LINDEN, NJ — Seventy-five-year-old Alfred Mohammed received his master’s degree in liberal arts from the University of Chicago. The 4th Ward city councilmember has been an advocate of education, social justice and health equity for decades. “I am humbled to have accomplished this milestone achievement,” he said. “However, this proves that education is very important, […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Melao Cafe and Creamery in Rahway has partnered with Rahway Public School’s Grover Cleveland Elementary School for a creative collaboration that showcases student artwork. Grover Cleveland students designed custom sleeves for Melao cups, adding a touch of artistic flair for customers at the shop, located at 1425 Irving St. The project stemmed […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — A blue-tongued skink, a red tail boa, a hedgehog, a skunk, a kookaburra and a snapping turtle surely are unique. And they were all the stars of the show at a recent Springfield Free Public Library event. More than 70 people were in attendance, captivated by these different, adorable creatures. Larry Apap, […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Ian Fraser recently entertained an audience of 30 at Rahway Senior Center, playing the Wurlitzer pipe organ. Songs included “Love of My Life” by Queen and “Beyond the Sea” by Bobby Darin. And the audience loved it. “He was excellent!” said Thelma Curry, of Rahway. Fraser’s interest in old music sparked when […]
ROSELLE, NJ — Inroads To Opportunities, a Union County-based non-profit human services agency that provides programs and services to individuals with disabilities, celebrated its 2024 Transition Graduation Ceremony. This event honored graduating students, teachers and community leaders. The graduation took place at Inroads To Opportunities’ main campus in Roselle. Inroads School-to-Work Transition Program works with […]
NEWARK, NJ — The archdiocese of Newark and its news outlet, Jersey Catholic, have been nationally recognized for their contributions to communications and Catholic journalism, earning 10 prestigious awards from the national Catholic Media Association at its annual Catholic Media Awards ceremony in Atlanta on Friday, June 21. Archdiocesan staff members won multiple awards for […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners has announced that the applications for the 2024 Kids Recreation Trust Fund Grant and Greening Union County Grant are now available online for municipalities to complete and submit. “These grants are essential for Union County because they allow us to improve playgrounds and other […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The New Jersey Association of Community Theaters Perry Awards are given for outstanding achievements in the New Jersey Community Theater, and it’s no surprise that Cranford Dramatic Club Theatre has been nominated for 12 awards this year. The 105-year-old nonprofit community theater continuously puts on top notch-productions. CDC President Joe Leo said, […]
WEST ORANGE, NJ — Five games in three days involving schools from Morris, Essex, Union and Hudson counties will take place at West Orange High School during the first weekend of the season, also known as Week Zero. The first 2024 Giants Mountaineer Classic at West Orange features one game on Thursday, Aug. 29; two […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Big Central Conference football commences with a big splash Thursday, Aug. 8, as its annual Media Day will take place at Kean University’s Harwood Arena in Union. The first official day of practice is Monday, Aug. 12; scrimmages begin Monday, Aug. 19, and the 2024 season kicks off Thursday, Aug 29. […]