Government
By MALIK A. LYONS
July 3, 2025
SOMERSET, NJ - Despite unsettled weather in the area, township officials have confirmed that tonight’s fireworks display will proceed as scheduled at 9:15 p.m. However, the live band performance has been canceled.Residents planning to attend are encouraged to arrive early, as large crowds and ...
NEWARK - It’s peak asphalt-paving season, but potholes, uneven roadways and cracked pavement continue to plague Newark's streets as citywide paving projects are still not underway, and there is no definitive schedule to begin. City officials point to challenges with the bid-approval process, ...
TRENTON, NJ - The budget wasn’t the only thing on the agenda when the Assembly met in Trenton on Monday. Assemblyman Roy Freiman and Assemblywoman Mitchelle Drulis passed several pieces of legislation addressing issues from farmland preservation to first responder mental health. Freiman and ...
TRENTON, NJ - Legislation that would designate electrical lineworkers and certain utility workers as first responders during weather-related states of emergency recently passed the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee. Bill A5079, sponsored by Assemblyman Kevin Egan and Assemblywoman ...
WASHINGTON — Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) released the following statement after voting in favor of the final reconciliation package this afternoon. The legislation passed by a vote of 218 to 214 and now heads to the President’s desk to be signed into law. “This afternoon, Congress passed a ...
WASHINGTON — Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) released the following statement after voting in favor of the final reconciliation package this afternoon. The legislation passed by a vote of 218 to 214 and now heads to the President’s desk to be signed into law. “This afternoon, Congress passed a ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The township council approved two applications for NJDOT grants to fund the Cardinal Court and Rochelle Drive Improvement Project and the Beekman Road Pathway Project. The council approved these applications at their meeting on Wednesday. “the Township Council believes that it ...
MANASQUAN, NJ - The Manasquan Planning Board met on July 1st to discuss and address the major subdevelopment application for 390 East Main Street, where the current restaurant and guest house The Salty Whale stands. The historic property has also been home to iconic Manasquan landmarks over the ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ – A major new destination is coming to the heart of Long Branch. City officials have announced that construction will begin later this summer on the Long Branch Health, Wellness, and Technology Center and Park, a multi-use public complex located at the corner of Bath and Third ...
CLARK, NJ — The Clark Township Municipal Building will be closed this Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.For information on the township's 4th of July celebration, click here.[Don’t miss any TAPinto Clark news. Go to tapinto.net/enews to sign up for our free e-newsletter, delivered ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer is getting his moment in the national conservative media spotlight, recently appearing on some of the country’s most prominent right-leaning news outlets. Singer has been touting Boca Raton as a haven for New Yorkers who may fear policies proposed by ...
CAMDEN – A proposed amendment to a city law that would target special events, especially those in parks and ball fields where organizers do not clean up trash, goes before City Council next Tuesday for a vote on first reading.Any special event requires a city permit, according to the law, and ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – The project to upgrade the pumping station on Joanne Way remains on schedule, Springfield administrator John Bussiculo reported at the Junr 24 meeting of the Township Committee.The electric conduit from the pole to the building has been completed, jhe said, and “Contractors are ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg Mayor Randy Piazza, Jr. says the town is exploring a potential Public-Private Partnership (P3) for a new municipal building. Previously reported, representatives from Johnson Controls and DMR Architects presented the potential benefits of a P3 agreement before the ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ – The Sayreville Department of Public Works has released their schedule for the month of July 2025.The Public Works office and Fort Grumpy will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025. Fort Grumpy will also be closed on Saturday, July 5. Heavy Trash:Zone 1 - Thursday, July 10Zone 2 - ...
CEDAR GROVE, NJ - A re-turfing project is underway at Cedar Grove’s Panther Park Multi-Purpose Field. The project, which began on July 2, will take place until August 8. The Cedar Grove Recreation Department says the track will be closed to the public during construction. For more information, you ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ — Livingston residents whose garbage and recycling is typically collected on Thursday and/or Friday are reminded that the schedule will be altered from Thursday, July 3, through the end of the weekend due to the Independence Day holiday. Additionally, there will be no metal ...
RED BANK, NJ: Borough Offices Closed, Friday, July 4 for Independence Day.Please be advised that all Red Bank Borough offices will be closed in observance of Independence Day. Thank you for your understanding.Todas las oficinas del Ayuntamiento de Red Bank estarán cerradas en conmemoración del Día ...
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ - The Wood-Ridge Mayor and Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 16, will be held in the Wood-Ridge High School Auditorium at 7:00 pm. The high school is located at 258 Hackensack Street, Wood-Ridge, NJ.
Red Bank, NJ - The Borough is seeking a full-time Water & Wastewater Operator. Job DescriptionThis position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of water treatment, water distribution, and wastewater collection systems, as well as assisting with other public works operations as ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The Village of Ridgewood Affordable Housing Planner, Beth McManus, attended the July 2 public workshop to discuss the fourth round housing element and fair share plan with the village council. McManus explained that the Ridgewood Planning Board has completed and submitted its fair ...
MAPLEWOOD, NJ – The Maplewood Township Committee began its July 1 meeting by issuing a proclamation for Disability Pride Month and a proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month.During public comments, Alex Petrone called to say that filming in her neighborhood had been very disruptive. “I think one ...
With nearly 500 people in attendance, the Hackensack Unites team was sworn in during the City Council’s July 1 Re-Organization Meeting. After reaching a record-breaking voter turnout in 50 years for the city, the leadership team is also the most diverse to be elected, according to a press ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway City Council welcomed Darlene Eastman as its new Second Ward councilwoman. Her appointment was confirmed by a unanimous vote of the City Council during a special meeting on Tuesday, June 24. The City Council also extended its gratitude to outgoing Councilwoman Karla Timmons, ...
FANWOOD, NJ – The Fanwood Borough Council unanimously approved the Housing Element and Fair Share Plan at a special meeting on Monday, June 30, to meet the borough's state affordable housing obligations as part of the fourth round process.The council passed a binding resolution back on January 21, ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Common Council approved several measures this week focused on city infrastructure, affordable housing, and public safety. The meeting also featured community input on traffic patterns and e-bike safety, as council members responded to resident concerns and highlighted ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — A standing-room-only crowd filled the municipal courtroom on Tuesday night as the New Providence Planning Board began hearing testimony for a proposed 104-unit residential development at 121 Chanlon Road. The applicant, Toll Brothers Inc., is seeking approval to redevelop the ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — A standing-room-only crowd filled the municipal courtroom on Tuesday night as the New Providence Planning Board began hearing testimony for a proposed 104-unit residential development at 121 Chanlon Road. The applicant, Toll Brothers Inc., is seeking approval to redevelop the ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ — A special meeting of the Montclair Planning Board was called on June 30 for a last-minute application for a previously approved cannabis dispensary. The meeting was necessary because the applicant chose not to open the new dispensary in the originally selected ...
LEBANON BOROUGH, N.J. – On June 26, 2025, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. announced the opening of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge, one of the most prestigious app competitions for middle and high school students across the country. The Congressional App Challenge is designed to engage student ...