Summit Historic Preservation Commission fights to preserve historic assets

Summit Historic Preservation Commission fights to preserve historic assets

SUMMIT, NJ — The city of Summit is known for its unique architectural heritage, distinguishing it from newer suburban towns. Summit’s Common Council believes that its historic buildings, structures and streetscapes, dating back to the mid-18th century, are an intrinsic part of the value of the community and are deserving of respect and preservation. The […]

Hispanic women uplift and inspire each other at ‘Galentine’s Lunch’

Hispanic women uplift and inspire each other at ‘Galentine’s Lunch’

ROSELLE, NJ — An afternoon was dedicated to women supporting women. The 100 Hispanic Women National Inc. NJ Program hosted a “Galentine’s Lunch” on Saturday, Feb. 24, at Johnny Tequila’s Bar and Cocina in Roselle. There were drinks, appetizers, lunch, raffles and a panel discussion: “Woman to Woman.” Luisa Rodriguez-Aponte, president of the NJ Program, […]

Hargrove turns slow start this season into trip to wrestle in Atlantic City

Hargrove turns slow start this season into trip to wrestle in Atlantic City

UNION, NJ — Two years ago, Gabriel Hargrove came out for wrestling for the first time. He only wrestled eight matches at 132 pounds. He won just once, by fall in 22 seconds. Hargrove stayed with it and improved his sophomore year, going 20-8, including 19-7 at 138 pounds and 1-1 at 144 pounds. At […]

Arthur L. Johnson High School student awarded academic honors

CLARK, NJ — Arthur L. Johnson High School senior Abigail Henkel, of Garwood, has been recognized by the College Board as a National Recognition Program awardee. Henkel earned the National Hispanic Recognition Award. “It’s really exciting,” Henkel said. “I was so surprised.” The award truly means something to Henkel; to have her identity recognized, to […]

Black History Month Expo and Vendor Fair is hosted at Union Senior Center

Black History Month Expo and Vendor Fair is hosted at Union Senior Center

UNION, NJ — The township of Union presented its Black History Month 2024 Expo and Vendor Fair on Saturday, Feb. 24, at the Union Senior Center. There were more than 40 vendors and Board of County Commissioners Chairperson Sergio Granados was in attendance. Mayor Manuel Figueiredo offered welcoming remarks to a crowded room. The Rev. […]

Cranford’s Michel Daly wins the 106-pound finals at the Region 4 Tournament

Cranford’s Michel Daly wins the 106-pound finals at the Region 4 Tournament

UNION, NJ — The keys to success, according to Cranford High School sophomore Michael Daly: “working on offense a lot, keep working hard and conditioning.” All three were in play Friday, Feb. 23, and Saturday, Feb. 24, and assisted Daly in coming out on top in all three of his matches at Region 4 at […]

Audience votes in THINK FAST One Act Play competition

Audience votes in THINK FAST One Act Play competition

UNION, NJ — Theatergoers from the United States and beyond will get to experience and participate in live theater — from home — as voters in The Theater Project’s prestigious THINK FAST short play competition, from Friday, March 1, through Sunday, March 3. Eight plays — submitted from around the country and as far away […]

Kumpf Middle School makes it to Science Olympiad States

Kumpf Middle School makes it to Science Olympiad States

CLARK, NJ — Carl H. Kumpf Middle School’s Science Olympiad team achieved eighth place against 18 other schools at the NJIT Regional Tournament on Friday, January 12, becoming a top school to compete at the State Tournament. According to soinc.org, “Founded in 1984, Science Olympiad is the premier team STEM competition in the nation, providing […]

Tips and programs provided during American Heart Month

Tips and programs provided during American Heart Month

UNION COUNTY, NJ — February is American Heart Month, and with recently published research indicating blood pressure control has worsened in both men and women since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, The Gateway Family YMCA urges community members to make their health a priority by getting a blood pressure screening. Blood pressure guidelines from […]

VACNJ to receive $20,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts

SUMMIT, NJ — The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey has announced it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $20,000. This grant will support an interdisciplinary project on art and mass incarceration through exhibitions and public programs across New Jersey in partnership with […]

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