SUMMIT, NJ — A group of prominent former elected officials from Summit, including two former mayors and several past councilmembers, has officially announced their support for the Summit Democrat’s 2024 Common Council candidates: Michelle Kalmanson and Claire Toth. This show of unity underscores the party’s commitment to key issues affecting Summit, including pedestrian safety, support […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]