TOP LOCAL News
By AUDREY BLUMBERG
January 10, 2025
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Bridgewater-Raritan High School 2023 alum Chris Zou has released his newest film, which draws heavy inspiration from his time as a student in high school.The new film, “Muted,” follows a Chinese-American high schooler studying for a chemistry test late at night. Faced with immense ...
BAYONNE, NJ - When Bayonne’s Jim Pearl ran into Bruce Springsteen at John’s Midtown Tavern during the filming of Deliver Me From Nowhere, a movie about the making of the album Nebraska, it was not the first time he came face to face with The Boss.“Bruce Springsteen stated back in 1986 ‘Remember in ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Alivia Stewart scored 15 points, Aleah Sunkins had 14 and Gianna Mattia added 10 to help lift Frankin to a 49-14 victory over Phillipsburg High School on Thursday night in a Skyland Conference girls basketball game on Thomas Fisher Court. The Warriors took a 30-9 lead at halftime ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg/Belvidere boy’s and girl’s swim teams combined to win 21 of 22 races to rout Warren Hills on Thursday in a Skyland Conference meet at the Phillipsburg Elementary School.Nick Berger won three individual races to pace the boys to a 117-53 victory and senior Violet ...
WARREN, NJ — In an intense and high-scoring matchup on their home court, the Watchung Hills Warriors faced off against the Phillipsburg Stateliners, ultimately suffering a 75-59 defeat after taking a 28-27 lead into the break. This loss brings Watchung Hills' record to 3-5 for the season, while ...
WARREN, NJ — Watchung Hills wrestling suffered its first team loss of the season on Wednesday against Phillipsburg (P), 40-22. The Warriors are now 6-1 on the season. Here’s a breakdown of the results by weight class:- 120 lbs: Cameron Kolakowski (WH) won by major decision over Matthew Velez (P), ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Sophomore Natalya Severs won both of her bouts at 126-pounds and along with Yurri Hines-Wade and Priscilla Mendoza all registered falls when Phillipsburg High School hosted its first official dual or tri-girls wrestling match on Wednesday night since the state sanctioned the ...
Phillipsburg, N.J.---At the onset of each new year, Council takes the opportunity to reorganize itself no matter if the previous November was an election year or not.During Wednesday night's meeting by a 3-2 favorable vote, Council reelected Peter Marino as its President.Voting in support of Marino ...
WARREN COUNTY, NJ - A Warren County man has been accused of sexually assaulting a 9-year-old victim.Authorities say Michael Estler, 32, of Washington, NJ, was identified during an investigation as the suspect regarding an alleged sexual assault of a minor, according to the Warren County ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Shamari Lavacia and Matthew Scerbo Jr. each registered a double-double and freshman Dominic Bracco added 13 points to lead the Phillipsburg High School boy’s basketball team to its sixth consecutive victory by routing host Hamilton West, 74-54, in an independent game on Tuesday ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - East Brunswick's Phil Solomon is a teacher, a bodybuilder, a choreographer, an actor, a dancer, and a model. He is also a current contestant on “Deal or No Deal Island,” a competition show that brings out the best and baddest of its contestants. The show will be on Channel ...
WARREN COUNTY, NJ - As the temperatures are set to plunge, pet owners are reminded on how to keep your four legged friends safe. The NYC Second Chance Rescue Dogs Group is offering some tips on how to keep your pets safe.Keep your pets insideIt is a common misconception that dogs and cats are less ...
WARREN COUNTY, NJ - Nick Berger and Matt Beaney each won a pair of individual events to lead the Phillipsburg/Belvidere boys' swimming team to a 104-66 shellacking of Somerville in a Skyland Conference Raritan Division meet at the Phillipsburg Elementary School on Tuesday.The girl’s team also ...
Phillipsburg ran into the undefeated Belvidere bowling team who swept them in an exciting match at BarDon lanes on Tuesday, Jan 7.Two of the top teams vying for the Skyland Conference title drew in a large, excited crowd. The emerging Belvidere program has built a great rapport with the Stateliners ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A motor vehicle stop led to the arrest of an individual who had an active warrant. On Jan. 5, 2025, at approximately 5:01 p.m., a motor vehicle stop was conducted on Rt. 57 near Lopatcong Elementary School, according to a statement from the Lopatcong Township Police Department.
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Freshman Ellie Kisselbach had another successful run in a tournament as she advanced to the championship bout at 114 pounds on Saturday at the Hunterdon-Warren-Sussex girl's wrestling tournament at High Point High School in Wantage Township.After receiving a first-round bye, she ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Lopatcong Police have been busy. On Jan. 4, 2025, Lopatcong Police conducted a motor vehicle stop on Strykers Rd. off of Rt. 57. At approximately 11:37 a.m., a vehicle was found to have an expired registration. Authorities identified the driver as Kevin Weaver of the First Block ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Lopatcong Township Police Department was dispatched to 201 Strykers Rd. on Dec. 19, 2024, in regard to a female who appeared to be slumped over in a vehicle. At approximately 5:20 p.m., police observed a vehicle parked in a handicap spot directly in front of Good Guy Vapes. A ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — “A Brooklyn Love Story,” a film produced by Westfield resident Jeff Mazzola, is now available for streaming on VOD via Amazon. The film, shot in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, tells a story of family, community and romance.Jeff Mazzola noted the family atmosphere on set, both figuratively and ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – The Phillipsburg Board of Education ushered in a new era during its annual reorganization meeting on Monday, January 6, 2025, at the district's Education Center on Sargent Avenue. With newly elected members taking their oaths and a closely contested vote for board president, the ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Main Street Beer & Liquor officially opened on Jan. 6, 2025, at 366 South Main St. in Phillipsburg. Owner Miranda Moussa shared with TAPinto that a grand opening day will happen in the future once logistics are sorted. The current hours of the store are Monday to Saturday ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Senior point guard Matthew Scerbo Jr. scored 17 points and classmate Jason Abbott dropped 12 points on a career-high tying four 3-point field goals to lift Phillipsburg High School past host Union, 54-45, in an independent boy’s basketball game on Saturday.After losing its first ...
The Pohatcong Township Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a male suspect regarding an ongoing investigation.Anyone with information is highly encouraged to contact Pohatcong Police’s non-emergency number at 908-454-6424 and reference case #2024-013874. Callers may ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Owen Garriques, Massimo Gonzalez, Luke Geleta and Gavin Hawk won all three of their bouts to lead the Phillipsburg High School boy’s wrestling team to three victories over previously undefeated teams at the Cranford Quads on Saturday.Freshman 120-pounder Matthew Velez decisioned ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Salvaged Sip Café is more than just a coffee shop—it’s a community hub where exceptional food and drink meet a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Owned and operated by Anna and Matt Sullivan, the café is celebrating its first year in business and delivering unique flavors and ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Junior Marvin Jaquish continued his remarkable season and Savannah Rutar rolled her season-high game to lead the Phillipsburg High School boy’s and girl’s bowling teams to shutouts of South Hunterdon on Thursday afternoon at the Slocum Bowling Center in Ewing Twp.Jaquish became ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg High School boy’s basketball team finally opened the home portion of its season with a high-flying act that featured seven dunks by four different players as the Stateliners defeated winless Mt. Olive, 71-52, in an independent game on Thursday night on Thomas ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg Town Council President Pete Marino has officially announced his intention to run for re-election in 2025, confirming his position after previously indicating he would not seek a second term at more than one council meeting. Marino reached out to TAPinto Phillipsburg ...
HOLMDEL, NJ – The town of Holmdel is reeling from the tragic loss of one of its own. Twenty-five-year-old Billy DiMaio, was among the 14 people killed in the horrific New Year’s Day terror attack in New Orleans. You can donate to the fundraiser for the family here. A Holmdel High School 2017 ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Town of Phillipsburg announced a trash pickup enforcement will officially begin on Monday, January 13, 2025. The enforcement is a continued commitment to a consistent and efficient application pertaining to town ordinance, the well-being and improved safety of the Department ...