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66-year-old has run 5,723 streets in this N.J. county — and he’s still going
An ultramarathoner is on the brink of an epic running feat in Essex County. Chris Jaworski of Bloomfield said he has run every street in all but one of Essex County’s 22 municipalities and is currently making his way through Irvington, where he grew up and attended high school.
4$th of July Celebration in Maplewood.
Celebrate the 4th of July in Maplewood. Something for Everyone Starting with a 5K race at 8AM and finishing with the Fireworks Display in Memorial Park starting at 9pm. Lots af things to do in between. See the list here:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Raritan unveils $96.3 million redevelopment plan for 'dead' Route 206 shopping center
RARITAN BOROUGH – The Borough Council will hold a final vote and public hearing July 16 on a redevelopment plan for the "dead" Raritan Mall. The Council approved the introduction of the redevelopment at its June 25 meeting by a 3-2 vote. If the Borough Council approves the redevelopment, that doesn't necessarily mean the...
A century of patriotism: Plainfield's 100th July 4th parade takes on added significance
PLAINFIELD – The city's celebration of the 100th anniversary of its Fourth of July parade is more than a celebration of the holiday marking the country's independence. The three-day event is also a celebration of Plainfield, its organizers say. Beginning in 1924 as an event just for the city...
Hanover Township's Patriotic Celebration With Fireworks is Monday July 1st
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - Hanover Township's Patriotic Celebration with fireworks is swiftly approaching on Monday, July 1st. The festivities will take place at the Municipal Campus and will include 13 food trucks, games, face painting and balloon art.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Activities will begin at 6 p.m. A concert featuring The Heart of Gold Band will begin at 7:30 p.m. with the fireworks scheduled to start at 9:15 p.m. Check out the website: www.hanovertownship.com for details about parking, transportation, viewing sites, and more. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
N.J. mayor who made racist remarks caught using a slur, again
Clark Mayor Sal Bonaccorso is not apologizing for calling a political rival a slur for people with intellectual disabilities during last month’s council meeting. Bonaccorso made the derogatory remark during the township’s June 20 meeting after a Democratic candidate for council addressed the all-Republican board during its public comment portion, according to a recording on Clark’s YouTube channel.
New Jersey Civil Services Commission Announces Volunteer Firefighter Opportunities For All Local Municipalities
ELIZABETH, NJ - The application portal for volunteer firefighter positions has opened according to the New Jersey Civil Services Commission. Opportunities are available throughout the state, including Elizabeth. The deadline to apply is September 3. The City of Elizabeth requires all applicants to be Elizabeth residents. All opportunities require proof of residency in New Jersey. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Additionally, all applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and must be at least 18 years of age, but not older than 35, and have a valid driver’s license. Candidates may also be required to undergo a medical and psychiatric examination. More information can be found on the State of New Jersey website. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Woodbridge to Host Huge July 4th Festivities, Fireworks
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — This community’s 2024 Independence Day celebration and fireworks display will be Wednesday, July 3 at Alvin P. Williams Memorial Park on the Sewaren waterfront, an annual event that draws thousands of spectators. Mayor John E. McCormac says the town’s Fourth of July festivities will be the region’s largest, capped off with an incredible firework show, called “Bringing the Night to Life,” choreographed to patriotic music that starts at dusk or about 9:30 p.m.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Meanwhile, the Woodbridge Police Department says its annual illegal fireworks crackdown is underway....
Where to see the best fireworks in North Jersey: Check out these 7 massive displays
Looking for the best Fourth of July fireworks displays in North Jersey? Look no further — we've curated a list of some of the most extravagant, colorful pyrotechnic shows. Here's what to know about where to go to be dazzled for this July 4th holiday. ...
NJ101.5 listeners have voted for the best ‘dive’ bar in NJ
Thousands of votes came pouring in on Friday and through the weekend after we announced the finalists in the four-region contest to find the best Jersey dive bar. We ended up with five finalists because of a rare tie in Central Jersey between Ellery's in Middlesex Boro. and Lagoda's Saloon...
Budget cuts leave Staten Island as only borough without this crucial healthcare service
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- While Mayor Eric Adams is celebrating the passing of New York City’s new budget, struggling Staten Islanders are mourning the loss of a crucial healthcare service which continues to operate throughout the rest of the city, but has been eliminated here on Staten Island. The...
Pedestrian Bridge Connecting Main Street Somerville Apartment Buildings Lowered into Place Above South Davenport Street
SOMERVILLE, NJ - A pre-fabricated bridge was lowered into place between the Edge I and Edge II apartment buildings over South Davenport Street Tuesday morning. Preliminary site plan work had begun June 22; by the end of the week, two pits had been excavated, one alongside the Starbuck's, where customers inside worked their laptops and sipped their coffees watching the bridge being lowered into place on Tuesday.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The dproject is expected to be completed by July 12. Forms were installed for concrete which was poured into the pit by a...
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