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By TAPINTO PHILLIPSBURG STAFF
March 15, 2025
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ — A “Lower Taxes, Lower Costs” message is resonating across the County of Warren as Congressman Josh Gottheimer wins the Warren County Democratic Committee endorsement for the 2025 Governors race. Congressman Josh Gottheimer won the Warren County Democratic Committee’s endorsement ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – “ Turn Your Everyday into a Special Day” says owner Laura Huff of Helen’s Floral Shoppe on South Main Street in Phillipsburg. At the heart of community, you'll find Helen's Floral Shoppe, a woman-owned business that has been brightening days for nearly a century. Laura Huff, the ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – "Food is our common ground, a universal experience." - James Beard said it best and the the Phillipsburg Rotary club is using the common ground approach to once again host their annual Corks and Forks event.Organizers said“Please join us for the Phillipsburg Rotary's 16th ...
TRENTON, NJ — Potholes around the state could soon be on the road to recovery. The New Jersey Department of Transportation's (NJDOT) annual statewide pothole repair campaign starts Monday."Over the next couple of months, our priority will be repairing the most significant potholes from this ...
With New Jersey set to host world-class sporting events in the coming years, Governor Phil Murphy has signed legislation to expand the state’s alcoholic beverage licensing framework. The move comes as the state prepares to welcome the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 and the FIFA World Cup 2026, both of ...
EASTON, PA - The parents of missing teen Enci “Aubrey” Wu picketed outside the Northampton County Courthouse in Easton, PA, on March 14, 2025, in response to District Attorney Stephen G. Baratta’s statement that Aubrey’s case is not considered a criminal matter. Aubrey, 14, vanished from her home ...
The year 2021 marked a remarkable milestone for Phillipsburg High School—150 years of education, tradition, and transformation. Since its founding in 1871, the school has witnessed generations of students walk through its halls, evolving through five different locations while maintaining its ...
TRENTON, NJ — A legislative committee signed off on a bill to require New Jersey schools to teach elementary school students cursive handwriting.The legislation is the first step toward reinstituting a statewide policy to teach cursive handwriting to all students by third grade, a move that ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – A Phillipsburg resident raised concerns about the township’s hiring practices at the latest Town Council meeting March 12, 2025, questioning whether positions were being filled fairly and transparently.The exchange took place during the March 12 meeting, when the resident voiced ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Even the seasoned Police Chief Anthony Goodell was overcome with emotion as the children at the Firth Youth Center shared a simple, yet powerful sentiment: "I felt safe today." This moment highlighted the success of the "Meet & Greet" event held Thursday, March 13th, where ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Phillipsburg will officially recognize March 31 as Trans Visibility Day following the passage of a town council resolution. The resolution was introduced by Councilman Lee Clark, who expressed gratitude to his fellow council members for their support.During the March 12 meeting, ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Police officers and one sergeant were honored at Wednesday's council meeting by their department for their superior service including performance excellence, problem-solving expertise, fast action, and bravery. Chief of Police Anthony Goodell presented formal letters of ...
BELMAR, NJ – In a show of appreciation for those who have served in the armed forces, the Borough of Belmar is offering free season beach badges to military veterans for the 2025 summer season. This new initiative aims to provide veterans with easier and more convenient access to Belmar’s scenic ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – In a world often divided, a local brewery in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, is brewing up something big – a global collaboration designed to unite beer lovers and brewers alike. Forget political divides, forget geographical boundaries; Invertase Brewing Company is calling on breweries ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – The Phillipsburg High School auditorium resonated with the sound of local voices on March 10, 2025, as students from across the Phillipsburg area school districts came together for the annual Songfest. The event, a celebration of music and community, featured performances from ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg High School sensational seniors Gavin Hawk and Luke Geleta were state medalists for the second time in their careers and fantastic freshman Ellie Kisslebach became the second Stateliner girl to earn a medal at the NJSIAA individual wrestling championships at ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Phillipsburg Middle School transformed into East High , for the performance of "High School Musical Jr.," a musical production that resonated with themes of friendship, self-discovery, and breaking down social barriers. TAPinto joined the final performance, held at 6:00 PM, ...
WARREN COUNTY, NJ – A 63-year-old Warren County man was arrested at Newark Liberty International Airport on March 2, 2025, following a lengthy investigation into allegations of sexual assault and criminal sexual contact at a local spa. Seung K. Chang of Blairstown was apprehended by the Port ...
TRENTON, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy signed S3990/A5370, which extends the in-person early voting period for primary elections and the challenger appointment deadline. Specifically, the bill appropriates $6 million from the General Fund to extend the in-person early voting period for non-presidential ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg was filled with the arts this past Saturday as the Phillipsburg High School Auditorium opened up to more than band and the theatre groups with their own Talent show on stage March 8, 2025.The PHS Marching Band, under the direction of Adam Josephson, hosted a talent ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg-area’s only theatre, Regal Cinema, is officially closing its doors on Sunday, March 9, 2025. Regal Cinema, located in the Pohatcong Plaza at 1246 US Highway 22 in Phillipsburg, is confirmed to be closing by Regal Cinemas corporate office who verified the last ...
NEW JERSEY — The average property tax bill in New Jersey surpassed $10,000 for the first time ever in 2024.The data was made public in Governor Phil Murphy’s “Budget in Brief” summary of his $58.1 billion annual spending plan for the fiscal year that begins July 1.New Jerseyans now on average pay ...
HOLLYWOOD - Director and screenwriter Sean Baker, who made history Sunday night winning four Oscars at the 97th Academy Awards for his film "Anora" is a New Jersey native and the son of prominent Somerville, NJ attorney Steve Baker.Baker won Oscars for writing, editing, directing and producing ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Two of the Phillipsburg/Belvidere High School relay teams set school records and County Seater senior Matt Beaney qualified for the YMCA Nationals at the NJSIAA Meet of Champions swimming meet at Gloucester Tech on Sunday. The 200-medley relay was seeded 37th with a time of ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Calling all Wildcats, we mean Stateliners. The Phillipsburg Middle School Drama Club is bringing the Disney classic, "High School Musical Jr.," to the stage this weekend, and you know we won't miss it.Prepare for a trip back to East High as students navigate the ups and downs of ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Freshman Zack Swingle qualified for the NJSIAA individual wrestling championships in Atlantic City next weekend and will be one of six wrestlers to represent Phillipsburg High School after finishing in third place at the Region 1 tournament at West Milford High School on ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg embraced the spirit of Mardi Gras with a dazzling masquerade ball on Sunday, March 2, 2025, proving that you don't need Bourbon Street to have a good time. The event, a colorful celebration of community and culture, filled the street with the sounds of New York ...
**Update to original story: Authorities have reported that Collins has been found and is safe as of 2:02 PM March 3, 2025. PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing juvenile. Novalei Collins, 13, of Phillipsburg, was reported ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – It may have been the crisp March air, but it couldn’t dampen the vibrant spirit that had taken over Phillipsburg, New Jersey Sunday. It was a bustling, joyful Mardi Gras celebration, and "Fat Sunday" feast for the passport holders in P’Burg today. The "Throw me somethin', ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Seedings ran true to form as Phillipsburg High School senior wrestlers Gavin Hawk and Luke Geleta brought home championships as top-seeds at the Region 1 championships at West Milford High School on Saturday.In all, the Stateliners will send six boys wrestlers to the state ...