SUMMIT — Summit’s 77th annual Fourth of July Celebration at Soldiers Memorial Field included musical entertainment, rides, bounce houses, amusement games, sand art and several food trucks. Later in the evening, there was a grand fireworks display. The event began with a flag-raising ceremony at noon, followed by a decorated bicycle parade for children. Three-year-olds […]
CRANFORD — It was a beautiful summer day — and night — as families gathered to celebrate Independence Day at Nomahegan Park on Tuesday, July 2. There were food vendors and inflatables. Many families sat on blankets as they awaited the fireworks. “It’s a beautiful night out,” said Police Officer Justin Peters. Alex Martinez, owner […]
RAHWAY, NJ — A new reading series began at Rahway Public Library Café. It’s a collaborative effort between the city of Rahway, Rahway Social Justice Commission, Union County and the Rahway Special Improvement District. It aims to provide education and resources while focusing on using literature and storytelling as tools to seek equity and justice. […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Springfield native and comedian Eitan Levine is on a mission for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the organization he once benefited from as a child with cancer. He plans to set the Guinness World Record for the most first pitches thrown at professional baseball games in a year. He needs 50 to convincingly break […]
CLARK, NJ — Humidity and a heat advisory did not prevent Clark’s “Rock the Block” Street Fair and Classic Car Show 2024 from selling out. With quality exhibitors, a special crafter’s section, a classic car show, gourmet food trucks, Crossroads Beer Garden, a kid’s zone, live music and performances, and local merchants and civic organizations, […]
UNION, NJ — Temperatures checked in at 90 degrees. Union High School graduates marched in their caps and gowns, water bottles in hand. Hundreds of parents and loved ones tried to beat the heat, many holding umbrellas over their heads. Some kicked their shoes off. The 142nd Commencement, Union High School, Class of 2024 ceremony […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Class of 2024 was off to a unique start, as they were all freshman during the pandemic. Their special graduation day was also put off an hour later, due to the heat advisory. Finally, it was their time to shine. Prior to the commencement activities, Emily Alissia Lassen said she was […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Friends of the Cranford Library recently sponsored a program put on by The Raptor Trust about birds of prey. The program was at Cranford Community Center, 220 Walnut Ave. Kate Seeland, associate director of education at The Raptor Trust, gave the 45-minute presentation to an audience of young children. The Raptor […]
LINDEN, NJ — The Linden Chamber Division of Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce recently hosted its 23rd annual Scholarship and Business of the Year Awards Dinner. The event was celebrated at Ill Amici Ristorante in Linden. Chamber Chairwoman Janet Miller was awarded “Person of the Year.” Hampton Inn of Linden and Broadway Strong Fitness were […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Cranford Public Library recently celebrated its annual Pride Party. This year was extra special, as those in attendance were joined by New York Times bestselling author Robb Pearlman. Everyone was welcome to decorate the library’s walkway using chalk. There were also many tables featuring a variety of crafts, including sand art and […]