CLARK, NJ – The Clark Fire Department is seeking additional members to join its ranks. Fire Chief Frank Cerasa recently spoke with TAPinto Clark about the recruitment efforts.

“[We’re] looking for as many [new members] as we can get,” explained Cerasa, who is open to recruiting both older and younger members. Cerasa will consider applications from non-trained applicants ...

CLARK, NJ – The Clark Board of Education focused on the achievements of three Arthur L. Johnson student’s during their Showcase of Success recently. 

ALJ Seniors Erin Heaning and Ivy Lin were named National Merit Commended Scholars based on their 2017 PSAT scores.  ALJ Principal Jennifer Feeley explained that over 1.6 million students across the nation took the PSATs ...

METUCHEN, NJ - Know a student that soars through math challenges without hesitation?  Have a Math whiz in the family?  It's time to get them to sign up for the Saint Joseph High School Annual Mathematics Competition.   

The event is open to any New Jersey students in grades seven or eight.   The 45-minute exam consists of 16 questions including algebra, ...

CLARK, NJ – Four Arthur L. Johnson High School student athletes signed letters of intent to play NCAA Collegiate Athletics next year according to a statement released by the school's Athletic Director, Gus Kalikas. The ceremony took place on Wednesday morning at the school with family members, teachers, administrators and coaches on hand. Here is a look at the seniors at this ...

CHATHAM, NJ - A Johnson player noticed Chatham's Connor Tully sitting on the bench after the game and went over to him and said, "Keep your head up, you played a good game."  That was the same message Crusader's Coach DelConte had for his team following the 27-24 win over Chatham in the season finale played Thursday at Cougar ...

CHATHAM, NJ - The Cougars will get one last chance to win a football game at home with their 1 p.m. kickoff Thursday against visiting Johnson Regional from Clark in an NJSIAA consolation matchup.

Chatham (2-7) is winless in four home games this season. The Crusaders come in with a 4-5 mark, including its 40-6 first-round consolation win over Spotswood.

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SUMMIT, NJ - For many individuals around the world, accessing high-quality medical expertise and state-of-the-art facilities means having to travel from their home country. For these “medical tourists,” the challenge of finding the right care quickly—before a visa or permit expires—can be difficult.

PinnacleCare, the premier national health advisory firm based in ...

CLARK, NJ – Cornerstone Physical Therapy Health and Wellness Center is celebrating their thirteenth anniversary.  David De La Fuente Ph.D., owner of Cornerstone, opened his doors in Clark on November 15, 2005. 

According to De La Fuente, he opened Cornerstone with a specific idea in mind.   “My vision, my dream, was to open my own practice and ...

CLARK, NJ - Northeast Planning Corporation  hosted the most recent Clark Chamber of Commerce meeting.   Robert Brai, a Financial Representative of the firm gave a short presentation to members about retirement planning during his spotlight. Focusing on knowledge of current and past trends and awareness of the true cost of living at retirement were all part of ...

SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Puleo International, a third generation family owned manufacturer and distributor of unique handcrafted holiday décor items is opening their doors to the public for their 14th Annual Christmas Sale. Puleo’s Warehouse sale rings in the holiday season much like Christmas music in late November. The doors open daily will sales running from now thru ...

CLARK, NJ - Some of Clark's youth had the opportunity to learn about how the process of design works in the real world when they participated in a class called Future Fashionistas.  The class was one of the newest additions to the line up of weekly classes available this Fall as part of the Clark Recreation programs said Director, Ralph Bernardo.

According to Bernardo, he strives to ...

CLARK, NJ – Ever hear of a Buddy Bench?  Sat on one and made a new friend?   Well thanks to Jordan Loria, a Senior Girl Scout in Troop 40537, Clark Preschool students and residents can enjoy them whenever they have the chance.

According to a release from Clark Recreation Director Ralph Bernardo,  Loria held multiple fundraisers to finance her vision of Buddy ...

CLARK, NJ—On Sunday, October 28, members, visitors and friends of Osceola Presbyterian Church gathered to celebrate the church's 75th anniversary. The service was led by Elder Alice Dietze and assisted by a number of elders and members. The children of the church also participated in leading the congregants in a song. Following the service, a luncheon was held in fellowship hall which ...

CLARK, NJ – “On Saturday, June 29, 1973, Joe witnessed a thirteen-year-old boy fall into the Rahway River. In that instant of a second, Joe made a decision to jump into the river to try to save the boy, but sadly paid the ultimate price as he sacrificed his own life in the process.”

This split-second decision, as described above by Curry’s friend Alan Richer, ended ...

KENILWORTH - Tucked around a cozy corner just off the Boulevard in downtown Kenilworth lies a place that lives to meet all of your quality food and beverage needs

Ava’s Kitchen & Bar features a wood-burning brick oven that churns out thin crackly-crusted pizzas with a flavor and texture that is like no other. Along with its award-winning pizza, Ava's menu features ...

SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ -- Ever wanted to own your own amusement park like Michael Jackson? Now you can, and your don't have to wait on line for tickets!

Bowcraft, the scene of countless local children's birthday parties and decades of summer fun in Union County, has closed forever, but thanks to an online liquidation sale, you can purchase rides such as the Galleon, the Scrambler or ...

CLARK, NJ - Things were a little crazy on the stage of Arthur L. Johnson High School Thursday evening as the Drama Department presented  One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest.  There is still one more performance in which attendees can get caught up in the insanity.   Last show is  Friday, November 16 at 7PM in the ALJ Auditorium.

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Make gift giving easy with unique green gifts that provide weeks and in some cases months and years of beauty. Plus, gifting easy-care blooming plants is an experiential gift that’s ideal for everyone, especially that person on your list who has everything.

Gardeners as well as practical family members and friends will enjoy the dual purpose the Christmas rose (Hellebore) provides. This ...

Don’t let a busy schedule stop you from creating a beautiful landscape. Incorporate a few of these changes into your fall landscape care. You’ll create beautiful results with a limited investment of time and effort.

Cut the grass, recycle fall leaves, and improve the soil with a pass of the lawn mower.   Shred leaves and leave them on the lawn as you mow this ...

CLARK, NJ - Are you looking for a local realtor that everyone is raving about? Someone that is knowledgeable, patient, helpful, persistent and professional?   Check out what clients have to say about Jacqueline Venezio, and see why she might just be the "Personal Realtor" you've been searching for.

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CLARK, NJ - Clark Republicans swept the local race for council seats according to the unofficial results posted by the Office of the Town Clerk on Tuesday evening.   Winners are noted in BOLD below. These preliminary numbers do not  yet include the mail in ballots.

According to Edith L. Merkel, Township Clerk, it could be some time before the official ...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The United States Department of Justice will have a close eye on polling places in  Union county on Tuesday.

The Civil Rights Division will “monitor compliance with the federal voting rights laws by deploying personnel” polling places within the county, according to a Justice Department press release.   

“Voting rights are ...