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 […]

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 […]

Grants awarded to Reeves-Reed Arboretum from Union County and New Jersey Garden Clubs

Grants awarded to Reeves-Reed Arboretum from Union County and New Jersey Garden Clubs

SUMMIT, NJ — Reeves-Reed Arboretum is the recipient of several local grants this year totaling $9,500. This funding will support various projects and enhance the beauty and sustainability of the local non-profit public garden that is celebrating its 50th year. The grants include: • $500 from a Union County Means Green Community Garden Grant to […]

Crockett named agent of the year

SUMMIT, NJ — Carrie-Ann Crockett was named “professional agent of the year” by The Professional Insurance Agents of New Jersey, during its annual conference in Atlantic City last month. Crockett is personal lines manager and affluent and family office specialist for Schechner Lifson Corp. in Summit. The Professional Agent of the Year award is given […]

John Brunetto promoted to the rank of sergeant

John Brunetto promoted to the rank of sergeant

SUMMIT — Summit Police Officer John Brunetto was promoted to the rank of sergeant at a ceremony at City Hall on Tuesday, June 25. Brunetto grew up in Westfield and later attended Kean University and the John H. Stamler Police Academy. He was hired by the Summit Police Department in 2012 and has worked in […]

Summit has its 77th July 4th celebration

Summit has its 77th July 4th celebration

SUMMIT — Summit’s 77th annual Fourth of July Celebration at Soldiers Memorial Field included musical entertainment, rides, bounce houses, amusement games, sand art and several food trucks. Later in the evening, there was a grand fireworks display. The event began with a flag-raising ceremony at noon, followed by a decorated bicycle parade for children. Three-year-olds […]

Private use of public property statement released

SUMMIT, NJ — The city of Summit is issuing the following statement to fully explain and clarify the regulations it follows for the private use of public property. Certain individuals have incorrectly alleged that the city of Summit infringed on their First Amendment Right to hold a demonstration on the Village Green. While the First […]