Groundbreaking search engine revolutionizes way people find volunteer opportunities

Groundbreaking search engine revolutionizes way people find volunteer opportunities

CRANFORD, NJ — A group of passionate volunteers have created a groundbreaking artificial intelligence-powered search engine that launched last month. Samaritan Scout is a free platform which helps people find in-person volunteer opportunities. The co-founders of Samaritan Scout are Will Rosenthal and Dvora Inwood. Rosenthal, of Cranford, is a 19-year-old computer science student at Cornell […]

The Seeing Eye puppies visit Kenilworth Library

The Seeing Eye puppies visit Kenilworth Library

KENILWORTH, NJ — The Seeing Eye Inc. is a registered United States nonprofit located in Morristown. Its mission is to enhance the independence, dignity and self-confidence of blind and legally blind people through the use of Seeing Eye dogs. The Seeing Eye breeds its own German shepherds, Labrador retrievers, golden retrievers and Labrador golden crosses. […]

Americana/folk musician Steven Keene performs at Hamilton Stage

Americana/folk musician Steven Keene performs at Hamilton Stage

RAHWAY, NJ — Americana/folk artist Steven Keene will be performing at Hamilton Stage at Union County Performing Arts Center on Thursday, Sept. 12. Keene recently gained notoriety and critical praise for his hit song, “This World is Your World,” which can be heard on all streaming platforms. The idea came to Keene in a dream […]

The Pink Floyd Project NYC takes audience to ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’

The Pink Floyd Project NYC takes audience to ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Almost 500 people gathered to see The Pink Floyd Project NYC recently at Echo Lake Park in Mountainside, as part of Union County’s Summer Arts Festival 2024. The band flawlessly performed tunes from the psychedelic rock band Pink Floyd’s most popular albums, “The Wall,” “Wish You Were Here,” “The Dark Side of […]

‘Unique creatures’ are brought to Springfield Library

‘Unique creatures’ are brought to Springfield Library

SPRINGFIELD, NJ — A blue-tongued skink, a red tail boa, a hedgehog, a skunk, a kookaburra and a snapping turtle surely are unique. And they were all the stars of the show at a recent Springfield Free Public Library event. More than 70 people were in attendance, captivated by these different, adorable creatures. Larry Apap, […]

Ian Fraser entertains on Wurlitzer pipe organ at Rahway Senior Center

Ian Fraser entertains on Wurlitzer pipe organ at Rahway Senior Center

RAHWAY, NJ — Ian Fraser recently entertained an audience of 30 at Rahway Senior Center, playing the Wurlitzer pipe organ. Songs included “Love of My Life” by Queen and “Beyond the Sea” by Bobby Darin. And the audience loved it. “He was excellent!” said Thelma Curry, of Rahway. Fraser’s interest in old music sparked when […]

CDC Theatre Nominated for 12 NJACT Perry Awards

CDC Theatre Nominated for 12 NJACT Perry Awards

CRANFORD, NJ — The New Jersey Association of Community Theaters Perry Awards are given for outstanding achievements in the New Jersey Community Theater, and it’s no surprise that Cranford Dramatic Club Theatre has been nominated for 12 awards this year. The 105-year-old nonprofit community theater continuously puts on top notch-productions. CDC President Joe Leo said, […]

LEGO Night comes together piece by piece

LEGO Night comes together piece by piece

CRANFORD, NJ — Hudson Rose and Sarah are “LEGO buddies.” “They have LEGO dates,” said Jill Karnyski, Sarah’s mom. “She loves the creativity,” said Jennie Richardella, Hudson Rose’s mom. “Letting her imagination flow.” “I like following ‘no rules’ when it comes to LEGO,” said Hudson Rose. Hudson Rose and Sarah were just two of the […]