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Valley Road School hosts Colonial Job Fair: CLARK, NJ — On Friday, Jan. 17, ​fifth-grade students at Valley Road Element...
02/19/2025

Valley Road School hosts Colonial Job Fair: CLARK, NJ — On Friday, Jan. 17, ​fifth-grade students at Valley Road Elementary School participated in a Colonial Job Fair as the culmination to their social studies unit on Colonies. Organized by fifth-grade teachers Jessica Zerella, Alyssa Englert and Colleen MacNamara, the students stepped back in history to emulate apprentices and master artisans of the […]

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Union County Commissioner’s Gallery exhibits artwork for Black History Month: UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board ...
02/19/2025

Union County Commissioner’s Gallery exhibits artwork for Black History Month: UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners will present artwork from three local artists, Mansa M***a, Brian Branch Price and Lydia Watson, in celebration of Black History Month, in an exhibit at the Commissioners Gallery, located on the sixth floor of the Union County Administration Building at 10 Elizabethtown Plaza. Gallery […]

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Kean University adds women’s and men’s wrestling to its roster of NCAA Sports: UNION, NJ — Kean University is expanding ...
02/18/2025

Kean University adds women’s and men’s wrestling to its roster of NCAA Sports: UNION, NJ — Kean University is expanding its athletic offerings by adding men’s and women’s wrestling to the university’s diverse roster of NCAA sports beginning in fall 2025. With the addition of the two wrestling programs – a new women’s team and the reestablished men’s team – the university will field a total of 22 […]

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Call for nominations: Roselle Park Woman of the year Award to be given: ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Courageous. Fearless. Game ch...
02/18/2025

Call for nominations: Roselle Park Woman of the year Award to be given: ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Courageous. Fearless. Game changer. Mutual respect for others. These are the qualities of the individual the borough of Roselle Park is looking for when presenting the honor of “Woman of the Year.” “It’s that time of year again! Celebrating women and their efforts in our community is a beautiful time of […]

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Rahway resident authors book on the daily challenges law enforcement officers encounter: RAHWAY, NJ — Rahway resident Be...
02/17/2025

Rahway resident authors book on the daily challenges law enforcement officers encounter: RAHWAY, NJ — Rahway resident Beverly A. Brewster worked as director of Foundation of Policing and Justice for the past five years. Her recently published book, “Badge of Honor: An Alternate Perspective,” was written for students, organizations and communities to understand the daily challenges that law enforcement officers encounter. The book aims to bridge the […]

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Cranford Public Library announces Children’s Room expansion project to begin this month: CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford Pub...
02/17/2025

Cranford Public Library announces Children’s Room expansion project to begin this month: CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford Public Library is thrilled to announce the start of construction on a major expansion of its beloved Children’s Room. This exciting project will double the size of the current space, creating a bright, modern and inviting area for the youngest patrons. The expanded room will feature large, sun-filled windows and […]

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February 2025 Children’s Department programs and events are listed: KENILWORTH, NJ — The following activities are offere...
02/17/2025

February 2025 Children’s Department programs and events are listed: KENILWORTH, NJ — The following activities are offered by the Children’s Department of the Kenilworth Public Library, 548 Boulevard, Kenilworth, for the month of February. Weekly programs • Bingo For Children: Monday, Feb. 24, from 6:30 to 7 p.m. Bingo games for children, for ages 3 and older. • Lap Sit: Tuesdays, Feb. 18 and […]

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St. Thomas Flea Market and Craft Sale is a big hit: RAHWAY, NJ — St. Thomas the Apostle Byzantine Catholic Church in Rah...
02/16/2025

St. Thomas Flea Market and Craft Sale is a big hit: RAHWAY, NJ — St. Thomas the Apostle Byzantine Catholic Church in Rahway hosts its flea market and craft sale several times a year. Coordinated by MaryAnn Laskowski and Andrea Kobelas, the event has been happening since 1987. Some vendors have been selling there for as many as 20 years. The Americans with Disabilities Act-accessible center […]

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Clark Recreation announces 2024 Volunteer Resident of the Year Award: CLARK, NJ — Recreation Director Ralph Bernardo pre...
02/16/2025

Clark Recreation announces 2024 Volunteer Resident of the Year Award: CLARK, NJ — Recreation Director Ralph Bernardo presented the 2024 Volunteer Resident of the Year Award at the Clark Council meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 21, recognizing an outstanding individual who has dedicated countless hours to supporting the community. “So many residents offer their services and volunteer their time to help the recreation department throughout the […]

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Roosevelt Elementary School students dive deep into the world of electromagnetism: RAHWAY, NJ — Sixth-grade students at ...
02/16/2025

Roosevelt Elementary School students dive deep into the world of electromagnetism: RAHWAY, NJ — Sixth-grade students at Roosevelt Elementary School recently took part in a virtual lab experience into the world of electromagnetism. Acting as electrical engineers, the students delved into the fascinating properties of electromagnets, exploring how various factors influence their strength and comparing them to their permanent counterparts. During the lab, students actively participated […]

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Remembering Officer Robert Hand – 50 years later: CRANFORD, NJ — It has been 50 years since the death of the only Cranfo...
02/15/2025

Remembering Officer Robert Hand – 50 years later: CRANFORD, NJ — It has been 50 years since the death of the only Cranford police officer to lose his life in the line of duty. Patrolman Robert F. Hand sacrificed his life protecting and serving the citizens of Cranford on Feb. 11, 1975, following a motor vehicle pursuit. To commemorate his sacrifice, members of […]

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Springfield Free Public Library hosts events in February: SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Free Public Library, 66 Moun...
02/15/2025

Springfield Free Public Library hosts events in February: SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Free Public Library, 66 Mountain Ave., Springfield, offers the following programs for the month of February: Teen Karate with Andrew from USA Karate, for ages 12 and older, on Thursday, Feb. 6, at 3:30 p.m. No registration is required. Bear Stuffing and Story Time, for ages 4 to 8, on […]

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Downtown Cranford hosts 2025’s Galentine’s Sweetheart Walk: CRANFORD, NJ — Valentine’s Day is not just for lovers; it’s ...
02/14/2025

Downtown Cranford hosts 2025’s Galentine’s Sweetheart Walk: CRANFORD, NJ — Valentine’s Day is not just for lovers; it’s for good friends and family, too! Galentine’s Day is a global holiday that celebrates women’s friendship, typically marked as Feb. 13, but it can be observed any day. Downtown Cranford’s Galentine’s Sweetheart Walk was celebrated recently, with friends and families gathering for a fun […]

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Elizabeth girls basketball edges Cranford, 59-57, moves on in UCT: UNION COUNTY, NJ — Last year, the Cranford High Schoo...
02/14/2025

Elizabeth girls basketball edges Cranford, 59-57, moves on in UCT: UNION COUNTY, NJ — Last year, the Cranford High School Cougars were a basket away from capturing their first county championship in eight years. As it turned out, the Elizabeth High School Minutemen ended up winning the whole thing and for the first time since three-peating in 1997. Elizabeth edged Cranford, 59-57, in overtime in […]

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02/14/2025

UNION COUNTY, NJ — Last year, the Cranford High School Cougars were a basket away from capturing their first county championship in eight years. As it turned out, the Elizabeth High School Minuteme…

Rahway High School wrestling team celebrates seniors: RAHWAY, NJ — On Friday Jan 24, Rahway High School’s wrestling team...
02/13/2025

Rahway High School wrestling team celebrates seniors: RAHWAY, NJ — On Friday Jan 24, Rahway High School’s wrestling team celebrated Senior Night with a significant win of 56-19 against Arthur L. Johnson High School. The event honored the team’s senior male wrestlers, including Matthew Samaniego, Chris Valerio, Davin Duran, Javier Gonzalez, John Bunbury, Imir Bearfield, Nelson Perez and Jonathan Martinez. The seniors […]

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Union wrestlers reach section semifinals before falling to Bayonne, 45-27: UNION, NJ — While the Union Farmers advanced ...
02/13/2025

Union wrestlers reach section semifinals before falling to Bayonne, 45-27: UNION, NJ — While the Union Farmers advanced one step further in team state tournament wrestling action this year, it was the same school that took them out. Last year, Union High School wrestled Bayonne High School in the North 2, Group 5 playoffs on the side of the bracket that was at Phillipsburg High […]

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02/13/2025

UNION, NJ — While the Union Farmers advanced one step further in team state tournament wrestling action this year, it was the same school that took them out. Last year, Union High School wrestled B…

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