SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Ed Smoot recently brought his comedic magic show to Springfield Free Public Library. Coinciding with the Summer Reading Program, Smoot’s show “The Reading is Magical Show” was a hit – bringing more than 75 people to the library. The show was the library’s Summer Reading kick-off. Smoot, a resident of Somerset, had […]
UNION, NJ — More than 120 attendees met at the 29th annual Legislative Breakfast recently. The event was presented by the Greater Union Township Chamber of Commerce and its affiliate chambers in Roselle Park, Kenilworth and Hillside, in conjunction with the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce. It was at the Boys & Girls Clubs of […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Receiving diplomas at the end of the ceremony is how graduations usually work. This year, it was a little different for Cranford High School. Due to the expectation of a summer thunderstorm – and the possibility of losing electricity – students received their diplomas before the speeches. Principal Mark Cantagallo wanted to […]
UNION, NJ — Union Township celebrated its fifth annual Juneteenth Festival at Biertuempfel Park on Saturday, June 14. There was live entertainment, food vendors, family activities and much more. Jeneba Konta, of Newark, came with her children, Paris, 5, and Heavenly, 4. “It’s nice,” she said. “I get to see a lot of vendors, a […]
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Nicola Cristofaro said he is very happy to be voted “Man of the Year 2025.” The Italian American Society of Kenilworth recently awarded this honor to the Roselle Park resident who came to America from Italy 39 years ago. “I do like the club, the Italian American community,” he said. “I […]
RAHWAY, NJ — “Hotel California” was the fifth album by the Eagles, released December 1976. The record was a commercial success. Its title track won “Record of the Year” at the 20th Grammy Awards and “New Kid in Town” won for Best Arrangement for Voices. The album will be performed in its entirety by Best […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Hot yoga became popular in the 1970s. It’s a practice where yoga is performed in a heated room, which is between 90 to 105 degrees. The heat increases sweating, flexibility and calorie burning. Mother Nature provided the heat when Hot Yoga Revolution recently hosted its annual Pride Class outdoors. The temperature was […]
UNION, NJ — It’s official. The newly renovated Union Public Library & Arts Center is now open! “I’m excited we’re finally open,” said library director Kassundra Miller. “We’re happy to be able to offer everything – a sensory room, a creativity lab… We’re the public’s library. We’re here for the public.” “Today’s a special day […]
SUMMIT , NJ— During the month of May, Kenvue supported vulnerable communities. Kenvue – maker of Neutrogena, Listerine, Aveeno, and Tylenol – helped those affected by natural disasters, homelessness and conflict. This was in celebration of Kenvue Cares Week, which is part of its Healthy Lives Mission that strives to advance the wellbeing of people […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The kickoff to Pride Month happened at Chisholm Community Center. There was music, dancing, chalk art and information tables. Halo Roasters provided free refreshments. Attendees also received plenty of Pride buttons, stickers, bracelets and rainbow flags. Athena, 17, who sings with the Jonathan Dayton High School All Stars, said, “The whole community […]