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Press Releases

June 2, 2026

At TAPinto, our mission has always been simple: provide the local news, information, and community coverage that matters most to you.To continue serving our readers as effectively as possible, we're asking for a few minutes of your time to complete our Annual Reader Survey.Whether you're a daily ...

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For the final concert of its 106th season, Maestro Charles Prince will lead the orchestra in works by the great Russian master, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky in a program entitled “Tchaikovsky Festival,” to be held on April 18, 2026, at 7 PM. Tchaikovsky is one of the most famous Russian composers; the ...

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BASKING RIDGE, NJ — ACEing Autism, a national nonprofit that provides tennis programs for children and teens with autism, will return to Basking Ridge this spring following a sold-out inaugural session.The program offers structured, volunteer-supported clinics that pair each participant with a ...

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Woman-Owned Good Karma Dispensary Opens in North Plainfield on Friday, February 6North Plainfield, NJ — February 6, 2026 — Good Karma Dispensary, a woman-owned cannabis dispensary founded by Divya Patel, officially opens its doors in North Plainfield on Friday, February 6, offering a curated ...

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GREEN BROOK, NJ — January 14, 2026 — Abingdon Care & Rehabilitation commemorated the opening of its newly renovated rehabilitation unit with a formal ribbon cutting ceremony on January 14, signaling a new chapter for the facility under the management of AristaCare Health Services.The ceremony ...

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MANVILLE, NJ - Since 2018, Valairco Heating and Cooling has been dedicated to giving back to the community through its Valairco Cares initiative. This program aims to support non-profit organizations that demonstrate exceptional dedication to helping those in need.To date, Valairco has provided 30 ...

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SKILLMAN, NJ — A statewide group of 175+ students ranging from middle school through postgraduates convened on Saturday, January 24th for an AI Hackathon at the Montgomery Innovation Hub, focused on developing innovative solutions to one of New Jersey's most urgent challenges: affordability.The ...

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Students across New Jersey are invited to participate in the AI Hackathon (IRL and Online), an exciting statewide event designed to give students hands-on experience building with artificial intelligence - whether they attend in person near Princeton or virtually from anywhere in the state.This ...

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Travel should feel like a break from everyday pressure, not an extension of it. Yet for many modern travelers, trips are often filled with rushing, overplanning, and constant decision-making. One of the biggest sources of travel stress is movement getting from place to place, coordinating ...

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TAPinto is a network of more than 95 online local news sites covering more than 150 municipalities.  Across our network in New Jersey, we average nearly 1,500,000 readers per month, have more than 425,000 Facebook followers, and approximately 170,000 people receive our daily newsletter.Our readers ...

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GREEN BROOK, NJ — Abingdon Care & Rehabilitation has officially opened a newly renovated rehabilitation unit, marking a significant milestone following the transition to new management by AristaCare Health Services.The opening of the new unit reflects a broader transformation underway at ...

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Plainfield, NJ — AristaCare at Norwood Terrace is proud to announce it has been awarded a 5-Star Overall Rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the highest distinction given to skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers nationwide. This recognition reflects the center’s ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — For most homeowners, heating and cooling companies come and go. But when someone stays with the same HVAC provider for more than 20 years, that loyalty says something meaningful. It speaks to trust earned over time, people who consistently show up, and service that never ...

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On Sunday, November 23, volunteers will host the 58th annual free Thanksgiving dinner at PeopleCare Center for Nonprofits (120 Finderne Ave, Bridgewater) from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Families and individuals in need are invited to enjoy a sit-down meal at no cost. Vegetarian options will be ...

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Construction is progressing rapidly on a new, 100-residence luxury multifamily property, Springfield Greens at 40 Church Mall in Springfield, announced developer Garden Communities. The first buildings have been topped off with additional framing underway at the boutique rental community, which ...

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Come join us for our annual Trunk or Treat! Activities include lots of trunks and treats along with pumpkin painting, face painting and more! Cost: Free to the community Time and day: 2-4pm on Saturday October 25thRain or Shine! 

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Summit, New Jersey - The incumbent Assembly representatives in Legislative District 21, Nancy Muñoz and Michele Matsikoudis, have not responded to multiple invitations to publicly debate challenger Andrew Macurdy, a former federal prosecutor and counsel to the Attorney General. Election Day is two ...

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Across New Jersey, communities are facing rising energy costs, aging infrastructure, and environmental pressures that increasingly strain local budgets. While these challenges touch everyone – homeowners and renters, business owners, and public officials, it is often low-income communities that are ...

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Award-winning Actor, Comedian, and Filmmaker Danny DeVito will return as host of the 17th Annual New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) Induction Ceremony on November 21, 2025, at The Rink @ The Arena at American Dream in East Rutherford. NJHOF will celebrate its newest class of Jersey legends just steps ...

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Summit, New Jersey—Former federal prosecutor and State Assembly candidate Andrew Macurdy is continuing his call to make public transportation a priority in New Jersey, and has released a campaign advertisement drawing a contrast with his opponents’ record on the topic.Macurdy’s ad highlights how ...

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For more than four decades, Our House, a local nonprofit serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential, day, employment and social services, has been building a foundation of opportunity. Strengthened by our community’s continued generosity, passion and belief ...

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Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County (LVSC) Teach English to an adult in your community! No experience required.  Through a network of trained volunteer tutors, LVSC helps adults in Somerset County learn to read, write, and communicate in English.   Virtual and in-person FREE programs:  ...

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Hope 4 Paws Humane Society would like to inform the community of the significant damage our shelter sustained during last week’s severe weather.Moments after the storm passed, our Director of Operations, Josh Reyes, rushed to the shelter, navigating streets littered with downed power lines and ...

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TAPinto is a network of more than 95 online local news sites covering more than 145 municipalities.  Across our network in New Jersey, we average more than 1,600,000 readers per month, have more than 350,000 Facebook followers, and 170,000 people receive our daily newsletter.Our readers are engaged ...

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The Plainfield Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of its acclaimed music director Charles Prince, announces its 106th season filled with many timeless classics. Maestro Prince is entering his 17th season as Music Director.The season opening concert, on October 11, 2025, at 7 PM, is “Happy Birthday ...

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On Sunday, July 13, 2025, volunteers will give out free to-go meals at PeopleCare Center for Nonprofits (120 Finderne Ave., Bridgewater) from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Families and individuals in need are invited to pick up a meal in a takeout bag at no cost. A vegetarian option will be available.

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MANVILLE, NJ - Make your vote count! Nominate your favorite charity or non-profit to win Valairco Care's next giveaway of $500. Voting deadline April 30, 2025.  Click here to nominate your charity or nonprofit.The most recent winner was Dress Express Boutique, an organization that hosts an annual ...

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Community members are invited to come to Willow Grove Presbyterian Church, 1961 Raritan Road in Scotch Plains, for its annual International Dinner and Concert on Saturday, May 3, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm.  This special event begins with a free concert of popular American songs, music from China, and ...

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