NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Between 36% and 47% of New Jerseyans say they will “probably” or “definitely” not get vaccinated against COVID-19, with response rates varying depending on how the question is asked, according to the latest Rutgers-Eagleton Poll.

Among individuals reluctant to get vaccinated, 80% cite a concern about side effects, and 82% cite the need for more ...

TRENTON, NJ — Office employees will be allowed to return to work without the need to wear masks or social distance, as long as they have proof of being vaccinated against the coronavirus, under Gov. Phil Murphy’s latest executive order.

The order, which takes effect on June 4, also lifts minimum staffing levels in the workplace and allows employers to call back employees who have ...

ELIZABETH, NJ - On May 24, Governor Phil Murphy announced that the indoor mask mandates set in place during the COVID-19 pandemic will be lifted starting Friday, May 28. 

Reactions on the Governor’s social media have been mixed. Some commenters were concerned about how businesses will be able to tell between vaccinated and unvaccinated patrons. Others were happy to see normal ...

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Between 36% and 47% of New Jerseyans say they will “probably” or “definitely” not get vaccinated against COVID-19, with response rates varying depending on how the question is asked, according to the latest Rutgers-Eagleton Poll.

Among individuals reluctant to get vaccinated, 80% cite a concern about side effects, and 82% cite the need for more ...

PLAINFIELD, NJ — Union County residents and visitors are invited to the next drive-in concert that will feature Bobby Miller as the King of Pop. Neo-soul group, Flavuh band will be opening the event. The drive-in concert is scheduled for Saturday, June 19 at 6:00 p.m. at Cedar Brook Park in Plainfield.

The event is free, but registration is required online in advance to reserve a spot.

Elizabeth, NJ — Superintendent of Schools Olga Hugelmeyer announced at Thursday’s Board of Education meeting that high school graduations have now been moved inside the Dunn Sports Center and the dates of the ceremony have changed. The ceremonies will be taking place from June 25 to June 29. Rain dates are no longer needed since the ceremony will be held indoors. Below is a list of ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — On May 25, students and families of Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy were made aware of the death of a fellow student through a letter sent by Principal Michael Ojeda. 

Kevin Issac Goldsmith passed away the day prior at the Children Hospital of Philadelphia after complications with his Leukemia treatment. Kevin was a junior at the high school, known for being a student ...

TRENTON, NJ — On June 3, immigrant, faith, and labor groups rallied on the steps of the Statehouse calling on the State Legislature to fully fund the Excluded New Jerseyans Fund announced last month. With the state currently forecasting more than $6.3 billion in unexpected revenue receiving an additional $6.4 billion in federal stimulus funds, the activism groups are calling for $989 ...

ELIZABETH, NJ - The City of Elizabeth has announced on Friday that they will be taking steps to euthanize the two dogs that attacked a three year old boy after he fell out of a window. 

On June 9, the child, whose name has not been disclosed, fell from a rear window of his family’s home and landed in the backyard. The two dogs, who were in the backyard at the time of the incident, ...

EAST ORANGE, NJ — Calling all firefighters to participate in the "Battle of the Bravest", a firefighter muster and skill competition.

The Battle will be interactive for the public, in addition for the firefighters to enjoy. Hosted by NJ First Responders, FirstNet, and the Firefighters Wear Pink Campaign, the event will occur at Soverel Park in East Orange on Saturday, August ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — A three-year-old boy fell from a window of his home and was mauled to death by the family’s dogs on Wednesday night, Acting Prosecutor Lyndsay V. Ruotolo, Elizabeth Police Chief Giacomo Sacca and Police Director Earl Graves jointly announced.

According to a press release from the Union County Prosecutor’s Office, the child had fallen 15 feet from a rearview ...

ELIZABETH, NJ - An Elizabeth resident has admitted to offering bribes to a U.S. Postal Service (USPS) employee to steal checkbooks and credit cards from the mail, Acting U.S. Attorney Rachael A. Honig announced in a press release.

Jabre Beauvoir, 22, pleaded guilty by video conference before U.S. District Judge Kevin McNulty to one count of bribery.

According to a press release from the ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — On June 4, two sergeants and seven police officers were presented with Union County 200 Club Valor Awards. Police Chief Giacomo Sacca nominated the officers following their heroic actions of CPR and evacuating victims during a fatal fire at 865 Elizabeth Ave on October 5, 2020.

“I would like to commend the officers for their valorous actions,” said Elizabeth ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — On June 3, Mayor J. Christian Bollwage, Councilwoman-At-Large Patricia Perkins-Auguste, Councilman-At-Large Manny Grova, Jr., Councilman Kevin Kiniery and City Council President William Gallman, Jr. along with City and Fire officials swore in twelve new firefighters at Frank J. Cicarell Academy Auditorium. 

“There is nothing more important than the safety of ...

Beech-Nut Nutrition has issued a voluntary recall of one lot of Beech-Nut Stage 1, Single Grain Rice Cereal, announced the company. The recall resulted from a routine sampling program from the production lot of Beech-Nut Stage 1, Single Grain Rice Cereal which tested above the guidance level for naturally occurring inorganic arsenic.

The product being recalled was distributed nationally, ...

Amid statewide primary election contests, New Jersey also hosted dozens of local races Tuesday. Here is a roundup of various New Jersey local election results as reported by TAPinto franchises across the state:

Cranford Election: Kate Rappa Defeats Incumbent Tom Hannen, Jr. in Democrat Primary

Newcomer defeats an incumbent in this township committee primary election, advancing to face a GOP ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — The 2021 election season is in full swing, with the New Jersey Primary Elections taking place on Tuesday, June 8.  

The New Jersey Division of Elections has an online tool to check if you are registered to vote. The tool will tell you what your registration status, the city and county you are registered to vote in, as well as your voter ID number. 

By ...

ELIZABETH, NJ - A mural of Black, transgender activist Marsha P. Johnson will be getting repainted just in time for Pride Month following a defacing in April. 

The People’s Committee of Elizabeth, an organization created by young adult Elizabeth residents, sponsored the mural that stands on the corner of 4th and Elizabeth Avenue. It was designed and illustrated by three New Jersey ...

ROSELLE, NJ - Registration is now open for the Community Access Unlimited virtual Ira Geller Walkathon.  

The Community Access Unlimited virtual Ira Geller Walkathon runs the week of June 21-June 26. On June 26, individuals living near Warinanco Park in Roselle are invited to walk, run or roll in the park. Registration details are available ...