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See all homes sold in West Orange, June 24 to June 30
The following is a listing of all home transfers in West Orange reported from June 24 to June 30. There were 30 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,170-square-foot home on Amelia Street in West Orange that sold for $618,000.
Governor Murphy Supports Newark’s Summer EBT Program: Ensuring Nutritional Support for Students
Newark is enhancing student engagement and nutrition through city and school summer programs. Newark Summer Programs Foster Academic Enrichment and Nutritional Support. This summer in Newark, families have access to city and school programs aimed at keeping students engaged academically and well-fed. Over 6,000 public school students are participating in these programs, which include mandatory academic sessions and various recreational activities. Superintendent Roger León stresses the importance of helping students improve in math and reading while offering accelerated courses and internships to enhance their educational experience.
Panoramic ScreenX Movie Theater Coming to American Dream Meadowlands
The latest in movie-going technology and audience experiences is coming to American Dream Meadowlands in East Rutherford, New Jersey, where the largest ScreenX auditorium in the world will open. B&B Theatres, the largest privately held and 5th largest theatre chain in the U.S., marks its New Jersey debut with its...
Dr. Oz discusses the connection between lifestyle and dementia
Q: I have been told that I have a genetic predisposition to dementia. I’m terrified. Can I do anything to stop what sounds like the inevitable? -- Janice R., Terra Haute, Indiana. A: You will be glad to hear about the latest findings of a French study that looked...
It’s a diverse lineup this summer for Concerts on the Hudson in Weehawken
The Hudson Riverfront Performing Arts Center, Inc.’s (HRPAC) Summer Concerts on the Hudson returns this summer with a diverse lineup beginning Wednesday, July 10. The series of free evening mid-week concerts will feature top artists from many different genres: from rock and roll to classical; electro-acoustic to Latin-Brazilian jazz; bossa nova and samba; R&B, soul and gospel; and Afro-beats.
Traffic Alert: Detours and Closures at South Beverwyck Road in Parsippany
PARSIPPANY, NJ - There is a road closure and detour alert for Parsippany-Troy Hills on Wednesday, July 3rd. South Beverwyck Road between Bee Meadow Parkway and Reynolds Avenue is closed to all southbound traffic due to a Morris County roadway project. All southbound traffic on South Beverwyck Road is detoured around the area.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Drivers are advised to plan ahead and use an alternate route. This is a multi-week project and the detour is subject to change. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Montclair Modern Aging Collective Formed to Support New Senior Center
As work on the first-ever Center for Modern Aging begins, activists are beginning outreach to Montclair’s diverse community to form the Montclair Modern Aging Collective (MMAC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of modern agers through collaborative efforts and innovative programs. The formation of MMAC comes nearly...
O’Dea raises $200k in bid for Jersey City mayor in Q2; $800k COH, campaign says
Hudson County Commissioner Bill O’Dea (D-2), a declared candidate for Jersey City mayor next year, raised approximately $200,000 in the second quarter of this year, with about $800,000 cash on hand, his campaign told HCV. “This kind of traction and momentum is exactly what we need and these numbers...
Newark Man Admits To Carjacking, Armed Robbery Spree: Feds
In Dec. 2021, Deion Nance carjacked a person at gunpoint, taking their 2016 Toyota Corolla, by pointing a gun at their face, pulling the victim out of their vehicle and driving away, U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger said. A month later, Nance robbed two restaurants in one day, including a Taco...
Man charged with wire fraud, money laundering
A Sparta resident was indicted on three counts of wire fraud and one count of money laundering Tuesday, July 2 in connection with two federal programs related to the coronavirus pandemic, U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger said. He was accused of fraudulently obtaining millions of dollars in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)...
Drug take-backs, tales from the Morris Canal, basketball tourney in Hoboken, more | Upcoming
Hunger Free Unity in the Community (UIC) is partnering with Table to Table for a food distribution event in Kearny on Saturday, July 6, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. or as long as supplies last. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our...
25 Cottage Street Breaks Ground In Journal Square, Jersey City
Construction has broken ground on 25 Cottage Street, a 28-story residential building in Journal Square, Jersey City. Designed by Handel Architects and developed by Nasser Freres, the approximately $300 million project is set to deliver 622 rental residences, nearly 45,000 square feet of Class A office space, and ground-floor retail upon its completion in the first quarter of 2026. The property is located between Summit Avenue and John F. Kennedy Boulevard.
CAL TECH Senior Comes Home To Mentor JMSA Students In Astrophysics
Ramzi Saber graduated from Union City’s Jose Marti STEM Academy in 2021. Now a senior at CAL TECH in Pasadena, the astrophysics major has returned home this summer to mentor students at his former high school. Ramzi was born in Morocco and came to the United States at the...
Jersey Central Power & Light upgrading Morristown substation to reduce power outages
MORRISTOWN, NJ (Morris County) – FirstEnergy Corp. subsidiary Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) is upgrading a transmission substation in Morristown to help prevent or minimize the impact of power outages caused by flooding, particularly during hurricane season. The $78 million project will raise equipment within the facility to...
See homes sold in the Newark area, June 24 to June 30
The following is a listing of all home transfers in the Newark area reported from June 24 to June 30. There were 94 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 2,016-square-foot home on North Ninth Street in Newark that sold for $530,000.
Easton Avenue shopping center in Franklin would get 'fresh look' in proposed redevelopment
FRANKLIN (Somerset) – A proposal to redevelop the vacant Kmart on Easton Avenue and give a facelift to the rest of the Rutgers Plaza shopping center will continue to be heard by the township Zoning Board of Adjustment on Aug. 1. The board began hearing the proposal by Levin Properties to build the 200-unit, four-story building in April and May with testimony continuing at its June 20 meeting by the project architect. ...
Opening Alert: Dip and Drip, Fairview, NJ
Dip and Drip is a new recent opening in Fairview. It’s being billed as a “dessert haven, specializing in high-quality European chocolates”. Their menu (View Menu) features crepes, waffles, and gelato along with bowls, drinks and more. The business is currently open seven days a week. Dip...
Why does American Dream mall have a new fixation about sports?
American Dream in East Rutherford has entered a realm not typically affiliated with malls — the world of sports. The 3-million-square-foot Meadowlands megamall has been hosting an array of sports tournaments, watch parties and other events and festivities. ...
With spot in 2024 Olympics, Mendham swimmer Jack Alexy is 'living my dream'
Jack Alexy still remembers watching swimming at the 2012 London Olympics from his family's Mendham home. All four Alexy siblings – Kate, Max, Jack and Rob – were swimmers, growing from "Mom and Tot" classes through tadpoles, minnows, and all the other levels at Somerset Hills YMCA in Basking Ridge. Jack was...
How AFROTECH™ Executive Is Giving Professionals The Confidence To Make Their Next Career Move
On June 28, 2024, AFROTECH™ held its first-ever event in Brick City. Hosted at Prudential Tower, AFROTECH™ Executive hit Newark, NJ, in partnership with the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA). For AFROTECH™ Executive Newark, attendees convened for discussions about tech innovation, financial responsibility, and creating wealth in...
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