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Test calling ISIS terrorists sparks trouble for NJ school superintendent
WAYNE — Parents are holding a school superintendent's feet to the fire after he apologized for a test question that called ISIS an Islamic terror group. The multiple choice question was part of a quiz in a seventh-grade class at Schuyler-Colfax Middle School in Wayne, according to the group Teaching While Muslim.
New Jersey shelters offer $50 adoption fees for dogs
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) – Three New Jersey animal shelters are hoping to find loving homes for dogs at their shelter by offering $50 adoption all weekend long, Associated Humane Societies announced on Friday. “Adopting an adult dog comes with numerous benefits,” read a statement provided by AHS. Adult dogs are typically past the puppy stage, […]
Family Celebrates NJ’s Longest Married Couple
HOWELL – Imagine a Marine veteran, a chance encounter in Jersey City, and nearly eight decades of unwavering love. What’s the result? An unforgettable anniversary party celebrating 75 years of marriage!. Lou and Gloria Parisi of Loch Arbour recently toasted their diamond-golden anniversary at the Howell home of...
Celebrated NJ township official stole recreation permit fees, cops say
BRICK — An award-winning recreation director has been charged with stealing municipal fees. Daniel Santaniello, 46, of Brick, asked private organizations that pay township facility permit fees to pay him directly in cash instead of paying the township, investigators said/. Santaniello pocketed the cash and issued fraudulent receipts to...
Beloved N.J. Indian restaurant known for insanely spicy curry is closing for good
A popular Indian restaurant that is home to New Jersey’s spiciest curry is closing one of its locations after 15 years of business. Brick Lane Curry House announced via social media on Monday its Montclair outpost will shutter for good on July 21. The eatery, located at 540 Valley Rd. in the Upper Montclair business district, was beloved for its British-style curries and became a staple of the highly competitive Montclair dining scene. It was recently named among the 11 best restaurants in Montclair by NJ.com.
Former Flyers goalie puts Haddonfield, NJ, house back on the market
Former Flyers goaltender Ilya Bryzgalov's Haddonfield house is back on the market. The luxurious 8,600-square foot house features five bedrooms and seven bathrooms, a wine cellar and a 19-foot-tall fireplace. Asking price?. $3.4 million. Here is the description from the Zillow listing:. Welcome to 401 Loucroft Rd, a unique blend...
NJ Little League baseball State Tournament: Schedule, scores, updates
Four Little League baseball teams in New Jersey are vying to take a big step toward punching their ticket to Williamsport. The state tournament for Little League Baseball U12 will begin Wednesday (July 24). The double elimination tournament will be held at Freehold Township Little League (65 Georgia Rd). Four teams left from the state have kept their summer alive; the tournament winner will head to regionals to represent the state of New Jersey in Bristol, Connecticut. Teams that emerge regionals will head to the Little League World Series.
Morris, Essex landlords broke law with limits on emotional support animals, NJ says
Apartment complexes in Parsippany, Verona and four other New Jersey towns likely violated the rights of residents to keep emotional support animals, the state Attorney General's Office said this week, in an announcement that highlighted new legal protections for people with disabilities. Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced his office had...
Water utility issues mandatory alert for 2 NJ counties
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP — New Jersey American Water has issued an alert to conserve water in two counties as the utility conducts emergency repairs. The company said Sunday around 4:45 p.m. that it was repairing a 36-inch valve at the Jumping Brook Water Treatment Plant in Neptune Township. Between the...
Charles Barkley stops by Haddonfield, NJ, Bar
Sir Charles Barkley spent eight seasons playing for the Philadelphia Sixers. During his time with the Sixers, he made six All-Star games, was named to the All-NBA first-team four times and was second-team three times. With Philadelphia he averaged 23.3 points, 11.6 rebounds, and 3.7 assists in 610 games played.
EHT Family Needs Help for Adopted Son Born Drug-Addicted
There is a charity ice hockey game this Sunday to support Cameron Walterson, a 13-year-old Egg Harbor Township boy who is undergoing mental health treatment for traumas he suffered as a child in foster care. The game featuring Atlantic County Police & Fire vs. New Jersey's Strongest is at 1:30...
Cooper Health Making Big Investment in Atlantic & Cape May, NJ
In an exclusive on-air interview with George Norcross, the Chairman of Cooper University Health Care’s Board of Trustees … held on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 … Mr. Norcross confirmed for the first time that Cooper University Health Care will be making a $ 500,000,000 investment in Atlantic and Cape May counties in New Jersey.
Recycling Worker Saves Oil-Covered Kitten From Trash Compactor, Hammonton Pet Rescue Says
Rise Again Animal Rescue said Mark Motta was on his recycling route with the Burlington County Regional Recycling Program when he found the female kitten covered in oil in his waste compactor. The Hammonton nonprofit posted about the kitten now named Squishy on Facebook on Thursday, July 18. The rescue...
Here’s When Spirit Halloween’s 2024 Season Starts in Egg Harbor Twp., NJ
Spirit Halloween has announced when it will reopen its flagship store in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey for the 2024 Spooky Season!. If you dreaded the end of spooky season last year and only just bear to suffer spring and summer until the next one arrives, Spirit Halloween’s giving you something to look forward to.
Camden County sees major drop in fatal drug overdoses so far this year
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Leaders and public health experts in Camden County, New Jersey hope that their efforts to address the devastating addiction and opioid crisis are starting to pay off. Camden...
Burlington County Parks System Holding 3-Part Crankie Theater Workshop Starting This Weekend
EASTAMPTON, NJ — The Burlington County Parks System will be holding a unique three-part workshop centered on Crankie Theater beginning this weekend. Crankie Theaters are pre-cinematic storytelling devices in which a long, illustrated scroll is wound onto two spools, which are then loaded into a box with a viewing window. The scroll is then hand-cranked while the story is told, a song is sung or a tune is played. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Parks System's three-party DIY Crankie Theater Workshop is being held on three Sundays — July 21, July 28 and August...
Aqua Pennsylvania Secures $77.5 Million for Infrastructure Overhaul
BRYN MAWR, PA — Aqua Pennsylvania has secured $77.5 million in low-interest loans from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to upgrade aging infrastructure. This funding aims to replace old water mains and install new fire hydrants across several counties over the next three years. The projects, funded by...
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