Hawthorne Top Stories
By REBECCA GREENE
October 7, 2024
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Here are scenes from the Chamber of Commerce Farmers Market on Sunday, October 6. The market runs through October 27 when it will feature the Howl-o-Ween Dog Costume contest. October 6 featured an art and craft show, which will also run on October 13. The market is located at the ...
WINFIELD PARK, NJ — It certainly never crossed Muriel Klusewicz’s mind when she moved into Winfield Park in the early 1950s, then not yet 30 years old, that she would one day be its oldest living resident. But that is precisely what she would become. She had just celebrated her 100th birthday on ...
Leer en españolNEWARK — A property on Badger Avenue in Lower Clinton Hill was supposed to have had the full lead service line replaced under a city program, but only half of it was updated, according to a criminal complaint lodged against the contractor JAS Group Enterprise Inc.Other sites on North ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - Following The Heap’s latest appearance in Hoboken, during which he paraded through the streets of the city and performed at both Church Square Park and behind Monroe Center, TAPinto Hoboken and its creator, Paul Andrejco delved into all things puppetry, from puppet design, to ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - A 19-year-old Bronx man crashed a resident's car as he was attempting to evade police, officers said.On October 3, at approximately 4:10 a.m., police said a “suspicious male” was opening car doors in the Frederick Avenue area. Police received a description of the individual who then ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The school system's Parent Teacher Organizations banded together to sponsor a booth at Hawthorne Day on September 28. "We're here building awareness about why we do what we do, what we do for students, and we are so excited to join together because it is the first time ever that all ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - With the borough's focus this month on domestic violence and assisting those afflicted, a new film from local actor and director Matthew Kresch plays a special role in understanding the domestic violence dilemma and its impact, especially during COVID.Kresch, who was born and raised ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ -- Jon Bon Jovi walked out to a roaring crowd of teens on Tuesday at his alma mater, Sayreville War Memorial High School, where he was officially inducted into the High School’s Hall of Fame.Bon Jovi, a Sayreville native, has sold more than 120 million records, has numerous ...
NEWARK — The state Department of Labor confirmed on Tuesday that a stop work has been issued to one of the subcontractors working on the construction of a trades school in the East Ward.The stop work order was issued to Allied Construction Services LLC, DOL spokesperson Thomas Wright said in an ...
PARAMUS, NJ - Irene Maury was one of the few cancer survivors participating in the Paramus Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research, but she wanted a little more company.“I'm very grateful for being a survivor, and I want to support the cause for pancreatic cancer research since, as you can see, there ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - In a community as diverse as Robbinsville, some culturally significant hobbies and practices can be both popular to support and challenging to find teachers for.Facing this very issue, Sahil and Rohan Gandhi, 15-year-old Robbinsville High School sophomores, created their own ...
WOODLAND PARK, NJ - A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to help a couple whose wedding plans were derailed after The Art Factory, a popular Paterson wedding venue, abruptly closed due to foreclosure and bankruptcy. The couple, set to be married on October 18, is now scrambling to find an ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - In this season's Kids Newsletter, young environmentalists give readers the skinny on Hawthorne's Community Garden, which has expanded. There will be a celebration of the expansion on October 6, according to councilwoman Rayna Laiosa.The Hawthorne Community Garden is located at 970 ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - New Jersey Lottery announced the winners from several lotteries, including Powerball today and there was a $50,000 Hawthorne winner on this list!Check your numbers if you played between September 23 and September 29!
HAWTHORNE, NJ - (Sept. 22, 2024) - The Hawthorne Blue Devils, Division 5 Boys, fell short this week to the Fair Lawn Blockers 6-2, though the team played well and didn’t give up. The Devils rallied late in the game with a run up the middle and goal from Jordan Koshy, followed by a midfield shot and ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - (September 15, 2024) - Here is the recreation soccer league wrap-up from Hawthorne's Soccer Association coaches.The Hawthorne Hornets, Division 4 Boys, came into the second game of the season strong, ending the game with a 5-3 win against the Glen Rock Power. Danny Gonzalez lead the ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Locals look forward to it each year and rain or shine, Hawthorne Day goes on!On Saturday, Sept. 28, in spite of a light rain all day, the 15th Annual Hawthorne Day did indeed take place. Families strolled around enjoying the many displays and events, some under umbrellas, but still ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The borough is holding a celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, which will include live music and food trucks.The festivities are scheduled for Saturday, October 5 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Borough Hall Lot, 445 Lafayette Avenue.
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The Domestic Violence Response Team is holding a candlelight vigil on October 2, 2024 at the Municipal Building on Lafayette Avenue at 6 p.m.October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.The vigil is a reminder of those victims who have lost their lives to domestic violence.In ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - (Friday, Sept. 27, 2024) Last Sunday I had the honor of attending the Pastoral Installation Service of Iorwuese Agber Ifan, Reverend Wes, of the First Reformed Church of Hawthorne. The Ordination was a wonderful celebration, and I want to officially congratulate Rev. Wes and wish ...
OAKLAND, NJ - Oakland Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center hosted a networking event on Thursday to celebrate its recent recognition by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Nursing Homes for 2024. This accolade highlights the facility's commitment to quality healthcare within the nursing home ...
PARAMUS, NJ - Seventeen-year-old resident Arnav Patel biked 403 miles this summer to raise funds for an Englewood-based charity that empowers South African women and their entrepreneurial efforts, according to a press release from the supporting organization, Zimele USA.Zimele USA is a nonprofit ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The Hawthorne Environmental Commission and Hawthorne Green Team will be hosting 2024 Fall Bird Walks. If you like birds and are interested in learning about them, then these walks are for you. The walks begin at 9 a.m. and last approximately 90 minutes. Please wear comfortable shoes ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The Community Garden has expanded and wants to share its greenery with the community on Sunday, October 6 at 3 p.m. (rain date: Sunday, Oct. 20).Eight garden beds have been added to the community garden. With the expansion, Hawthorne has a total of 24 garden beds for the ...
WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden signed an executive order Thursday at The White House that targets gun violence, creates government task forces focused on increasing threats of gun violence, and improves active shooter drills in schools.For Nancy Kislin, a licensed clinical social worker, ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Something that can really help a new coach adjust to the student athletes on the roster-and vice versa-is having dependable, experienced leaders on the team.That sure is the case for the 2024 Hawthorne Christian Academy girls volleyball program with new coach Christina Kowalew at ...
UPDATE: Newark Police Arrest 3 Youths in School Social Media ThreatNEWARK — A social media threat made toward Newark schools has prompted additional police at their buildings on Thursday morning, the public safety director said.“Newark Police have been advised of a threat aimed at Newark Schools ...
WAYNE, NJ – Just five days after safely talking an “Emotionally Disturbed Individual” who had barricaded himself in his home, Wayne Police Officers were back at it again, this time for another individual who had barricaded himself in his Gow Road home in Wayne on Wednesday afternoon. Police ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – The Phillipsburg School District is proud to announce that seven-year-old Jaxson Rand will serve as the honorary captain at the upcoming Stateliners football game at Maloney Stadium this Friday night. Jaxson, whose courage and resilience have inspired the entire community, is ...
Leer en españolNEWARK — Saleem Muhammad served in Vietnam in 1969 and 1970, but the fighting didn’t end for the West Ward resident when he came home.The 75-year-old Army veteran said he faced public scorn and the medical conditions after exposure to Agent Orange.“I’ve been treated for prostate ...