Westfield
LATEST NEWS
Speeding Ebike Rider Arrested in Hoboken: Multiple Charges
HOBOKEN, NJ — After Hoboken police stopped a man for speeding on a sidewalk on his ebike last week, they found out he was wanted in Jersey City for several offenses, police said.On September 16, around 1:15 p.m., an officer was at the intersection of Washington and Third Streets when he observed a man riding an e-bike on the sidewalk at a high rate of speed and stopped him. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERAccording to police, the man, later identified as Corey Lamont Cooke, 46, gave a fake name, then attempted to flee on the...
See all homes sold in Linden, Sept. 23 to Sept. 29
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Linden reported from Sept. 23 to Sept. 29. There were 12 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,326-square-foot home on West 16th Street in Linden that sold for $600,000. 1137...
Boulevard Veterinary Clinic Pet of the Week: Luke
KENILWORTH, NJ – Meet Luke Kenilworth's TAPinto Pet of the Week!Meet Luke! Luke is a 9-year-old Pomeranian Husky who was born in Maryland and soon became a member of the Randazzo family in 2016. Luke loves to go on walks, sit in the shade, and especially play in the snow during the wintertime. Luke enjoys smoked salmon, cheese, bbq chicken and peanut butter treats. He has the fluffiest white fur which makes you want to give many pets and cuddles, as well as laying behind you as a pillow. He enjoys sleeping but when the energy kicks in, he...
Relaxing massage spas opening 2 New Jersey locations
New Jersey, you look like you could use a nice massage. Goodness knows we’re stressed out enough that we need a chance to relax. Lucky for us, two The NOW Massage locations are opening up in the Garden State. According to their website ,. The NOW is designed to...
FDNY responds to ‘gas emergency’ on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Members of the FDNY responded to a “gas emergency” on Emerson Hill Tuesday afternoon, according to a spokesperson for the department. The FDNY received the emergency call just before noon for Milden Avenue, right near Ocean Terrace. If you purchase a product or...
See all homes sold in Monroe in Middlesex County, Sept. 23 to Sept. 29
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Monroe in Middlesex County reported from Sept. 23 to Sept. 29. There were 8 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,859-square-foot home on Galerie Court in Monroe Township that sold for $666,225.
Summit HS Gymnastics Finish 2nd at Raider Invitational
SUMMIT, NJ -- Led by Freshman Charlotte Lemkau, who won the All-Around with a 35.95, the Hilltoppers finished as the 2nd place team out of six with a 103.4 behind the host team, Hillsborough HS (107.5) on Saturday, September 28. Summit had a strong day overall, beating Hightstown (84.35), Old Bridge (93.05), East Brunswick (101.2) and South Plainfield (102.3). Lemkau was also 2nd on vault with a 9.3, 9th on bars with an 8.05, 2nd on beam with a 9.2 and won floor with a 9.4. Sophomore Caraline Delikaris also finished on the podium on vault 8th place (9.15), bars...
Adenah Bayoh is on a mission to reshape New Jersey housing
In the heart of Newark’s South Side, a five-story building is rising from the ground, its structure a testament to one woman’s journey from war-torn Liberia to the forefront of New Jersey’s affordable housing revolution. Adenah Bayoh, a 46-year-old entrepreneur and real estate developer, is not just constructing apartments; she’s building a blueprint for community transformation.
Local TV Legend Produce Pete to Visit Scotch Plains Farmers Market on Sat, Oct. 5
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – With over 70 years of experience in the produce industry, renowned fruit and vegetable expert, and TV personality "Produce Pete" Napolitano has appeared on NBC's Weekend Today in New York broadcast every Saturday morning for 30 years.This Saturday, Oct. 5, Produce Pete will visit our own local Scotch Plains Farmers Market, located next to the Municipal Building on Park Ave. in downtown Scotch Plains. He will talk with fans and will autograph copies of his new cookbook/memoir, They Call Me Produce Pete: Food, Memories, and Cherished Family Recipes from America's Favorite Expert...
Central Bucks Again Talking About Closing Linden Elementary School
DOYLESTOWN, PA—It looks like Linden Elementary School is back on the chopping block as the Central Bucks School District works on a plan to revamp its aging buildings.At a meeting last week, the district’s Operations Committee reviewed plans to tackle eight of the district’s 15 elementary school buildings. At a meeting last week, the district’s Operations Committee reviewed plans to tackle eight of the district’s 15 elementary school buildings. The eight schools discussed are Barclay, Buckingham, Doyle, Gayman, Kutz, Linden, Titus and Warwick.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER“We know these buildings are in bad shape,”...
Rabid Raccoon Reported in East Brunswick
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Middlesex County Office of Health Services is reporting that a raccoon tested positive for rabies in East Brunswick Middlesex County, in the vicinity of Frost Ave and Kings Rd. This is the fifth (5) rabid animal reported within Middlesex County for 2024 and the second (2) rabid animal reported in East Brunswick. The Middlesex County Office of Health Services continues to monitor rabies cases within the municipality. Residents should report wild animals showing signs of unusual behavior to the Police Department. Additionally, it is recommended that residents should avoid contact with wild animals and immediately report any bites from...
Madison Residents Can Receive 4 Free At Home Covid-19 Tests
NEW JERSEY - Get your free COVID-19 tests! Four to be exact. Every U.S. household is eligible to order four free at-home COVID-19 tests. "The tests will be completely free—there are no shipping costs and you don’t need to enter a credit card number," the site says. The tests will begin shipping out to residents the week of September 30. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERTo place your order, CLICK HERE For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Newark Schools Reading Scores Inch Up to 31% at Grade Level
NEWARK — Standardized test scores presented to the Board of Education last week show that 31.4% of all students in grades 3 through 9 were proficient in English language arts, marking an increase from the 29% of students reading at grade level the prior year.Of third graders, 23.4% were reading at grade level, up from 19% of students proficient, according to the New Jersey Student Learning Assessment (NJSLA) data presented by Rochanda Jackson, District Executive Director of the Office of Policy, Planning, Evaluation. Third-grade reading is a key milestone that predicts success in high school and beyond....
Rahway Kindergarteners Dive into the World of Apples
RAHWAY, NJ — Ms. Contreras’s kindergarten class at Roosevelt Elementary School recently concluded a week-long exploration of apples, a popular fall fruit!Throughout the week, students delved into the fascinating world of apples, learning about their parts, life cycle, and the journey from orchard to home. They discovered the difference between the stem, skin, flesh, core, and seeds, and traced the apple's growth from blossom to ripe fruit. Students also explored the concept of seasons, understanding how apple trees thrive in different climates and how their growth is influenced by the changing weather.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP...
Bottle Hill Day and the Madison Car Show Coming Saturday October 5
MADISON, NJ - Bottle Hill Day and the Madison Car Show will take place on Saturday, October 5. The 49th annual event will run from 10am - 5pm.According to organizers, the rain-or-shine street festival spans over six blocks with sidewalk sales, four stages with live music, three Amusement Areas, food, and 225+ vendors. There will be a Food Court on Cook Avenue, a Food Truck Court on Kings Road and other food vendors throughout the festival as well as a Beer Gardon.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe 29th Annual Madison Car Show...
City of Elizabeth Announces Bike Ride For Cancer Awareness
ELIZABETH, NJ - The City of Elizabeth invites residents to join them on a bike ride to support cancer awareness. It is free to participate. The City of Elizabeth, Mayor J. Christian Bollwage, and the Department of Health & Human Services are hosting a Night Ride 4 Life Cancer Awareness Ride on Sunday, October 20. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTERThe ride will take place at 50 Winfield Scott Plaza. The City of Elizabeth says preparation begins at 4:30 p.m. Start time is at 6:30 p.m. The ride will be 12 miles throughout the city. For more information, call 908-413-3504. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
A $15,000 grant will help families get autism services
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — CrimsonRIse. which serves non-speaking autistic childfen and adults, was awarded a $15,000 grant from the DeSantis Family Charitable Foundation to create scholarships so that non-speaking autistic children can receive Spelling to Communicate services. According to Lakshmi Rao Sankar, executive director at CrimsonRise, the three-year-old organization...
It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency:
Our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. As a platform hosting over 100,000 pieces of content published daily, we cannot pre-vet content, but we strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation.