SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — On Wednesday, April 17, Saint Theresa School in Kenilworth was one of four schools, with a total of 44 students, who participated in the Union County Catholic League of Forensics “Duo” Competition at Saint Bartholomew Academy, Scotch Plains. The Saint Theresa School Forensic Team, directed by Christine McCarthy and Crystal Kacerek, […]
CRANFORD, NJ — On Thursday, May 16, at the annual JAG Conference and Awards Dinner, Cranford TV 35 was honored with three awards: • First Place: “Home For The Holidays House Tour” video. Camera work and editing by TV 35 Producer Christine Hoffman; • First Place: Ribbon cutting for the opening of Toast. Camera work […]
CRANFORD, NJ — During the Township Committee meeting on Tuesday, April 23, Cranford resident Aiden Nester received a proclamation honoring the eight members of Cranford Boy Scout Troop 80 who completed all requirements to earn the rank of Eagle Scout. Owen Cumiskey renovated the old concession stand at Memorial Field; Owen Giblin built a reflection […]
UNION COUNTY — Cassidy Kidd has committed to Rutgers University and will be running cross country and track for the Scarlet Knights. Cassidy is the salutatorian for the graduating class at Union County Vocational-Technical High School in Scotch Plains. Photo Courtesy of Cassidy Kidd
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Mario Cornejo, founder and lead fine art photographer at MC Productions Photography and Films Studio was honored with the Professional Photographers of America National Award for outstanding service to professional photography. The bronze and walnut plaque was recently presented to him by PPANJ at their annual convention on Sunday, April 21. […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Green Thumb Garden Club of Cranford recently made Downtown Cranford more colorful. In honor of Pride Month, the Green Thumb Garden Club of Cranford and volunteers donated their time and efforts, planting flowers in celebration of Pride Month. Instead of the usual Pride rainbow, flowers were planted in rows, similar to […]
SUMMIT, NJ — On Wednesday, May 8, Summit Mayor Dr. Elizabeth Fagan presided over the swearing-in ceremony for Police Sgt. Ryan Stanek and new officers Errol Lindo and Edwardo Ortiz. Stanek, a veteran of the Summit Police Department for the past 17 years, was recently promoted from detective to sergeant. He currently serves as the […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Dog attacks on Postal Service employees rose to more than 5,800 cases nationwide last year, including two in Cranford. The Postal Service has a National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign, asking dog owners to be good stewards for safe mail delivery. The campaign began Sunday, June 2, and runs through Sunday, June 9. […]
UNION, NJ — The township of Union Farmers Market is open for the season. It’s open every Thursday, from 3 to 8 p.m., at F Edward Biertuempfel Memorial Park on Winslow Avenue. It features local farmers, baked goods, food trucks and other vendors. The rain didn’t stop people from coming out on their first day […]
KENILWORTH, NJ — Academic achievements, a deep commitment to community service and leadership skills are a few qualities David Brearley High School students Nand Shah and Dennis Shestak share. These qualities, along with an admirable work ethic, have earned the two seniors the honor of being the school’s Class of 2024 valedictorian and salutatorian. Shah, […]