TOP LOCAL News
By ALLEY SHUBERT
July 3, 2025
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg Mayor Randy Piazza, Jr. says the town is exploring a potential Public-Private Partnership (P3) for a new municipal building. Previously reported, representatives from Johnson Controls and DMR Architects presented the potential benefits of a P3 agreement before the ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - On Saturday, June 21, 2025, shortly before 6 a.m., the Phillipsburg Police Department responded to Brainard Street for a report of a possible stabbing. According to reports obtained by TAPinto via the Open Public Records Act (OPRA), Marquis W. Pierce, 35, of Phillipsburg, NJ, was ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Summer has officially arrived, and with it, the vibrant bounty of local farms and artisans return to the Farmers Market in Phillipsburg. The TAPinto staff stops by nearly every week, but this week, found so much, its worth talking about. Even more so, taking the time to ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy signed a record $58.8 billion fiscal year 2026 budget into law late Monday night.“This budget exemplifies our dedication to fiscal responsibility, affordability, and opportunity for all New Jerseyans," Murphy's office said in a news release early Tuesday morning.The ...
CAMDEN – Normally, dozens of Jeeps adorned with the Puerto Rican flag and other red, white and blue items are not seen at Cooper’s Poynt Park on a Sunday morning, nor is the aroma of roasting pork present, either. But then this was not just any Sunday – it was the day of the 68th Annual Puerto ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Mayor Randy Piazza, Jr. shared progress is being made at Delaware River Park as the Town of Phillipsburg prepares for necessary environmental remediation work. The space was once a town dump, before it was capped and turned into a park in 1986. A third-party is currently ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A street name change in Phillipsburg has led to mail and packages delivered to incorrect addresses in three municipalities. In 2024, the Phillipsburg Town Council approved the renaming of Kneedler Avenue in town to Richard Williams Way. Phillipsburg Housing Authority resident Ray ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in relation to a report of shots fired, leading to three individuals fleeing the scene on foot. On Monday, June 30, 2025, at approximately 1:49 a.m., patrol was dispatched to the area of Mercer Street at River ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg Town Council unanimously passed a resolution Wednesday night authorizing a contract with Van Cleef Engineering Associates for professional planning services. Resolution 2025-125 will provide expert planning from Van Cleef Engineering to help the town update its ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Warren County Habitat for Humanity has received official approval from the Phillipsburg Land Use Board for a site plan waiver and six variances, clearing the way for a new single-family home on Bullman Street. Over the last few months, Warren County Habitat for Humanity has come ...
WARREN COUNTY, NJ – On Friday June 13, 2025, Officer Alex DiCairano of the Hackettstown Police Department, was recognized as New Jersey District 7’s Law Enforcement Hometown Hero. Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) launched his second annual Law Enforcement Hometown Heroes initiative in ...
GREENWICH, NJ – Nearly forty Phillipsburg High School seniors embarked on a heartwarming "walk down memory lane" June 5, 2025, returning to their roots at Greenwich Elementary School. The event, coordinated by Dorothy O'Neil, saw the soon-to-be graduates revisit the hallways and classrooms where ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A Phillipsburg man was arrested after authorities witnessed him attacking three victims inside of a Warren County home. On Saturday, June 21, 2025 at approximately 5:45 a.m., the Phillipsburg Police Department responded to Brainard Street for a report regarding a stabbing. Upon ...
WARREN COUNTY, NJ– The Warren County Prosecutor’s Office announces office staff will be distributing gun locks at the Warren County Bicentennial Celebration on June 28, 2025. With 500 free safety kits, kits will be distributed to local residents while supplies last. Safety kits will include a ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - As the Fourth of July approaches, Phillipsburg has a variety of local opportunities to get into the patriotic spirit! From decking yourself out in red, white, and blue to stocking up on delicious treats and fresh produce for your holiday feast, there's something for everyone to ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - On the afternoon of June 26, 2025, Norwescap celebrated the grand opening of the Phillipsburg Fresh Stop Market, marking the launch of an exciting new community initiative. The Phillipsburg Fresh Stop Market is officially opened to the public three days a week, offering a vibrant ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Town of Phillipsburg and the Phillipsburg Housing Authority have entered a Memorandum of Agreement for increased police services on the authority’s properties. In response to a recent uptick in criminal activity, the Phillipsburg Housing Authority (PHA), located at 530 ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A structure fire at 266 Heckman Street led to three reported injuries and 13 residents who are now temporarily homeless under the assistance of the American Red Cross. Previously reported, on Friday, May 30, 2025, at approximately 4:45 p.m., Phillipsburg Police, Fire, and EMS ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg Town Council voted unanimously on June 11, 2025 to accept a revised report from an independent financial advisor that outlines the town’s aging wastewater infrastructure, requiring an estimated $42 million in required capital improvements, and a potential sale of ...
WARREN COUNTY, NJ - The Warren County Sheriff’s Office is alerting the public of a scam alert involving a jury duty impersonation call. A scammer posing as “Deputy Joshua Hart” called a local professional on June 23, falsely claiming they missed federal jury duty and faced immediate arrest unless ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg Board of Education is looking to open discussions regarding the potential relocation of the Phillipsburg Police Department from the Andover-Morris facility In January 2020, the Phillipsburg Board of Education and the Town of Phillipsburg entered into a lease ...
Phillipsburg, NJ – June 21, 2025 – The National Weather Service (NWS) Mount Holly NJ has issued an Xtreme Heat Warning for several counties in New Jersey, effective from Sunday, June 22nd at 8:00 AM EDT until Wednesday, June 25th at 8:00 PM EDT. Residents in Mercer, Middlesex, Morris, Somerset, ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg youth educator Keely Rehman has been selected as a recipient for the 2025 Healthy & Safe Communities Award. Each year, the Coalition for Healthy and Safe Communities recognizes individuals, schools, groups, law enforcement, and businesses who have gone above and ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A local business owner is speaking out after his building was shut down by town officials earlier this month, raising questions about code enforcement and communication between local government and small businesses. Warren Smith, owner of Drven, a retail space located at 141 ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – On June 21, 2025, U.S. Senator Andy Kim visited Phillipsburg, NJ with a singular goal: to listen. Residing in Southern New Jersey, Kim is familiar with daily challenges but sought a fresh perspective on evolving needs in Northern New Jersey. A tour of Norwescap in Phillipsburg, ...
Phillipsburg, NJ – June 21, 2025 – A collective spirit of civic pride swept through downtown Phillipsburg Saturday, June 21, 2025 as community partners and dedicated volunteers joined forces for the 6th Annual Community Day of Action. Postponed from Earth Day due to a relentless string of rainy ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Despite a weather-related delay, Phillipsburg residents gathered in Shappell Park on June 20, 2025, to celebrate Juneteenth with a day of organized activities and community spirit. Vickie Mendes-Branch, of the local nonprofit Branching Out Foundation, LLC, sponsored the event, ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Previously reported by TAPinto, a traffic stop in Easton, Pennsylvania, on June 13, 2025, turned into a foot pursuit after the suspect, Robert Hollingsworth, fled the scene, eventually plunging into the Delaware River. Hollingsworth was later located and taken into custody by ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - An Easton, Pennsylvania man is facing serious criminal charges in New Jersey in relation to guns, drugs, and armed robbery. Authorities say Isaiah A. Goodwin, 22, of Easton, PA, was arrested twice within a span of four days, according to a statement from the Warren County ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Downtown Phillipsburg is busy again this weekend, offering a variety of events and opportunities for residents and visitors alike. From fresh produce to unique crafts and local delights, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Here are five things happening in Phillipsburg this ...