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N.J. AG ‘coerced’ my resignation amid misconduct probe, ousted county prosecutor says
The now-former Warren County prosecutor, ousted three weeks ago over a misconduct probe, says his resignation was “coerced” by New Jersey’s attorney general in a “preplanned and orchestrated” takeover, insisting he is still legally the county’s top prosecutor. That claim comes as a group...
2.9 magnitude earthquake strikes New Jersey
A small 2.9 magnitude earthquake rattled New Jersey on Saturday morning, just three weeks after a more forceful 4.8 quake hit the Garden State and surrounding regions. The natural phenomenon hit near Tewksbury this morning at around 9:49 a.m., according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Tewksbury is located in Hunterdon County, which is about 35 miles west of New York City.
Up In Smoke: Phillipsburg Man and Five Others Charged in Raw Pot Ring in Warren County
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - An eight-month investigation resulted in the search and seizure of $20,000 and suspected raw marijuana at a series of smoke shops in Hackettstown. Canna Campus, Good Luck Vapes, Smokey Bear, and Mom N Pops CBD Wellness Shops in Hackettstown were subject to a search warrant which revealed $20,000 in US currency, suspected raw marijuana and suspected cannabinoid-infused products in various forms.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Law enforcement identified Michael Scardigno, 33, of Phillipsburg, who is now charged with third-degree possession of a controlled dangerous substance with the intent to distribute...
VA is Bringing Vet Center to Warren County and Northwestern New Jersey
Warren County, NJ – The federal Veterans Administration (VA) has announced they are establishing a Vet Center Outstation in Hackettstown and a Vet Center Community Access Point in Morristown. These developments come after a significant effort from local leaders. Assemblywoman Fantasia, formerly a Sussex County Board of Commissioners member, supported a resolution in 2021 urging the creation of a Vet Center in Northwestern New Jersey. Similarly, Senator Space, previously an Assembly member, sponsored a nearly identical resolution (ACR22) in 2022 that passed both legislative houses unanimously. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “It has been...
10 most expensive homes sold in Warren County, April 15-21
A house in Phillipsburg that sold for $790,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Warren County in the past week. In total, 29 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $356,483. The average price per square foot ended up at $197.
Phillipsburg Sets the Standard for Inclusion Nation: Our High School You Will Be Forever
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - With the third year running, the Phillipsburg School District ended Inclusion Week by walking the halls of PHS with buddies and the sounds of the Phillipsburg Band and students throughout the halls. Teacher Karen Stangl told us that for this year’s program, over 400 students and 200+ teachers, administrators, and staff participated. Inclusion week kicked off April 15 and ended April 19. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “This is great for the community and great for the school,” Principal Kyle Rovi said. “It’s great for our culture here. Everybody together, we’re better....
6 charged in Pa. burglary ring that’s gone on for nearly 20 years
Six people are facing multiple felony charges for their roles in an alleged burglary ring, which authorities say operated for nearly two decades and targeted several homes throughout Northampton and Lehigh counties and beyond. The Lehigh County District Attorney’s Office held a news conference Friday afternoon announcing the charges filed...
Man accused of $10,000 retail theft at Best Buy
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are searching for a suspect who they say stole $10,000 worth of items from Best Buy in Monroe County. On February 28, the Stroud Area Regional Police Department responded to a retail theft at Best Buy on Radio Drive in Stroud Township. Police say the theft involved a man who […]
Phillipsburg Athletic Hall Of Fame Ceremony to Honor 2024 Inductees
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Nine former outstanding athletes, a state championship team, and one of the most accomplished teams ever assembled comprise the 2024 class of the Phillipsburg High School Athletic Hall of Fame on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at the Phillipsburg High School Auditorium The fourth class was announced at a meeting of the Garnet Booster Club Foundation at the Gloria A. Decker Senior Center last year. It includes the 1983 state champion boys basketball team, the 1970 wrestling team, two-time state wrestling champion Sid Fowler, All-State football players George Hummer and Justin Viscomi; pioneering girl’s field...
Lehigh Valley food safety inspections: Remove the cat (and cat urine); potatoes, shrimp on the floor; flan not cold, sauce not hot
Here are the food safety inspection reports from Lehigh and Northampton counties, conducted the week of April 14. Each week, we highlight the inspection reports provided through the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. The department performs the inspections in many areas, while some municipalities such as Allentown and Bethlehem conduct their own inspections. All establishments are ...
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