Ice Hockey: Nutley-Columbia Shuts Out Scotch Plains-Fanwood, 2-0
By TAPINTO SOMA STAFF
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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- The Nutley-Columbia co-op ice hockey team struck twice in the final seconds of two periods and held on for a 2-0 victory over Scotch Plains-Fanwood at Codey Arena Friday night.
With 23 seconds left in the first period, Nutley-Columbia (3-1-1) broke the scoreless tie with a goal by Frankl Matrona, who was assisted by both Joe Melillo and Leo Carrillo.
It stayed that way until there were just 20 seconds left in the game, when Melillo connected on an unassisted goal for a 2-0 lead. Nutley-Columbia goalie Johnny Matrona saved all 26 shots that he faced, as Nutley-Columbia outshot Scotch Plains-Fanwood, 35-26.
NJ Assemblyman Jon Bramnick Signals Possible 2021 Run for Governor
By MATT KADOSH
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New Kosher, Vegetarian Restaurant Opening in New Brunswick
By TAPINTO NEW BRUNSWICK STAFF
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — College Ave Café will officially open its doors Tuesday inside the Eva and Arie Halpern Hillel House at 70 College Ave. in the heart of the Rutgers University's campus.
The café will serve a wide variety of kosher cuisine that is both healthy and delicious.
Executive Chef Shirley Poliker, who trained at The French Culinary Institute, has created a menu that combines ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — College Ave Café will officially open its doors Tuesday inside the Eva and Arie ...
Roselle Park Police Officer Involved in Crash Fatally Shoots Himself Sunday
By TAPINTO.NET STAFF
MATAWAN, NJ — An off-duty Roselle Park police officer fatally shot himself in the head after being involved in a crash in Matawan Sunday afternoon, authorities said.
It is with tremendous sadness that Police Chief Daniel J. McCaffery announces the passing of Roselle Park Police Officer Edward Nortrup. Patrolman Nortrup was a 13-year veteran of the Roselle Park Police Department. Patrolman ...
MATAWAN, NJ — An off-duty Roselle Park police officer fatally shot himself in the head after being ...
Five Things to Know About Rutgers' Next President
By CHUCK O'DONNELL
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. - Jonathan Holloway has been many things over his life: Author, athlete, scholar and trailblazer - just to name a few.
Here are five things to know about Holloway, who is set to become the 21st president of Rutgers at a joint meeting of the university's Board of Governors and Board of Trustees on Tuesday:
1. He's an athlete.
Holloway was a highly regarded defensive ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. - Jonathan Holloway has been many things over his life: Author, athlete, ...
Nutley Family Service Bureau Free Counseling Sessions
By TOWNSHIP OF NUTLEY
Nutley, as a community, has suffered a great loss as a result of this weekend's tragic and fatal house fire. The Nutley Family Service Bureau will be offering the following free counseling sessions to assist the community during this difficult time.
They will also be providing support and assistance to the Nutley School district during the week as well.
Open Hours for Community ...
Nutley, as a community, has suffered a great loss as a result of this weekend's tragic and fatal ...
16 Years Later, Lenny Luongo Looks Back with Pride
By MIKE LAMBERTI
Robert Luongo's passing, nearly 16 years ago took from many a good man, with a brilliant mind and a love of family and friends.
But while Robert may have departed this life at the young age of 49, his legacy continues to resonate, according to his older brother, Lenny.
Robert was a 1973 graduate of Belleville High School, where he was captain of the football and track teams. He would attend ...
Robert Luongo's passing, nearly 16 years ago took from many a good man, with a brilliant mind and a ...
Deer Management Program Continues in Essex County's South Mountain Reservation
By TAPINTO WEST ORANGE STAFF
WEST ORANGE, NJ — The 13th annual Essex County Deer Management Program, which aims to revitalize the forest ecology by reducing the number of deer in the area, will continue on Tuesday at South Mountain Reservation in West Orange, Maplewood and Millburn.
The program, which also takes place at the Hilltop Reservation located in Cedar Grove, North Caldwell and Verona, will continue through March ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ — The 13th annual Essex County Deer Management Program, which aims to revitalize ...
Joint Statement of the Nutley Board of Commissioners on the Tragic Park Avenue Fire
By DR. JOSEPH P. SCARPELLI AND THE NUTLEY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
As a follow-up to the Department of Public Safety's initial comments, the Nutley Board of Commissioners offer our condolences to the Russo family on the loss of Amanda and Danny in the tragic fire on Saturday. We also pray for the complete recovery of Mr. Russo.
As we mourn the loss of two of our residents, we must also salute the efforts of our first responders. Nutley Police, Nutley ...
As a follow-up to the Department of Public Safety's initial comments, the Nutley Board of ...
Nutley Board of Commissioners Election Isn't the Only Race in Town, Chamber of Commerce 5K Returns in May
NUTLEY, NJ - Save the date: The annual Nutley Chamber of Commerce 5K returns May 3, 2020.
Traditionally held on the first Sunday in May, the chamber event is the oldest 5K in town.
Registration details, and news about the 2020 beneficiary, will be shared once known.
Since 2016, TAPintoNutley.net has been the only locally owned news organization serving the Township of Nutley, ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Save the date: The annual Nutley Chamber of Commerce 5K returns May 3, ...
Clifton Couple Beat Hawthorne Man with Golf Club in Apparent Road Rage Incident
By REBECCA GREENE
FAIR LAWN, NJ - A Clifton couple beat a 23-year-old Hawthorne man with a golf club in front of Walgreens on River Road in an apparent "road rage" incident, according to Fair Lawn police.
The two men in the incident, Mariusz Czerwinski, 44, and the Hawthorne man went to the hospital after an apparent fight that occurred on River Road at Walgreens in what police are calling a "road rage" ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - A Clifton couple beat a 23-year-old Hawthorne man with a golf club in front of ...