s unique triangular configuration and demanding turns will provide a rigorous test of skill for top drivers such as Kyle Larson ,Chase Elliott, Denny Hamlin , and Ryan Blaney. Motorsport enthusiasts can anticipate gripping action and strategic maneuvers as these talented drivers vie for victory on one of America’s most challenging tracks.
NASCAR at Pocono 2024: Start time, TV, streaming, lineup for Great American Getaway 400
NASCAR heads to the mountains of Pennsylvania for its annual Cup Series race at Pocono Raceway on Sunday. The “Tricky Triangle,” as Pocono is known, is one of the most unique ovals in NASCAR with just three turns instead of four and the longest front stretch in the series at 3,740 feet. Each of the three turns also has different degrees of banking with Turn 1, coming out of the front stretch, at 14 degrees; Turn 2, AKA the Tunnel Turn, at 8 degrees; and Turn 3, leading back into the front straightaway, at 6 degrees.
NASCAR at Pocono Raceway: Live updates, how to watch Sunday's race
It’s time to tackle the "Tricky Triangle" as the NASCAR Cup Series makes its annual trek to the mountains of Pennsylvania. The three-turn, 2.5-mile tri-oval at Pocono Raceway host Sunday’s race, with the 2024 playoffs fast approaching. Six races remain in the regular season, and only a handful of playoff berths are still up for grabs as winless drivers try to reach victory lane or point their way into the postseason.
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