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Body found floating in N.J river is ID’d by cops
State Police have identified the body found floating in a river in Middlesex County earlier this month as a 45-year-old Edison man. Reynaldo Salcedo-Tavarez was located around 7:40 a.m. on Aug. 8 near where the Raritan River and South River meet in East Brunswick, a spokesman said. State Police declined...
Missing for Nearly 80 Years at Iwo Jima, Marine from New Jersey to Be Laid to Rest
Pvt. George Coe Browning is finally coming home. Nearly 80 years after the Marine went missing in action during the bloody invasion of Iwo Jima, the former Bergen County resident will be laid to rest Monday in Englewood's Brookside Cemetery alongside his mother. A Marine Honor Guard and his lone surviving relatives will honor his memory at the grave.
Bergen County school district adds crossing guard post, seeks applicants
ALLENDALE — A crossing guard will be added to the George Street intersection with Hillside Avenue this fall to help students walking to and from the borough's three schools. Police Chief Michael T. Dillon announced Friday that the side street east of Hillside School will have its own crossing guard beginning Sept. 4....
Secaucus Shooting Range Dispute: Patron and Employee Involved in Altercation, One Accused of Pointing Gun
Secaucus, NJ – On the evening of August 17, 2024, at approximately 9:14 PM, the Secaucus Police Department was dispatched to Long Shot, a popular bar located at 375 County Avenue, following reports of a heated dispute between a patron and an employee. The situation escalated when one of the involved parties allegedly pointed a firearm at the other.
Roof collapse at Newark apartment building forces residents to evacuate
NEWARK, N.J. (PIX11) – A roof collapsed at an apartment building in Newark, forcing residents to evacuate to less-than-ideal circumstances Sunday night. The incident happened at an apartment building at 333 Park Ave. as a strong storm dropped heavy rain on the tri-state area. Water poured into the apartment building after the roof collapsed. Videos […]
Fire Hydrant Maintenance Starting Monday Night In Verona
VERONA, NJ - The Township of Verona Public Works will be conducting maintenance on fire hydrants for three weeks starting Monday, through Thursday, September 5. Hydrant flushing will take place between the hours of 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., Monday through Thursday. The Township of Verona says residents may experience brown water or low water pressure during these times. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER To counteract this, the Township of Verona says to run your cold water for about five minutes. For more information, please contact the Township of Verona at (973) 239-3220. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Paramus Proposing Purchase of New Fire Truck as Part of $8.9M Expenditure
PARAMUS, NJ - The borough is proposing an $8.9 million bond ordinance to obtain a new fire engine and new vehicles, among other items. The council is holding a public hearing on the matter on August 21 at 6 p.m. at Borough Hall, 1 Jockish Square.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The bond ordinance is for the purpose of "making various public improvements," which includes the fire truck and vehicles in addition to new and replacement equipment, and new information technology equipment. Grants are part of the proposed expenditure total, according to the item on the council's agenda. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Diesel & Duke Reopens: Same Smashed Burgers, New Location
Attention, Diesel & Duke fans! Your favorite spot for smashed burgers, hand-cut fries, fried Oreos, and milkshakes is back in business. The burger shop reopens today at its new address, 20 Church Street from 4 to 8 p.m. Montclair native David Cusumano launched his first Diesel & Duke in New...
New Name, Same Celebration: Bayonne to Host Italian Heritage Parade
BAYONNE, NJ - The City of Bayonne will play host once again to a Columbus Day Parade this year, just under a different name. , “We decided not to call it a Columbus Day Parade in order to avoid controversy,” Councilman Neil Carroll said.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Instead, Bayonne's Italian Heritage Parade will take place on Sunday Oct. 20, leading marchers along Avenue C from 56th Street to Devlin Drive, where a post parade party featuring live music, food, drinks, and raffles will be held at the Masonic Lodge. Columbus, who has historically been credited with discovering America in 1492, has come under fire for questions revolving around the impact of his journeys on Native Americans. While supporters of the explorer's accomplishments believe the criticism to be historically inaccurate, there has been a stigma connected with celebrating them in such a public fashion. For Italian Americans, Columbus remains a hero, and Columbus Day has been a celebration of Italian culture. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Maplewood is having an outdoor movie night, but its kind of a protest
It sounds like pure fun. Oh, and it will be. The backyard movie night planned for Maplewood on September 7 is more than just a good time. It’s kind of a demand and a bit of a protest. Maplewood used to have a movie theater. Now they have none....
GR Police Blotter: August 12 – August 18, 2024
During the period between August 12, 2024, through August 18, 2024, members of the GRPD handled 347 calls for service, the highlights of which included:. 10:05 AM – A Glen Rock resident reported being notified that a Synchrony American Eagle credit account had been fraudulently opened in their name. Person(s) unknown had used the complainant’s date of birth, Social Security number, and maiden name to open the account which had $750 charged to it. The bank was immediately notified, and the account was closed. The matter was referred to the Detective Bureau for review.
Resignations Shake Newark’s Landmarks Commission After Penn Station Controversy
Two Newark preservationists have resigned from a city commission over a controversial project at Penn Station. Richard Partyka, who spent the last seven years protecting the city’s historic buildings as chair of the Landmarks and Historic Preservation Commission, stepped down. A few days later, he was followed by the vice chair Susana Holguin-Veras. The absence of leadership has left the commission in limbo – their last meeting was in April.
Store Employee Assaulted with Chair Over Sandwich Price
MONTCLAIR, NJ - An employee at the Mission Mart on Mission Street reported an altercation with a customer that escalated into violence. According to the police, the August 6 incident began when a man entered the store and ordered a sandwich. A verbal dispute ensued between the man and the employee over the price of the sandwich. The situation escalated further when the man started placing various items into his pockets and attempted to leave the store without paying.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER When the employee tried to prevent him from leaving, the suspect became aggressive, striking the employee multiple times in the head with his fists and a chair. The employee was later treated by Montclair EMS for his injuries. The suspect fled the scene before authorities arrived. He was described by police as a male wearing a white t-shirt and red shorts. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the local police department. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Grandmother Kills Ex-Daughter-In Law From NJ In Twisted Murder-Suicide: Reports
A 45-year-old New Jersey native and Westchester County, NY middle school teacher was shot and killed by her ex-husband's 65-year-old mother, who then turned the gun on herself in New York City, multiple news outlets say.Marisa Galloway — who hails from Wildwood, NJ and worked as a special education…
Man Critical After Hit By Motorcycle in West New York That Fled Scene: Prosecutor
At 3:40 p.m., West New York police responded to a report of a pedestrian struck by a motorcycle on Bergenline Avenue and 57th Street and found the victim with life-threatening injurie, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez said. The occupant of the motorcycle fled the scene on foot, Suarez said. The...
Protect Your Home: How Burglars In New Jersey Are Outsmarting Security Systems
😮 Terrifying new trend in home burglaries in New Jersey. 😮 Burglars are using new tech to stop you calling for help. 😮 Burglars can also wirelessly disable security cameras. A rise in high-end car thefts is driving a similar increase in home invasions as car thieves...
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