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RED BANK: AZALEA FINALLY SPROUTING
The developer’s rendering of how the project will look when it’s complete, from the Azalea Red Bank web site. ( Click to enlarge.) After almost two decades of stops, starts and returns to the drawing board, builders have begun construction on a project that will include 14 townhomes and two cottages on the block bounded by Harding and Hudson Avenues and Clay Street.
Bruce Springsteen on the poetry of his classic album "Nebraska"
"I lived in this house exactly half a lifetime ago," said Bruce Springsteen. It may not look like much, but this small bedroom in Colts Neck, New Jersey, which still sports the original orange shag rug, is where Springsteen made what he considers his masterpiece: his 1982 album "Nebraska," ten songs dark and mournful. "This is the room where it happened," he said. I saw her standing on her front lawn just twirling her baton Me and her went for a ride, sir, and ten innocent people died From the town of Lincoln, Nebraska, with a sawed-off .410 on my...
Cinnaminson scientist earns lifetime award
Thomas F. Murphy, senior scientist for research and development at Hoeganaes Corp. in Cinnaminson, received the Kempton H. Roll Powder Metallurgy (PM) Lifetime Achievement Award from the Metal Powder Industries Federation (MPIF). Murphy is among the few recognized experts in the field of ferrous PM microscopy throughout the world. He...
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.
Mt. Laurel Residents Celebrate National Park and Recreation Month at 2nd Annual Community Campout
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel community came together this past weekend to celebrate National Park and Recreation Month at what has become an annual event. Mount Laurel's second-ever Community Campout was held on July 19 at Laurel Acres Park. The event was held in honor of National Park and Recreation Month, which has been celebrated every July since 1985 and promotes building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation, according to the National Recreation and Park Association. The month also recognizes the over 160,000 full-time park and recreation professionals, along with...
This Awesome Indoor Pickleball Court is Coming Soon to Burlington County, NJ!
Pickleball really is becoming all the rage across the country, and New Jersey is no exception!. Grab your rackets! PickleRage, an indoor Pickleball club is coming soon to the Moorestown/Mount Laurel area! This will be their first location in New Jersey. Where will PickleRage in Moorestown be located?. Back in...
Former Rutgers soccer star Denise Reddy headed to the Olympics as assistant coach
Denise Reddy is no stranger to the Miller Family Soccer Complex, although it didn’t exist when she was a two-time team captain and an All-American in soccer at Rutgers more than 30 years ago. The professional coach has returned often since then to help out during Rutgers women’s soccer...
Medical office leases in Mercer, Middlesex among latest deals by Fennelly Associates
2650 Route 130 in Cranbury — Courtesy: Fennelly Associates. A pediatric neurology practice has leased 3,800 square feet of medical office space in Hamilton, in the largest of four newly announced deals by Fennelly Associates. The provider, New Jersey Pediatric Neuroscience Institute, is expanding its footprint with the commitment...
This 60-year-old N.J. ShopRite is finally getting a massive expansion
ShopRite is completely revamping one of its stores in central New Jersey, according to a new redevelopment plan proposed by officials. Holmdel-based Saker ShopRites, which owns and operates 39 ShopRite stores in Central Jersey and along the Jersey Shore, initially proposed building a brand new ShopRite in the parking lot of an existing store in Freehold Township.
Jackson Man Stabs Roommate To Death, Charged With Murder
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Jackson Township Police Chief Matthew Kunz announced that on Friday, 38-year-old Louis Gargiso of Jackson was charged with Murder and weapons offenwes in connection with the death of 74-year-old Robert Sunris, also of Jackson. At approximately 5:55 a.m. on Friday, Jackson police responded...
NJ restaurant receiving Guinness World Record for most tequilas
Last fall I shared the news about a place opening in Metuchen. Meximodo Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar opened in mid-November. Just like their delicious Mexican food, the name is a mouthful. Friends just call it Meximodo. In that article I mentioned how Meximodo would be proudly offering over 1,000...
NJ Transit Services Resume Following Major Delays Due to Downed Power Lines
RAHWAY, NJ — On Sunday, July 21, NJ Transit service experienced major delays due to downed power lines on the tracks. Services were suspended from Newark to Metro Park. As of 8:35 Monday morning, it appeared that service had been fully restored. The Rahway Police Department made the announcement around 5:10 p.m. on Sunday that services had been suspended. At the time, the Rahway PD said that NJ Transit was on the scene, and repairs were underway.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER TAPinto Clark just checked in with the Rahway PD and confirmed that all stops were open, and Rahway Train Station was no longer being bypassed. [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
Man sentenced for illegal firearm discovered during traffic stop in Abington
Teon Sincere Gregory, 23, of Philadelphia, was sentenced to 4 to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to illegally possessing a handgun, the Pottstown Mercury reported. According to the article, Abington police stopped a car which Gregory was riding in on May 26, 2023, during which officers found and seized his Taurus 9mm firearm.
OL target Brady Bekkenhuis to make Friday visit to Rutgers
When Rutgers initially offered class of 2026 offensive tackle Brady Bekkenhuis of Arlington (Mass.), it became the second school to enter the race for his commitment. The Scarlet Knights' offer was quickly followed by an unofficial visit to a spring practice in April, which was Bekkenhuis' first trip to campus.
Don’t Miss The Peach Festival at Peddler’s Village in Lahaska, PA
If you love peaches (even if you don't) you won't want to miss the annual Peach Festival at Peddler's Village. Peddler's Village Peach Festival is August 3rd & 4th. It's happening Saturday and Sunday, August 3rd and 4th from 11am - 6pm each day. There will be fresh peaches galore,...
Monroe County Community on High Alert as Sheriff's Office Investigates Two Assaults on Women
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is actively investigating two assaults on women reported to have taken place in Monroe Township. As detailed by The Detroit News, the first of these incidents occurred in the early hours on Monday in Waterloo Park, while the second took place on Wednesday night in a wooded area along Frenchcreek in the Meadowbrook Mobile Home Community. Both assaults have drawn concern from local authorities and the community alike.
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