UNION COUNTY, NJ — The voter registration deadline is Wednesday, Aug. 28, for the 10th Congressional District Special Primary Election on Tuesday, Sept. 17. The state is hosting a special election in the 10th Congressional District to fill the vacancy created by the death of Congressman Donald Payne. The 10th Congressional District includes Cranford; Garwood; […]
ELIZABETH, NJ – The last time the Minutemen hoisted a trophy was 12 years ago. The last time Elizabeth High School–Frank J. Cicarell Academy reached a sectional state championship game was in 2014. The last time the Minutemen finished better than .500 was six years ago. The last time Elizabeth actually won more than three […]
CLARK, NJ — On Wednesday, June 5, the Arthur L. Johnson High School Athletic Department hosted its 2024 Senior Athletic Awards. The evening, sponsored by the Crusader Athletic Booster Club, was at the Gran Centurions in Clark. All the senior student athletes, their athletic teams and their seasons were highlighted by their coaches while handing […]
UNION, NJ — Fast forward to the future of high school football in North Jersey. The year is 2024. One of the season-opening games is a Union County vs. Essex County special: Union High School at Seton Hall Preparatory School. For the first time, the Farmers, of an alignment called the Big Central Conference, will […]
CRANFORD, NJ — From Thursday, Aug. 22, through Saturday, Aug. 24, is the Downtown Cranford Summer Sidewalk Sale. Downtown retailers have terrific bargains waiting for you, from sale racks to discounts and free gifts. Photo Courtesy of Michelle Stavrou
LINDEN, NJ — Seventy-five-year-old Alfred Mohammed received his master’s degree in liberal arts from the University of Chicago. The 4th Ward city councilmember has been an advocate of education, social justice and health equity for decades. “I am humbled to have accomplished this milestone achievement,” he said. “However, this proves that education is very important, […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Melao Cafe and Creamery in Rahway has partnered with Rahway Public School’s Grover Cleveland Elementary School for a creative collaboration that showcases student artwork. Grover Cleveland students designed custom sleeves for Melao cups, adding a touch of artistic flair for customers at the shop, located at 1425 Irving St. The project stemmed […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — A blue-tongued skink, a red tail boa, a hedgehog, a skunk, a kookaburra and a snapping turtle surely are unique. And they were all the stars of the show at a recent Springfield Free Public Library event. More than 70 people were in attendance, captivated by these different, adorable creatures. Larry Apap, […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Ian Fraser recently entertained an audience of 30 at Rahway Senior Center, playing the Wurlitzer pipe organ. Songs included “Love of My Life” by Queen and “Beyond the Sea” by Bobby Darin. And the audience loved it. “He was excellent!” said Thelma Curry, of Rahway. Fraser’s interest in old music sparked when […]
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 2024 Transition Graduation Ceremony. This event honored graduating students, teachers and community leaders. The graduation took place at Inroads To Opportunities’ main campus in Roselle. Inroads School-to-Work Transition Program works with […]