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 […]
CLARK, NJ — Several teachers were recently recognized for their achievements in the Clark Public School District. The Governor’s Educators of the Year Program recognizes “exceptionally skilled and dedicated” educators that must “be an expert in the field” and who inspires students of all backgrounds and abilities to learn.” They must “actively collaborate with colleagues, […]
UNION, NJ — The director of the Center for the Urban Environment at Kean University’s John S. Watson Institute, Nicky Sheats, received a 2023 Governor’s Environmental Excellence Award, a premier honor recognizing outstanding environmental work in New Jersey. Sheats, an attorney, scholar and leader in the environmental justice community, received the award in the category […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Come to the Springfield Free Public Library on Sunday, Jan. 7, at 2 p.m., when Grand Folk Railroad brings on the fun with a quirky, eclectic/eccentric mix of forgotten favorites, ’60s and ’70s pop gems, one-hit wonders, old-school country, contemporary folk and the inspiring songwriting of lead singer Susan Schwartz-Christian. With a […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Springfield Free Public Library’s (Really Good!) Book Discussion Group will meet on Wednesday, Jan. 31, at 4 p.m., to discuss Russell Shorto’s “The Island at the Center of the World, from Goodreads. “When the British wrested New Amsterdam from the Dutch in 1664, the truth about its thriving, polyglot society began to […]