Hawthorne Top Stories
By JON "FERRIS" MEREDITH
July 4, 2025
PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ – The Passaic County 200 Club, a non-profit, volunteer organization that supports first responders in Passaic County, has reinstated its scholarship program this year, awarding $30,000 in scholarships to six exceptional students - one an active duty, probationary EMT, and five ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy signed a record $58.8 billion fiscal year 2026 budget into law late Monday night.“This budget exemplifies our dedication to fiscal responsibility, affordability, and opportunity for all New Jerseyans," Murphy's office said in a news release early Tuesday morning.The ...
CAMDEN – Normally, dozens of Jeeps adorned with the Puerto Rican flag and other red, white and blue items are not seen at Cooper’s Poynt Park on a Sunday morning, nor is the aroma of roasting pork present, either. But then this was not just any Sunday – it was the day of the 68th Annual Puerto ...
ROXBURY, NJ – When Route 80 in Wharton was closed for more than three months this year, due to collapsing mines below the pavement, Roxbury Fire and First Aid Company 2 allowed paramedics from St. Clare’s Health to station their unit at its firehouse, a gesture that didn’t go unappreciated.On June ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ — It was an emotional evening as Superintendent Dr. Richard Spirito attended his final Hawthorne Board of Education meeting, marking the end of his ten-year tenure leading the district.During the June 24 meeting, Spirito thanked the board and the community. “I just want to thank not ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - It was a day to celebrate green intentions and green actions, all as local as it gets, from students to businesses.On June 9, 2025, Hawthorne students presented their projects to the HawthorneEnvironmental Commission,The theme was “Think Globally, Act Locally” by taking the ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - What’s all the buzz about? Who’s coming back to Hawthorne in July 2025? The Hawthorne Chamber of Commerce and the Hawthorne Green Team are happy to announce the return of the “Hawthorne BEE” for this year’s “Buy Local” campaign in our community. “BEE Local. BEE Hawthorne!” The ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - This is a call out to all local students entering Lincoln Middle School, the 6th grade in September 2025. Sign-up for the Hawthorne Police Leadership Camp. You have until July 7, 2025.Hawthorne Police wish to welcome those entering Lincoln Middle School this September for an ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Bulk garbage pick-up for July has been changed from the first week to the second week due to the July 4th holiday. *CHANGE IN BULKY WASTE SCHEDULE ON YOUR GARBAGE DAY IS AS FOLLOWS:Tuesday, July 8th - Zone 1Wednesday, July 9th, Zone 3Thursday, July 10th, Zone 2Friday, July 11th, ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The borough has announced its annual summer concert series, and in spite of recent heat, the show will go on!Here's the listing of the summer Sunday concerts; note: weather will sometimes be a factor!
HAWTHORNE, NJ - As far as records go, we're breaking them, but that doesn't mean it has to break you!The Hawthorne Volunteer Ambulance Corps has opened a Cooling Station beginning 6 p.m. to midnight, Tuesday, June 24.Location: 970 Goffle Road, HawthorneHours of Operation: 6:00 PM to 12:00 Midnight ...
PARAMUS, NJ - Valley Health System, in partnership with Inbound Health, a leading enabler of advanced care at home, is proud to announce a Hospital at Home program, set to launch this summer. This innovative program will deliver high-acuity inpatient care to eligible patients in the comfort and ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The Men's Activities Club recently held its annual picnic at the Glen Rock Arboretum with friends and wives as their guests.Pictured: John VanKeuren, Rich Petersson, Steve Fowls, Lee Cunningham, and Ron Greenberg with Pastor Mark of the Community Church, who with members, wives and ...
CHATHAM, NJ – Asher Kober, a nine-year-old from Milton Avenue School, served as “Mayor for a Day” in Chatham Borough on Monday and proclaimed the official start of summer in Chatham.Kober was the winner of a Milton Family Fun Day fundraiser and reported to Borough Hall, where he was sworn in as ...
ROXBURY, NJ - The family of Christopher D'Amico, a 10-year-old boy who died in a Lake Hopatcong boating accident in 2015, is inviting the public to a memorial event taking place this week in Succasunna.The celebration of D'Amico's life and the “Kindness for Christopher,” effort it spawned will take ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The Boys & Girls Club of Hawthorne’s Keystone Club capped off a meaningful year of career readiness and volunteerism with an unforgettable weekend trip, thanks to support from PNC and the Career Launch program. Twenty-five teens participated in this year's program, which ...
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - The New Jersey State Fair begins around this time each year, but the Fair is on hiatus until 2027, according to NJFair.com."The State Fair Meadowlands is taking a two-year hiatus at MetLife Stadium’s request to accommodate the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup and the 2026 FIFA World ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Hawthorne High School ended the school year and celebrated its 91st graduation ceremony in the high school auditorium on June 18.This was also the last graduation presided over by Dr. Richard Spirito, who served as Hawthorne School Superintendent for the last 10 years and will ...
Change in the Annual Meeting NoticeReschedule Meeting DateThe Prospect Park Board of Education hereby provides public notice of the following change to its Annual Meeting Notice:The new date for the Regular Board Meeting that was rescheduled for Thursday, June 19, 2025 due to a holiday – ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Thanks to generous support from the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) At-Risk Youth Grant, the Boys and Girls Club of Hawthorne can proudly serve youth members this school year through their Power Hour and Triple Play programs—supporting both academics and wellness for students ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The Hawthorne High School Varsity Lacrosse Team ended their season on a hot streak with victories during the last week of their season over Paramus Catholic High School and Eastern Christian High School. The Bears Seniors continued to shine in their final year playing varsity ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ — Emotions ran high as residents and officials responded to the fatal dump truck crash that claimed the life of 56-year-old Johnny Azar, the driver of a vehicle struck at a dangerous intersection.The crash, which occurred on June 11 at Fairview Avenue and Goffle Hill Road, was the ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ — Hawthorne officials have approved funding for new mobile radios and communication equipment for the borough’s Fire Department and Volunteer Ambulance Corps, aiming to fix persistent “dead zones” and improve emergency response.The decision was made during the June 4 Borough Council ...
*Editor's Note: Councilwoman Anna Marie Sasso commented on the issue, not Councilwoman Rayna Laiosa. HAWTHORNE, NJ — Borough officials continue to raise concerns about a large sign displayed on the side of a commercial building at 204 Wagaraw Road, questioning whether it complies with Hawthorne’s ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Daniel’s Law – a state statute that protects the home addresses and phone numbers of public servants such as judges and police – prevents members of the media from publically revealing that information, the New Jersey Supreme Court has ruled.The high court on Tuesday upheld a lower ...
CAMDEN – When a father showed up at St. Joseph Pro-Cathedral School in Camden for his child’s report card conference, he was climbing the stairs and noticed the railing was loose.The dad walked to his truck in the parking lot, grabbed his tools and returned with his power screwdriver to tighten the ...
NEWARK - One of the largest solar power installations at any container terminal in the world has been completed at Port Newark Container Terminal and is an effort to reduce hazardous emissions and safeguard residents’ health by improving air quality in the East Ward.Mayor Ras J. Baraka, joined by ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ – The future of the long-vacant Pan Chemical site near the train station continues to raise questions, as Hawthorne officials discussed environmental concerns, redevelopment potential, and affordable housing pressures.At the June 4 council meeting, Borough Attorney Michael Pasquale ...
ALLENDALE, NJ — Residents, staff, and guests at Allendale Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, 85 Harreton Rd., were treated to an afternoon of sunshine, smiles, and timeless music as the beloved doo-wop band Forever Young brought their signature harmonies and high-energy performance to the ...
NEWARK - Overwhelming opposition, extensive pleading and sometimes tearful testimony was not enough to stop the approval of the gas-fired backup power plant at the Newark sewage treatment facility. After a six-hour meeting, the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC) ultimately authorized staff ...