ROSELLE, NJ — Inroads To Opportunities, a Union County-based non-profit human services agency that provides programs and services to individuals with disabilities, hosted “Every Vote Counts,” an event dedicated to educating the community on the importance of voter participation for all. This event was at Inroads headquarters in Roselle. This first-time event included actual voting […]
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — The American Association of Dental Boards, a leading organization in dental regulation, had its Mid-Year Meeting in Chicago this April 11 and 12, bringing together representatives from 33 states to address key issues impacting the dental industry. Attendees offered insights into how they’ve managed controversial topics such as fluoridation, internationally educated providers, […]
ELIZABETH — The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites nature lovers of all ages to visit the Union County Falcon Cam at ucnj.org/falcon, where they can watch as two adult peregrine falcons raise four chicks in their nest atop the historic Union County Courthouse Tower in Elizabeth. The Union County Falcon Cam is the […]
SUMMIT , NJ— During the month of May, Kenvue supported vulnerable communities. Kenvue – maker of Neutrogena, Listerine, Aveeno, and Tylenol – helped those affected by natural disasters, homelessness and conflict. This was in celebration of Kenvue Cares Week, which is part of its Healthy Lives Mission that strives to advance the wellbeing of people […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Second-grade students from Walnut Avenue Elementary School, Lyla Kaiser and Esmé Valenzano, were recognized on Thursday, May 15, as finalists in the sixth annual Healthy School Lunch Challenge hosted by Pomptonian Food Service to help promote healthy food choices. This cooking challenge was open to all students in kindergarten through fifth grade […]
CRANFORD, NJ – During the Township Committee Meeting on Tuesday, May 20, the committee approved the appointments of two new firefighters, including the first female firefighter in the history of the department. The committee also approved the appointment of a full-time emergency medical technician. Chapin Taggart and Paul Richardson have been hired as probationary firefighters […]
RAHWAY, NJ — On Wednesday, May 28, Rahway High School hosted its annual Olympics Day, an exciting morning and afternoon of fun and fitness as the elementary and middle school students competed in a variety of activities and track events! This year’s winners were Roosevelt Elementary School in the elementary school division and the Rahway […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The kickoff to Pride Month happened at Chisholm Community Center. There was music, dancing, chalk art and information tables. Halo Roasters provided free refreshments. Attendees also received plenty of Pride buttons, stickers, bracelets and rainbow flags. Athena, 17, who sings with the Jonathan Dayton High School All Stars, said, “The whole community […]
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Roselle Park High School student Yanna Mettelus has been named May Student of the Month. Student of the Month is a service project of the Rotary Club of Roselle-Roselle Park funded in part by a grant from the Rotary Foundation. This community service project honors a senior from each of the […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford Police Department is currently seeking applicants for the position of a full-time police officer. Applicants must possess a New Jersey PTC Basic Course for Police Officer Certification or must currently be enrolled in an Alternate Route Police Academy Program. Applicants will be subject to a thorough background investigation and must […]