UNION, NJ — Hundreds of people recently gathered to celebrate Juneteenth at Rabkin Park. There were food trucks, more than 40 vendors, games and a DJ. “Everything with slavery being abolished is something to honor,” said Officer R. Jones, as he directed a long line of cars waiting to get into the event. Geraldine T. […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Green Thumb Garden Club of Cranford recently made Downtown Cranford more colorful. In honor of Pride Month, the Green Thumb Garden Club of Cranford and volunteers donated their time and efforts, planting flowers in celebration of Pride Month. Instead of the usual Pride rainbow, flowers were planted in rows, similar to […]
UNION, NJ — The township of Union Farmers Market is open for the season. It’s open every Thursday, from 3 to 8 p.m., at F Edward Biertuempfel Memorial Park on Winslow Avenue. It features local farmers, baked goods, food trucks and other vendors. The rain didn’t stop people from coming out on their first day […]
UNION, NJ — Nearly a year ago, Union resident Faith Cardillo had a vision. They – which, as pronouns are important to the LGBTQIA+, is how Cardillo wants to be referred – had been advocating against gun violence for two years; and into political activism since the age of 13. Cardillo founded Bulletproof Pride as […]
CRANFORD, NJ — A potpourri of culinary delights was offered recently at A Multicultural Taste of Cranford. The event took place at Eastman Clock Plaza Park. Twenty-eight places in the area participated. Attendees who purchased a $5 bracelet were able taste sample-sized foods and drinks between $3 and $8. Proceeds benefited Cranford High School Project […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield First Aid Squad recently celebrated its 75th year of service to the community. The celebration was in front of the First Aid Squad location at 10 N. Trivett Ave. There was food and refreshments, games, activities, ambulance tours and a DJ. “Not many squads reach a milestone of 75 years,” […]
KENILWORTH, NJ — The Kenilworth Senior Center recently hosted “An Old-Fashioned American Picnic.” The event was at DiMario Park and approximately 75 seniors came out to enjoy themselves. Shirley Maxwell, senior program director for the borough, said, “I’m happy the weather turned out beautiful.” Jersey Joe’s Barbecue & Grill in Garwood provided the picnic fare, […]
UNION, NJ — June 1 kicked off Pride Month with a big party at Anthony E. Russo Park celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. The party began shortly after the Pride flag raising in front of Town Hall, across the street at 1976 Morris Ave. There was live entertainment, music, a dance contest, prizes and cocktails. “I […]
CLARK, NJ — Not long ago, Clark resident Pam Siegel came home and found her front door wide open. She was scared. “They (the Clark police force) were there quickly and checked every room,” she said. This is one of many positive stories Clark residents shared with the Clark police recently at Target at 45 […]
LINDEN, NJ — Mayor Derek Armstead, the city of Linden and the Linden Police Department recently invited the public to have Coffee with a Cop at Starbucks at Target, 621 W. Edgar Road. The event was sponsored by Target. There were courtesy snacks and coffee. The Linden Police Department gave out free children’s activity books, […]