McTernan appointed to fill Summit Common Council Ward 2 vacancy

McTernan appointed to fill Summit Common Council Ward 2 vacancy

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 […]

New police officer sworn in by Summit mayor

New police officer sworn in by Summit mayor

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 […]

Dip, dip, hooray! Annual Doggy Dip is a splashing success

Dip, dip, hooray! Annual Doggy Dip is a splashing success

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, […]

Common Council deals with a variety issues at Sept. 3 meeting

SUMMIT, NJ — Common Council President Pro Tem Delia Hamlet is providing a review of actions taken at the Tuesday, Sept. 3, council meeting. Hamlet will serve as council president until further notice, after Council President Lisa Allen announced her resignation at the meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 3. Common Council appointed Thomas Tucci to serve […]

Police show new trading cards

Police show new trading cards

SUMMIT, NJ — Summit Police Officer Dave Kotiga gave a presentation at the Tuesday, Sept. 17, Common Council meeting to share information on the Summit Police Department trading card program, which returns on Wednesday, Sept. 18. The program is sponsored by the Summit Elks Lodge 1246 and program information is available at www.cityofsummit.org/tradingcards. Photo Courtesy […]

Bike rodeo safety fair hosted at Soldiers Memorial Field

Bike rodeo safety fair hosted at Soldiers Memorial Field

SUMMIT, NJ — The city of Summit recently hosted a bike rodeo and pedestrian safety fair at Soldiers Memorial Field. The event was a part of the Mayors Wellness Campaign. Children attended the event on bikes, wearing helmets. They had fun while engaging in bicycle safety messaging. Representatives from Avenues in Motion performed helmet fit […]

Lederhosen and lagers: Oktoberfest comes to Reeves-Reed Arboretum

Lederhosen and lagers: Oktoberfest comes to Reeves-Reed Arboretum

SUMMIT, NJ — Reeves-Reed Arboretum will be putting the “Pub” in “public garden” for its annual Oktoberfest celebration on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 4 to 8 p.m. Come enjoy the festivities as Reeves-Reed Arboretum transforms into a beer garden for this seasonal fête featuring premium autumnal ales and Bavarian-style bratwurst, pretzels and side dishes provided […]

‘Gemstones,’ a Vivid Stage original series, begin live episodes on Sept. 21

‘Gemstones,’ a Vivid Stage original series, begin live episodes on Sept. 21

SUMMIT, NJ — Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center at 120 Morris Ave. in Summit, is celebrating its 30th anniversary season, marking 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. Next up is […]

September is Summit First Aid Squad Month

September is Summit First Aid Squad Month

SUMMIT, NJ — In keeping with a longstanding tradition, Mayor Elizabeth Fagan issued a proclamation designating September as “Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad Month” in the city. The proclamation comes as the squad prepares to launch its annual fund drive, which will be mailed on Saturday, Sept. 14. Since it was formed in 1962, the […]

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