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Legal fees increased and updates to Shandshore School voted on during Board of Education Meeting
MOUNT OLIVE TWP. - The Board of Education adopted a resolution at a meeting on Monday, June 24, increasing legal fees by $120,000. According to the resolution, the board increased the maximum level of spending for legal services from $265,000 to $385,000 - an increase of $120,000. HELP SUPPORT OUR...
GALLERY: Scenes from the Tea Time Hill Wildfire in Wharton State Forest
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service reached 90% containment of a 4,300-acre wildfire Tuesday in the area of the Batona Campground and Apple Pie Hill in Wharton State Forest. Forest Fire Service staff will remain on scene and continue to monitor control lines and address areas of concern until significant precipitation occurs to ensure public safety.
Shawnee Chapter Illinois Audubon Society to celebrate annual Hummingbird Day
GOLCONDA — Shawnee Chapter Illinois Audubon Society is hosting the annual Hummingbird Day 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 27 at their War Bluff Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, 228 Bushwack Rd. Everyone is welcome to attend, learn something new, share stories and celebrate these little jewels of the sky, a...
Sink Hole in Newton Gets Temporary Fix, Traffic Resumes Through the Area
NEWTON, NJ – The road that was closed because of a sink hole next to the Green in Newton has been reopened. New Jersey Department of Transportation installed a metal plate over the area to allow traffic to flow while they decide on a plan to fix the issue, according to Newton Police Chief Steven VanNieuwland.
Kiwanis International Names Randolph Kiwanis Freedom Festival & Parade Top Signature Project for 2024
RANDOLPH, NJ- Kiwanis clubs around the world have brought their communities together over the past year through creative and impactful service, fundraisers and events. On July 4 at the 2024 Kiwanis International Convention in Denver, Colorado, Kiwanians gathered to celebrate the best of Kiwanis clubs’ signature projects. . Out of...
Restrictions on Route 23 in Wantage will last into fall. Here's what NJ DOT plans
The state Department of Transportation on Wednesday announced part of Route 23 northbound in Wantage would be closed as the agency embarks on a monthslong project on the highway. The shutdown was to begin at 9 a.m. at mile post 45.2, according to the department. The travel lane and shoulder were expected to be completely closed until 3 p.m.
Lowe’s awards $123K to upgrade Morris County homes for people with disabilities
The grant will focus on making the residential facilities not just livable but 'delightful.'. ArcMorris, which manages group homes and therapy programs in North Jersey for adults with developmental disabilities, has received $123,000 from home improvement retail chain Lowe’s. “The grant will focus on making our residential facilities not...
Local Roundup: Results from July 11
Northern Valley continued its strong season in Lehigh Valley Senior Connie Mack play with another impressive win Thursday. Watson Church and Cole Dynda both combined on a three-hit shutout as Northern Valley gained a 10-0 victory over East Stroudsburg. Church tossed the first three frames, allowing all three hits while...
Public comment sought on Lake Hopatcong Water Level Management Plan
ROXBURY TWP. - The Lake Hopatcong Water Level Management Plan for 2024 is now available for review and public comment. The plan spans the next 10 years, working with the Citizen Advisory Committee and Lake Hopatcong Commission. HELP SUPPORT OUR WORK: You obviously care about local news and value good...
Corey Heim earns fifth Trucks win of season at Pocono
LONG POND, Pa. -- Corey Heim earned his NASCAR Trucks Series-leading fifth victory of the season on Friday in the rain-interrupted CRC Brakleen 175 at Pocono Raceway. The 21-year old swept both stages and led 55 of the 70 laps to add to his trophy total. However, he had to...
NASCAR Craftsman Truck CRC Brakleen 175 Results
(Start position in parentheses) 1. (2) Corey Heim, Toyota, 70 laps, 60 points. 2. (8) Grant Enfinger, Chevrolet, 70, 48. 3. (1) Christian Eckes, Chevrolet, 70, 52. 4. (19) Taylor Gray, Toyota, 70, 36. 5. (27) Ross Chastain, Chevrolet, 70, 0. 6. (16) Chase Purdy, Chevrolet, 70, 31. 7. (10)...
Garden Club flower show to be held
The Pocono Garden Club will hold its annual Flower Show and Plant Sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Tannersville. Prize-winning floral arrangements and horticultural exhibits, educational speakers and the sale of hundreds of locally grown plants will be featured during the show, themed “The Beauty of America.”
Explore the Pocono Mountains 225 Betting Picks 2024 I NASCAR Gambling Podcast (Ep. 454)
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.
Former employee accused of assaulting workers
TANNERSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man is facing charges after police say he assaulted employees at his former employment. On June 23, around 3:00 p.m. the Pocono Township Police Department was called to the rear of Weis Plaza in Tannersville for a fight. Through further investigation, police say ex-employee Anthony Felix, 38, from East […]
Warren County woman charged with stealing nearly $4K from employer
MOUNT OLIVE TOWNSHIP, NJ (Morris County) – A Hackettstown woman is accused of cashing checks from her Morris County employer. On May 10, at 1:50 p.m., an officer responded to Johnson Dodge, located at at 481 Route 46 in Mount Olive Township, for the report of fraud, police said.
Gazebo Removed from the Green in Newton
NEWTON, NJ – The Green in Newton has a different look with the removal of the gazebo this week. Newton Police Chief Steve VanNieuwland said the iconic symbol of the county park had become "a magnet" for bad behavior. “From the first of the year to July 8 there were 61 police calls to the gazebo,” VanNieuwland said. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER That does not include regular policing when police officers patrolling the area would stop and intervene to prevent something from happening, dispersing people from the area, he said. He noted it as “a drain of police resources.” He said the interior of the gazebo was defaced with graffiti. “We have families with children who like to visit the park,” VanNieuwland said. He said they cannot enjoy the park with the drinking and fighting and other behaviors that were happening at the gazebo. A couple of homeless people who were using the gazebo were brought to social services, right across the street at the county offices, the chief said. "Nobody wins," VanNieuwland said. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
NEWLY MINTED MILLIONAIRE! Powerball Ticket Sold In Warren County Wins Big
It was Millionaire Monday in Warren County for one Powerball player in Warren County.A ticket sold in Hackettstown matched five numbers in the Monday, July 8 drawing, winning $1 million. The ticket was sold at Family Food Mart on Route 57.The winning numbers were 20, 22, 31, 33, 45 and the red Powe…
Top N.J. girls basketball coach resigns; named assistant at Division I college
One of New Jersey’s most successful girls basketball coaches in the last few years is moving onto the next level. Billy Lovett, who has served as Morris Catholic’s head coach for the past six years, has resigned and has been named an assistant coach at Siena. If you...
Man Arrested in Denville with 16 Fake $100 Bills, Police Say
DENVILLE, NJ - A Brooklyn man was arrested in Denville for multiple charges including uttering a forged document, driving while suspended, and eluding police officers. On July 3, Denville Police Officers responded to a report on Broadway of a person attempting to make a purchase with a fake $100 bill. Police say 31-year-old Marquise Fleming fled from officers during the police investigation. Officers caught up to and arrested Fleming and found 16 fake $100 bills on him. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER He was processed at the Denville Police Department and issued summonses for a future Morris County Superior Court date. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Township Employee Dies In Riding Mower Accident: Northampton Co. Coroner
A Bushkill Township groundskeeper died after being pinned under a riding mower on Tuesday morning, July 9, according to officials. Louis Nagy, 74, was mowing township property near Albert Ponds Preserve along Albert Road around 10:45 a.m., said the Northampton County Coroner's Office.&nbs…
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