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KENILWORTH, NJ - TAPinto Kenilworth loves photos. Here is the latest Photo of the Week!

Teacher Appreciation Week was celebrated in Kenilworth schools from May 3 through May 7. Submitted by Ksenia Okhlopkova, here is Mrs. Miller's kindergarten class showing their recognition and gratitude. 

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Union County’s seasonal series of drive-up movies continues on Friday, May 28 with a screening of The Black Panther at the Union County Vocational-Technical Schools campus at 1776 Raritan Road in Scotch Plains. This event is free and open to Union County residents only. Pre-registration is required in order to reserve a spot.

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NEW JERSEY - The East Brunswick Police Department has confirmed a report from the New Jersey State Police that Chinna Payne has been located and found safe.  Damion Payne, who was sought in the abduction of the two-week-old, has also been found.

Earlier today, the State Police issued an Amber Alert regarding the missing child.  The alert also warned that Damion Payne was in ...

EAST ORANGE, NJ — An Amber Alert for a missing infant went out this afternoon.

The baby's name is Chinna Payne. Her abductee is Damion Payne, a 27-year-old Black Male.

He was last seen on Oraton Parkway in East Orange, NJ driving a 2016 Nissan white Altima with Virginia plates: VPF6043. The suspect is armed with a handgun.

Do not approach. Report any ...

KENILWORTH, NJ - David Brearley Middle School and High School announced the students who have qualified for Honor Roll and High Honor Roll for the third marking period of the 2020-21 academic year.

DBMHS recognizes student achievement every marking period at the two levels.

To be named to the honor roll, the minimum requirements are two course grades of (80-84) if all other ...

NEW JERSEY — In the year of coronavirus, school district superintendent salaries increased 2.9% statewide to a median cost of $174,689, up from $169,689 the year before, recently released state Education Department data show.

Kenilworth Superintendent Kyle C. Arlington makes $174,689 in 2020-21, statewide records indicate.

The highest-listed salary statewide comes from ...

KENILWORTH, NJ – To celebrate all the hard work and dedication of teachers and district's staff, Teacher Appreciation Week was held May 3 and ran through May 7 in the Kenilworth schools. 

To show gratitude and appreciation for all the devoted and busy employees events were held daily to shower the staff with surprises and goodies. 

The groups and members of the ...

KENILWORTH, NJ - The Brearley varsity softball team had another amazing game on Tuesday defeating the Pioneers 7-0. Their current record now stands 10-0 in the Sky Division Union County Conference.

Highlights of the game include Francesca Licatta went two for three with two RBIs, Leah Sims went two for four with two RBIs and Kristina ...

KENILWORTH, NJ - The Bears had a fantastic and eventful game yesterday defeating the Tigers 6-0. The Bears current standing rank is now 3-7.

Highlights of the game include Mike Graham pitching six innings giving up just two hits. He was also 2-4 with a double and had two RBI’s. Matt Sims went 3-3 and Robbie Zack went 2-4. Tom Scanio and Quinn Lonergan each had an RBI ...

NEW JERSEY — Colonial Pipeline Co. announced in a statement late Wednesday evening that the pipeline that was shutdown by a ransomware hack last week was going to restart and begin operating again. 

“Following this restart, it will take several days for the product delivery supply chain to return to normal. Some markets served by Colonial Pipeline may experience, or continue ...

STAFFORD, NJ - Authorities estimate that a group of between 300-350 people gathered yesterday in support of Erin Pein, a suspended Stafford Township school nurse. Pein acknowledged she was one of three individuals whose contract was not renewed when the Board of Education came back from closed session last night.

“I am still suspended without pay,” shared Pein. “I am a member ...

CAMDEN NJ – This city will be the spotlight as comedic actor Adam Sandler films scenes here for “Hustle,” an upcoming movie that he and NBA great LeBron James are producing for Netflix.

Production crews for “Hustle” have already filmed across the river in Philadelphia, but the N.J. Motion Picture & Television Commission confirms more scenes are going to be ...

KENILWORTH, NJ – Meet Maximus Kenilworth's TAPinto Pet of the Week!

Here is our big, loving dog, Maximus. Born on November 13, 2018, Maximus is a two-year-old Bernese Mountain Dog. He loves to play, get belly rubs, and just be around others. Maximus is an overall sweet and goofy dog. A perfect fit for our family. Everyone loves to be around Maximus as he always brings ...

KENILWORTH, NJ – Meet Winston Kenilworth's TAPinto Pet of the Week!

Winston is an Irish Setter, King Charles Cavalier mix. Winston is a loving nine-month-old puppy. He loves chasing birds, playing fetch, and sunbathing on a gorgeous day. Winston is an active little guy who loves to play and be chased by other dogs. Winston has another side to him which ...

KENILWORTH, NJ – Meet Milo Kenilworth's TAPinto Pet of the Week!

Milo is a one-year-old Yorkie who loves his two girls Madison and Charlotte. Milo is not named after anyone in particular, Madison just really liked the name. His favorite food is anything that Charlotte drops, and he loves to listen to Frank Sinatra when he is relaxing at home. Milo loves to snuggle and ...

KENILWORTH, NJ – Get to know Detective Ryan Kernan.

Born and raised in Kenilworth, Kernan wanted to be a police officer since he was around seven years old. “For me being a police officer was what I was born into. I really believe God gave the gift or natural ability to serve.”

Kernan’s grandfather George Kernan Jr became a Kenilworth Police officer shortly after he ...

KENILWORTH, NJ – Get to know Cindy Baker Southern, owner of Especially Yours Florist.

Originally from Union, Southern grew up in the crafting and creativity world. Her family for 35 years owned the crafting store The Golden Carousel right on the Boulevard in Kenilworth. In her 20’s, Ron Poles who owned Fiore’s and did flowers for Saint Theresa’s asked Southern if ...

KENILWORTH, NJ – Get to know Pat and Kristin Boyle!

When the name Kristin or Pat Boyle is mentioned in Kenilworth a good majority of the town knows exactly who they are and what they do. But for those who do not, Kristin is the Kenilworth Recreation Program Administrator and Pat is the Recreation Director and co-founder of the Kenilworth Fresh Market.

Pat was born and raised in ...