Kean University launches new academic year focused on equity and ‘anchoring down’

Kean University launches new academic year focused on equity and ‘anchoring down’

UNION, NJ — Kean University President Lamont O. Repollet began his fifth academic year at the helm of New Jersey’s urban research university on Thursday, Aug. 29, with a visionary Opening Day address, highlighting Kean’s work in closing equity gaps and serving as an anchor institution in the U.S. and worldwide. “We are in the […]

Union County Clerk informs out-of-county students to apply for vote-by-mail ballots today

UNION COUNTY, NJ — All students who are Union County residents attending schools outside of Union County this fall are advised to immediately apply for their vote-by-mail ballot to ensure they are received in time for the 2024 presidential primary election. Vote-by-mail ballots will be available for mailing on or about Saturday, Sept. 21. There […]

Scouts get ready for commemoration

Scouts get ready for commemoration

CRANFORD, NJ — Boy Scout Troop 75 of Cranford, pictured, conduct a service project for the Abraham Clark Memorial House on Saturday, Aug. 17. The Boy Scouts and Leaders cleaned up the windows, sidewalks, grindstone, monument and chairs, helping the Abraham Clark Chapter of the New Jersey Society of the Sons of the American Revolution […]

National Night Out builds bonds in Union

National Night Out builds bonds in Union

UNION, NJ — On behalf of the Union Police Department, the township of Union recently invited the community to celebrate National Night Out. National Night Out is an annual community event that attempts to strengthen police and community relationships. Originally scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 6, when much of the country celebrated NNO, rain forced the […]

Cranford YMCA launches new creative arts and enrichment programs this fall

Cranford YMCA launches new creative arts and enrichment programs this fall

CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford YMCA is launching a series of creative arts programs beginning this September, designed to cultivate creativity in individuals across various age groups. The first session of classes will run from Tuesday, Sept. 3, to Saturday, Oct. 26. Classes being offered this fall include: • Creative Expression: Children ages 6-9 can […]

Vivid Stage announces unique and adventurous 30th anniversary season

SUMMIT, NJ — Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center at 120 Morris Ave., Summit, is announcing its 30th anniversary season, celebrating three decades of bringing contemporary theater to audiences in the state of New Jersey. This season, the company will present 30 performances of different kinds, in locations throughout the region. Shows will include […]