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New Jerseyans could experience a ‘rodent rampage’ in their homes
As if this summer hasn’t been brutal enough with the intense weather, we might not be done seeing the effects of the heat. According to a pest management company, the heatwaves likely created a ‘perfect storm’ for a surge in rodent activity. According to Zachary Smith of...
Woman Charged With Selling $18M In Bogus Coupons Downloaded In NJ: Feds
From June 2020 through June 2024, Janet Bernal — who goes by the names Rocky, Rocky G, Rocky Gee, and RockyG-Kruella — orchestrated a scheme to produce and sell fraudulent, counterfeit coupons for use by purchasers at retail stores throughout the United States, including large pharmacies and grocery stores, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger said.
Big law change could help drunk drivers in New Jersey
⚫ Drivers have another option when fighting a DUI charge in NJ. ⚫ In appropriate cases, drivers can reduce penalties significantly. ⚫ NJ records tens of thousands of DUI cases yearly. Until recently, individuals facing drunk driving charges in New Jersey have had two choices: admit responsibility or fight the...
NJ congressman targets 'runaway abuse' of LGBTQ+ seniors in Elder Pride Protection Act
Pointing to growing abuse against elderly LGBTQ+ Americans, U.S. Reps. Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) and Angie Craig (MN-2) just introduced the Elder Pride Protection Act. The idea, which Gottheimer says he developed during his annual LGBTQ+ stakeholder roundtable, would create a Department of Justice task force that focuses on combatting such harassment...
Check your utility bills: Some NJ residents to receive one-time break
Relief on is on the way for New Jersey households. During the September bill cycle, the Murphy Administration will offer households a one-time bill credit for electric or gas. Roughly 278,000 ratepayers will benefit from the $175 break, made possible through the state’s Residential Energy Assistance Payment initiative. “Costly...
MVC Mobile Unit Coming to Mt. Laurel Next Week for Drivers to Obtain REAL ID Licenses
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) Mobile Unit will be in Mount Laurel next week to assist drivers in signing up for their REAL ID driver's licenses mandated under federal law. The MVC Mobile Unit will be at the Mount Laurel Community Center located at 100 Mount Laurel Road on Tuesday, September 3.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Appointments are required and can be reserved by CLICKING HERE. Starting on May 7, 2025, a federal requirement mandates REAL ID documentation for state-issued driver's licenses and non-driver IDs to fly within the United States, unless you use a U.S. passport or another federally approved form of identification. In order to obtain a REAL ID, drivers must have documentation worth six "points." Those documents include items such as a social security card, proof of residential address, and other items. A list of acceptable documents and their point values can be found HERE. For more information about REAL ID documents, visit the NJMVC website. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
At least 1 seriously injured after car crash on South Black Horse Pike in Gloucester County
An investigation is underway after a car crash in Gloucester County, New Jersey, left at least one person injured.It happened around noon on Wednesday on the 400 block of South Black Horse Pike in Williamstown.Video from Chopper 6 shows a tow truck removing the vehicle from the woods.According to police, at least one person was seriously injured as a result of the crash.There is no word yet on that person's condition.Investigators have not said what led to the collision. Anyone with information on the incident should contact the police.
Chaos erupts at Camden school board meeting amid call to remove president
CAMDEN. NJ - Controversy in the Camden School District is apparent as some parents and students are calling for the removal of the school board president, after the district settled a $2 million lawsuit over allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a student. FOX 29's Dawn Timmeney attended a meeting...
Skate Park construction to start soon in South Jersey
PENNSAUKEN — Skaters will soon have more options in Camden County. Come September, construction will begin on a new skate park amounting to over $900,000 at Cooper River Park. County officials say efforts should be completed by the end of the year. Described as a “6,000-square-foot, streetscape-style skatepark” by...
Environmental remediation project to close Foster Avenue in Gibbsboro
(Lindenwold, NJ) – Foster Avenue in Gibbsboro will be closed between Gibbsboro Road and United States Avenue for the next 9 to 12 months due to a major environmental remediation project at the site of the former Sherwin Williams factory commonly called the Paintworks surrounding Silver Lake. The project will begin on Aug. 30, after which the road will be closed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Giant bounce park with obstacle course and 23-foot slide to open on weekends at Cherry Hill Mall
A gigantic bounce park will be open on weekends at the Cherry Hill Mall starting Friday, Aug. 30. FUNBOX, which boasts bouncy attractions spanning 25,000 square feet, will pop up in the parking lot by Church Road across from the mall's JCPenney store. It will be open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 20.
Haddonfield Schools Pursue Bond Referendum for Dec. 10 Vote
The district will present details about the initiative at a special meeting September 4. Here’s what we know so far. Almost a year after tabling a proposed bond referendum that would have seen the district seek to acquire the shuttered Kingsway Learning Center, the Haddonfield School District is gearing up for a new bond vote.
Girls Tennis preview, 2024: Big changes after NJSIAA reclassification
The NJSIAA released its updated team classifications for the state tournaments for this year and next on Monday. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
How the Camden City community is turning up the heat on school official Muhammad
Members of the Camden City community continued their crusade against school district advisory board President Wasim Muhammad on Tuesday night, creating chaos at a board meeting. Many of those who attended the meeting were visibly angry in a video recorded by FOX29 Philadelphia. They were seen and heard booing, yelling and even blowing whistles to disrupt Muhammad's address. ...
Vineland Mom Killed By Ex-BF In Murder-Suicide Days After 21st Birthday, Family Says
A GoFundMe page said Mary Rodriguez died just days after celebrating her 21st birthday. She was the mother of a two-year-old boy. The GoFundMe had raised more than $12,500 from at least 199 donations as of Wednesday, Aug. 28. "Mary was filled with hopes and dreams, embarking on a transformative...
A new era of Delsea football: Just the 3rd coach in 65 years, and no Wing-T
Jason Volpe went into his interview to become just the third head football coach in Delsea Regional High School history ready to make a bold declaration. If chosen as the next head coach, he wanted to change the offense. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
Rowan University welcomes largest freshman class ever
GLASSBORO, NJ (CBS) — Wednesday kicked off Welcome Week at New Jersey's Rowan University, and thousands of first-year students said goodbye to mom and dad as they got ready to experience college life.Freshman and their families filled shopping carts with clothes, containers and all the essentials and made their way inside Holly Pointe Commons, which is one of the many residence halls on campus."I'm very excited. I'm also very nervous, but I know it's going to be fun hopefully," said Taryn Johnson as she unloaded her trunk filled with boxes.Taryn Johnson and her twin sister, Caitlyn, are taking this big...
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