Kumpf students and staff participate in Cool School Plunge

Kumpf students and staff participate in Cool School Plunge

CLARK, NJ — Students and staff at Carl H. Kumpf Middle School in Clark recently raised more than $4,600 by participating in a Cool School Plunge, as part of its newly established Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools program. The Kumpf group came in fourth place, in terms of fundraising associated with its plunge into the […]

Holiday food distribution sees large turnout this year

Holiday food distribution sees large turnout this year

ROSELLE, NJ — Mayor Donald Shaw, local officials and volunteers were there for the community with a “Give Thanks by Giving” food distribution at Borough Hall’s Council Chambers on Monday, Nov. 22. According to a press release, more than 600 turkeys, chicken, hams, vegetarian options and produce were given to hundreds of residents, aiding many […]

New CHS program is presented to the Cranford BOE

New CHS program is presented to the Cranford BOE

CRANFORD, NJ — At the Board of Education meeting on Monday, Nov. 22, Cranford High School Principal Mark Cantagallo and Cranford High School Assistant Principal Justin Roach highlighted a new CHS program that will allow students to follow concentrations and earn more experience in the community and at area colleges. Cantagallo and Roach discussed career […]

Franklin Elementary PTA hosts ‘Shop and Paint Night’ in Rahway

Franklin Elementary PTA hosts ‘Shop and Paint Night’ in Rahway

RAHWAY, NJ — The Parent–Teacher Association at Franklin Elementary School in Rahway recently hosted a “Shop and Paint Night.” About 65 parents and students came out to support this fundraiser. Families shopped at the Scholastic Book Fair then went to the cafeteria to paint. The painting activity was led by Laura Gould, the school’s art […]

Little Free Libraries installed at district schools in Clark

Little Free Libraries installed at district schools in Clark

CLARK, NJ — The National Junior Honor Society at Carl H. Kumpf Middle School in Clark recently installed Little Free Libraries in front of the district’s schools. NJHS students are taking turns to make sure the libraries stay well stocked. This student-run initiative was designed to promote literacy throughout the Clark community. NJHS students were […]

Linden High School teachers give students a personalized look at Veterans Day

Linden High School teachers give students a personalized look at Veterans Day

LINDEN, NJ — Linden High School students got personalized lessons for Veterans Day when two of their teachers held sessions discussing their time in the military. Social studies teachers Derrick Potts and Gary Mazurek talked to their classes in person while other social studies classes watched and listened via videoconference. The teachers discussed their reasons […]

Springfield Planning Board approves cell phone tower improvements

Springfield Planning Board approves cell phone tower improvements

SPRINGFIELD, NJ — T-Mobile Northeast put forth an application to upgrade its facility and provide improved service at Springfield’s Planning Board meeting on Monday, Nov. 15. In the application, T-Mobile Northeast’s attorney, Frank Ferraro of Ferraro & Stamos, explained during the virtual meeting that the site plan waiver would be for the T-Mobile Northeast cell […]

Summit Common Council welcomes new administrative agent for affordable housing

Summit Common Council welcomes new administrative agent for affordable housing

SUMMIT, NJ — During the Summit Common Council meeting on Monday, Nov. 15, council members welcomed Marc Leckington of Leckington Advisors as its new affordable housing administrative assistant. Matthew DiLauri, the administrative manager of the Department of Community Services and municipal housing liaison, introduced Leckington during the meeting. Leckington was appointed to the position in […]

Roselle seniors enjoy Thanksgiving meal during pre-Thanksgiving event

Roselle seniors enjoy Thanksgiving meal during pre-Thanksgiving event

ROSELLE, NJ — Mayor Donald Shaw, the Borough Council and the Roselle Recreation Department presented Roselle’s 10th annual Senior Pre-Thanksgiving Dinner at the Anthony Amalfe Community Center, 1268 Shaffer Ave., Roselle, on Friday, Nov. 19. “We’re having a pre-Thanksgiving dinner for our seniors here in Roselle,” community center recreation aide Melanie Daniels said on Friday, […]