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Go Fund Me Page Set up for Kevin Gilbert, Former East Brunswick School Security Officer, who Perished in South River Home Explosion
EAST BRUNSWICK/SOUTH RIVER, NJ - On Thursday, May 2, a home on 8 Continental Court, South River a two and a half story house exploded and was leveled, seemingly collapsing in on itself. In the home at the time were Kevin Gilbert and his brother-in-law Curtis. Curtis was transported to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital for treatment. The other victim, Gilbert, 62, was discovered with fatal injuries. Gilbert succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "Kevin Gilbert Sr., a retired member of the Newark Police Force from 1990 to 2016, was...
This discount supermarket is coming to former Ocean State Job Lot in Shrewsbury
SHREWSBURY - Discount grocer Aldi will open a supermarket on Newman Springs Road in a store that was formerly Ocean State Job Lot. The German grocer, which recently announced a nationwide expansion, has signed a lease for a 22,000-square-foot store, about half of the 41,800-square-foot building at 179 Newman Springs Road, said Jeffrey...
Netflix’s ‘Homicide: New York’ series puts spotlight on murder with Staten Island ties
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A murder with Staten Island ties was featured on a Netflix documentary mini-series created by Dick Wolf, the man behind “Law & Order.”. “Homicide: New York,” which premiered on March 20, 2024, according to IMDB, told the horrific story of the murder of 46-year-old Eridania Rodriguez in its third episode.
These chain restaurants are closing locations in 2024
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — From TGI Fridays to Boston Market, several chain restaurants have closed their doors on Staten Island in recent years. But this year, a number of chains have announced the closure of select locations across the country, according to Eat This, Not That!, which compiled a list of the 10 chain restaurants which have closed or are in the process of closing locations in 2024.
Nature Calls: The Advance/SILive.com is looking for the best wildlife on Staten Island
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Island is known for a lot of things but one aspect that could easily be neglected is its thriving and often unusual growing wild animal population. From the much-maligned turkeys, to the pint-sized screech owl of Clove Lakes, to the nearly invisible yet uber-important...
Life After Loss: Mary's Garden Media Foundation to launch with public event May 14. Mission to Provide Hope for Healing After a Loved One Dies by Suicide.
MONMOUTH COUNTY– On Tuesday, May 14, 6pm-9pm, at the Vogel in Red Bank, a new foundation, Mary's Garden Media, with the mission of providing hope for healing for families grieving a loved one who died by suicide, will officially launch, at a free community event, open to the public. Attending could prove beneficial to anyone navigating their grief journey, whether their loved one died by suicide or another cause. All are welcome. Reserve today. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The event will include Mary's Garden Media's premiere screening of the poignant documentary "Life After...
Wild Past Of CNN Anchor, Jersey Shore Native Detailed In New Book
CNN anchor Alisyn Camerota was growing up on the Jersey Shore when she started following her a local punk rock band, spending her nights at iconic clubs like CBGB and Max's Kansas City.Camerota, who grew up in Shrewsbury, is out with a new book "Combat Love," which explores her tumultuous teen…
145-year old Staten Island bakery, one of N.Y.’s oldest businesses, still has time to make the doughnuts
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — As corporate chains and international baking innovators take root in NYC, there’s an American original that lives among us — Holtermann’s. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
NJ first responders partially close Route 35 in Wall during fire at local art gallery
WALL - A fire at the O.P.I. art gallery on Route 35 on Friday afternoon forced authorities to divert southbound traffic on the state highway for about two hours, according to township police. The blaze was reported at 2:48 p.m. by a passing motorist who saw smoke coming from the...
Social Security adjustment: Here’s the smallest COLA increase ever paid
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- The latest projections for Social Security’s 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is around 2.6%, or about $45 per month, for the average beneficiary based on inflation. The projection puts it in line with the 2.6% average annual increase seen over the past two decades. While that...
Meet the Leaders: Neptune Middle School Chorus Director Laura Hollander
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP - TAPinto Neptune recently interviewed Ms. Laura Hollander, who serves as Neptune Middle School's Chorus Director, entering her 17th year in the district. Ms. Hollander is a graduate of the Eastman School of Music (2001) and the Peabody Conservatory of Johns Hopkins (2003), holding two degrees in Bassoon Performance. Ms. Hollander shares that her experience of soloing with orchestras, touring across the country, playing locally, as well as giving masterclasses and running a private studio allows her to share her experiences and give back to her community and empower youth by using music as...
Neptune Gears Up for Juneteenth Celebration
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP - As June approaches, Neptune MURC is preparing for its Fourth Annual Juneteenth Celebration. On June 15th, the community is invited to gather at 10:00 AM at Midtown Commons Park (West Lake Ave, Neptune, NJ 07753) for a Juneteenth observance that will include a community gospel concert, resource fair, health screenings, arts and crafts, face painting, giveaways, food and much more. At 12:45, a Unity Parade will kick off from Midtown Commons Park to Springwood Park, and will include participants of all types. Neptune MURC is seeking individuals, groups, clubs and families to participate. To register, please...
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