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5 New Jersey Beaches Are Under A Warning For Contaminated Waters
We're getting ready to head into one of the busiest weekends at the Jersey Shore, and it's been revealed that at least 5 New Jersey beaches are under warnings for excess bacteria. It's never something you want to see on the news and the reason for the contamination really stinks.
As you wish, NJ! Go behind-the-scenes of The Princess Bride with one of its stars
For my money, there’s no better comfort movie than The Princess Bride. Pretty much every scene has a classic line:. Good night, Wesley. Good work. Sleep well. I’ll most likely kill you in the morning. One of my favorites.... Inconceivable!. You keep using that word… I do not...
St. Paul's Church's Annual Fourth of July Duck Race is Just Duckie
MILLTOWN, NJ - Soon after the 2024 Milltown Fourth of July Parade concluded, it was time for the annual Rubber Duck Race at the Main Street Bridge. Sponsored by St. Paul's Church, more than 900 rubber duckies were dropped into the water next to the Main Street Bridge. A large crowd gathered on both sides of the water and along the old railroad trestle to see if their duckies would be one of the first 10 to reach the finish line. The finish line is underneath the railroad trestle. Each winning duckie earns its sponsor a $100 gift card. The winning ducks for the 2024 Milltown Fourth of July Rubber Duck Race were:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER 990 196 299 905 231 576 78 693 832 795 Sponsors of the winning ducks will be contacted by email or telephone to learn how to collect their gift card. All the proceeds from St. Paul's annual Fourth of July Duck Race goes to support the church's Youth Group's mission trip. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Support Homeless Veterans: Christmas in July 2024 Donation Drive
BEDMINSTER, NJ - This summer, join Independence for Veterans in making a meaningful difference to our homeless veterans at the Lyons and Glen Gardner housing facilities. From now until August 5, 2024, they are collecting essential items to support 270 former servicemen and 12 ex-servicewomen residing in these shelters. What They Need: They are accepting ONLY brand-new items for this drive, including:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Baby wipes Shampoo, body wash Deodorant, razors, shaving cream Toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss Q-tips, cotton balls Sunscreen, sunglasses Laundry detergent Paper towels Underwear Shirts, t-shirts Pants, shorts Sandals, slip-on shoes, flip flops Pajamas, sleepwear, slippers Socks Tupperware Thermoses Electric hot plates/burners for cooking,...
East Brunswick: July 4th Safety Tips for Kids at Celebration
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The East Brunswick Police Department recommends taking a photo of your children before attending today's 4th of July Celebration in case they are lost or separated from you. When you exit your car, take a quick cellphone picture of your kids in the clothes that they are wearing tonight. Don't rely on an old photo.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Need a reminder about the schedule of events? Click here for arrival, parking, and exiting directions. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Hackensack Meridian sues feds claiming underpayment, citing new Supreme Court ruling
At least one major New Jersey institution wasted little time to act on the U.S. Supreme Court's major ruling last week that overturned the so-called "Chevron Doctrine," making it easier now to challenge federal regulators in court. Hackensack Meridian Health, which operates 18 hospitals across New Jersey, has sued the...
7th Juneteenth Celebration Held at Shady Rest Golf Club
(Scotch Plains, NJ) — Social Justice Matters of Scotch Plains and Fanwood held its 7th annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 22nd at the Shady Rest Golf and Country Club. This year’s theme was “SANKOFA: Looking Back at our Past to Move Forward with Purpose for a Brighter Future.”
East Hanover Resident Interning at Morris County Communication Agency
EAST HANOVER — East Hanover resident Dominique Mercadante began a summer internship at SCG Advertising + Public Relations, a Whippany-based, full-service PR and advertising agency. Mercadante is a junior at Seton Hall University pursuing her bachelor’s degree in communication with a minor in journalism. The Hanover Park High...
Mountain Lion Reportedly Dangerously Close To Upstate New York
A number of reported mountain lions have been spotted just outside the Hudson Valley. The wild animal was reported in New Jersey, in a county that borders Orange County. Mountain Lion Reported Near Orange County, New York. A mountain lion was reportedly seen in Sussex County, New Jersey. A listener...
Independence Day 2024: North Plainfield Community Day Set for Saturday
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — Join the Independance Day Celebration at Community Day in North Plainfield on July 6 on the West End School grounds, Greenbrook Road, North Plainfield with Fireworks at dusk with rain date of July 7. North Plainfield will not host a parade on the 4th however, Plainfield will host its 100th Fourth of July Parade on Thursday. The parade will start 10 a.m. July 4 on East Front Street with a concert and fireworks display at Cedar Brook Park beginning at 5:30 p.m. on July 5. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Scotch Plains Home Sells For $126K Over Asking Price
It's more spacious than it looks!A 2,308-square foot home in Union County sold for $126,000 over asking price and was under contract in less than a week.The split-level home at 1111 Jefferson Ave. in Scotch Plains was listed by Juan Gamarra of Compass New Jersey in the spring, and was under co…
2024 Team Talent Preview: Rutgers
Welcome to the 4th part in our series looking at the rosters of every Big Ten team as we head ever closer to opening day. The order is organized by my team talent rankings. For more information on how those numbers came about, check out the intro for the Northwestern post. And while you’re there, go ahead and read the whole thing then come back. We’ll wait for you.
Siegler Steps Up to the Plate for Patriots, Knocks in 3 Runs in 3 At-Bats Before Sellout Crowd
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots defeated the Reading Fightin Phils 5-4 in a late inning thriller on Wednesday night in game three of a six-game series at TD Bank Ballpark before a sellout crowd of 7,106. 2B Anthony Seigler (3-for-4, 3 RBI, R, 2B) had three separate RBI hits in the contest, including a game tying RBI double in the 6th Wednesday marked Seigler’s 11th multi-hit game of the season, while his three hits matched a season high. Seigler also recorded his ninth multi-RBI showing of the season, notching a season-high 3 RBI for the third time. Seigler extended...
Rutgers Football Fourth of July Celebration Post!
Happy Independence Day! On July 4th, 1776 Colonel Henry Rutgers, with his back up against the Banks of the old Raritan, forced the British Redcoats to surrender. It was a historic day that immediately led to America’s independence from Great Britain. To honor his legacy and impact on American history and western civilization as a whole, Queen’s College decided to rename to Rutgers College (now Rutgers University). In Academia, it is widely accepted that Rutgers University is the most patriotic university name in the entire country.
Troop 177 Goes Canoeing on the Delaware River
In early May, a group of Boy Scouts and adult leaders from Mountainside’s Troop 177 braved the cold spring water on a trek down the Delaware River. The event focused on water safety and rescue, as well as proper canoeing techniques. We will have many more troop activities in...
10 most expensive homes sold in Hudson County, June 24-30
A house in Hoboken that sold for $2.5 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Hudson County in the past week. In total, 89 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $669,155. The average price per square foot was $445.
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