RAHWAY, NJ — Young hearts from Franklin Elementary School’s Blue & Gold Club are spreading warmth and comfort this winter, one “Mug of Love” at a time. The club delivered its thoughtful creations to bring a touch of joy and positivity to patients and families facing challenging times. Filled with coffee, tea, hot cocoa, snacks […]
RAHWAY, NJ — This holiday season, the Blue and Gold Club at Franklin Elementary School wasn’t just spreading cheer among classmates – they were bringing festive spirit to residents of the Rahway Senior Center. In a heartwarming display of creativity and community service, the young members handcrafted unique Christmas trees made entirely from pine cones. […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Municipal Task Force, an initiative by the Union County Prosecutor’s Office in conjunction with the Union County Police Chiefs Association, in partnership with the National Insurance Crime Bureau, local municipalities, local law enforcement agencies and local businesses, is launching a comprehensive Catalytic Converter Etching Program to combat the […]
TRENTON, NJ — On Monday, Jan. 8, the Attorney General’s Office released the identity of the driver who died in a police-involved shooting on the Garden State Parkway in Woodbridge, on Thursday, Dec. 28. The decedent has been identified as Kevin Harlfinger, 40, of Perth Amboy. According to the preliminary investigation, officers from the Cranford […]
CLARK, NJ — The Arthur L. Johnson Athletic Department recently had its 2023 Fall Athletic Awards. All the fall athletic teams and its seasons were highlighted by its coaches while all athletes received letters and awards. More than 189 varsity athletic letters were awarded throughout the evening, as participation in athletics at Arthur L. Johnson […]
LINDEN, NJ — As you entered the large room of the John T Gregorio Recreation Center in Linden, right by the entrance, first eyes were on and everyone noticed a special table. This table was round, smaller than the others, reserved and had a candle burning, as well as a simple plate with a slice […]
RAHWAY, NJ — The administrators and staff at Franklin Elementary School in Rahway believe that having fun together is essential for building a strong school community. This year, they decided to kick off the holiday season with a sweet new tradition: a gingerbread house building competition for the staff which took place at their last […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners has announced the full rollout of the new Financial Opportunity Center, in partnership with the Urban League of Union County. As part of Commissioner Chairperson Sergio Granados’ 2023 chairperson’s theme of “Building a Stronger Union County,” through his “Pathways to Opportunities” initiative, this official […]
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Policemen’s Benevolent Association No. 55 and Firefighters Mutual Benevolent Association No. 54 hosted the annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots holiday toy drive, with support from the Summit Police Department and Summit Fire Department. An estimated 1,246 toys were donated this year. The toys were picked up on […]
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Looking for a place to donate your unwanted books? Father Paul Prevosto, pastor of Church of the Assumption in Roselle Park, has announced the addition of a book donation bin, located in the church parking lot at 113 Coolidge Place, near the corner of Westfield and Faitoute avenues. All books must […]