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Yikes! 1 in 5 New Jerseyans turn to alcohol before these decisions
We have plenty of reasons to be stressed in New Jersey, and finances are definitely one of the bigger issues. Yeah, I’m looking at you, tolls and property taxes. A recent survey was put out by Card Rates that highlighted the number of New Jerseyans who turn to alcohol when making some of their bigger financial decisions.
Over Three Dozen New Jersey High School’s Get National Praise as ‘The Best’
As the back-to-school season quickly approaches, U.S. News and World Report released its ranking of the best high schools in the United States. New Jersey was amazing, with 37 schools acknowledged for being above average. This was quite the data crunch. U.S. News and World Report included 25,000 rankings, including...
Millburn Residents Read 37,537 Books During Library’s Summer Reading Contest, Plus Future Events
MILLBURN, NJ — The Millburn Free Public Library recently reported impressive statistics for its annual Summer Reading Contest. 1,199 readers read 37,537 books. Participants included:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER 921 kids 100 teens 178 adults Over the summer, the library hosted many interesting and fun activities for children, teens and adults, including the Second Annual Pride Celebration, live and virtual author visits, crafts, a Juneteenth celebration, a cybersecurity presentation, a Medicare presentation, a live concert series, hybrid events, the seed packet library, a class about cyanotype (solar printing), a pop-up at Liv Breads, an Aquatic Adventures program,...
UNLV Volleyball Triumphs Over Utah Tech in Exciting 5-Set Match
The UNLV volleyball team wrapped up their preseason with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Utah Tech in an exhibition match. After losing the first two sets, the Rebels rejuvenated their strategy and dominated the next three to secure the win. Key performances included Dakota Quinlan, who led with 20 kills, and Olivia Mikkelsen, who contributed 48 assists to enhance team performance. This match demonstrated the resilience of UNLV as they outscored Utah Tech significantly in the final sets. With this momentum, the Rebels gear up to host The Rebel Challenge next weekend.
Trio of First Half Goals Pace Navy in 3-2 Victory over FDU
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The Navy women's soccer team recorded its second home win in three days as the Mids (2-2) came out fast with two goals in the opening six minutes and three overall scores in the first half to pick up a 3-2 victory over a Fairleigh Dickinson squad that was voted second in the NEC preseason coaches' poll. Rylee Rives (Sr., Arlington, Texas) paced Navy's effort at the Glenn Warner Soccer Facility against FDU (0-2-1) with her first career two-goal game.
Chatham Be Positive Club Raises More than $20,000 for Pediatric Cancer Research with Third Annual 3v3 Basketball Tournament
CHATHAM, NJ -- The Chatham Be Positive (B+) Club held its third annual 3v3 basketball tournament on Saturday at the Garden Park courts and raised more than $20,000 for pediatric cancer research. Twenty teams competed in the 2024 Be Positive Club tournament, which has now raised more than $50,000 in three years.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Carly Bergstein, executive director of the B+ Foundation, speaks at the Chatham event on Saturday The Chatham B+ Club was started three years ago by Mark Pasacreta and a group of Chatham High students to raise money for...
Suspect arrested in the murder of popular NYC sneaker reseller ‘Upscale Cracc’
NEW YORK (PIX11)– A man was arrested Saturday morning in connection to the murder of “Upscale Cracc,” a popular sneaker reseller from New Jersey, officials said. Jayquan Straker, 35, of Poughkeepsie, was taken into police custody for allegedly killing 31-year-old Javier Osorio-Mejia, also known as ‘Upscale Cracc.’ Osorio-Mejia, a Bayonne resident and a well-known figure […]
Bloomfield Police Launch 'Cops in Crosswalks' Initiative
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- To enhance public awareness of pedestrian safety and minimize injuries and fatalities, the Bloomfield Police Department will intensify enforcement against drivers who fail to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. The "Cops in Crosswalks" initiative will be implemented across the township. Undercover officers will act as pedestrians in crosswalks, and any driver observed not stopping will be reported to their colleagues in nearby patrol cars for a traffic stop.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER With the new school year underway, the "Cops in Crosswalks" campaign will place extra emphasis on unsafe driving in school zones throughout the community. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Montessori school wins year extension on ‘Charlie Brown’s’
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—Apple Montessori Schools, which plans to construct an early childhood education school at 95 Linwood Ave., prominent site of a defunct Charlie Brown’s restaurant, was granted a one-year extension of the Zoning Board’s 2023 approval of its amended site plan application. The board on Aug....
Old Tappan won’t throw in with proposed ‘four-town’ ambulance service study
PASCACK VALLEY—Following discussion at its Aug. 19 meeting, the Old Tappan Borough Council decided not to participate in a planned four-town study of joint ambulance services. However, the mayor emphasized that they remain committed to increasing daytime coverage for the local ambulance corps. Old Tappan’s decision leaves three neighbors—Hillsdale,...
Wayne Mayor Explains Tax Increases on Recently Mailed Tax Bills
WAYNE, NJ – Residents have received their property tax bills from the township recently, and some may have noticed an increase that may have seemed more than expected. Mayor Chris Vergano brought this up during this past council meeting, saying he was “trying to figure out how,” his taxes increased by about $600 and asked Heather McNamara, the township CFO, to break it all down. Here’s what was discussed regarding taxes during the meeting…CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “Everybody’s taxes went up approximately four percent,” Vergano said, then put up a slide on...
Women rally for charity at Garden Party
WESTWOOD—The Garden Party, held on Aug. 15, is a members’ social event founded by The Contemporaries committee of GFWC/NJSFWC The Woman’s Club of Westwood. This midsummer gathering offers an opportunity to wine and dine in a backyard setting while celebrating the club’s largest beneficiaries—organizations that received donations throughout the club year.
Michigan Deli Athletes of the Week: Dilan Jacqueney and Christopher Giorella
KENILWORTH, NJ – Dilan Jacqueney and Christopher Giorella have been named this week’s Athletes of the Week. Dilan is going to be a sixth-grader at Harding Elementary and is currently an all-star cheerleader at Central Jersey All-Stars in Kenilworth and has been an All-Star Cheerleader for over eight years. She will also be playing flag football this year. Next to competitive cheerleading and football, she loves to play volleyball. This past season as an All-Star Cheerleader was one for the record books for Dilan. Her team, CJA Bombsquad, travels all over the country, and won the D1 Summit...
Newark Restaurant Fined $168K For Failing To Pay Workers In Overtime
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Swahili Village Bar and Grill in Newark willfully failed to pay 84 servers, cooks, and bussers overtime pay when they worked more than 40 hours in a workweek, in violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act. “Restaurant industry workers too often fall victim...
Jersey City Pride Festival celebrates LGBTQ communities and allies
JERSEY CITY, N.J. (PIX11) – Jersey City Pride is on display. The 23rd Anniversary Jersey City LGBTQ Pride Festival on Newark Avenue celebrates the diversity of the LGBTQ communities and allies of Hudson County and the New York City Metropolitan area. Last year’s Pride Month festival attracted an estimated 25,000 attendees, showcasing its position as […]
Nutley Restaurant and Foodie Week Continues at the Hudson Rose. Dinner Tonight?
NUTLEY, NJ - Continue to celebrate Nutley Restaurant Week at The Hudson Rose with dinner tonight, or perhaps lunch this week? Guests can enjoy $30 2-Course Lunch Prix Fixe, and $45 3-Course Dinner Prix Fixe (not available Fri/Sat Dinner).CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Hudson Rose is located at 238 Franklin Ave. Nutley. The main entrance faces Nutley Municipal Lot No. 1, near Bosphorus. Special Restaurant Week Prix Fixe Menus are attached in the photo carousel. The Nutley Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Township of Nutley Department of Public Affairs and Health, presents Restaurant & Foodie Week – Monday, August 19 to Thursday, August 29, 2024. The event showcases local eateries to township residents and to diners in surrounding towns ready to experience the diverse and delicious options in town.DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Diners enjoy specials and discounts offered specifically for Restaurant Week as they explore the wide range of cuisines that comprise our vibrant food scene. Related Article: Nutley Chamber of Commerce Restaurant Week is Going To Be Special - Enjoy specials from local eateries Aug 19-29. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Flames shoot up in the air near Pier 83 in Hell's Kitchen
Flames shot up more than 20 feet into the air in Hell's Kitchen.Firefighters were called to the fire on W. 44th Street near 11th and 12th Avenues near Pier 83 on Saturday just after 4 p.m.There is no word yet on what caused the fire.The fire was extinguished and no injuries were reported.ALSO READ | From Tel Aviv to New York City, NYPD confronts threat of drone attacksJosh Einiger reports on a detective who is the eyes and ears of the NYPD in Israel.----------* Get Eyewitness News Delivered * More Manhattan news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts * Follow us on YouTube Submit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
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