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 […]
CLARK, NJ — On Saturday, Sept. 21, the Arthur L. Johnson High School Marching Band hosted its third annual marching band competition. Ten schools throughout North and Central Jersey attended. Marching Band Director and ALJ music teacher Erik Krebl said, “Thanks to the efforts of the students, Assistant Marching Band Director Andrew Calo, my lovely […]
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 — While Union County is rich in Revolutionary War history, with several major battles occurring in the area, one of the lesser-known conflicts, the Battle of Spanktown, was featured in a lively presentation in Westfield on Thursday, Oct. 3. Local businessman Thomas Maye, a descendant of many generations in this area, led the […]
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — In order to reach their first sectional state championship game in 14 years, just how will the New Providence High School Pioneers stop a Hasbrouck Heights High School offense that is averaging 29 points? “We’ve had our difficulties with the triple option, but we’re not going to see that again,” standout […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — In order to win a sectional state championship, you must first qualify for the playoffs out of the group-section in which you are situated. Then, you must win a first-round game, in order to have the opportunity to reach the title contest. That’s where we’re at now, the sectional semifinals. Ten […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Clerk’s Office has reported the following local election unofficial results from the general election on Tuesday, Nov. 5. For all of these results, 100% of the districts are reporting. House of Representatives Democratic Rep. Rob Menendez of the state’s 8th Congressional District of the House of Representatives received […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Gun Surrender Program on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 18 locations throughout Union County, was a resounding success. In excess of 100 guns were surrendered by residents, consisting of numerous handguns, rifles and shotguns, including an AK-47 rifle, sawed-off shotgun, five defaced handguns and a stolen handgun. Additionally, in […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Pictured, Mayor Brian Andrews and Commissioner Kathleen Miller Prunty stand with members of the Cranford Woman’s Club at the Township Committee Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Andrews announces the proclamation honoring the Cranford’s Woman’s Club, founded in 1949, in celebration of its Golden Jubilee and the many outstanding contributions to Cranford. Photo […]
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 […]