SUMMIT, NJ — Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center at 120 Morris Ave., Summit, is announcing its 30th anniversary season, celebrating three decades of bringing contemporary theater to audiences in the state of New Jersey. This season, the company will present 30 performances of different kinds, in locations throughout the region. Shows will include […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — After a competitive first quarter against host Seton Hall Preparatory School, it was pretty much an uphill battle for the visiting Farmers, as they were handled at the line of scrimmage for the most part and out-played in all three phases. It was sort of back to the beginning in preparation […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — All 17 Union County football playing schools are in action this weekend, as Week One is the opening weekend for Roselle Park, David Brearley, Jonathan Dayton, Summit, Cranford, Arthur L. Johnson and Westfield high schools. With the football classifications finally disclosed on the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association’s football website […]
SUMMIT, NJ — Reeves-Reed Arboretum is the recipient of several local grants this year totaling $9,500. This funding will support various projects and enhance the beauty and sustainability of the local non-profit public garden that is celebrating its 50th year. The grants include: • $500 from a Union County Means Green Community Garden Grant to […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The 2025 Union County Local Arts Program Grant application period is open. The LAP Grant provides funding for local arts organizations and non-arts organizations that offer arts activities to Union County residents, according to a press release from The Union County Board of County Commissioners and the Union County Office of […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Franklin Elementary School hosted a phenomenal Multicultural Block Party on Friday, June 7, that captivated the community with several engaging and dynamic performances. The event, which took place from 5 to 7 p.m., showcased the diverse talents of students and local groups, creating an unforgettable evening for all attendees. In addition to […]
ROSELLE, NJ — Inroads To Opportunities, a Union County-based non-profit human services agency that provides programs and services to individuals with disabilities, celebrated its first-ever flag-raising ceremony in honor of Disability Pride Month at Roselle Borough Hall. Disability Pride Month celebrates people with disabilities, their identities, their culture and their contributions to society. July marked […]
CHICAGO, IL — Kean University President Lamont O. Repollet delivered a powerful address on Wednesday, Aug. 21, at the Democratic National Convention Black Caucus, emphasizing the importance of bold leadership and the pivotal role that the 2024 election will play for communities of color across the United States. Sharing the stage with Democratic National Committee […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners announced on Monday, Aug. 26, that, in response to feedback from residents and community members, Union County has revised the plan for the Clark Reservoir Project to better reflect the input and concerns of local residents. The county carefully considered the suggestions voiced during […]
LINDEN, NJ — Jeff Moreno was living the dream. He had it all. A career as a firefighter. A landscaping business. A house. A beautiful wife and children. Then alcoholism flipped that. “Once I picked up that vodka, that was it,” said Moreno. “I didn’t control anything I did.” Moreno is a Linden resident for […]