Juneteenth Celebration to feature ‘A Visit With Buffalo Soldier Cathay Williams’

Juneteenth Celebration to feature ‘A Visit With Buffalo Soldier Cathay Williams’

KENILWORTH, NJ — On Saturday, June 7, the Kenilworth Historical Society will present a colorful, enlightening program celebrating African-American culture and the significance of the Juneteenth holiday, which annually commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.  It will feature an inspiring interactive visit with notable African-American female Buffalo soldier Cathay Williams, 1844-1893, as portrayed by […]

As Summer Travel Surges, Movement to End Roadway Deaths Gains Momentum

As Summer Travel Surges, Movement to End Roadway Deaths Gains Momentum

  By The New Jersey Department of Transportation   When people see damaged vehicles and emergency responders on the road, they might say they saw a car accident. But the truth is, most crashes are not accidents, or something that was random and unavoidable. Instead, many of the incidents that cause fatalities or serious injuries […]

Petey gives children a very ‘pawsome’ reading experience at Kenilworth Library

Petey gives children a very ‘pawsome’ reading experience at Kenilworth Library

KENILWORTH, NJ — Children at the Kenilworth Public Library recently got the opportunity to practice their reading skills with Petey, Marisa Corrigan’s certified therapy dog. He’s a rescue from Oklahoma. Corrigan believes he may be about 4 years old. Alexis, 10, read “Mr. Happy,” a book by Roger Hargreaves, to him as Scarlett, 10, rubbed […]

Kenilworth mayor outlines plans for the borough in 2025

KENILWORTH, NJ — The borough of Kenilworth is excited to announce an ambitious plan for 2025, with a focus on enhancing community infrastructure and public safety. Mayor Linda Karlovitch expressed her enthusiasm for the upcoming projects, which aim to enrich the quality of life for Kenilworth residents. “We are committed to creating a thriving community […]

Gallery to display photography exhibit ‘Perspectives’

Gallery to display photography exhibit ‘Perspectives’

KENILWORTH, NJ — The Gallery-on-the-Boulevard will present “Perspectives – Life Through Our Lenses,” exhibiting the work of four women photographers from May through August. Jacki Dickert is a New Jersey fine art photographer and is active in the NJ photography community as an exhibiting artist, teacher and judge. About her infrared photos she said, “Infrared […]

A purr-fect evening at Kenilworth Public Library

A purr-fect evening at Kenilworth Public Library

KENLWORTH, NJ — There’s nothing more adorable than the pitter-patter of little paws. And that was apparent recently at Kenilworth Public Library, where kittens were the focus of the evening. Children ages 3 and older attended a special story time, followed by a special visitor from an animal shelter. Robin Koerner, coordinator of children’s services, […]

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