Former resident reaches out to help veterans

Former resident reaches out to help veterans

CACHE, Okla. — Veterans Day is on Nov. 11, but while the nation is paying tribute to all the men and women who served in the U.S. Armed Forces, some of those very same people are finding their lives aren’t going so well. For Paul Wojtowicz, a resident of Toms River who lived in Clark […]

Premiere Stages at Kean University announces Play Festival and commission recipients

UNION, NJ — Premiere Stages at Kean University is proud to announce four playwrights selected for expanded development as part of the 2023 and 2024 seasons. Premiere Stages has selected “Diversion,” by Scott Organ, as the winner of the 2023 Play Festival. The Premiere Play Festival is an annual competition for unproduced scripts that offers […]

Rahway inspires readers with reading medals

Rahway inspires readers with reading medals

RAHWAY, NJ — Franklin Elementary School in Rahway is celebrating reading by giving reading medals to students. The medals were presented by Juan Miao, the school’s vice principal, and Bubbakoo’s Burritos coupons were also distributed to the students. Miao spoke to the students about the importance of reading and how it can open up a […]

Union County students named 2023-2024 Governor’s STEM Scholars

Union County students named 2023-2024 Governor’s STEM Scholars

CHATHAM, NJ — The Governor’s STEM Scholars welcomed Mina Basaly of Elizabeth, Robert Bress of New Providence, Juan Chang of Plainfield, Emily Hickey and Lily Liu of Summit, Janeli Tenecota-Villa of Scotch Plains, Jolie Estevao of Elizabeth and Omolola Falana of Plainfield into the 2023-2024 class. Selected among nearly 1,000 applicants from across this state, […]

Plays By Neighbors raises funds for local residents experiencing food insecurity

Plays By Neighbors raises funds for local residents experiencing food insecurity

SUMMIT, NJ — Plays By Neighbors, a fundraising theatrical event, recently took place at Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Summit. The event featured original short plays written and performed by professional New Jersey artists. Produced by Nick Gandiello for Neighborhood Beacon, donations came from attendees to help Springfield and Union residents who are challenged with […]

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