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By TAPINTO.NET STAFF
March 6, 2024
WESTFIELD, NJ — Westfield is under a flood watch beginning at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, until 6 a.m. Thursday, March 7, according to the National Weather Service. About 1 to 3 inches of rain are expected to fall, it said. “Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams ...
UNION COUNTY 2024, NJ — The county social services director says efforts are underway to address housing instability as data is reviewed from the 2024 Point in Time Count, a yearly census of unsheltered and sheltered individuals. Seven teams made up of county staff, government officials and ...
WESTFIELD — Several Westfield residents reported losing money to fraudsters and scammers last week, police said Tuesday. On Feb. 26, a resident on the 900 block of Prospect Street informed police of a fraudulent cash withdrawal from her bank account, police said. The resident told police that an ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — A window was smashed and a woman’s purse was stolen from a vehicle parked at Tamaques Park last week, police said Tuesday. On Feb. 27, a resident from Iselin reported that her vehicle was burglarized while she was visiting the park, police said. The victim told police that she ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — With new initiatives, more residents are stopping by the library to not only read, but engage with new programs and community events, said Library Director Allen McGinley. In McGinley’s “Director’s Report,” he writes that increased activity can be seen across the board at the ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Five Westfield High School seniors have been named 2024 National Merit Finalists, Westfield Public Schools announced Monday. Westfield High School 12th graders Jacob Blaustein, Yenjay Hu, Kathryn Kengeri, Tage Mehta and Nathan Reynders have advanced as finalists in the 2024 ...
WASHINGTON, DC — More than 61,000 pounds of a popular item sold at Trader Joe's are being recalled due to possible contamination with foreign materials, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced. Approximately 61,839 pounds of Trader Joe's ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — The Westfield public school district is getting a raise, courtesy of Gov. Phil Murphy. Murphy and Acting Education Commissioner Kevin Dehmer visited Charles and Anna Booker Elementary School in Plainfield to announce $11.7 billion in funding to support equal access to education ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Proposed amendments clarify language in two separate land use ordinances that are related to the size and placement of outdoor business signage. The Westfield Town Council unanimously voted to introduce two ordinances at its meeting on Tuesday. Under Ordinance No. 2024-05, ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — A Superior Court judge has concluded that the Westfield Advocates for Responsible Development “failed to meet their burden” in proving their claims against the town in their lawsuit challenging One Westfield Place. A new study predicts that enrollment in Westfield Public Schools ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Roosevelt Intermediate School’s upcoming “The SpongeBob Musical” is sure to be just as sought-after as the Krabby Patty formula itself. Working behind the scenes of the musical is an almost entirely new team, with it being Jenna Burke’s first time directing a Roosevelt production ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — It's a Leap Day baby for sure. The first of two American bald eagle eggs laid in the nest atop a 90-foot Sycamore tree in a wooded area along the Raritan River at Duke Farms cracked open over the course of several hours during the afternoon and early evening hours of Leap Day ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Don Sammet, Westfield’s town planner, shared a public presentation at the council’s meeting on Tuesday to discuss recent development projects and the town’s affordable housing plan. “Annually we are required to discuss at a public meeting, we’ve chosen the council meeting in the ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — As if getting over the hump wasn't enough, the Westfield boys hockey team couldn’t get anything past Manalapan junior goaltender Christian Esposito. After a scoreless first period, senior forward Michael Schmelzer scored off an assist from senior forward Josh Kushnir at 6:33 of ...
MANVILLE, NJ — In a recent announcement, Valairco Heating & Cooling joyfully shared the news of achieving a significant milestone — their 56th Anniversary in business! “We’re thrilled to have you with us on this incredible journey, as we remain dedicated to providing top-notch heating and ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Firehouse Two at 1029 Central Avenue could expand and become the new headquarters for the Westfield Fire Department, officials said Tuesday. The Westfield Town Council unanimously approved two resolutions and introduced a special bond ordnance to enable the purchase of the ...
FANWOOD, NJ — Glenn Stuart, one of Fanwood's best known and most loved residents and the lead singer of Bruce Springsteen tribute band, B Street Band, lost his long battle with lung cancer on Wednesday, Feb. 28. Stuart had been battling cancer since 2020 and was surrounded by his wife, Grace, his ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Roof assessment and air conditioning improvements to tech closets could help address infrastructure issues at district schools. The Westfield Board of Education unanimously approved both agenda items at its meeting on Feb. 20. Board members Sahar Aziz and Leila Morrelli were ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — This athlete is a defensive leader on the ice for the girl’s hockey team at Westfield High School. Junior Shoshana Handwerker is this week’s Andy Heinz and The Westfield Legacy Agency’s Allstate Westfield Athlete of the Week. Coach Matt Gaultieri described Handwerker as a ...
TRENTON, NJ — The Senate Education Committee has advanced a proposal to allow some school districts to ask voters to raise local property taxes over the current 2% cap to cover reductions in state support for the district. Districts facing cuts in state aid or spending below the state’s ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — A Superior Court judge has concluded that the Westfield Advocates for Responsible Development “failed to meet their burden” in proving their claims against the town in their lawsuit challenging One Westfield Place. The lawsuit was filed against the town by the Westfield ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Don’t miss your chance to sign up for Westfield’s annual Easter Egg Hunt in Mindowaskin Park March 23, sponsored by the Optimist Club and Westfield Police Department. Slots for the egg hunt are available by age group, with a special time for children with special needs, from noon ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — A new policy changes the standard of evidence that’s required for students reporting an incident of sexual harassment at schools in Westfield. The Westfield Board of Education unanimously voted to adopt the policy at their meeting on Feb. 20. Board members Sahar Aziz and Leila ...
UNION, NJ — After 44 years in Union, Tiff's Burger & Alehouse will be closing their doors at the end of March, according to a social media post from the restaurant. “The Romanelli brothers would like to thank our loyal staff and the great people of Union and surrounding areas for your ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy unveiled a $55.9 billion budget Tuesday — the largest ever — that he told a joint session of the Legislature would “ensure New Jersey retains its proud reputation as the best place, anywhere, to raise a family.” The spending plan for Fiscal Year 25 increases school ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Westfield firefighters extinguished a single-vehicle fire near a residence Tuesday around 7:34 a.m., according to the fire department. Fire Chief Michael Duelks said that firefighters were called to the 700 block of Lawrence Avenue in response to a Jeep on fire. The vehicle, ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — A new policy establishes guidelines for disruptive actions, assemblies and speech on school grounds. The Westfield Board of Education moved to adopt the policy, 5520 Disorder and Demonstration, at their meeting on Feb. 20. Charles Gelinas was the only member to vote no. Board ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — A group has been gathering each Sunday morning at Tamaques Park for Run for Their Lives, a walk in honor of the men, women and children who were taken from Israel during the terrorist attacks on Oct. 7 and remain held hostage in Gaza. Scott Kessler of Westfield has been one of ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Six people are running for three seats on the Westfield school board in the upcoming election. Incumbents Sonal Patel and Leila Morrelli and newcomers Lindsay Bezalel, Brad Schaeffer, Mark Shore and Julie Steinberg filed petitions for candidacy as of the deadline on Monday at 4 ...
UNION, NJ — The Union County Saint Patrick’s Day parade is less than two weeks away. The annual parade will be held on Saturday, March 9 in Union. The parade will begin on Morris Avenue, at Commerce Avenue, and will proceed on Morris, making a right turn on Stuyvesant Avenue and then proceeding ...
