First Presbyterian Church of Cranford announces Holy Week and Easter events

CRANFORD, NJ — The First Presbyterian Church of Cranford, 11 Springfield Ave., Cranford, invites everyone to a “Super” exciting Easter experience. Encounter the extraordinary divine power that Jesus revealed to us through his resurrection – his “Resurrection Power” – as a sermon series, “Superheroes of the Bible,” is kicked off. Children are invited to a […]

Roselle Park filmmaker selected for Garden State Film Festival

ASBURY PARK, NJ — New Jersey’s Premier Independent Film Festival is celebrating its 22nd anniversary from Thursday, March 21, through Sunday, March 24. The internationally recognized Garden State Film Festival celebrates the independent film genre by bringing a carefully curated and enriching selection of original works from locally produced filmmakers as well as from around […]

Learn more about summer camp at the Gateway Family YMCA

Learn more about summer camp at the Gateway Family YMCA

UNION COUNTY, NJ — It’s never too early to begin thinking about summer camp and researching the best opportunities for your child to thrive. The Gateway Family YMCA understands the unique needs of children and families, providing transformational Summer Camp experiences for hundreds of children throughout Eastern Union County and Northern Middlesex County each year. […]

Lalah Hathaway to perform on April 12

Lalah Hathaway to perform on April 12

RAHWAY, NJ — Five-time Grammy winner Lalah Hathaway shares the record with Beyoncé for the most ‘Best Traditional R&B Performance’ awards won at the Grammys, each holding three. Having been covered by Billboard, VIBE, Essence, NPR and the New York Times, Lalah has also performed on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, held the number […]

The Gateway Family YMCA celebrates Membership Madness with Open House

The Gateway Family YMCA celebrates Membership Madness with Open House

UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Gateway Family YMCA is celebrating Membership Madness on March 28-30 with a YMCA Open House and Membership Special open to everyone in the community. Individuals and families are invited to the Y to Find Your Passion, Find Your Purpose, Find Your Y. Swimming, basketball, pickleball, soccer, group exercise and water […]

Rahway seniors shine at the 19th annual Senior Art Show

Rahway seniors shine at the 19th annual Senior Art Show

RAHWAY, NJ — The 19th annual Senior Art Show recently had its opening reception at the Rahway Senior Center. Artworks included watercolor, charcoal, colored pencil, pastels, acrylics and oil. Mayor Raymond Giacobbe Jr. and Fifth Ward Councilmember Danielle Newbury were in attendance. “We’re extremely impressed with these wonderfully talented seniors,” Giacobbe said. “Rahway prides itself […]

Arthur L. Johnson football dinner awards are presented

Arthur L. Johnson football dinner awards are presented

CLARK, NJ — On Sunday, March 3, the Arthur L. Johnson Crusader Football Team had its annual postseason awards banquet. Head football coach Anthony DelConte presided over the event, as all athletes were honored for their contributions to Crusader Football. In addition, numerous scholarships were awarded to deserving student athletes throughout the evening. It was […]

Police and Fire departments promote ‘Read Across America Week’

Police and Fire departments promote ‘Read Across America Week’

UNION, NJ — Every year, to honor Dr. Seuss on his birthday, March 2, “National Read Across America Day” is celebrated. During the week of Monday, March 4, through Friday, March 8, the Union Police Department and the Union Fire Department joined forces, once again, with local Union elementary schools to promote “National Read Across […]