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By VALERIE STIERHOFF
April 25, 2024
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Imagine, A Center for Coping with Loss with locations in Mountainside and Newark is one of 11 grief-centered organizations nationwide selected by Judi’s House/JAG Institute to participate in the 2024 Childhood Bereavement Changemaker program to build capacity for data collection ...
U.S. Rep. Donald M. Payne Jr., a former Newark city councilman who died on Wednesday, April 24, led a political life from the cradle to the grave. The son of late Congressman Donald M. Payne, who left a legendary legacy in county and national politics, Don Jr. worked hard to establish his own ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The county launched its Street Smart NJ pedestrian safety campaign this month at a site where a pedestrian was seriously injured in 2023. The current campaign, consisting of large educational signs and distribution of safety information throughout the municipality, in schools ...
EVANSTON, IL – The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) revealed the names of the initial winners in the 69th annual National Merit Scholarship Program today. Among them is Konstantin Munoz, a New Providence resident attending Union County Magnet School in Scotch Plains. These scholars ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ -- Joe LaRosa's RBI double in the bottom of the sixth inning broke a tie and Scotch Plains-Fanwood held on for a 5-4 baseball victory over New Providence on Tuesday. It was the fourth straight victory for the Raiders (8-4), while New Providence (3-6) has lost three in a row -- ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - TAPinto Berkeley Heights recently sat with Kristina Brusco, the co-owner of Diamond Hill Montessori School, to delve into the school's philosophy and its active role within the local community. Established 22 years ago in Berkeley Heights, Diamond Hill Montessori serves as ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - New Providence High School has earned the No. 41 spot in New Jersey, as per U.S. News & World Report's latest 2024 Best High Schools rankings. With a student body of 661 and a student-to-teacher ratio of 11:1, the school's academic performance has garnered recognition on a ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ -- Dave Portnoy of Barstool Sports is widely recognized as the country's premier pizza reviewer. His reviews can transform a local pizzeria into a destination. Portnoy, who does "One Bite Reviews," stopped at a number of places in New Jersey on Sunday, including Scotch ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - New Providence Memorial Library is gearing up for a month filled with engaging activities and informative sessions for people of all ages. From author talks to craft workshops, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Here's a rundown of the upcoming events: Author Talk with ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - In a heartfelt letter addressed to the residents of the Borough of New Providence, Council President Peter C. DeSarno, CPA, announced his decision not to seek re-election for a third term when his current term expires at the end of this year. DeSarno, who has served as ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ -- It's spring, so this is the season that Jackson Zarinko has been making his impact on the lacrosse field for New Providence. But Zarinko, who will graduate in June, has made his mark in three sports over 10 different athletic seasons since 2021. He's got 21 goals and ...
CRANFORD, NJ — In response to an anonymous letter threatening a boycott of the shop over the rainbow pride flag in its window, Sweet n Fancy Emporium has been shown a lot of love. Amanda Citron, the owner, wants to give some back with a fundraiser she’s calling “A Celebration of Love” on Sunday, ...
UNION, NJ -- Ethan Cifarelli deserved a better fate. The junior right-hander from New Providence pitched a brilliant game, but had the misfortune of being matched against very possibly the best left-hander in Union County. Sean Budis pitched a one-hitter and Brearley scored an unearned run in ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - New Providence got a stylish boost to its business scene Thursday afternoon as Moxie Salon and Beauty Bar cut the ribbon for its grand opening. Mayor Al Morgan, along with New Providence Business Community leaders Michelle Elefante and Lisa Barfield, were there to celebrate, ...
BEDMINSTER, NJ - A crash involving multiple vehicles happened on Interstate 78 at Mile Marker 32.6 on Friday afternoon around 12:40 p.m. A box truck and several cars were involved. This led to the highway being closed temporarily to help emergency responders do their job. Authorities have closed ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Get ready for a whole new level of luxury living right here in Berkeley Heights with Berkeley Crossing. Perfectly placed within walking distance of the NYC train, restaurants, shops, and parks, this brand-new luxury apartment complex is changing the game. With amazing ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - Are you ready to unleash your inner star on stage? Look no further than the esteemed Musical Theater Camp offered at Elefante Music & School for the Performing Arts, where passion meets performance, and dreams take center stage! At the much-loved traditional Musical ...
METUCHEN, NJ — Most folks around here already know downtown Metuchen is a terrific place to visit, dine, shop, and enjoy the arts. Now, the rest of America will realize that too. Money Magazine has named Middlesex County’s “Brainy Boro” as New Jersey’s 2024 Best Place to Live. In fact, Metuchen ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - The New Providence Girls Lacrosse team celebrated their seniors in grand fashion on Wednesday, clinching a resounding 10-4 victory over neighboring rivals Gov. Livingston, who entered the matchup on a three-game win streak and undefeated record. The game not only displayed the ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ -- The New Providence baseball team won its third game in a row, 11-1, over Union Catholic on Wednesday. Junior left-hander Vince Graziano pitched a five-inning two-hitter with six strikeouts and three walks. He threw 76 pitches. Ryan Kessler went 2-for-3 with a triple and ...
Newark is renowned at this time of year for the annual burst of color in the North Ward at Branch Brook Park, where its cherry trees erupt in shades of pink and white, purple and red, magenta and mauve. But only two miles away in Newark's downtown, the tourist agency that works to promote the city ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - Jersey Aquatic Center (JAC) is making waves in the swimming community with its announcement of in-person tryouts for the highly anticipated JAC swim team. Responding to overwhelming demand, JAC is thrilled to invite swimmers aged 7-18 to showcase their talents and join their ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - Eight months ago, Prestige Diner's started a new initiative--Citizen of the Month, a program aimed at recognizing outstanding members of our New Providence community who embody the spirit of good neighborliness and paying it forward. This month, their honoree is Donna ...
MANVILLE, NJ - Since 2018, Valairco Heating and Cooling has been dedicated to giving back to the community through its Valairco Cares initiative. This program aims to support non-profit organizations that demonstrate exceptional dedication to helping those in need. To date, Valairco has provided ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ - The Scotch Plains-Fanwood boys lacrosse team put an end to New Providence's three-game winning streak on Monday, evening their season record to 3-3 with a 12-7 victory at home over the Pioneers. New Providence, now with a 4-3 record, secured wins against Morristown, ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ -- New Providence scored five runs in the second inning and went on to its first baseball victory, 9-2, over Roselle Catholic on Monday. Vinny Bisaccia went 3-for-4 with two runs scored, a double and a run batted in for the Pioneers (1-3), who led, 6-2, after two ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy wants to pump nearly $1 billion more into New Jersey schools. The new spending would increase state aid to public schools by 5% over the current level and is meant to “fully fund” K-12 education to ensure that New Jersey children receive a top-notch ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — In its fourth year, the Dress Express Boutique, held at Embassy Suites in Berkeley Heights, was a big hit, attracting eager crowds looking for special occasion dresses while supporting the worthy cause Mercy Girl Effect. Dress Express Boutique has not only flourished but ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Opa! Demi Lovato, singer, songwriter and actress, stopped into Ambeli Greek Taverna for a bite to eat on Friday evening. Lovato, who is in town filming scenes for the movie “Tow,” posed for photos with employees outside the popular Cranford restaurant. Residents would surely agree ...
WAYNE, NJ – New Jersey’s Warrior Hockey Team, led by two Wayne residents, Head Coach Ted Curtin and Captain Ernie Hernandez defeated the Nebraska Warriors 2-0 in the finals of Tier V, becoming this division’s first-ever national championship. The New Jersey Warriors are sponsored by the New ...
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