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Bloomingdale Police Department: Traffic Alert
BLOOMINGDALE, NJ - Bloomingdale Police Department is alerting the community of increased traffic on May 27th. On May 27th, the town of Bloomingdale and Butler will be having a Memorial Day Parade beginning at 9 AM. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Due to the parade, Union Ave and Reeve Ave will be closed to vehicle traffic from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM. "Join us next Monday for the Memorial Day Parade starting at 8:30 AM at Sloan Park on Main Street," stated the Bloomingdale Police Department. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Sparta Township Council Votes to Prohibit Short Term Rentals
SPARTA, NJ – After debate that took several meetings with hours of public comments, petitions and letters from each side of the issue, the Sparta Township Council passed Ordinance 24-04 prohibiting “short term rentals of residential properties.” Mayor Neill Clark, Deputy Mayor Dean Blumetti, Councilman Dan Chiarello and Councilwoman Christine Quinn voted yes. Councilman Josh Hertzberg voted no.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The ordinance restricts owners of “single family detached dwellings” from renting their property for less than 28 days. The ordinance prohibits advertising a property to be rented for less than 28...
Dog dies after multiple bear attacks reported in New Jersey
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) — Police in the Sparta Township are warning neighbors to watch out for bears after there were two separate bear attacks on dogs last week. Both dogs were injured in the attacks – one later died. Police are reminding residents to make noise when walking in an area where bears could be […]
Amid Rising Rates of Food and Housing Insecurity, United Way of Passaic County Awards nearly $300,000 in Grant Funding For Emergency Food and Shelter Providers
PATERSON, NJ — United Way of Passaic County (UWPC) has announced the investment of $288,138 in funding to Emergency Food and Shelter Providers. The United Way of Passaic County administers the program which is funded by FEMA. The funding supports emergency services which are especially critical given the high rate of inflation and rising food and housing costs. “United Way of Passaic County convenes, collaborates, and invests to advance equitable outcomes for residents in the impact areas of health, education, and financial empowerment. We partner with organizations in the community to provide needed and impactful services to the...
Baseball: Morris/Sussex Top 10 rankings ahead of state tournament
Final power points have been tallied and it's time for the state tournament. Now it's time to shift attention to the NJSIAA playoffs, which get underway on Wednesday for non-public teams and Thursday for public schools. Ahead of the playoffs, here are the final Morris/Sussex Top 10 rankings of the regular season. ...
Newton Softball Team Bests Morristown-Beard
NEWTON, NJ—The Newton High School softball team won 9-5 over Morristown-Beard when they played them away on Thursday, May 16. The Braves came out strong, matching the two runs Morristown-Beard put on the board in the first inning. They then took the lead 6-5 at the end of the third, and finally took the victory by adding three more runs in the fourth.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Jaida Long went 3-for-3 at bat with two doubles, a single and three RBIs. Catherine Vena went 3-for-3 at bat with a single, two home runs,...
Baseball: Surging Roosevelt rallies over Minisink Valley in Section 9 quarterfinals
Kory VanZandt can admit now that, a month ago, he wouldn’t have even allowed himself to imagine his team possibly contending for a championship. It wouldn’t have seemed realistic then. Not after the Franklin D. Roosevelt baseball team, three years removed from a playoff appearance, opened this season...
Roxbury Pastor Promises to Not Win Upcoming Cornhole Tournament
ROXBURY, NJ – Redeemer Lutheran Church Senior Pastor Tom Kildea is a man of faith, except when it comes to his team’s chances of winning the Succasunna church’s upcoming cornhole tournament fundraiser. The event is scheduled to take place rain or shine on June 1 at the church on Eyland Avenue. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “I’ll be playing, too,” Kidea said. “There is no danger of my team winning; I’m not very good.” But Kildea’s professed lack of cornhole skill should not dissuade from signing up those who have a knack for the sport. The...
Sussex commissioner candidates debate school aid, COVID relief, bad cell service at forum
SPARTA — Lowering taxes, increasing cooperation between the county's college and technical school and eliminating "dead spots" in internet and cell coverage in Sussex County were among the topics Thursday discussed during a forum of candidates seeking the Republican line in November's election for county commissioner. The event at the Sussex County Technical...
Sparta Little League Challenger Division Baseball Starts 2024 Season with Fanfare and Full Rosters
SPARTA, NJ – Sparta Little League Challenger Division baseball teams started their season with great fanfare. The Sparta High School marching band performed. The first pitch was thrown by Pope John senior Jake Holdwright, the 2023 “Buddy of the Year.” Sparta Police Department had several officers on deck and there was popcorn and snow cones for the fans at Ungerman Field. "We cannot thank the coaches Shannon Benson and Faith Kelly enough for their support. The buddies also play an incredible role in this league, thank you for their enthusiasm and commitment," division organizers Stacey and Scott Grecco...
Calling All Miss Newton, Little Miss Newton, Little Mister Newton Contestants
NEWTON, NJ - The crowning of the 2024 Town of Newton royalty will be held on Saturday, June 8 at 10:30 a.m. at the Town of Newton Municipal building. The annual spring Miss Newton, Little Miss Newton and Little Mr. Newton contest registration is open. Applications must be received by the Newton Recreation Department by noon on June 3. Miss NewtonCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Applicants for Miss Newton must be between 17 and 21-years-old on August 3, 2024 to meet Queen of the Fair eligibility requirements. Contestants must also be available on...
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