RAHWAY, NJ — Modifi Biosciences Inc., a leader in the development of direct DNA modification enabled cancer therapeutics, has been recently acquired by Merck and Co. Inc. Modifi Biosciences, a Yale University spinout company formed in 2021, has developed a novel class of small molecules that target cancer cells lacking express of a key DNA […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — It was all things magic on Mischief Night on Wednesday, Oct. 30, at the Springfield Free Public Library. David FunN, from Long Island, presented his amazing FunN-Tastic Halloween Magic Show. It was his first time at The Springfield Free Public Library. From making red balls and pumpkins disappear, to flowers appearing in […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Early detection saves lives. That was the message presented by Fiordaliza Gomez, registered nurse and oncology nurse navigator. Gomez recently came to Rahway Senior Citizens Center to give an educational seminar that included breast cancer prevention and treatment. “Try not to be afraid,” she said. “If you let time go by, odds […]
ELIZABETH, NJ — Haunted History Productions recently returned to Union County, presenting a glimpse of Historic Elizabeth. The haunted walk was on one of New Jersey’s oldest historic sites, the Snyder Academy of Elizabethtown. The tour was led by Jane McLaughlin, artistic director and creator of Haunted History Productions. Notable figures such as Aaron Burr […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Union County Performing Arts Center’s Legacy Arts Club is offering something special for seniors. In a guided workshop, they can explore the art of storytelling and create lasting memories to share with their family and friends with a special performance of their story presented by themselves or trained actors. Workshops are at […]
KENILWORTH, NJ — The Kenilworth Police Department recently hosted Coffee with a Cop at the Kenilworth Senior Center. Topics of discussion included crimes affecting the community, scams targeted at seniors, traffic issues and other police-related topics. Forty-five people showed up and refreshments were served. Lt. Ed Paster said, “The chief did a great job putting […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Cannon Ball House was one of the many participants in Four Centuries in a Weekend. During the weekend of Saturday, Oct. 19, through Sunday, Oct. 20, residents of Union County were invited to explore many historic sites, museums and trails to learn about Union County’s rich history. Cannon Ball House, located at […]
CRANFORD, NJ — More than 100 scarecrows are drawing attention to Cranford’s downtown area. But this is nothing new. It’s been going on for 17 years! Scarecrows are created by local residents, businesses, organizations, schools and families. Many have Halloween themes, but there are some that have powerful implications, such as Girl Scout Troop 40103’s […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Rahway’s Breast Cancer Awareness programs continued with a Cancer Walk and Resource Fair. The event took place on Saturday, Oct. 12, at Rahway Train Station Plaza, part of the month-long extravaganza. It was a morning filled with vendor resources, yoga, meditation, Zumba, face painters, balloon sculptors, hearing a DJ play great music […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Prevention Links hosted its 26th annual Red Ribbon Day Walk and Family Fun Festival on Saturday, Oct. 12, at Nomahegan Park in Cranford. This event united the community to raise awareness about drug prevention and celebrate recovery successes. The total walk was about 2.2 miles long, along Nomahegan Park. Madeline Desrosiers, Communications […]