Union County announces exciting lineup of events for 2024 Hispanic Heritage Month

UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites all residents, family and friends to join in the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month this fall. The month-long observance of Latino and Hispanic culture will be commemorated through a series of events, including a captivating art exhibit showcasing vibrant pieces by Hispanic artists, […]

Cranford Community Center pre-K programs help develop gross motor skills

Cranford Community Center pre-K programs help develop gross motor skills

CRANFORD, NJ — Gross motor skills are an important part of development for young children. The Cranford Community Center is offering an array of programs for children in the preschool age group to assist in developing gross motor skills through fun, engaging classes. Registration is open now for fall classes on Community Pass. • Education […]

September is Summit First Aid Squad Month

September is Summit First Aid Squad Month

SUMMIT, NJ — In keeping with a longstanding tradition, Mayor Elizabeth Fagan issued a proclamation designating September as “Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad Month” in the city. The proclamation comes as the squad prepares to launch its annual fund drive, which will be mailed on Saturday, Sept. 14. Since it was formed in 1962, the […]

Study to examine literacy and learning loss among elementary students

Study to examine literacy and learning loss  among elementary students

UNION, NJ — Kean University signed an agreement last week with New Jersey officials to facilitate a study of literacy and learning loss among elementary students as lawmakers work to improve educational outcomes for children statewide. Gov. Phil Murphy last week signed into law two pieces of legislation to bolster literary education across the state. […]

Fundraiser hosted at Crossroads for Imagine

Fundraiser hosted at Crossroads for Imagine

GARWOOD, NJ — Contagious Laughter Improv Troupe recently performed a show at Crossroads in Garwood with all proceeds going to Imagine, A Center for Coping with Loss. They lived up to their name and there was lots of laughter as they acted out scenarios provided by the audience. One participant said, “I couldn’t stop laughing […]

The Mercy House gives away more than 500 backpacks, school supplies to children in need

The Mercy House gives away more than 500 backpacks, school supplies to children in need

NEWARK, NJ — Ahead of the rapidly approaching school year, the Archdiocese of Newark’s Mercy House distributed more than 500 new backpacks filled with school supplies during its annual Back-to-School Giveaway at locations in Newark, Jersey City and Elizabeth in August. More than 300 backpacks were handed out in Newark on Tuesday, Aug. 13, while […]

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