SUMMIT, NJ — Sometimes when going up against a tougher opponent, this time an arch rival, you have to put it out of your mind that another 40 points is going to be automatic. Summit High School found that out right away against Cranford High School when its first attempt at scoring sailed wide left. […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — There are now just four weekends left in the regular season before the playoffs commence on Friday, Nov. 1. Some teams have played five games and some four. Remaining undefeated in Union County are Summit and Arthur L. Johnson high schools, both 4-0. They were both decisive in victory last weekend, […]
INDIANA, PA — A student from Roselle at Indiana University of Pennsylvania has been selected for the 2024 IUP Homecoming Crimson Court. Members of the Crimson Court will take part in all university Homecoming activities, including the annual Homecoming parade on Saturday, Oct. 5. The Crimson Court consists of students chosen by a university-wide student […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners invited seniors, aged 60 and older, and their caregivers to visit their local ASK – Aging Services Kiosk – in September. These services provided an opportunity for attendees to meet with experienced professionals who could offer expert guidance on senior programs and resources and help […]
SUMMIT, NJ — At its meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 17, Summit Common Council voted unanimously to approve the appointment of Mike McTernan as Ward 2 common council member. McTernan fills the Ward 2 seat vacated by former Council President Lisa Allen who resigned earlier this month. “We are extremely pleased that someone with Mike’s passion […]
SUMMIT, NJ — On Wednesday, Sept. 18, at City Hall, Summit Mayor Dr. Elizabeth Fagan presided over the swearing-in ceremony for new Summit Police Officer Anthony Manna. Manna grew up in Towaco and attended St. John Fisher University, receiving an undergraduate degree in criminal justice and criminology. Manna has worked as a teacher’s assistant with […]
SUMMIT, NJ — Dogs of all breeds and sizes were keeping cool at the pool. The Summit Department of Community Programs recently hosted its annual Doggy Dip at Summit’s Family Aquatic Center on Saturday, Sept. 21. The event was open to Summit residents and non-residents. Gretchen Masterfano, program coordinator at Summit Family Aquatic Center, said, […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Gateway Family YMCA will host Senior Health and Fitness Day on Wednesday, Oct. 16. The Y is providing a Community Open House with activities such as swimming, group exercise, water exercise, blood pressure self-monitoring, a community health fair, health screenings and information at Y branches in Elizabeth, Rahway and Union. […]
UNION, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy has signed a special recognition letter honoring the House of Hearts Network, Lesniak Institute for American Leadership and Latino Action Network Foundation for their dedication to empowering youth across the state of New Jersey through the Breaking Barriers Conference. The letter emphasizes the importance and impact of youth initiatives […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Crane-Phillips House Museum reopened for the season with a Fall Festival, hosted by the Cranford Historical Society, on Sunday, Sept. 22, with tours and an outside festival. There were vendors, crafters, food, music and children’s activities, including face painting, games and crafts. Games included a pumpkin toss and horseshoes. Barbara Klaus, […]