TAPinto

TAPinto.net is a network comprising over 70 franchised local and specialized online newspapers across New Jersey, New York, and Florida, attracting more than 7 million readers in the past year. Each website is managed by a local owner or publisher, dedicated to delivering unbiased, original local news on a daily basis. The current franchise owners range from business leaders and public relations experts to journalists, traditional newspapers, nonprofits, and educational institutions. Founded in October 2008 by Michael and Lauryn Shapiro, TAPinto was created to offer residents of their community an independent, all-digital source for local news. Today, TAPinto serves more than 100 communities in New Jersey, New York, and Florida, and has received accreditation from the New Jersey Press Association. TAPinto is committed to giving back to the community. In the last year, the organization has contributed over $250,000 in marketing and advertising support to various charitable groups, including Susan G. Komen North Jersey, Relay for Life, March of Dimes, Family Promise, and the Housing and Community Development Network of NJ, among others. Additionally, TAPinto's staff and franchisees actively participate in numerous local organizations, such as Rotary and the Chamber of Commerce. TAPinto provides a range of marketing services, including content marketing, native advertising, social media promotion, exclusive sponsorships, branded content, email marketing, and conventional online advertising.

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Spotswood Mayor Rich O'Brien Declares Monday, April 28 Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Awareness Day

7 hours ago | tapinto.net | Dawn Miller

SPOTSWOOD, NJ - At the April 21 meeting of the Spotswood Borough Council, Spotswood Mayor Rich O'Brien read a proclamation declaring Monday, April 28, to be Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Awareness Day in honor of borough resident Asher Garcia. The proclamation encouraged residents to wear blue, pink, yellow or white on Monday to help spread awareness about the birth defect. O'Brien also declared Saturday, April 26, to be Asher Garcia Day.
Pull up a Chair to Savor a Taste of South Plainfield

18 hours ago | tapinto.net | Dawn Miller |Darlene Cullen

SOUTH PLAINFILED, NJ - Get ready to relish the culinary delights the borough has to offer at the 10th annual Taste of South Plainfield on Wednesday, May 7 at St. Stephen Church from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This flavorful 21-and-over event is sponsored by the South Plainfield Business Association and provides residents and area foodies with the ideal opportunity to sample borough restaurants all in one place.
South Plainfield High School Boys Tennis Rolls Past Middlesex for Fifth Straight

1 day ago | tapinto.net | Dawn Miller |Darlene Cullen

MIDDLESEX, NJ - South Plainfield High School's boys tennis team continued to dominate on Tuesday, defeating Middlesex High School at Mountain View Park 5-0 for the Tigers' fifth straight victory. The Tigers win improved the team's overall season record to 6-1. South Plainfield has won the Greater Middlesex Conference's Blue Division for the past two seasons and is currently in second place behind Piscataway High School. The Tigers' only loss of the season was to Piscataway.
Chargers Boys Tennis Loses to Undefeated Piscataway

1 day ago | tapinto.net | Dawn Miller

PISCATAWAY, NJ - The Spotswood High School varsity boys' tennis team was back on the court on Tuesday, taking on undefeated Piscataway High School. Spotswood lost to the Greater Middlesex Conference Blue Division-leading Piscataway 5-0. The loss dropped the Chargers' overall season record to 1-6. This is Spotswood first season back in the Blue Division after winning consecutive Gold Division titles. Aidan Levy lost his first singles match to Eric Lindsay, 6-0, 6-0.
Chargers Softball Falls to St. Thomas

1 day ago | tapinto.net | Dawn Miller

EDISON, NJ - The Spotswood High School girls varsity softball team lost the second of a home-at-home to St. Thomas Aquinas High School on Tuesday 9-1. Ava Mormile took the loss on the mound for the Chargers, pitching five innings and giving up eight runs on 12 hits. Mormile, who earned her 500th career strikeout last week, had three strikeouts. Lily Cunningham spent time on the mound for the Chargers, pitching one inning and giving up two hits with one strikeout.
Woodbridge Cop Exonerated in 2023 Domestic Violence Arrest

1 day ago | tapinto.net | Dawn Miller

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — A Middlesex County grand jury has decided not to file criminal charges against Woodbridge police Officer Hector Rivera for his alleged use of a non-fatal chokehold during a Feb. 11, 2023 domestic violence arrest. The grand jury’s decision came on April 9 after the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office presented evidence under the direction of the NJ Attorney General’s Office of Public Integrity & Accountability.
Assemblywoman Tennille McCoy to Host StayNJ Informational Session at Hamilton Library This Thursday

1 day ago | tapinto.net | Steve Lenox

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South Plainfield High School Girls Lacrosse Edged out by Edison

1 day ago | tapinto.net | Dawn Miller |Darlene Cullen

EDISON, NJ - The South Plainfield High School girls lacrosse team was back on the field on Tuesday to take on Edison High School. South Plainfield lost to Edison 9-7. Emily Lopez netted a hat trick after recording her 100th career goal on April 19. Lopez is now at 504 goals and counting. The senior also won four draw controls in the game. Amber Olsen had a big game too, for the Tigers with one goal, three assists and two ground balls. Megan Mehl had a goal and two ground balls for South Plainfield.
Make a Date with Health this Spring at the 2025 Mayor's Community Health Fair

1 day ago | tapinto.net | Dawn Miller |Darlene Cullen

SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - With busy schedules, many residents put off those health screenings that give doctors a window into overall health. The time to get general health screenings isn't necessarily when there's a problem. So, be proactive by saving the date for the Community Health Fair at the South Plainfield Senior Center on Friday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The upcoming health fair is hosted by the South Plainfield Mayor's Wellness Committee and sponsored by Hackensack Meridian Health.
Chargers Sweep Home-at-Home Series with Middlesex in Extra Innings

1 day ago | tapinto.net | Dawn Miller

SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Carter Cumiskey smacked a double to drive in the winning run in the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Spotswood High School varsity baseball team a 1-0 victory over Middlesex High School. Ryan Orth was on base with a single and scored the game-winning run to end eight innings of scoreless ball. Cumiskey pitched eight innings for the Chargers, giving up six hits and striking out seven. Will Buchan picked up the victory on the mound, pitching the final inning for Spotswood.