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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...
Plainfield Honors Fallen Soldiers on Memorial Day
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Monday morning, the City of Plainfield held its annual recognition of Memorial Day in the Elizabeth Urquhart Library inside Plainfield City Hall. The keynote speaker, Kelly Atkins, highlighted the origins of Memorial Day, and the struggle for equal treatment of military members while recognizing and remembering those who died on the battlefield.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "The first recorded version of Memorial Day was actually in Charleston, South Carolina, and it was started by former slaves about a month after the Confederacy surrendered Charleston," said Atkins, who serves at...
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...
South Plainfield sued by homeowners over hundreds of thousands in flood damage
SOUTH PLAINFIELD – A borough couple is suing the borough for allegedly failing to inspect and maintain a drainage system near their Tompkins Avenue home, which has resulted in three extensive floods, the loss of several cars and the withdrawal of thousands of dollars from their retirement account and loans to fix the damage.
Berkeley Heights Memorial Day Parade Honors Vietnam War Hero, Sergeant Thomas Lombardi as Grand Marshal
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - On a radiant spring morning following an early down pour, hundreds gathered in solidarity to commemorate the Berkeley Heights Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony on Monday, May 27. This year, the parade paid tribute to Sergeant Thomas Lombardi, a decorated two-time Purple Heart recipient of the US Army, recognized for his valorous service during the Vietnam War, as the esteemed Grand Marshal. The parade began on Locust Avenue, with participants marching down Snyder Avenue, along Springfield Avenue, then back up Plainfield Avenue to Veterans Memorial Park at the intersection of Park and Plainfield avenues....
Ethan Allen Opening In Somerset County Shopping Center
The furniture retailer announced they will be opening a 4,321 square feet showroom at Greenbrook Commons in Watchung, at the site of a former Chase Bank. Greenbrook Commons is also home to Aldi, BJ's Wholesale Club, Buffalo Wild Wings and The Vitamin Shoppe. Ethan Allen has six other locations in...
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...
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
Memorial Day storms knock out power for thousands in North Jersey
Strong wind gusts from a series of rainstorms knocked out power to thousands of New Jersey residents on Monday afternoon including several hundred in Morris County. Almost 400 homes in Randloph and about 200 in Denville and Parsippany were without electricity as of 3:20 p.m., according to Jersey Central Power & Light. About 100 customers were also without power in Morris Plains.
North Plainfield Remembers: Memorial Day 2024
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — North Plainfield paid respect to fallen soldiers on Monday at five ceremonies across the Borough. The weather held and ceremonies were held at: 9:00am - Vermeule CemeteryCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER 9:30am - Fire Bell Ceremony At the Firehouse 10:00am - Brook Avenue Cemetery 10:30am - The Monument At The Memorial Library 11:00am - Memorial ParkDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. At Willow and Myrtle Avenues Memorial Day is a time for many to reflect on the sacrifices and services of the American soldiers and veterans and the U.S. military men and women and express appreciation, support and prayers. The words 'United We Stand' and 'God Bless America' still hold the power to stir hearts. Freedom isn't free. “Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices.” – President Harry S. Truman For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
City of Linden Will Host 9th Annual Afro House Music Festival on June 22, 2024
Linden, NJ - Come out and Dance in Diversity and Unite in Rhythm! The City of Linden will be hosting their 9th Annual Afro House Music Festival on Saturday, June 22, 2024, from 12 pm. -9 pm. There will be sound stages, cultural food trucks, guest DJ's and more....... Don't Miss Out!! Please see flyer for additional details. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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