MIDDLETOWN, NJ: A close game for the Middletown North Lions as they come away with a win over the Colts Neck Cougars 51-45. Under Head Coach Kevin Spies, the Lions were able to come out on top of what was a nail biter against the Cougars and Coach Lou Piccola.

Middletown North played a great defensive game led by forward Tommy Giannone who had multiple blocks on the Cougars. While offensively, ...

NEW JERSEY - Get your free test! Four to be exact. 
A nationwide rollout, albeit quite late, is on and there are simple ways to get an at-home COVID-19 test.

Effective Wednesday, the federal government website for free tests will begin accepting orders. 

Omicron had been raging lately but has seen a sharp drop in the last few days with a major reduction on the rate of ...

NEW JERSEY — New Jersey's COVID-19 Rate of Transmission stands at 1.02 on Monday, a dramatic drop since the beginning of the month when it was 1.92 on January 1.  

Anything over 1.0 means COVID-19 is still spreading, the lower the number means any infected person is spreading the virus to fewer people. Trending numbers are moving the right way.

The State Department of ...

NEW JERSEY – New Jersey's Department of Health reported Friday that the COVID-19 Rate of Transmission has fallen again. That's the number that measures how much the COVID-19 virus is spreading. On Friday, it sits at 1.21. Here's how the number is trending lower over the past four days.

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MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: Monmouth County Government held its Annual "Sine Die" and Reorganization Meeting January 6, at Brookdale Community College Arena, in Lincroft.

The event was held both in-person and virtually. The entire Monmouth County Commissioner Board was present in-person; Tom Arnone, Sue Kiley, Lillian Burry, Nick DiRocco and Ross F. Licitra. 

During the meeting ...

Lincroft, NJ - Brookdale Community College has announced the launch of the Toyota Technician Education College Support (TECS) Elite program, a focused automotive technology option now available for Spring Semester registration, that will prepare students for in-demand careers in the automotive industry.

This new program will prepare students to be certified technicians at Toyota and Lexus ...

Oak Hill Academy invites you and your family to attend their January 29, Open House. You can register here.

Oak Hill Academy is a co-educational private school located in Lincroft, New Jersey. Founded in 1981 by current Headmaster and visionary, Mr. Joseph A. Pacelli. Oak Hill Academy is an independent Monmouth County school and is nonsectarian, and nonprofit for grades ...

The Community Healthcare Information Session--All are welcome to join a discussion about classes that lead to careers in healthcare.

Wednesday, January 19
6 pm
Via Zoom

Healthcare workers are in high demand so If you are looking for a career in healthcare, please join on-line via Zoom technology to learn about Brookdale's Healthcare Programs. During this information session ...

MIDDLETOWN, NJ - The Middletown Board of Education reorganized for the year on January 5th. You can read the agenda HERE.

After the Pledge of Allegiance, the board held a Special Moment of Silence for Abby Dunn, a student in the High School South, Multiple Disabilities program. Sadly, Abby passed away on January 3 after a long battle with medical issues. "We extend our deepest ...

NEW JERSEY — Every New Year's Day, free and guided hiking events are offered in state parks across the U.S. It's the perfect way to introduce individuals and families to both the outdoors and a healthy lifestyle. Due to COVID-19, many organized First Day Hikes in 2021 were canceled. In 2022, activities are scheduled to include traditional hikes, self-guided hikes and trail ...

MIDDLETOWN, NJ: Recreation makes community, and community loves recreation! 

The Middletown Recreation 2022 Winter Brochure has fun winter activities at Poricy Park, weekly exercise classes at Croydon Hall, and more! Check it out online or pick it up at the Middletown Recreation offices located at Poricy Park. Register for all events at www.middletownnj.org/signup.

SOUTHERN U.S. -- TAPintoTV visited Atlanta, Memphis and Birmingham, traveling in the footsteps of the great American Civil Rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 

Atlanta is the birthplace of Dr. King, and is also home to the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park. The 35-acre park is comprised of several buildings, and the Visitor Center museum contains multimedia ...

“I came to Brookdale the morning after the moonwalk for my interview,” said Arthur E. Marshall, professor of Education at Brookdale Community College. “They were just taking the horses out of Barn A.”

Professor Marshall and President Dr. David Stout

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: Professor Marshall started making a significant impact when he came to Brookdale in 1969. He ...

Red Bank, NJ: The ongoing pandemic has resulted in an urgent need for blood donations.

The YMCA continues to open its doors to host blood drives.

Advance registration is required:

To make a blood donation appointment at the Red Bank YMCA, click HERE.

To make a blood donation appointment at the Old Bridge YMCA, click HERE.

Give Blood and Save a Life!

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: Founders of Impact 100 Jersey Coast, Deirdre Spiropoulos and Heather Burke have definitely made in an impact in the world of non-profits and charitable giving, in Monmouth County. The impact in fact now stands 400-women strong, granting $2 million to 18 local non-profits, in just six years. 

In 2015, the women brought a unique membership model of giving to ...

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ - On December 20, the Little Silver Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 (LSVFC) generously donated $16,326.00 to the Brookdale Community College Foundation T. J. Bruno Memorial Scholarship for students with disabilities. Tony and Claudia Bruno and family friends Eleanor and Roger Dolan formed the scholarship in memory of their son, who died in 1999 at age ...

MIDDLETOWN, NJ: Project Mrs. Claus, sponsored by the Coconuts Kid Fit Foundation, a Middletown based organization, was able to fulfill hundreds of wishes to local families and children who are experiencing financial hardship during this holiday season. Project Mrs. Claus has been a Middletown tradition since 1994, granting thousands of wishes since then. 

Founder of Project Mrs. Claus, ...

MIDDLETOWN, NJ - Following the trend of municipalities to foster agreements and shared services wherever possible, Middletown will continue to provide Holmdel with animal control services according to a resolution set for approval next Tuesday.

Middletown has provided such services since 2015. The proposed agreement is for three years at a cost of $21,372.50 per year. Shared services help ...

NEW JERSEY - In the end, the loudest voices for unborn children were the democrats who outvoted the republicans in the NJ Assembly and Senate on unfettered abortion.

With Republican leader Jon Bramnick a surprise abstention, and Middletown's Democratic Governor Murphy twice invoking God, Democrat legislators voted on Monday to permanently allow abortion access up ...

The IRS urges taxpayers to check into their options to avoid being subject to estimated tax penalties, which apply when someone underpays their taxes. Taxpayers who paid too little tax during 2021 can still avoid a surprise tax-time bill and possible penalty by making a quarterly estimated tax payment now, directly to the Internal Revenue Service. The deadline for making a payment for the fourth ...

MIDDLETOWN, NJ - Horrific fires in New York City and Philadelphia provide stark warnings for all of us. These cities are mourning the loss of dozens of lives, including men, women and children. 29 people lost their lives and 17 reportedly were children.

Adding to the tragedy are the freezing winter temperatures. Middletown is speaking out and working to ensure the safety of their ...

MIDDLETOWN, NJ - A truck struck an overpass at West Front Street in Middletown. As of 11:20AM delays are expected. No further information was available.

FOX 13 VIDEO ABOVE SHOWS AND LETS YOU HEAR WHAT A CATALYTIC CONVERTER THEFT LOOKS AND SOUNDS LIKE. 

HAZLET, NJ: Our local communities are being targeted for car theft, car smash and loots, like the recent car windows smashed out in Holmdel at Dearborn Farms in broad daylight, for looting, and now car part thefts are on the rise.

They became a national issue in ...

The Community Healthcare Information Session--All are welcome to join a discussion about classes that lead to careers in healthcare.

Wednesday, January 19
6 pm
Via Zoom

Healthcare workers are in high demand so If you are looking for a career in healthcare, please join on-line via Zoom technology to learn about Brookdale's Healthcare Programs. During this information session ...

Red Bank, NJ: The YMCA of Greater Monmouth County is going to give you an incentive to keep you on track with your New Year’s Resolution to stay healthy.

Join in January and get February for FREE!

Membership Includes:

> No Joiner Fee or Contract

> Full Access to 3 State-of-the-Art Wellness Centers in Old Bridge, Red Bank & Freehold

> All Aqua & Group Fitness ...

RED BANK, NJ: IMA Urgent Care & Primary Care of Middletown will host a community blood drive with the American Red Cross on Monday, February 7th from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Tower Hill Church In Red Bank. Save the date for this important event as there is a desperate need for blood. According to the American Red Cross, the blood supply shortage is the worst it has been in over a ...

NEW JERSEY —  Covid-19 whiplash is in full swing. Should you wear a double mask on a beach by yourself or go unmasked to a big party and dance the night away? Such is the irony of living in a Covid-19 world.

In New Jersey, a rash of mostly urban schools are now planning to go remote again while most in Monmouth County are staying open to in-person schooling. Does it make sense ...

NEW JERSEY - In the end, the loudest voices for unborn children were the democrats who outvoted the republicans in the NJ Assembly and Senate on unfettered abortion.

With Republican leader Jon Bramnick a surprise abstention, and Middletown's Democratic Governor Murphy twice invoking God, Democrat legislators voted on Monday to permanently allow abortion access up ...

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL WHO ARE READING THIS THAT CELEBRATE THE BIRTHDAY OF JESUS CHRIST!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO EVERYONE! 

WISHING EVERYONE A VERY HAPPY AND PEACEFUL NEW YEAR!

CHEERS TO 2022! 

COME HOME TO SAINT MARY'S FOR CHRISTMAS: WATCH A BRIEF WELCOME MESSAGE FROM PASTOR JEFF KEGLEY: 

MIDDLETOWN, NJ: Saint Mary, Mother of God Church in Middletown Father Jeff Kegley, Pastor of Saint Mary, Mother of God Church announced that in addition to scheduled in-door masses, the parish will celebrate two IN CAR PARKING LOT CHRISTMAS MASSES. Christmas Eve at ...

The home office deduction allows qualified taxpayers to deduct certain home expenses when they file taxes. To claim the home office deduction on their 2021 tax return, taxpayers generally must exclusively and regularly use part of their home or a separate structure on their property as their primary place of business.

Here are some details about this deduction to help taxpayers determine if ...

HOLMDEL NJ -  Ever throw your money down a rathole?

When it comes to fueling up your vehicle, you may be doing it right now. When it comes to gas prices in the area, it's time to pay attention. Major price increases in gasoline has made for a more astute shopper. While Gas prices are all over the map, there is one company who has given prices a serious cut to earn your ...

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey’s anti-bullying statute, already among the nation’s most stringent, will be strengthened even further under legislation signed into law this month, by Gov. Phil Murphy.

The legislation was championed for years by the parents of Mallory Grossman, a 12-year-old from Rockaway Township who died by suicide in 2017, after what Mallory's family ...

NEW JERSEY: New Jersey’s ban on single-use plastic products is inching closer, prompting local businesses to assess how to continue operation if they are no longer allowed to use plastic bags. P.L. 2020 c117, which was signed into law on November 4, 2020, will go into effect on May 4, 2022. 

The new law, which prohibits the use of single-use plastic carryout bags in all stores and ...

MIDDLETOWN, NJ - What better way to keep the holiday spirit going by recycling your memory filled Christmas Tree at the end of the season? Let the tree live on in an environmentally friendly way by recycling.

 The Middletown Green Team provided a notice to the public that the south zone of town will have a pickup on January 15th and the north will have a pickup on January 22. You can ...

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. In the Bayshore area the schools designated to received funding are Union Beach and Atlantic Highlants Boro, $28,000.00 and 20,000.00 respectively. 

Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation that appropriates a total of $5,150,531 from the “Securing Our ...

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 ...

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 ...