LINDEN, NJ — Linden Public Schools have been selected for the second consecutive year as one of the “Best Communities for Music Education” in America. The NAMM Foundation, National Association of Music Merchants, has recognized the district for its outstanding commitment to music education with a Best Communities for Music Education designation. Linden joins 476 districts […]
ROSELLE, NJ — As part of an economic development initiative, the Borough of Roselle recently announced the launch of Revitalize Roselle, an interactive website devoted to keeping residents informed about the latest improvement projects. Roselle mayor Christine Dansereau said that the borough is experiencing an exciting revitalization. “Now is an exciting time to be a business […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — It was an emotional evening as state Sen. Richard Codey spoke at the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Union County monthly meeting on April 26 in Westfield at the American Legion building. He remains dedicated to the cause of educating the public about mental illness by working with the Codey Foundation […]
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — In order to raise funds for Home for Good Dog Rescue, a foster-based dog shelter located in Berkeley Heights, Cranford’s Nomahegan Park hosted a 5k run and doggy dash on April 30. Registration began at 8 a.m. as runners and their dogs arrived at the park. They received a bandana and treat […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Union, Cranford, Berkeley Heights and New Providence were chosen to receive Sustainable Jersey grants funded by the Public Service Enterprise Group Foundation at a meeting held in Cranford on April 12. They will go toward the implementation of several projects targeted at environmental concerns such as water conservation and park revitalization. “Environmental, […]
ELIZABETH,NJ — Students and community leaders gathered at Elizabeth’s Peterstown Community Center last Friday in celebration of Environmental Day. The event, organized by Future City, Inc., the Elizabeth River/Arthur Kill Watershed Association, and the city of Elizabeth drew more than 300 students from 14 area schools, along with representatives from various environmental agencies, offices and organizations. […]
HILLSIDE, NJ — Hillside’s superintendent of the Departments of Public Works has resigned after only three months on the job. Sandra Caceres cites a demotion to general supervisor, a 30 percent cut in pay, and difficulty working under Hillside Mayor Angela Garretson as the deciding factors in leaving her post. According to Caceres, she sent a […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Reacting to Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop’s declaration that he may not want a casino located in his city after all, state Sen. Raymond Lesniak issued a statement saying that the new gaming facility would be “more than welcome in Elizabeth,” the largest city in Lesniak’s legislative district. “If Mayor Fulop doesn’t […]
UNION, NJ — The door shuts slowly behind you as you hear the ominous click of the lock. Your eyes adjust slowly to the dark. To your right stands a tall, wooden cupboard, a heavy lock hanging from its handle; to the left, an antique desk strewn with broken pieces of sculpture, an ornate, gilded chest, […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford Historical Society takes residents back almost 100 years in time. The society was formed in 1927, when Wesley A. Stanger Sr. and a group of Cranford’s citizens decided they wanted to start a collection that would preserve the town and demonstrate what a special place it’s been. It continues growing and […]