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By TAPINTO NEW PROVIDENCE STAFF
April 18, 2024
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 ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The Berkeley Heights Rotary Club is excited to announce its annual Pancake Breakfast fundraiser, set to take place this Saturday, April 20, from 8 a.m. to noon at Mt. Carmel Hall, 56 River Rd. in Berkeley Heights. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Suggested donations ...
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 ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The Gov. Livingston boys' lacrosse team clinched an impressive victory at home, triumphing over Oratory Prep with a score of 11-3 in Tuesday's conference showdown. This triumph followed a hard-fought 9-8 loss against Hanover Park last Friday, where senior Brett Peer showcased ...
BERNARDSVILLE, NJ – The much-anticipated Fencesitter Film Festival, a collaborative venture between Bernardsville Cinema and Fencesitter Film, is poised to illuminate screens with cinematic brilliance from April 18th to 21st. Featuring a diverse selection of global cinema, the festival promises an ...
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 ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The Berkeley Heights Business & Civic (BHB&C) recently hosted its monthly networking breakfast at the Church of the Little Flower. The event started with a musical performance to set the tone for the morning. Father JC Merino, Pastor of the Church of Little Flower, ...
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 ...
BASKING RIDGE, NJ - Looking for a creative outlet in Basking Ridge? Look no further than Create Studios, a vibrant BYOB crafting studio for adults and teens. Located at 93 South Finley Avenue, Rear Building. Create Studios offers a welcoming space for crafters of all skill levels to unleash their ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The Gov. Livingston Highlanders continue to dominate the high school baseball scene, extending their undefeated streak to 7-0 with a commanding 9-1 victory over Scotch Plains-Fanwood on Monday. State-ranked No. 5 at the moment, the Highlanders showcased their strength and ...
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 - Members of various Governor Livingston High School STEM clubs recently visited students at Thomas P. Hughes and Mountain Park Schools to engage third-fifth grade students in a variety of STEM activities. Members of the GLHS Science Olympiad, Coding Club, Robotics Club, ...
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 ...
PARAMUS, NJ — Opening day arrived for The Valley Hospital’s new, state-of-the-art facility in Paramus, as it welcomed its first patients on Sunday morning. At 6 a.m., the hospital’s Ridgewood emergency room shut down and, an hour later, staff began individually transporting over 200 patients to the ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The county Board of Commissioners last week introduced a $543.4 million budget for 2024 that increases county-wide taxes by 1.75%. Introducing the budget, fiscal committee chairperson Rebecca Williams said the tax levy increase comes to $373,722,967.17. William said the ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Nestled in the heart of downtown Berkeley Heights, a new beacon of luxury and personalized care has emerged in the form of Vita Bella Salon. Founded in January 2024 by the passionate and ambitious Samantha Caggiano, this salon is not just a place for a haircut or color ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Excitement fills the air in Mountainside as Echo Lake Park transforms into a bustling Hollywood set for the filming of a highly anticipated Bob Dylan biopic movie. Starring Timothée Chalamet, the film promises to captivate audiences with the folk legend's story. Fans eagerly ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - On a brisk, windy Saturday morning, Snyder Avenue buzzed with excitement as the Police Athletic League's Opening Day Parade marked the kickoff for spring sports including baseball, softball, lacrosse, and the inaugural season of girls flag football. Led by police and rescue ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Gov. Livingston Highlanders extended their unbeaten streak to 6-0 with a commanding 3-0 victory over Lyndhurst on Saturday at home. In the pivotal fourth inning, Gov. Livingston's offense ignited, driving in all three runs that solidified their triumph. Anthony DeNora ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ – The Berkeley Heights Board of Education held a special public meeting on Wednesday to listen to presentations from three search firms. They will choose one of the firms to help them find a new superintendent to replace departing superintendent Dr. Melissa Varley. Varley ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The Berkeley Heights community was deeply saddened by the unfortunate incident that occurred on March 10, 2024, on Park Avenue involving Shaan Rawat, a beloved eighth-grade resident, who was involved in a serious accident while accompanied by his mother and cherished pet. In ...
WARREN, NJ — Governor Livingston seized an 8-3 victory over Watchung Hills on Wednesday, capitalizing on four crucial errors committed by their opponents. According to Watchung Hills head coach Brian Figueriedo, “When you play a 25-30 game season, unfortunately you’re going to have games like ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ -- The Gov. Livingston baseball team hasn't lost a game yet, and New Providence hasn't won one yet. But when the two teams met at Paul Miller Field on Tuesday, there really wasn't that large a gap at all between the two rivals. Matty Diskin pitched into the sixth inning and ...
With three straight wins against Union (10-0), Johnson (10-3) and Ridge (13-2) to open the season, the Governor Livingston High School softball team, which is now 3-1, is backed by senior leadership and offensive firepower. Although the team ended last season with a 19-7 record, coming up short ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - New Providence evokes the feelings of community, support and history. Dr. Bob Robinson (a.k.a. Dr. Bob) is thankful to be a longtime resident and business owner in New Providence. He is proud to have provided orthodontic treatment to generations of local families. He is a ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Join us by running or walking at our 25th Annual spring event at The Grove at The Park (200 Connell Drive) in Berkeley Heights! We will also continue with our tradition of offering a virtual option to our friends near and far. The event will kick off at 9:00AM on Saturday, ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – A 20-something in a hoodie is be-bop-bopping to the music, his head gently nodding to the bounce of the drums. A few tables over, a gray-haired gentleman polishing off his Pabst Blue Ribbon can’t take his eyes off the band. Nearby, a woman gives a hearty “Whoa!” at the ...
