Class celebrates Read Across America with whimsical ‘Cat in the Hat’ activities

Class celebrates Read Across America with whimsical ‘Cat in the Hat’ activities

RAHWAY, NJ — Roosevelt Elementary School’s special education class recently immersed itself in the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss during its March Enrichment activities, celebrating Read Across America Week with a series of engaging “Cat in the Hat”-themed events. Students dove headfirst into the beloved story, participating in a variety of hands-on activities designed to […]

Student Magazine at Cranford Public Schools wins highest honor

CRANFORD, NJ — The Prologue Literary & Art Magazine from Cranford Public Schools has been recognized as a Recognizing Excellence in Art and Literary First Class magazine by the National Council of Teachers of English. This is the first year CPS has received “First Class,” previously being awarded “Excellent.” The REALM program publicly recognizes excellent […]

Continuation of free Property Fraud Alert program to protect homeowners is announced

UNION COUNTY, NJ — The continuation of the Property Fraud Alert program, a free subscription service designed to safeguard Union County homeowners against property fraud, has been announced. “Property fraud is a growing crime and homeowners need to protect themselves,” Union County clerk Joanne Rajoppi said. Property fraud is committed when someone illegally uses your […]

Hip-hop legend visits Hillside’s Ola Edwards Community School

Hip-hop legend visits Hillside’s Ola Edwards Community School

HILLSIDE, NJ — Iconic hip-hop pioneer Darryl “DMC” McDaniels recently gave a presentation at Ola Edwards Community School in Hillside. The event happened in celebration of Read Across America Week. School principal Kimley Davis said, “I’m just excited! Someone I grew up listening to.” There was a crowd of 207 students in third and fourth […]

Cranford Fund for Educational Excellence raises $30K at eighth annual Trivia Night

Cranford Fund for Educational Excellence raises $30K at eighth annual Trivia Night

CRANFORD, NJ — The eighth annual Trivia Night, which was on Wednesday, Feb. 22, at the Kenilworth VFW and organized by the Cranford Fund for Educational Excellence, raised $30,000 to benefit Cranford public school students, thanks to the support of sponsors as well as parents and community members who took part in the lively event. […]

Union County LGBTQ+ Office to host virtual Empowerment Hour

UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners will present the latest LGBTQ+ Empowerment Hour, a virtual event celebrating Women’s History Month on Tuesday, March 18, at 6:30 p.m., via Zoom. This special edition will be co-hosted by Commissioner Rebecca L. Williams and Micayla Mirabella, focusing on the contributions of LGBTQ+ women […]

Kean University and New Jersey City University set for merger

UNION, NJ — Assemblyman Reginald W. Atkins, D-Union, issued the following statement on Thursday, March 6, regarding the merger between New Jersey City University and Kean University: “This is big news for higher education in New Jersey! “Kean University President Lamont Repollet announced that New Jersey City University’s Board of Trustees has voted to move […]

Rahway’s 20th annual Senior Art Show makes the world colorful

Rahway’s 20th annual Senior Art Show makes the world colorful

RAHWAY, NJ — Rahway seniors are making the world more colorful. The 20th annual Senior Art Show’s opening reception recently took place at the Rahway Senior Center. Featured work by senior artists was created using watercolor, colored pencil, charcoal, pastels, acrylics and oil. There was also work from the memoir writing class, instructed by Mary […]

Michelle Conway of Cranford sworn in as advocate for children in foster care

Michelle Conway of Cranford sworn in as advocate for children in foster care

ELIZABETH, NJ — On Thursday, Feb. 13, Union County Superior Court Judge Gavin I. Handwerker presided over the swearing-in of 12 volunteers who trained with Court Appointed Special Advocates of Passaic and Union Counties to advocate for vulnerable children in foster care. Among them is Cranford resident Michelle Conway. As to why Conway chose to […]

$1.99 million NJDOL grant awarded to expand Summer Youth Work Experience Program

UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners has announced that Union County has been awarded a $1,996,800 grant from the New Jersey Department of Labor to support the Summer Youth Work Experience Program, which will provide employment opportunities for 480 youth across Union County. This vital program will offer young participants […]