Government
By TAPINTO GREATER OLEAN STAFF
December 11, 2024
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday declared a State of Emergency for several New York counties, including Cattaraugus, because of a snowstorm hitting the state. “As winter weather bears down on our state, I am declaring a State of Emergency so our communities have the resources they need to stay safe,” ...
BELMAR, NJ — At a recent council meeting on Tuesday, December 10th, the Belmar Borough Council was briefed on the anticipated closure of the Union Fire Company and the consolidation of the Belmar Fire Department from three companies to two. This move is being driven by public safety concerns and a ...
TRENTON, NJ — Legislation to protect the ability to access books and learning materials at schools and public libraries was signed into law on Monday by Gov. Phil Murphy. The new law — The Freedom to Read Act — prevents arbitrary book banning and protects the rights of students, parents and ...
RANDOLPH, NJ- Amid much fanfare, County College of Morris – located on Rt. 10 West in Randolph, hosted a grand opening ceremony for their new Veterans Resource Center, located in the heart of the school’s campus. The center will provide Veterans assistance with their VA education benefits, ...
Washington, DC -Today, (Dec. 11, 2024), Congressman Van Drew joined Harris Faulkner on Fox News to discuss his serious concerns over the potential link of the drones flying over New Jersey to adversarial nations, such as Iran, and the urgent need to immediately take action to neutralize the ...
Washington, DC -Today, (Dec. 11, 2024), Congressman Van Drew joined Harris Faulkner on Fox News to discuss his serious concerns over the potential link of the drones flying over New Jersey to adversarial nations, such as Iran, and the urgent need to immediately take action to neutralize the ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ — Concerns over escalating drone activity across New Jersey continue to grow, with daily sightings reported in Monmouth County and beyond. The issue, which has persisted for nearly three weeks, has drawn responses from federal, state, and county officials demanding answers and swift ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – During the December 10 town council meeting, many residents, other council members, Mayor Susan McCartney, administration members and others thanked Council President Bill Rutherford and former Council President Tammy Williams for the service.Council member Asmeret Ghebremicael ...
CHATHAM, NJ – Chatham residents voiced objection Monday night to the passage of a resolution by the Borough of Chatham Council that supports proposed state legislation named the “Immigrant Trust Act”, which some viewed as bringing national politics into the local governing body.Chatham Borough ...
TRENTON, NJ - Senator Jon Bramnick issued the following statement on December 11, 2024: “Unfortunately, the State of New Jersey has very little information regarding the drones being seen. The Department of Defense must investigate and until that occurs we must shut down the airspace to drones.
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick has weighed in on the recent wave of drone sightings by calling on the federal government to take action and to be transparent with any information it has. Multiple drone sightings have been reported recently in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. New Jersey ...
TRENTON, NJ - Luigi Mangione, the suspect charged with killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was found in possession of a 3D-printed gun that is believed to have been used in the crime. These untraceable firearms, commonly known as “ghost guns,” have become a growing threat to public safety ...
TRENTON, NJ - Luigi Mangione, the suspect charged with killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was found in possession of a 3D-printed gun that is believed to have been used in the crime. These untraceable firearms, commonly known as “ghost guns,” have become a growing threat to public safety ...
ROSELLE, NJ - New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced on December 5 that the Borough of Roselle was among 13 recipients of grants from the state’s FY 2025 Bikeway Grant Program. To be eligible, Each municipality and each county may submit one application. Projects are awarded on a competitive ...
NEW JERSEY - “We must ensure New Jersey does not become the Wild West for drone activity.” ~ U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5)Gottheimer said he is taking new action to prevent misuses of drones, including support for local law enforcement, information for the public, and making sure ...
NEW JERSEY — Gov. Phil Murphy has made New Jersey the latest state to prevent the arbitrary banning of books and other educational material from public libraries and school libraries.New Jersey’s stricter limits on book banning comes after similar measures were taken in Illinois and Minnesota. The ...
EDISON, NJ - The US Senate passed the Cardiomyopathy Health, Education, Awareness, Research, and Training in Schools (HEARTS) Act on Tuesday, a bill that prepares schools to handle life-threatening cardiac emergencies. The bill was authored by Congressman Frank Pallone and was inspired by the ...
SURF CITY - According to a recent report by the New Jersey Globe, our own 92-year-old Surf City Mayor Francis Hodgson, Sr. will become New Jersey's oldest sitting mayor. The 100-year-old mayor of Tinton Falls, Vito Perillo, will not seek re-election to a third term in 2025. Perillo is the oldest ...
SURF CITY - According to a recent report by the New Jersey Globe, our own 92-year-old Surf City Mayor Francis Hodgson, Sr. will become New Jersey's oldest sitting mayor. The 100-year-old mayor of Tinton Falls, Vito Perillo, will not seek re-election to a third term in 2025. Perillo is the oldest ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ — One of the many topics featured during the final town council meeting of 2024 was a presentation about the Black Inventors Hall of Fame (BIHOF) and housing that will also be built on the former Mayfair Farms property.Marty Horn, whose family owned Mayfair Farms and Pal's Cabin for ...
RED BANK, NJ: The borough's website announced the Planning Board's regular meeting scheduled for tonight, Wednesday, December 11, has been cancelled.The next meeting is scheduled for January 8.
NEW JERSEY - “We must ensure New Jersey does not become the Wild West for drone activity.” ~ U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5)Gottheimer said he is taking new action to prevent misuses of drones, including support for local law enforcement, information for the public, and making sure ...
PATERSON, NJ - Paterson officials approved the acceptance of $27 million in transitional aid from the State of New Jersey, marking a $2 million increase from the previous year. The funding comes as the city faces significant financial challenges, exacerbated by the lasting impacts of the COVID-19 ...
PATERSON, NJ - The City of Paterson's Youth Services Bureau has been awarded an additional $10,985 in grant funding to support two crucial programs aimed at helping juveniles avoid incarceration and build better futures. This increase, approved by the Passaic County Youth Services Commission, ...
WASHINGTON—Each day that goes by without answers, it seems the drone concern expands across New Jersey and seems to be escalating. In a letter today, Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) urged U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to immediately provide all capabilities at his disposal to identify and address the ...
NEW JERSEY - “We must ensure New Jersey does not become the Wild West for drone activity.” ~ U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5)Gottheimer said he is taking new action to prevent misuses of drones, including support for local law enforcement, information for the public, and making sure ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ — Borough Democrats are submitting three names to fill the vacancy on the Council after Regina Viadro resigned in November. The Borough Council, comprised of all democrats, will choose Viadro's successor. Democrats said they interviewed eight candidates in an “inclusive" process.The ...
MAHOPAC, N.Y.—The Carmel Town Board is officially back to its full size after special election-winner Michael Lugo was sworn in by Town Justice Daniel Miller at Carmel Town Hall on Dec. 4. Lugo, a Republican, ran unopposed for the seat vacated by former Town of Carmel GOP Chair Stephen Baranowski, ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — One of the resolutions approved at the December 9 township council meeting was reappointing Township Clerk Ojetti “Jetti” Davis and giving her tenure. Town council members spoke at length about how helpful and professional Davis is. Mayor Sheena Collum said that Davis is an ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - The public hearing set to be held on December 19 to consider the proposed construction of a crematorium on the grounds of Princeton Memorial Park has been postponed, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) announced in a public notice on Monday. The ...