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New York, New Jersey & Delaware sued for failing to protect endangered Atlantic sturgeon
The Hudson Riverkeeper and Delaware Riverkeeper Network filed the lawsuit, alleging the states have not obtained the necessary permits, and have allowed the endangered fish to be caught in fishing nets.
Ridgewood Zoning Board Rejects Controversial Digital Billboard
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Many Ridgewood residents can breathe a sigh of relief, as after months and months of contentious debate, the Ridgewood Zoning Board of Adjustment has finally made a ruling on a proposed controversial digital billboard on Route 17 South, unanimously voting to reject the application. Five of the seven board members were required to vote in favor of the billboard for the application to be approved. The 40-foot tall, double-sided digital billboard, proposed by Outfront Media LLC., has been the center of controversy in Ridgewood since the application was first submitted, with over 30 residents,...
New video shows moment truck hauling chemicals explodes after crash on Route 3 in NJ
New video that the moment a tractor-trailer hauling chemicals exploded after crashing into a wall on a New Jersey highway, as an investigation into what happened continues. All lanes on Route 3 in Clifton reopened on Tuesday, a day after a big rig exploded in a fiery mess that left the driver dead and the roadway shut down for hours.
Answering the big questions surrounding the Campanile vs. NJSIAA football transfer case
NJSIAA attorney Steve Goodell informed attorney Patrick J. Jennings that the state’s governing body for high school athletics will not retroactively punish any school found to have breached the transfer rule in a judge’s future ruling. This was one of the biggest requests in the July 10 hearing, when Jennings sought that Bergen...
Denville Organization Announces School Supply Drive
DENVILLE, NJ - The Denville Social Services is collecting items for its annual School Supply Drive. Items eligible for collection include backpacks, lunch boxes, water bottles, #2 pencils, highlighters, pens, pencil sharpeners, and lined loose-leaf. A full list of eligible items is available on the Friends of Denville Social Services Facebook page. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Drive begins on Wednesday and runs through August 21. Items can be dropped off at several Denville locations including: American Legion Post 390 AVIDD Denville LibraryDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Denville Dairy Flowers By Candle-Lite Orange Theory Pure Barre Town Hall Social Services For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Clifton neighbors concerned about chemical spill
CLIFTON, N.J. (PIX11) — Residents on Normandy Road in Clifton expressed concern Tuesday about the flammable chemicals from Monday’s tanker explosion on Route 3. “It smelled like gasoline but stronger, and it burns your eyes when you’re back there,” said Arturo Gaviria, referencing his backyard, which is steeped in chemicals. Gaviria said hazmat crews have […]
Ramapo Indian Hills school board chooses superintendent candidate, doesn't reveal name
OAKLAND — The Ramapo Indian Hills Board of Education voted 5-4 to submit a draft contract for a third superintendent candidate to the Bergen County Office of Education for review. The regular session vote followed the May 28 hiring and June 27 rescinding of a $1.9 million, five-year contract for Ronnie...
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Indictment dropped against Paterson officer who shot gun suspect as new evidence emerges
PATERSON — State authorities are dropping their indictment against Paterson police officer Jerry Moravek for shooting a fleeing gun suspect in the back in June 2022, saying they recently learned of photos showing the man with a gun within hours of the incident. The New Jersey Attorney General's Office said it will reinvestigate...
Homeless Woman Accidentally Locked In Store After Closure
GLEN ROCK, NJ - Be careful when using a store restroom near closing time, you risk getting locked in! On July 21 at approximately 9:40 p.m., a homeless woman triggered a store alarm as she attempted to leave after the store was closed.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Police, who were investigating the alarm at Food Universe Marketplace on the 900 block of Lincoln Avenue, found the woman who had just exited the store. "The woman, who was cooperative with the officers, recounted that she was using the restroom near closing time after checking with a store employee," police said. "When she exited the restroom, she found that the store had been closed for the night and no staff members were present. She then unlocked the front door to leave and triggered the alarm." Her story matched with the video surveillance footage. Police offered the woman assistance finding shelter for the evening; however, she declined and left the area. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
NJ Gov. Murphy met with Trump to wish him well after assassination attempt
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) met in-person with former President Trump on Saturday to wish him well in the aftermath of an assassination attempt that left Trump with an injured ear. The governor’s office confirmed to The Hill that Murphy and his wife reached out to Trump immediately after the shooting earlier this month…
Montville Township HS Teachers Lead International Trips for U.S. Students
MONTVILLE, NJ - Language immersion, a broader world view, and an exploration of the world that fosters independence. These are only three of the dozens of benefits to global travel. During July 2024, three educators from the Montville Township Public Schools [MTPS] are Program Leaders for three unique, 3-week, “Global Navigator - High School Summer Abroad” programs. Hosted by CIEE [Council on International Educational Exchange], the MTPS teachers are each leading a different specialty program that focuses on specific student interests. All three programs connect students from across the United States with international professionals in each...
New York State Troopers Stop Man For Oversized Load, You Won’t Believe This
How many times have we seen that guy traveling along Main Street with a mattress on the roof of the car and his left arm out the window holding on to the mattress for dear life? Transporting a mattress with your car is legal but you will get stopped if it isn't secure.
Mosquito Spraying to Take Place in Montville
MONTVILLE, NJ – The Morris County Mosquito Commission will be spraying in the township, it was reported on their website. ATVs will be in the woods spraying the Montville Amphitheater between the hours of 4:30 a.m. and 8 a.m. on Wednesday, July 24.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The commission will be using Anvil 2+2, active ingredient Sumithrin or or Zenivex E4, active ingredient Etofenprox. To request spraying in your area, or for more information, go to: Mosquito. Visit and read your exclusive Montville news at TAPinto Montville 24/7 for FREE: TAPintoMontville.net Sign up to receive FREE TAPinto news in your email inbox: www.tapinto.net/enewsDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Follow TAPinto on X: @MontvilleTAP Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MontvilleTAP/ Download the FREE TAPinto App! Click here for Android - Click here for iOS to get news as it is happening. Celebrating something special? Showcase your anniversary, birthday, graduation, and MORE on TAPinto Milestones! For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
One hospitalized in serious condition in Cedar Grove car crash
A head-on collision in Cedar Grove left one driver hospitalized in serious condition, officials said. At about 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday morning, a tractor trailer and a Sudan crashed on Ridge Road, said Detective Nicole Hoyt from the Cedar Grove Police Department. ...
Woman shockingly finds bear relaxing in her garden
A woman was shocked when she looked out to see a bear sat in her garden. Robin Kwestel, 63, was watching golf on TV and went to get a drink from the kitchen when she saw the large male black bear. The mom-of-four said the bear - which she thinks...
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