Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Group hopes to heighten awareness of 10 sites in need of preservation funding.
A state historic preservation advocacy group released its list of the most endangered New Jersey sites Wednesday, detailing damage, some Superstorm-Sandy related, that has put 10 landmarks at risk for demolition. Properties that were classified as the "most endangered" have architectural and historic integrity with an identified threat and Preservation New Jersey, the organization that compiled the list, felt their inclusion could potentially help legislators realize the importance in preserving them. Included on the list is Morris County's Glen Alpin property in Harding Township. The Gothic Revival mansion is threatened by a need for sustainable use, according to Preservation New Jersey. The Morris Canal Rockaway River Aqueduct, in …
Homeowner had sought an easement for his well which is located on an adjacent, borough-owned lot.
The borough will put up for auction a non-conforming borough-owned lot which contains the well of the adjacent home. Borough Attorney John Ursin said Wednesday the adjacent lot at 2 Wabash Trail is for sale. During the sale process, the homeowner disclosed that his wellhead is actually located one to two feet inside the adjacent property. The homeowner, through Ursin, asked the borough for an easement to allow the new owner to maintain his well. Councilman Michael Francis objected. “I have not met an easement that I like,” Francis said. Councilman Richard Bunce said the well is not the only encroachment issue with the property, citing walls and other structures that extend into the borough’s vacant lot. All are issues the new property …
Hopatcong will play the No. 1 seeded Ramsey team on Thursday.
Hopatcong (9) went on the road to Glen Rock (8) in their opening round game of the NJSIAA softball tournament on Tuesday. Hopatcong’s ace Sam Kufta struck out nine batters, allowed only three hits on the day and only one hit over the last four innings. Hannah Biebeault contributed a pair of runs while Kelsey and Shelby Spaziani each contributed a pair of hits. The Chiefs will now have their hands full as they go up against the No. 1 seeded team in their group, Ramsey. Ramsey is 22-4 on the season and will be expecting to advance to the finals. Hopatcong will be on the road against Ramsey on Thursday. Follow @PatchSportsNJ on twitter for real time local sports updates and information.
Who’s NOT planning a BBQ this weekend? Here are new ideas for keeping your costs down. Sponsored by Home Depot.
Here at Patch, we like to be thrifty, so we talked to two barbecue experts and uncovered some really good ideas to help you save money on your next outdoor party. Here's their tips on how to save money on your Memorial Day feast. 1. Start with a marinade. This means planning ahead — say, Friday. But it’s worth it, says Rick Browne, host of Barbeque America on PBS, because you can pass up that well-marbled rib eye steak and buy a less tender and less expensive choice to grill like a flank steak or chuck steak. Just marinate it or brine for one or two days and then cook long and slow on the barbecue grill to break down tissues but maintain moisture. “You need to include an acid in the marinade, perhaps juice, vinegar or soy sauce, but …
Playoff opener takes nine innings to find a winner.
Their regular season records were virtually the same, and their playoff seedings were both in the middle of the pack. Neither the Sparta Spartans or River Dell softball teams wanted their seasons to end Tuesday, but only one could win. That's why it took two extra innings of play to find a winner in the North 1, Group 3 playoff opener, where Sparta won 6-5, according to nj.com. Sparta scored the winning run in the bottom of the ninth inning after amassing 10 hits to River Dell's 11, nj.com reported. River Dell scored all its runs in the second inning. Sparta will head to High Point and take on the number 2 seeded team on Thursday, May 23.
New York Yankees and Manchester City have teamed up to bring a new professional soccer team to NYC by 2015.
The New York Red Bulls, who call Harrison their home, will not be the only face of professional footy in the metropolitan area for much longer. New York City is planning to kick the ball around in the MLS come the spring of 2015. Major League Soccer Commissioner Dan Garber announced the birth of the newest franchise in the MLS: the New York City Football Club. The new club will be owned by 2012 Barclay’s Premier League champions Manchester City and the 27 time World Series champion New York Yankees. “This opportunity is huge for us and huge for the city. We will work to deliver good, beautiful football to the fans in New York,” said Manchester City CEO Ferran Soriano. “We are very happy and honored to have the Yankees as partners.” Yankees…
Check person trainers' credentials to avoid any pitfalls.
Do you lack the motivation to exercise on your own? Would you like to design your own exercise program? Do you have specific exercise goals? If so, hiring a personal trainer may be just what you need. A personal trainer will design the right workout plan to help you set and meet your goals. In addition, a personal trainer will teach you proper techniques, keeping you safe from injury and helping you get the most out of your workout. AOL Health offers some tips on selecting a personal trainer: Finding a trainer: Contact your local gym or fitness center, which often offer personal training packages for an additional fee. Look for trainers online, in your local newspaper or Yellow Pages. Some trainers may be willing to travel to your home. (…
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Council still trying to resolve Superstorm Sandy issues.
Enough is enough. Faced with delay after delay, the Township Council instructed township attorney Thomas Ryan last week to write a letter to Service Electric Cable Television Inc. demanding the company send a representative to appear before the board. The township has been trying since last fall to meet with cable officials to discuss the service outage and a possible refund for Sparta residents. Ryan was instructed to offer the company a choice of two meeting dates to discuss with the council the company’s performance during Superstorm Sandy. Service Electric has a 10-year contract with Sparta. Following the damaging storm, Sparta residents have appeared several times at council meetings to complain about the cable company, including…
New foundation formed by cancer patient's daughter to help fund research for rare form of adrenal cancer.
About this sponsorship: In honor of the 60th anniversary of Sir Edmund Hillary’s historic ascent of Mount Everest, Patch and Grape-Nuts are teaming up to highlight those who inspire people around them to climb their own mountains. Linda Gannon got an unusual gift for Christmas last year: a certificate and a promise that her family would start a foundation in her name to fund research for curing the rare form of cancer that she has. The 52-year-old has adrenal cancer, an aggressive disease that affects her adrenal glands. Only about one person in a million suffers from adrenal cancer, according to Michele Gannon, Linda Gannon's daughter and the 25-year-old president of the ACC C.U.R.E. Foundation, which was formed in Gannon's name. Gannon, …
Donating money to organizations that help victims is quick and easy.
Americans across the country are reacting with shock to the devastation caused by a 2-mile-wide tornado in Oklahoma. Dozens have died, and President Obama has declared the path of the tornado a major disaster area. If you would like to help, you can do so from your computer or mobile device right now. Patch will be posting stories of locals who are working to help victims from afar. If you know of someone local was affected by the tornado or who is working to help the victims, please contact your local editor.
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2:42 pm on Friday, May 24, 2013
Well I blame Christie for this. He want to be governor again. Yea right? Well I am not going to vote for him. more ›