TOP LOCAL News
By DANIEL ISRAEL
July 17, 2024
JERSEY CITY, NJ- As more parents seek an alternative to traditional public schools, a local private school in Jersey City is expanding to meet increasing enrollment. In an interview with TAPinto Jersey City, founder Daniela Sarbu said that Waldo International School was born out of a personal ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - New Jersey’s senior U.S. Senator, Bob Menendez, was convicted in a federal bribery case on Tuesday. Menendez was found guilty of 16 bribery, fraud and extortion charges that prosecutors say reflect his actions to sell his office to foreign nationals and local businessmen in ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop’s LGBTQ+ Task Force will host a Pride crosswalk community painting to refresh the rainbow colors in front of City Hall. This is the fourth annual repainting of the progressive flag on this intersection in the City. The event will be hosted by Cha ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- A heat advisory is in effect this week in Jersey City amid another round of scorching temperatures. The City advises residents to be cautious if they are outside for extended periods of time, especially seniors and people with breathing issues. All Jersey City library locations ...
SPARTA, NJ – A local student performance on the “America’s Got Talent” stage will be aired on Tuesday, July 16 at 8 p.m. Mia Soleil Sanchez began the audition process for AGT in November with “numerous video submissions and in-person audition in New York City.” “After months of effort and a ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Consistently lauded by national press as one of the country’s best places to live, Jersey City, NJ has become a haven for young professionals seeking a dynamic lifestyle just across the Hudson River from New York City. Its trendy shops and boutiques, acclaimed dining, cultural ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - An early morning rain did not stop more than 100 people from attending a ceremony marking the tenth anniversary of the death of Detective Melvin Santiago. Family, friends, and public safety officials from around Hudson County joined public officials in celebrating Santiago, whose ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - A Paterson man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with a fatal shooting that took place in Jersey City on Friday, May 10. According to Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez, Makiyy Randolph, 21, is also charged with Felony Murder, Robbery, Conspiracy to ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - MiT Communications brings together Jersey City's diverse culinary scene with JC Restaurant Fest Summer 2024. JC Restaurant Fest Summer 2024 is happening through July 27th across Jersey City, presented by the Jersey City Restaurant Owners Coalition. Jersey City Restaurant ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - In the more than three months since the demolition of the Pep Boys auto store on JFK Boulevard in Journal Square, union members have dutifully stood outside the construction site with a ten-foot high inflatable rat – a symbolic protest against development companies that do not use ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Laura Tacuri was sworn in as Jersey City’s new Tax Assessor last week. Tacuri is the first Latina woman to hold the position. Prior to her ascension to the post, Tacuri has been a dedicated employee of the City as Hudson County’s first naturalized Ecuadorian Deputy Tax Assessor ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- The Mary McLeod Bethune Center in Jersey City has introduced free Saturday mental health sessions specifically tailored for teenagers. The move comes as the center and the City recognize the challenges that come with being an adolescent. Appointments will be open on a rolling ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - Just days after a commitment from Hudson County Executive Craig Guy to work with law enforcement to crack down on the dangerous use of motorized vehicles in county parks, the Hudson County Board of Commissioners introduced an ordinance that would prohibit users from riding ...
NEWARK, NJ — A Middlesex County teenager faces federal charges, accused in a plot to destroy electric substations in Middlesex County. Andrew Takhistov, 18, was arrested Wednesday at Newark Liberty International Airport, where he was planning to travel to Paris, France on his way to ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Jersey City has accepted funds as part of a settlement related to the national opioid crisis. The Jersey City Municipal Council approved a resolution last month to receive the $55,659.98. Various states, including New Jersey, filed lawsuits against Janssen Pharmaceutical ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- The Berry Lane Music Series kicked off on July 11 with a performance featuring a variety of soul, motown, jazz, and funk by Valeria Adams and the Dimension Band. However, for those who missed that concert, there is still a lineup of shows taking place in Berry Lane Park at 1000 ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Jersey City will soon host a Caricom Flag Raising Ceremony to honor the local Caribbean community. The flag raising and cultural celebration will take place on Wednesday, July 24, at 3:30 p.m. at City Hall at 280 Grove Street. The ceremony comes after Caricom Day, which is ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Repair Cafe Garden State is returning to Jersey City again this month. The organization is offering residents the chance to fix their “beloved but broken” items for free with the help of their repair coaches. Items that can be fixed include: bicycles, clothing, computers and ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- The Third Annual Caribbean Festival is set to turn up at Carrington Village outdoor space in Jersey City on July 20 in a celebration of culture and heritage. Billed as family fun for all, the free community event will offer music, food, performance, vendors, a kids zone and ...
WASHINGTON, DC - Today is the last day to purchase stamps from the US Postal Service before prices increase on Sunday. Beginning on July 14, the First-Class Forever stamp will increase in price from 68 cents to 73 cents; a roll of 100 stamps will cost $73. This marks the second hike in stamp ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - Hudson County Commissioner Bill O’Dea said he believes that parking areas in county parks are likely being used for long-term parking, and suggested the county modify its street sweeping schedule in order to discourage it. O’Dea said he has seen people park cars in county ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Jersey City is offering a Summer Fitness Empowerment program for co-ed youth ages 10 to 16, promising a summer of fun and growth. The program will take place at Pershing Field at 201 Central Avenue every Tuesday from July 16 to August 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. The program blends ...
NEW JERSEY — New Jersey dropped six spots in CNBC’s “America’s Top States for Business in 2024” list, from No. 19 in 2023 to No. 25 this year. The Garden State’s overall ranking placed it below neighboring states New York (No. 22) and Pennsylvania (No. 17) on the list. New Jersey outranked ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Salvation Wellness, a local massage therapy business in Jersey City, has been recognized for being open for over a decade. At a meeting in late June, the Jersey City Municipal Council approved a resolution honoring the 10th anniversary of Salvation Wellness located at 30 Provost ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Don’t miss Summer Fest Shows at Liberty State Park! The concerts take place on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Liberty State Park’s South Lawn at 200 Morris Pesin Drive near the picnic area. On Sundays, they take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at the North Cove Field off of Audrey ...
NEW JERSEY — Dengue, a virus spread to people through mosquito bites, has infected at least 47 people in New Jersey this year, according to the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said, as of Thursday, there have been at least 2,559 cases ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ-Jersey City officials have approved an emergency contract to quickly fix a broken air conditioning system at a local firehouse. The Jersey City Municipal Council approved a resolution in late June authorizing an emergency contract with McCloskey Mechanical Contractors, Inc for ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ-The Mobile Recreation Van will soon be making it rounds to a Jersey City park near you. Operated by the Department of Recreation and Youth Development, the van will be stopping at local parks from July 15 to August 16 from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. on weekdays. On Mondays, the van ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Jersey City has accepted grant funding meant to help support COVID-19 testing and related activities. The Jersey City Municipal Council approved a resolution in late June accepting the funds from the New Jersey Association of County and City Health Officials ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Healthier JC is hosting a complimentary rabies vaccination clinic for New Jersey residents. On-site dog licensing will also be offered for $10. The event will take place on Saturday, July 13 from 2 to 6 p.m. at City Hall at 280 Grove Street. Proof of residency and the ...