PATERSON, NJ – Paterson Young Men’s High School, a new all-boys school that will open in September 2023, was approved by the Paterson Board of Education at their Wednesday Workshop meeting. According to the resolution, an all-boys high school will focus on specific learning styles of boys, and capitalize on boys’ natural curiosity and energy by incorporating movement and ...

RED BANK, NJ - More than 120 rising 9th-12th graders from College Achieve Public Charter School (CAPS)--a network of public charter schools serving predominantly low-income students of color in Paterson, Plainfield, North Plainfield, Neptune Township and Asbury Park –returned last week from summer school at some of the best universities in the nation as well as ...

PATERSON, NJ – On Friday, Mayor Andre Sayegh, Public Safety Director Jerry Speziale and Fire Chief Brian McDermott honored Anthony Marcum and Nakesha McPherson-Marcum, for their efforts to save the life of an injured motorist following a crash that took place on July 23.

The married couple was riding with their motorcycle club when one of their members was struck by a vehicle in the ...

PATERSON, NJ – Paterson officials and residents joined together to celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday with multiple block parties that featured music, food and games for children in all six wards. National Night Out is celebrated throughout the United States on the first Tuesday in August in order to increase awareness of local programs as well as allow residents to ...

PATERSON, NJ – Talents to Business is presenting a Business Networking and Empowering Event on August 20 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Christopher Hope Center to discuss turning your talents into a business. 

The event was created by Tshon Wells, owner of Wells Cleaning, to help other people get the tools they need to start their very own business and become successful.

PATERSON, NJ – As the fight against the opioid epidemic continues in Paterson, local officials and stakeholders have consistently introduced tools to slow down, and eventually stop, the flow and use of the illegal narcotics in the city. These tools include the creation of the Opioid Response Team (ORT) which is comprised with a police officer, firefighter EMT and ...

NEW YORK, NY - The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a heat advisory for our area through 8 pm. Tuesday Aug. 9.

The hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat-related illness to occur, especially to vulnerable populations and the elderly. On Monday and Tuesday, expect daytime temperatures to reach the mid-90s. 

 A Heat Advisory is issued when the combination of heat and ...

PATERSON, NJ – A Belleville man was arrested on Tuesday in relation to a shooting that took place on July 26 in the area of East 28th Street and 7th Avenue, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes and Paterson Police Chief Ibrahim Baycora announced. 

As previously reported, at about 2:00 p.m on the day of the incident, members of the Paterson Police Department responded ...

PATERSON, NJ - An operation to rid Paterson’s streets of illegal motorcycles, dirt bikes, and ATV’s led to confiscation of eight of the vehicles on Saturday, as well as the issuance of 25 motor vehicle summonses and one arrest. 

“The reckless operation of these gas powered motorcycles, dirt bikes, and ATVs has plagued the residents of this City for years as they operate ...

PATERSON, NJ – An arrest has been made following a Thursday incident in which an armed Paterson man reportedly jumped from the bushes and sexually assaulted a man and woman at the Great Falls National Park. 

According to Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes and Paterson Police Chief Ibrahim Baycora the victims, a woman and man, located a Paterson Police Officer in the ...

NEWARK, NJ — Hospital-based violence intervention programs (HVIP) across New Jersey that assist crime victims after they’re discharged from the hospital have helped save countless lives by providing crucial follow-up services.

Now, the lack of a long-term funding solution for these programs could put more people put at-risk without help from the state.

“Our goal is trying ...

PATERSON, NJ – On July 29, the friends of the late Nelly Celi.  announced the formation of Nelly’s Nest Inc., a not-for-profit organization created in honor of the longtime Paterson resident and education advocate that passed away suddenly in 2021. The announcement, made on the first death anniversary of the Peruvian community leader's death, was hosted at ...

PATERSON, NJ - The Men of Lambda Upsilon Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. supported the Rev. Dr. Frank Napier 5K Walk Run in Paterson on Saturday, July 30.

Dr. Napier became a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. in 1960. He was active in the community by coaching and serving as a district chairperson for the Passaic County Boy Scouts of America. He was also an active member of the ...

PATERSON, NJ – Seven candidates, including three incumbents, are set to appear on the November ballot for three spots on the Paterson Board of Education.

TAPinto Paterson reached out to all seven to get their thoughts on the race.

The seven individuals are: Akkeem Dunham, Corey Teague, Della McCall, Vincent Arrington, Valerie Freeman, Emanuel Capers and Eddie ...

PATERSON, NJ – In response to Monday evening’s assault at Masjid Abu Baker on Preakness Ave, where worshipers were pelted with rocks while they were praying, Mayor Andre Sayegh, Public Safety Director Jerry Speziale, Passaic County Sheriff Richard Berdnik, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes and members of the Paterson City Council announced their joint efforts to ...

PATERSON, NJ - It should come as no surprise that technology is now an essential part of our everyday lives. One of the best things about technology is the variety of jobs created in the industry. The Information Technology (IT) field is an exciting, challenging, and rewarding one with plenty of growth opportunities, and the chance to build a life changing, well paying, and highly satisfying ...

PATERSON, NJ-  Eastside Park was a sea of black, gold and green as thousands descended on the lower field for the annual two-day Jamaica Day Festival on Saturday.

Former Paterson Councilman Bill McKoy once again reprised his role as the titular head of the Caribbean nation’s vibrant Diaspora, leading the festivities as attendees enjoyed the music, food, and fun that helped mark ...

PATERSON, NJ - Senior citizens in Paterson are invited to attend City Green’s “Senior Day” at the Veggie Mobile at Lou Costello Park on Tuesday, August 9th from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm.

The Paterson Division of Senior Services will be at the Veggie Mobile registering adults aged 60 years and older for Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (Senior FMNP) checks. Seniors who apply ...

PATERSON, NJ – Mayor Andre Sayegh joined members of the Al-Khawald family to cut the ribbon on the newest restaurant in Paterson’s Palestine Way on Tuesday. The family of nine siblings fled to Jordan from Syria in 2012 and received visas to come to the United States in 2016.

“Today we’re here to celebrate the American Dream,” Sayegh said. “Ever since ...

PARAMUS, NJ — Sen. Joseph Lagana has three main inspirations for wanting to keep New Jersey's children safe at school.

"I try to use my real-life experience and apply it to my job as a legislator," Lagana (D - District 38) told TAPinto. "And part of (that) is being a father and having three kids."

When he takes his daughters — who are headed into ...

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey's hospital-based violence intervention programs (HVIPs) are getting a big financial boost.

Gov. Phil Murphy and Acting Attorney General Matthew Platkin announced Monday the programs, which help and support victims of violence, will receive $10 million in federal American Recovery Plan (ARP) funds.

“The Paterson Healing Collective is pleased to ...

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey's State Parole Board is teaming up with Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care to help offenders struggling with substance use disorder, both before and after their release.

"We're confident that this is something that could be life-changing to a lot of people," State Parole Board Chairman Samuel J. Plumeri, Jr. told TAPinto.