ROSELLE, NJ — Nearly 20 years ago, a kidney transplant saved Nancy “Zoeh” Arana’s life. The Roselle resident moved to the United States from El Salvador when she was just 12 years old. Coming in July, her first impression of the United States was that the weather was the same as El Salvador. And everyone […]
SUMMIT, NJ — Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave., Summit, will be hosting its annual family-friendly autumn festival “Celebrate Fall” on Sunday, Oct. 20, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year’s festival promises exciting activities, seasonal treats and entertainment for all ages as Reeves-Reed celebrates 50 years as a public arboretum, historic garden, and educational […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Union County residents interested in helping voters at polling locations on Election Day this year have time to apply to become poll workers. Poll workers will earn $300 for the day, starting at 5:15 a.m. through at least 8:15 p.m., after the close of the polls. The general election is on […]
CRANFORD, NJ — What’s the buzz? What’s happening is, “Jesus Christ Superstar” is being performed weekends at Cranford Drama Club Theatre until Sunday, Oct. 27. The show is nothing short of fabulous – the set design, the costumes, the stunning choreography and movement, the top-notch lighting, emotional voices – it’s all something to be seen […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners has announced Union County’s “Four Centuries in a Weekend” countywide history event returns for its 30th season on Saturday, Oct. 19, and Sunday, Oct. 20. Unless noted otherwise, all participating historic sites are open from noon to 5 p.m. Each day is packed with […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Theater Project and the Cranford Library continue the autumn 2024 New Play Readings series on Saturday, Oct. 19, at 2 p.m., at Cranford Community Center’s 110-seat theater, 220 Walnut Ave. This month’s play is “Listen,” by Brigid Amos: when a brilliant but unstable artist brings his Bob Ross-inspired landscape painting to […]
RAHWAY, NJ — The city of Rahway has announced a lineup of thrilling and family-friendly Halloween events for residents of all ages. From Halloween parties to pumpkin painting to the highly anticipated Halloween Parade and Spooktacular, there is something for everyone to enjoy this spooky season. Kicking off the festivities on Thursday, Oct. 17, […]
RAHWAY, NJ — There are several different manners in which a football team can qualify for the playoffs in New Jersey. Case in point: the Rahway Indians. Last year, a really young varsity squad began the season promising at 3-1 and then lost its final five regular season games. Still, Rahway High School was able […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Two Union County squads captured their first triumphs. Another one came oh so close. The only undefeated team remaining in the county made a valiant comeback effort in the second half that just fell short. Week Six was an interesting one concerning Union County football squads that were seeking to strengthen […]
CLARK, NJ — On the first Thursday of each month, from noon to 2 p.m., Clark Senior Meetings are offered for seniors at the Clark Recreation Department. During these two-hour meetings, there are guest speakers and a free lunch. At the meeting on Thursday, Oct. 3, more than 100 seniors were in attendance, but that’s […]