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Commissioners unveil new public health nursing facility to better assist Hunterdon County residents
FLEMINGTON, NJ (Hunterdon County) – The Board of County Commissioners hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony Friday celebrating the grand opening of the new Public Health Nursing Annex, located at 1 Walter E. Foran Boulevard, in Flemington. The new space offers expanded areas for clinical care and public health programming...
What are North Jersey's priciest ZIP codes? Here are the top five
For $22.5 million, you could buy Nascar legend Tony Stewart's 415-acre Hidden Hollow Ranch in Indiana, completed with a 8,700-gallon, two-story freshwater aquarium; a 1,500-gallon stream filled with a koi fish; a waterfall; and two separate buildings on the property for a guest house and a workshop. Or, for the...
Plainfield Celebrates Linward Cathcart, Harvey Judkins and the Anniversary of the Plainfield Avenue Pool
PLAINFIELD, NJ — In the late 1960s, Harvey Judkins was one of two Black councilmen on Plainfield's 11-member governing body. Plainfield was a Republican city at the time, and its business and political leaders were overwhelmingly members of the GOP, including Harvey Judkins, a successful businessman who owned a funeral home. During a tense era of political upheaval, including the 1967 uprising, Judkins and Everett Lattimore—who later became Plainfield's first Black mayor—were often tasked with articulating the dissent of the Black residents to their white, Republican colleagues.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Through the...
Registration Open for Piscataway's 1st Townwide Yard Sale
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Get ready to clean out the garage and attic and make some cash. Piscataway’s first Townwide Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, October 5th and Sunday, October 6th, rain or shine. The free event is presented by Councilmember Michele Lombardi and open to participants living in single-family residential homes. Residents may sign up to participate on Saturday only, Sunday only, or both days.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Participants will receive one additional mini-dump scan on their service card to discard any unsold and unwanted items. Sellers may also pick up one lawn sign from the Piscataway Mayor's Office in Town Hall to display on their front lawn approximately one week prior to the yard sale. The deadline to sign up is Friday, September 27th. For more information and to register, click HERE. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
PSE&G Continues Gas Main Upgrades and Road Repairs in Somerville
SOMERVILLE, NJ - PSE&G and contractor crews will continue working on the gas pipe replacement project the week of Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26. All work is weather permitting.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER - Installing main on Somer Drive between N. Gaston Avenue and Fieldstone Drive; - Continuing onto Nagle Drive and Schoolhouse Lane; - Working on tie-in pits on Codington Place along multiple intersections (Monday); - Installing gas main on Kirby Avenue between Haynes Street and Van Doren Avenue (Monday and Tuesday);DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. - Working on tie-in pits at Grove Street and William Street (Tuesday and Wednesday); - Installing main on N. Richards Avenue between E. Main Street and Hope Street (Wednesday to Friday); Contact the PSE&G Gas Construction customer hotline at 1-833-661-6400 or email GasWorks@PSEG.com. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Meet the Somerset County 4-H award recipients for 2024
Somerset County 4-H has named its 2024 award recipients. Outstanding Member recipients must have completed their junior year of high school and be active in the Somerset County 4-H program. Benbow has been working with 4-H for nine years, holding multiple officer positions and becoming the first recipient of the...
Carter Road Bridge Over Beden’s Brook to be Replaced
On or about July 29, 2024, Mercer County will begin the replacement of the bridge on Carter Road over Beden's Brook in Hopewell Township. This bridge is adjacent to St. Michael’s Preserve. The project is expected to take approximately 9 months, weather permitting. During this time Carter Road traffic will remain open to the traveling public, with alternating traffic control. There will be two 3-day periods when the road will be completely closed to traffic. Be sure to follow all posted detours and slow down in the work area for safety.
Elizabeth Student Participates In Rutgers STEM Ambassador Program
ELIZABETH, NJ - An Elizabeth student was among several from Union County to participate in Rutgers University’s 4-H STEM Ambassador Program. The event was held at Rutgers University in New Brunswick from July 8 through July 12. The program aims to train students to lead STEM activities and share their skills with their peers. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “As a proud public servant, I understand the importance of serving as a leader and making a positive impact in our community, and I commend these passionate students for their participation and for challenging themselves in order to make a difference,” said Union County Commissioner Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded. “I would like to also thank our partners in the New Jersey 4-H Program for their assistance in empowering these bright and talented young leaders. Their dedication gives hope for a more promising future ahead in Union County.” In total, seven students participated in the program including: Elizabeth: Maria Mendonca Hillside: Valerie AriasDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. South Plainfield: Josiah Philippe Plainfield: Immanuel Muhammed Westfield: Basil Glacken and Evan Roe New Providence: Anika Jolly For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Redevelopment of Seminary Site, Renovations of Historic Homes Headline Princeton's Municipal Agenda
Princeton, NJ – A half dozen properties in the western section of town are in the municipal spotlight this week. On Monday, July 22, Princeton Council will hold its public hearing on the ordinance to adopt a redevelopment plan for nearly five-acre site at the corner of Stockton Street and Hibben Road that formerly housed Princeton Theological Seminary housing and offices. The plan calls for as many as 238 units on the site, with 20 percent set aside as affordable units, as well as up to two more single-family detached houses to be located on the lot...
Berkeley Heights Board of Education Special Meeting Scheduled for Thursday, July 25
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The Board of Education has scheduled a Special Meeting for Thursday, July 25, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at Gov. Livingston High School, located at 175 Watchung Blvd, Berkeley Heights. The primary purpose of this Special Meeting is for the Board to vote on and discuss personnel resolutions.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER While there has not been a formal announcement regarding Athletic Director Ann Clifton's retirement or resignation, there is speculation that she has given her notice effective August 30. Notably, the district's website posted a...
Lego designer builds this NJ landmark, with hope Lego makes it into sets
◽ With enough support, could be reviewed for retail. A national landmark in New Jersey has been pitched as a Lego building set. Photos of the build have already attracted hundreds of supporters at the Lego Ideas website. Nassau Hall at Princeton University was built by the creator dubbed "Bricksmitherd,"...
Berkeley Heights Township Council Agenda: Honoring Community Members and Advancing Local Projects
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ – The upcoming Berkeley Heights Township Council meeting on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 features the recognition of distinguished community members and the discussion of key local projects. ProclamationsCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Laura Fuhro's Retirement: The council will honor Laura Fuhro for her remarkable 49-year tenure as the Children's Librarian. Fuhro has been a cornerstone of the community, fostering a love for reading and learning among generations of children. Click here for related article. Eagle Scouts Honored: Maria DiPasquale and Sofia Maciejewski will be recognized for obtaining their Eagle Scout rank....
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