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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.
Oily Rags Sparked 3-Alarm Newton House Fire: Investigators
Investigators believe the blaze that torched an unoccupied home in Newton on Wednesday, April 24, began when a container of oily rags burst into flames. Newtown firefighters were called to the 8 Central Ave. home at 11:30 a.m. after neighbors spotted smoking coming from the 2-and-a-half-story …
Sparta's Animal Control Officer Recognized for 23 Year Service to Community
SPARTA, NJ – The township’s animal control officer, Don Critchlaw was recognized at the township council meeting on Tuesday during Police Chief Jeff McCarrick’s report in honor of National Animal Control Officers Week. McCarrick said Critchlaw has served Sparta for 23 years so far, having a total of 33 years in the profession.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Critchlaw said, “It’s a great job.” He said one of his most interesting calls was to catch an alligator. Critchlaw said a homeowner “opened his barbecue and got a surprise,” a three-foot alligator. Critchlaw said they surmised it had gotten out of a residence where it was being kept. He said he put the alligator in a cat carrier and had to bring it home for the night because it was Sunday. New Jersey Fish and Wildlife picked it up and it is now residing at the Camden Aquarium he said.DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. McCarrick echoed Critchlaw’s sentiment; “He is invested because he loves his job.” For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Stroud Area Regional Police seeking help to locate missing 49-year-old woman
STROUD TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WOLF) — The Stroud Area Regional Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 49-year-old woman. According to Police, Lisa Ann Digiovanni was last seen Saturday around 2pm on Somerset Drive in East Stroudsburg. Digiovanni is described as a woman who is...
Freddy Awards 2024: Hackettstown rehearses ‘Amélie: Teen Edition’ (PHOTOS)
Hackettstown High School is one of the final Freddy Awards-eligible schools to put on its spring musical this year. The students will perform “Amélie: Teen Edition.”. Freelance photographer Max Blease was there to capture a few moments from Wednesday night’s dress rehearsal in preparation for their opening night on April 25.
Monroe County restaurant inspections for April 15-21
These establishments in Monroe County were inspected between April 15 and 21, according to Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture records. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture provides this disclosure: "Please remember that any inspection is a 'snapshot' of the day and time of the inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term cleanliness of an establishment. Also, at the time of the inspection, violations are recorded but are often corrected on site prior to the inspector leaving the establishment."
Feds require upgrades at wildlife center in the Poconos
MONROE COUNTY, Pa. — It's a busy time of year at the Wilderz at Pocono Wildlife near Stroudsburg. Volunteers are bottle-feeding baby rabbits and raccoons while also handling emergency calls. But recently, while updating permits through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, co-executive director Janine Tancredi says the center...
Halsted Middle School Student Receives 'Positive Ticket'
NEWTON, NJ—A Halsted Middle School student received a “Positive Ticket” from the Newton Police Department, the first one for April. According to Assistant Principal, Angela Dunbar, Tyler Marion received the positive ticket from School Resource Officer Justin Bellis. The ticket was awarded to Marion for his efforts in deescalating a conflict between fellow students on Thursday, April 11.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER According to the Newton Police Department, "Positive Ticketing Sussex County" was initiated by The Center for Prevention & Counseling and is used to reward children who are observed by police, engaging in positive behavior. Each ticket has been printed and donated by Minisink Press and comes with what is called a “posi token” that can be redeemed for an item at one of three participating local businesses: One free tall hot or iced coffee or iced tea from Starbucks A slice of pizza from Dominick’s A small fruit smoothie from The Nutrition Store. “We're incredibly proud to witness the positivity these students bring to our community and we're honored to recognize their efforts. Your dedication to kindness and good citizenship doesn't go unnoticed. Keep shining bright, students,” police department officials said. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Update: Frost advisory issued for Warren and Morris counties Thursday morning
On Thursday at 6:07 a.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated frost advisory in effect until 9 a.m. for Warren and Morris counties. The weather service states, "Temperatures as low as 36 degrees will result in frost formation." "Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops and other sensitive vegetation,"...
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