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Bear seen wandering N.J. town on Sunday
Maplewood police are urging residents to be wary of a black bear seen roaming the township Sunday. Multiple sightings of the bear were reported to Maplewood officials on Sunday, police said. It was unclear if police are planning invasive action to coax the bear away from homes. The township is...
Feature Film Needs Actors From NJ For Paid Roles Up To $4.5K
Lucky Elephant Films, an independent company, is casting specifically out of Somerville for "The Family Recipe." According ot the casting call, the film is "a grounded, fun, funny, little bit edgy, coming-of-age family comedy" that's based on the award-winning screenplay of the same name. Some of the roles include Alison,...
N.J. Mexican restaurant to be awarded world record for largest tequila collection
With over 1,000 bottles of tequila, Meximodo in Metuchen will soon officially be recognized as the eatery with the world’s largest agave spirits collection. The Mexican cruise restaurant and bar is set to claim its title Wednesday — on National Tequila Day — as a Guinness World Record holder, officials said.
Arden Courts Hosted Pet Adoption Extravaganza
MORRIS COUNTY — On Saturday, July 20, Arden Courts Memory Care, located at 18 Eden Lane, Whippany, held an “Animal Adoption Day” at their location. Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter participated and provided many dogs for adoption. Arden Courts provides specialized memory care for individuals with Alzheimer’s and...
‘Profit-driven, exploitive hellhole’: Records show 100 animals dead at SeaQuest Woodbridge
The New Jersey Department of Environment Protection has handed SeaQuest, the aquarium in the Woodbridge Center mall, a 32-page notice of violation, detailing SeaQuest’s failure to take proper care of its animals which has resulted in almost 100 deaths since it opened in 2019. The notice, which lists 12 violations of state law...
Tewksbury Woman Scores $120K Keno Jackpot In State Lottery
A Tewksbury woman landed a major payday after correctly guessing all nine numbers in the Massachusetts State Lottery's Keno game. Hillary Fetters won $120,000 after matching the numbers in the June 25 drawing. She would have only collected $40,000, but the 3X multiplier drawn after the game pu…
Registration Open for Piscataway's 1st Townwide Yard Sale
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Get ready to clean out the garage and attic and make some cash. Piscataway’s first Townwide Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, October 5th and Sunday, October 6th, rain or shine. The free event is presented by Councilmember Michele Lombardi and open to participants living in single-family residential homes. Residents may sign up to participate on Saturday only, Sunday only, or both days.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Participants will receive one additional mini-dump scan on their service card to discard any unsold and unwanted items. Sellers may also pick up one lawn sign from the Piscataway Mayor's Office in Town Hall to display on their front lawn approximately one week prior to the yard sale. The deadline to sign up is Friday, September 27th. For more information and to register, click HERE. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Bacteria Bloom: Historic Fountain in Roxbury Off Again, State Park Closed to Swimming
ROXBURY, NJ – Less than a week after it was reactivated, ending three decades of dormancy, the historic fountain at Hopatcong State Park is off again, thanks to a harmful algal bloom (HAB) in Lake Hopatcong. The restored fountain, activated during a ceremony on July 23, was deactivated two days later after state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) scientists found unhealthy levels of cyanobacteria in the lake near the state park, from which the fountain draws water.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The DEP feared that the mist from the fountain would contain the...
Roselle to Host Annual Boys to Men Fishing Event
ROSELLE, NJ - The Borough of Roselle will be hosting its annual Boys To Men Fishing event in honor of the late Leroy West, a 40-year Roselle resident. The free event will be on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a 9 a.m. meet-up at the Anthony Amalfe Community Center located at 1268 Shaffer Ave.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Complimentary breakfast will be provided before departure and a BBQ picnic-style meal will be served for lunch. For more information, you may contact the Borough of Roselle Recreation Department at 908-245-6717. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Good Samaritan Replaces Missing Sundial at Clark's Historic Plantation Museum
CLARK, NJ — TAPinto Clark reported a few weeks back on the missing historic sundial over at the township's 17th century Dr. William Robinson Plantation Museum. Representatives of the museum have just announced that, while the sundial has not turned up, a new one was donated by an anonymous Good Samaritan, left on the very spot of the original. Back around mid-June, museum workers noticed that their cherished sundial had been stolen.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Despite an announcement to the community, a plea for the sundial's return on the museum's message board, and...
Kapadokya Offers Baklava, Borek, Other Authentic Turkish Treats on Albany Street
NEW BRUNSWICK – The baklava at New Brunswick’s new Turkish bakery is sweet, but it’s nuanced and somewhat understated. Each bite starts with a slight crunch of the baked phyllo dough and ends with this gooey treat latching itself to the roof of your mouth. This may be the signature dish at this Turkish bakery at 120 Albany St., but it has a lot of competition.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The case at Kapadokya at 120 Albany Street is a colorful feast for the eyes, filled with cookies, cakes, pastries and other sweet,...
Making it Personal: Interior Designer Valerie Grant Re-Imagines Her Own Home
Valerie Grant, owner of Summit, New Jersey-based Valerie Grant Interiors, took on a design project for her own home, where she and her husband are focusing on their new chapter as empty nesters. Refreshing interiors reflect the shift from a children-centered home to one serving the needs of a couple. While still family-focused, a mix of personal and public spaces emphasize comfortable, stylish living. A special focus on entertainment-oriented areas makes the home equally inviting for intimate or grand occasions. The chic design embraces a mixture of textures, colors and layers to reflect the couples’ personalities as they enter this exciting new phase in their life.
Michigan Deli Lunch Specials July 23
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out! Italian Sausage Panini, Broccoli Rabe, Roasted Peppers, Fresh Mozz & Balsamic Glaze served w/O Ringa $14.95CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Homemade Chicken Salad w/Apples & Cranberries, topped w/Butter Lettuce, served on a Freshly Baked Croissant, served w/FF $14.75 Homemade Roast Beef, Ham, Swiss Cheese on 1/2 Sub topped with Coleslaw and Russian Dressing, served w/Tots $14.75 Homemade Soups of the Day: Cream of Mushroom or Chicken Pasta or Rice $5.00 DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE...
What's a Didgeridoo? Find out on Thursday at Clark Public LIbrary
CLARK, NJ — The Clark Public Library will hold a special show, Didgeridoo Down Under, this Thursday, July 25, for children four-years-old and up. The library invites guests to participate in an "epic adventure to the Land Down Under, where we'll hear otherworldly sounds from the didgeridoo, we'll explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, we'll learn about amazing creatures like kangaroo and koalas," and much more.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "[M]usic, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation" will all come together for an unforgettable experience! For more information and to register, click here. [Don’t miss any TAPinto Clark news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for our free e-newsletter, delivered each morning to your inbox.] For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Eyes of the Wild brings exotic animals to the library
KENILWORTH, NJ — Eyes of the Wild, an exotic animal rescue, recently had a presentation at Kenilworth Public Library. The program offered the opportunity to learn about and view up close exotic animals. More than 40 children — and their parents — were in attendance. Presenter Samantha...
Longtime Union Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday with Family and Friends
UNION, NJ - Family and friends gathered together on Saturday to celebrate the 100th birthday of longtime Union resident Mary Izzo. Izzo was born on July 17, 1924. She moved from Newark to Union in 1965. She raised five children and became a consummate volunteer, including as the town's Girl Scout troop organizer, as the leader of Troop 588 for twenty years, and as a Washington Rock Girl Scout delegate. She also provided invaluable input as a member of the executive board for a local PTA.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Izzo held the...
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