Government

August 2, 2025

RED BANK, NJ: The Borough of Red Bank is seeking a motivated and reliable full-time Public Utilities Worker (Laborer) to join the Department of Public Utilities team. Under the supervision of the Department Foreman, this position involves performing a wide range of manual labor tasks, including ...

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RED BANK, NJ: The Borough of Red Bank is seeking a motivated and reliable full-time Public Utilities Worker (Laborer) to join the Department of Public Utilities team. Under the supervision of the Department Foreman, this position involves performing a wide range of manual labor tasks, including ...

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ASBURY PARK, NJ — This past Wednesday, the City of Asbury Park installed a new series of heavy-duty wheel stops along Memorial Drive, part of a targeted effort to improve roadway safety and protect cyclists. The installation, stretching between Fifth Avenue and Sunset Avenue, replaces previous ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The Township Council will hold a meeting on Monday, August 4 at 3:30 pm to vote on an ordinance authorizing the Township to borrow over $3 million in funds to repair Township infrastructure damaged in the July 14 storms and floods.The meeting will be Zoom only. To join the ...

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UNION, NJ – Congresswoman LaMonica McIver and State Senator Joseph Cryan hosted a community town hall meeting Wednesday evening at Union Town Hall, offering residents the chance to speak directly with their elected officials and hear updates on pressing local and national issues.McIver, who ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ – The township has announced changes to the Jitney schedule that are effective August 1. Officials stated that the changes were implemented to serve riders better. Services on Route 7 will begin. “This route was created by splitting Route 6, aiming to improve efficiency and ...

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Linden, NJ -The City of Linden has rescheduled its Outdoor Dining Event for Thursday, August 14, 2025at the Promenade.The event was postponed due to the weather.  Save the date for delicious food and fun!See the flyer for the details.

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BARNEGAT - The offices of Deputy Mayor Bille and Committeeman Marte, in conjunction with the Barnegat Recreation Department, extend their gratitude to the 100 participants who attended the final summer Family Fun Night. A highlight of the evening included tours of the new Police Department ...

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 NORTH BERGEN, NJ –  Senator Andrew Zwicker (LD-16) joined Spectrum Works, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to fostering job opportunities for autistic individuals, and a coalition of business, education, and advocacy leaders for a roundtable discussion and press conference promoting ...

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PARKLAND, FL- It’s about that time, when we start winding up for the rhythm of a new school year. But, before you brace yourselves for the early morning bus routes, speedy breakfasts, and carlines, think about the simple things that brought you joy over the summer, and incorporate a few of them ...

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QUAKERTOWN, PA—Route 309/West End Boulevard north of Route 313 in Quakertown will be closed in one direction 24/7 Monday through Friday of next week.In Quakertown Borough and Richland Township, the northbound section of Route 309 will be closed between Broad Street and Sunshine Drive (just north of ...

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CHATHAM, NJ – Chatham Borough has officially launched its “Hometown Heroes” Banner Program and is now accepting submission forms for the program that will honor men and women from Chatham who have served in the United States Armed Forces.The forms must be submitted by the end of August to be ...

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This is Mayor John McCormac. It’s Friday, Aug. 1.Our Summer Concert Series continues tonight with “Pure McCartney” at Anchors Tiki Bar. “Cosmic Jerry,” covering the Grateful Dead, performs on Sunday; Bobby Wilson on Monday and “Captain Jack” covering Billy Joel on Tuesday, all at Woodbridge High ...

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 NORTH BERGEN, NJ –  Senator Andrew Zwicker (LD-16) joined Spectrum Works, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to fostering job opportunities for autistic individuals, and a coalition of business, education, and advocacy leaders for a roundtable discussion and press conference promoting ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — The name and scope Westfield's bicycle advisory board has been expanded to include pedestrian safety after a unanimous vote at July's town council meeting. Councilman and board liaison Michael Dardia explained some of the reasoning behind renaming the Westfield Bicycle and ...

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Residents of Western New York should take precautions to keep safe from smoke from Canadian wildfires, Gov. Kathy Hochul said Thursday.The governor said the smoke is drifting into New York, causing a spike in fine particles and leading to unhealthy air quality in parts of Western New York.

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RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway Office of Emergency Management (OEM) announced a road closure for Friday, August 1, due to construction.East Cherry Street, between Main Street and Irving Street, will be closed due to scheduled roadwork. Please plan an alternate route.[Don’t miss any TAPinto Rahway news. Go ...

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Monmouth County Commissioner Director Tom Arnone spoke during the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Rumson Sea-Bright Bridge on Thursday, July 31. Photo by Monmouth County Government.RUMSON, NJ — Good news! Monmouth County officials, alongside state and federal partners, celebrated the grand ...

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MONTVILLE, NJ – According to Mayor Matt Kayne at the July 22 Montville Township Committee meeting, the Township Committee is “leaning towards” filing an appeal of the decision in favor of Diversified's application to build 266 senior citizen apartments on 202 near the 287 southbound entrance. The ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ — Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) met with local seniors on Wednesday at the Piscataway Senior Center to discuss the potential impacts of a newly enacted federal law that includes major changes to Medicare, Medicaid, and the Affordable Care Act.Calling it the “Big Ugly Bill,” ...

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MILLBURN, NJ – STORM UPDATE: The township has issued an announcement: “Be advised, the peak of the storm event has passed. It is no longer expected that heavy rain will intensify. Precipitation levels are anticipated to gradually decrease over the coming hours. The temperature is in the 70's.” For ...

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 FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners recently provided critical assistance to the Hazlet Public Library, which experienced temporary closures due to air conditioning issues.When Hazlet Township contacted the County for help in diagnosing the library’s HVAC problem, the ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ – The town council will hold another budget workshop on Friday, Aug. 1, from 11:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. To read TAPinto's article about budget cuts, click HERE. There were also questions posed during the July 29 Budget Workshop meeting that didn’t result in cuts. Council Member Joyce ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ — Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) met with local seniors on Wednesday at the Piscataway Senior Center to discuss the potential impacts of a newly enacted federal law that includes major changes to Medicare, Medicaid, and the Affordable Care Act. Calling it the “Big Ugly Bill,” ...

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NEW JERSEY – With weather forecasts predicting flash flooding, severe thunderstorms, intense rainfall, and damaging wind gusts throughout the state on Thursday, Acting Governor Tahesha Way has declared a State of Emergency for all 21 counties. The State of Emergency will take effect at 2:00 p.m. on ...

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NEW JERSEY – With weather forecasts predicting flash flooding, severe thunderstorms, intense rainfall, and damaging wind gusts throughout the state on Thursday, Acting Governor Tahesha Way has declared a State of Emergency for all 21 counties. The State of Emergency will take effect at 2:00 p.m. on ...

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NEW JERSEY – With weather forecasts predicting flash flooding, severe thunderstorms, intense rainfall, and damaging wind gusts throughout the state on Thursday, Acting Governor Tahesha Way has declared a State of Emergency for all 21 counties. The State of Emergency will take effect at 2:00 p.m. on ...

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NEW JERSEY - Acting Governor Tahesha Way declared a state of emergency for 21 counties in the Garden State beginning at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 31, due to the anticipated storms which have the potential for flash flooding, severe thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and damaging wind gusts. Expected ...

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SUMMIT, NJ — Turn on the lights. After months of debate and a contentious public comment session, Summit Common Council on Tuesday approved a $5.5 million capital bond ordinance that includes $650,000 for the installation of lights at Upper Tatlock Field. In a separate action later that evening, ...

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 As we brace for the severe weather conditions forecasted for today, Thursday, July 31, 2025, residents of Warren Township and the surrounding areas are urged to take necessary precautions. Due to the impending storm, anticipated flooding, and high winds, Warren Township Municipal Offices will ...

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