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These North Jersey Pools Offer Day Passes To Non-Residents
Cool off at North Jersey pools, many of which are now open for the season. Here's which ones offer day-passes to non-residents:. Bogota: Day passes offered to Bergen County residents only at $15 per person. Check the website for hours. Darlington State Park, Mahwah: Bergen County adults can enter for...
Social Security latest COLA update for 2025 increase means bad news
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- The roughly 70 million Americans who receive Social Security benefits are expected to see the smallest bump in their monthly checks since before the pandemic. Each year, Social Security benefits are subject to an annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) based on inflation rates to ensure that monthly...
Westfield’s Memorial Day Parade Canceled; Service to be Held Indoors
WESTFIELD, NJ — Due to inclement weather, Westfield’s Memorial Day parade has been canceled, officials announced Monday morning. There will be an indoor Memorial Day service at 10 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 1 East Broad St., the announcement said. All are welcome to attend. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Rain, thunderstorms pummel NY, NJ on Memorial Day
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Memorial Day will bring storms with heavy rains and cloudy skies to New York and New Jersey Monday. Rain and thunderstorms will move through the region toward the evening, and a severe thunderstorm watch was in effect for New York City and New Jersey through 9 p.m. Monday.
Bayonne Memorial Day Parade Honors Veterans, Reflects on Sacrifice of Those That Gave All
BAYONNE, NJ - General Douglas MacArthur once said that old soldiers don't die, they just fade away. Thanks to local officials, and recreation director Pete Amodeo, MacArthur was proven wrong in Bayonne where a number of Memorial Day ceremonies, including a parade, took place.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER In recent years the city took over the task of organizing the annual parade, relieving many of the aging veterans of the responsibility, though, as Mayor Jimmy Davis pointed out, the parade committee still exists and is made-up of members from each of the remaining...
Storms may bring flash floods, damaging wind gusts, hail to North Jersey on Memorial Day
Strong thunderstorms are expected to head into North Jersey on Monday afternoon, bringing strong wind gusts, heavy rain that could cause flash flooding and even hail to cap Memorial Day weekend, forecasters said. The worst of the storms will hit northeastern New Jersey around 4 p.m. and could last until...
Westfield Remembers Fallen Heroes at 2024 Memorial Day Service
WESTFIELD, NJ — Westfield’s Memorial Day Parade was canceled Monday due to anticipated storms, but the service continued at the First United Methodist Church. The traditional remembrance service included the singing of “America the Beautiful” and “God Bless America” by Kerry Stubbs, an opening prayer by Rev. Alison Philip of FUMC, remarks by Mayor Shelley Brindle and Retired US Army Col. Mary Jo Rice-Mahoney, “amazing Grace” by Westfield Fire Department Bagpiper Patrick Carey, the playing of “Taps” by Dr. Ted Schlosberg of the NJ Workshop for the Arts and a closing prayer by Westfield Police Department Chaplain Deacon Keith Gibbons.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Vietnam War veteran Jack Ford of American Legion Post 3 was honored as the grand marshal. Click the arrows on the photo above to see pictures from Westfield’s Memorial Day service. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Montclair Memorial Day Service 2024 (VIDEO)
The 2024 Montclair Memorial Day service was held indoors at the Municipal Building on Monday, May 27. Cecile Williams of Montclair opened the ceremony by singing our national anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Deacon Brian Murphy gave the invocation. Mayor Sean Spiller officiated. Calvin Trevenen, attorney, longtime Montclair resident,...
A Lot to Do: Busy Saturday in Plainfield on June 1
PLAINFIELD, NJ — Saturday, June 1 will be a busy day for events in Plainfield, as the city is host to a handful of gatherings whose times overlap. Those interested in attending multiple events will have to plan their day accordingly. The day will start off with a march and rally against gun violence sponsored by the City of Plainfield, Moms Demand Action, and the Plainfield Public Schools, among others. Marchers will leave the Plainfield Performing Arts Center at 9:30am before a 9:45 rally at Plainfield City Hall. Plainfield Councilor Terri Briggs-Jones and Union County Commissioner Rebecca...
NJ Transit receives $83M federal grant for station modernization amid frequent delays
NJ Transit is getting an $83 million grant to improve the historic Brick Church Station in East Orange, New Jersey, as the agency faces questions about frequent delays on the rail system.
Summit Memorial Day Parade -- Honoring Our Fallen Heroes and Supporting Those Who Serve
SUMMIT, NJ -- Amidst threatening forecasts and gloomy skies, Summit was able to muddle through some clouds and pull off its 2024 Memorial Day Parade. Mayor Elizabeth Fagan, MD addressed the local residents in her Memorial Day address, paying tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in protecting the USA. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER From the Mayor: Veterans, distinguished guests, first responders, elected officials, and neighbors. On this solemn day, our Memorial Day, we honor and remember those who have paid the ultimate price for the freedoms we continue to enjoy today. As we...
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