WATCHUNG, NJ - All it takes is a great cause, passion, and a lot of donated dresses. Sophia Tiboni, of New Providence, and Sarah Murphy, of Basking Ridge, students at Mount Saint Mary Academy in Watchung, are girls empowering girls across the world while promoting sustainability with their idea.

The girls in conjunction with Dress Express Boutique are gearing up for their second ...

CLARK, NJ – The Clark Board of Education (BOE) held its first meeting of 2022 on Jan. 5. At this time, the BOE reorganized, president and vice president were named and the board fielded public comment on numerous issues, including curriculum, COVID protocols, and busing concerns. 

Last November, residents re-elected Dino Bencivenga, Scott Bohm, and Robert F. Smorol, ...

CLARK, NJ – New Jersey’s anti-bullying statute, already among the nation’s most stringent, is about to be strengthened even further. 

Bipartisan legislation (S-1790 in the state Senate and A-1662 in the Assembly), signed into law Jan. 10 by Gov. Phil Murphy was inspired by the late Mallory Rose Grossman, a 12-year-old from Rockaway, who in ...

CLARK, NJ – Mayor Sal Bonaccorso gave his State of the Township address at the Clark Town Council Annual Reorganization Meeting. He began by saying it is an honor and privilege to be Clark’s mayor. 

The mayor then thanked the council and citizens for their cooperation and teamwork which have helped to build the community. He credited the work of the council, his team and ...

ROSELLE PARK, NJ - Clark Recreation hosted its Annual Family Skate night on Saturday, January 15 at Warinanco Skating Rink.‪ On an evening with a high of only 19 degrees, Clark families laced up and hit the ice for a frozen and fun-filled experience.

 Recreation Director Ralph Bernardo expressed his satisfaction with the event.

“It was a cold night, but it was a lot of fun.

CLARK, NJ – Back in December – just days before Christmas – Clark residents Jessica and German Lopez-Otalvaro packed a trailer with donations, and headed cross country with their three children. The family traveled close to 1,000 miles in 24-hours, arriving in Kentucky late on Dec. 24.

The Otalvaros, however, did not make the trip to spend the holidays with ...

CLARK, NJ – You’ll want to keep salt handy for Sunday.

The National Weather Service said that north winds of around 15 mph would produce wind chill values of 5 to 10 degrees below zero late into the morning Saturday.

“If you need to be outside, be prepared for the wind and cold, and dress in layers and wear a hat, heavy coat, as well as gloves or mittens,” ...

“QUARANTINE BLUES”

JFSCNJ Offers A Free 3-Week Virtual Support Program

for Teens (Ages 13-16)

January 31 – February 14- 5:30- 6:15 PM

Jewish Family Service of Central NJ, (JFSCNJ) will present a free three-week virtual program “Quarantine Blues: A Free Virtual Program for Teens." The program, open to teens ages 13 to 16, will be held Monday, ...

(TRENTON) –  Noting the importance of expanding digital access for all, the New Jersey Department of Human Services is encouraging deaf and hard of hearing New Jersey residents to check their eligibility for a wireless devices pilot program that provides eligible residents with a free tablet or smartphone.

Since the pilot program launched this past August, residents have been ...

NEW JERSEY -- The reasons people choose to move include career transitions, better schools, financial challenges or just a change in setting. Wants and needs don’t always align in a particular state, though. For instance, a state might offer a low income-tax rate but have a subpar education system. Conversely, New Jersey is a higher taxed state known for its good schools.

When ...

SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – With the freezing temperatures upon us, Edison Heating and Cooling advises home and business owners that it is important to ensure heating systems are up and running properly. 

“Ensuring that your home is airtight and that your heating system is running properly and efficiently is key when it comes to maintaining a warm and safe home throughout the long, ...

RAHWAY, NJ — As part of a community outreach initiative and in an effort to expand services to the approximately 15,000 military veterans in the county, the Union County American Legion will be conducting a membership drive and information session this week in town.

Those representing the American Legion at both the state and county levels will be available during the ...

Add garden fresh flavor to your meals year-round.  Grow a few of your favorite herbs indoors, harvest and enjoy.

Select a variety of herbs you and your family enjoy and use for cooking, decoration, or fragrance. Basil, chives, cilantro, oregano, marjoram, mint, parsley, sage and thyme are some of the easier herbs to grow indoors. Purchase plants or seeds from your local garden center, ...

The New Year is filled with resolutions that usually involve dieting and exercise.  Gardening is a great way to help accomplish these two resolutions, while also improving your mood, reducing blood pressure, maintaining flexibility, burning calories and much more. 
 

Resolve to grow your own vegetables and eat healthier in the New Year. Get your family and friends involved in ...

CLARK, NJ - Mayor Bonaccorso welcomed the 2021 Clark Reign Girls Soccer team to the final council meeting of 2021. The team enjoyed a season that included numerous wins and championships with 180 goals scored and only 21 scored on them. 

During his presentation, the mayor praised the girls on their achievements as a team.  He also reminded them that academics should always come ...

This story has been updated with additional information from Savory Spice Shop.

WESTFIELD, NJ — Savory Spice Shop in Downtown Westfield will close on Jan. 25, its manager, Marty Silverman, announced on Facebook Sunday.

The store specializing in spices, herbs, extracts and other cooking products opened in 2010 with then-owners Jackie Mittelhammer and Becky Solheim running the ...

SOUTH AMBOY, NJ -- South Amboy or Southie?

Anne Hathaway stars in a film based on the 2015 novel, Eileen, by Ottessa Moshfegh, a New England-based fiction writer. Set in Massachusetts around Christmastime 1964, the story centers on a depressed 24-year-old woman who is trapped between two roles: taking care of her alcoholic father and working at a boys' prison. Eileen gets through her ...

ELIZABETH, NJ - A Union County grand jury has returned a fourteen-count indictment against Christopher P. Marbaix, co-founder of Summit-based robotics laboratory 'Robot Revolution', who is charged with sexual crimes against six students, Union County Prosecutor William A. Daniel and Summit Police Department Acting Chief Steven Zagorski jointly announced Thursday. 

Marbaix, ...

CLARK, NJ — You might want to get the salt and shovels ready.

The National Weather Service predicts 3 to 5 inches of snow to fall between 12 a.m. and noon Friday.

“Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning commute,” the Weather Service advisory said.

Snowfall rates could range between one half inch and one inch per hour in ...

NEW JERSEY — There's new promising news that the COVID-19 surge in New Jersey is slowing. Plus, generous kids are using their hearts to help other kids. Also, one community prepares to honor a local hero, as he celebrates a milestone.

TAPinto's Kristina Behr has today's Now in New Jersey, Powered by TAPinto, brought to you by Lakeland Bank.

Now in New Jersey ...

NEW JERSEY — A community is remembering a New Jersey mother of four who died of COVID-19, just weeks after giving birth.  Plus, a high school freshman is going green and helping other girls at the same time.  Also, a little bit of luck changes 'lost' to 'found.'

TAPinto's Kristina Behr has today's Now in New Jersey, Powered by TAPinto, brought to ...

NEW JERSEY — A community is remembering a New Jersey mother of four who died of COVID-19, just weeks after giving birth. Plus, a high school freshman is going green and helping other girls at the same time. Also, a little bit of luck changes 'lost' to 'found.'

TAPinto's Kristina Behr has today's Now in New Jersey, Powered by TAPinto, brought to you by ...

TRENTON, NJ — “Were all the votes counted?” joked Josh Murphy, as he and his siblings introduced their father during his inauguration for second term as 56th Governor of New Jersey. 

After the small roast from his four children and a speech from his wife and First Lady Tammy Murphy, Governor Phil Murphy took the podium following Chief Justice Stuart Rabner ...

NEW JERSEY — Dozens of New Jersey school districts will receive more money to help upgrade their security systems. 

Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation that appropriates a total of $5,150,531 from the “Securing Our Children’s Future Bond Act” to provide grants for school security projects in 60 New ...

TEANECK, NJ — “It’s great to see you, even though you look a little bit like Nanook of the North," said now former Senator Loretta Weinberg to First Lady Tammy Murphy with a smile and sparkle in her eye. “I’m really glad to see you out and about.”

Those were Weinberg’s opening remarks at the bill signing for The Freedom of Reproductive Choice ...