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Woodbridge Woman Goes to Prison for COVID Fraud Scheme
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — A federal judge sentenced a woman from the Keasbey section to 24 months in prison for her role in a conspiracy to swindle the government out of more than $400,000 in COVID-19 unemployment benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger said. U.S. District Judge Robert Kirsch sentenced 42-year-old Yanira Abreu on May 9 after she pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, a lesser charge than she initially faced.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER In addition to the prison term, Judge Kirsch sentenced Abreu to two years of supervised...
NYPD: Teens stab and rob man, 28, on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A group of teens stabbed and robbed a man in St. George on Tuesday night, police said. The 28-year-old man told police that he was approached by a group of teens in the vicinity of Hamilton Avenue and St. Marks Place just before 9:15 p.m., according to a spokeswoman for the NYPD.
100 from NJ Music Community Unite for Mental Health Song
In a powerful display of unity, nearly 100 members of New Jersey's music community have come together to release a song and video titled Jersey for Mental Health to raise money for the Mental Health Association in New Jersey. The collaborative effort, spearheaded by 23-year-old Berkley Heights resident John Pullara, aims to break the stigma around mental illness and provide a message of hope and support to people who live with anxiety, depression and other emotional health challenges.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The song and video were released on May 1, kicking off...
Middlesex County's Plays-in-the-Park returns this summer with three musicals
Plays-in-the-Park will return this summer to the stage at the Stephen J. Capestro Theatre at Roosevelt Park in Edison with three musicals – "Beauty and the Beast," "In the Heights" and "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum." "Beauty and the Beast," which will run from June 19-29, tells the story of Belle who stumbles upon a castle, and comes face to face with the Beast – who is actually a prince placed under...
NYPD: Boy, 15, reported missing from Port Richmond
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The NYPD is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 15-year-old boy from Port Richmond who was reported missing. Armando Acevedo Solano was last seen leaving his Lexington Avenue residence on Wednesday at around 2:45 p.m., according to a statement from the NYPD’s Deputy Commissioner of Public Information.
Want to open a restaurant? This Middlesex County strip mall is making it easy
Usually, new restaurant owners have to do the work modernizing a space themselves. But one Middlesex County strip mall is making it easy. The former home of Café Mario in Helmetta's Sutton Plaza has been revamped to prepare the space for the next restaurant. The location at 2 Old...
Middlesex County Plays-in-the-Park Unveils Lineup for the 2024 Summer Season
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ – Middlesex County Plays-in-the-Park returns this summer to the stage at the Stephen J. Capestro Theatre in Edison, presenting three beloved musicals: Beauty and the Beast, In the Heights, and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. “The cultural vibrancy of Middlesex County reaches new heights with the exceptional summer productions of Plays-in-the-Park,” said Director of the Board of County Commissioners Ronald G. Rios. “With three phenomenal shows lined up this year, we invite all County residents to immerse themselves in a season of captivating live performances. On behalf of the Board of County Commissioners, we encourage everyone to...
Kranz to Run Police Department After Bramhall’s Departure
FANWOOD — Police Director Michael Bramhall has resigned his position in order to take a position with the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office. Lieutenant Dan Kranz will now be the officer-in-charge of the department and will be tasked with overseeing its day-to-day operations. Councilwoman Patricia Walsh announced Mr. Bramhall’s...
Edison residents facing tax increase in 2024 proposed budget
EDISON – A $175.9 million municipal budget for 2024 which increases the township tax rate by 2.52 percent was recently introduced by the Township Council. The budget was unanimously introduced at the May 8 meeting during which Council President Nishith Patel was absent. Councilman Richard Brescher indicated he planned to meet with the township business administrator to discuss some questions.
Eye-Catching Mexican: Taco de Ojo Taqueria Opens in Westfield
WESTFIELD, NJ — A bright and whimsical addition to Westfield’s culinary scene, Taco de Ojo Taqueria has opened downtown with an assortment of tacos, burritos, salsa and more. Currently offering soft-opening hours of 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, the Mexican restaurant opened its doors May 12.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Taco de Ojo, which literally means “eye tacos” in Spanish, is a slang term for eye candy, explained Dan Chung, a partner in the restaurant with Vaughn Nunez. “The expression means beautiful, so we wanted a very eye-catching presentation. After all, we...
Michael Gelormini Sworn-in as Probationary Police Officer
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Borough Council appointed Michael Gelormini as Probationary Police Officer at the Tuesday, May 14 meeting. Mayor Al Morgan officiated the swearing-in ceremony. He also recognized Police Week, May 12-18, and led a moment of silence for those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Additionally, he expressed gratitude to all of the borough’s first responders, including the police, Volunteer Fire Department, Emergency Squad and Department of Public Works employees. With regard to other news a group of high and middle school students appeared before the council...
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