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October 19, 2024

BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - On Monday, October 7th, the Governor Livingston Counseling Department hosted the 2024 College and Career Fair.  The fair included representatives from over 125 post-secondary colleges, universities, trade schools, military, as well as information on other career ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The Gov. Livingston boys soccer team delivered a commanding 4-1 victory over Metuchen on Thursday, a crucial win with only four games remaining before the state tournament cutoff. Coach Kevin Fontanna praised his team for executing their game plan and finally clicking ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Governor Livingston High School Acting Principal, Ms. Jacqueline Bartlett, announced Wednesday, October 16, 2024 that Gianna DeAngelo, Nina Frolov, Aiden Jiang, Jessica Sun, Caden Wong, and Yunyi Zhang have been named Commended Students in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship ...

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MANVILLE, NJ - Valairco Heating and Cooling continues to make a positive impact through their Valairco Cares program, which donates $500 every three months to a charity or nonprofit nominated by their customers, friends, and the public. The deadline to vote for the next recipient is October 31, ...

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NEWARK, NJ - Singer Ali Berke, also known as Ali the Anthem Girl, is adding Prudential Center in Newark to her list of sporting venues at which she has performed.Berke will sing the national anthem on Saturday when the New Jersey Devils take on the Washington Capitals. She has already performed at ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Recreation Department is offering young residents a fun way to spend time outdoors. The Mountainside Recreation Department is holding its Play in Nature event with instructor Kristina Quigley on November 6 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Borough Hall Field. The ...

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VOORHEES, NJ - In a back-and-forth, high-scoring thriller that kept fans on the edge of their seats, the Gov. Livingston Highlanders overcame a 12-point deficit in the fourth quarter to defeat Voorhees 50-46 on Saturday. Standout performances from Jack Dally and Lucciano Santamaria were capped off ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Restoration Committee invites residents of all ages to its 30th annual Four Centuries in a Weekend event, recognizing Union County’s history and historical sites. The event will be held during the weekend of October 19 and October 20 at the Deacon Andrew Hetfield ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — A man is accused of trying to use paper napkins instead of cash to buy a computer after he and the seller agreed to the transaction on Facebook Marketplace.Mountainside Police say the pair agreed to meet on August 13 in a business parking lot on Route 22. Police say 23-year-old ...

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UNION COUNTY, NJ — County residents surrendered more than 100 firearms at voluntary gun surrender events held by law enforcement agencies Saturday, Oct. 5, which officials see as a success. The items they surrendered included “numerous handguns, rifles and shotguns, including an AK-47 rifle, ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Governor Livingston High School’s Interact club officially began its volunteer season with their annual car wash on September 29. Interact is a Rotary-sponsored service club for high school-aged students that provides opportunities for them to work together for the better of ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Governor Livingston High School's volleyball team is navigating a challenging schedule against some of the top competition in the state, and with a strong 12-3 record, they're rising to the occasion. Leading the charge is setter and co-captain Anna Kramarchuk, whose ...

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TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Army National Guard members and equipment are expected to be in Florida by the end of the week to help with recovery efforts from Hurricane Milton.The storm is expected to make landfall in Florida on Wednesday.“Floridians are family, and we know from personal experience ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Governor Livingston Highlander Marching Band is set to host the 53rd Annual Pageant of Champions Marching Band Tournament on Sunday, October 13, 2024, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. The event will take place at Governor Livingston High School, located at 175 Watchung Blvd.This ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — If you're looking to help your community while bringing in extra income, TAPinto has an opportunity that may be a good fit for you.TAPinto Mountainside is now available for sale.TAPinto is a network of nearly 100 franchised local news sites.  TAPinto Mountainside is quickly ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Public Library invites residents to learn cooking techniques and tips. Hosted by a local chef, the cooking class will be held on October 17 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn the difference between braising and boiling, the best ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Governor Livingston’s star field hockey goalie, Emma Capparelli,  has been named the Valairco Heating & Cooling Highlander Athlete of the Week for her outstanding performance and leadership on the field. Known for her relentless work ethic, Emma continues to impress her ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - There are different paths for students to take after high school which are unique to each individual. Navigating through the next steps can be difficult. To that end, Governor Livingston High School is hosting a College and Career Fair on Monday, October 7, providing students ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Public Library invites residents of all ages to join them in gazing at the night sky. The Mountainside Public Library in partnership with John Miller of the Pearl Observatory will be hosting a Telescope night on Monday, October 7 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Public Library’s October Documentary screening will be looking into the life and legacy of boxing legend Muhammad Ali. The screening of “I Am Ali” will be taking place on Monday, October 7 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. No ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Gov. Livingston's football program is hitting its stride, with back-to-back victories that have revitalized the team. Leading the charge is senior standout Jack Dally, who has been named the Valairco Heating & Cooling Highlander Athlete of the Week. His remarkable ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ – The Berkeley Heights Police Department marked a significant milestone on Tuesday, celebrating the promotion of Sergeant Dan Cuocci and welcoming two new officers, Joe Delia and Matthew Elmblad, during a swearing-in ceremony. Held in the Council Chambers of the local Municipal ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Fire Department invites interested residents to its annual open house event on October 11 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Mountainside Fire Headquarters is located at 210 New Providence Road. The Mountainside Fire Department opens its doors each October as part of its ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Governor Livingston High School celebrated Spirit Week the week of September 16, in anticipation for the annual Friday Night Lights football game on September 20.The Highlanders kicked off Spirit Week on Monday with Pajama Day. Students took advantage of this opportunity to ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Cranford Park Care is offering a medication management course at the Mountainside Public Library on Friday, October 11 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. The course offers caregivers and older adults the opportunity to learn about how they can improve medicine use safety, awareness of common ...

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“Friday night football is special; it brings the whole community together. The energy in the stadium is electric, and our kids thrive off that atmosphere. It’s what high school football is all about.” ~ Gov. Livingston Head Football Coach Peter RamiccioBERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Gov. Livingston ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - It’s been an exhilarating week for the Gov. Livingston High School volleyball team, marked by significant highs and challenging lows. Coach Steve Hess reflects on a whirlwind of emotions as the team navigated triumphs and setbacks.Triumph at the Millburn TournamentThe week ...

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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, ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Classic Car Show is making its return on Sunday. The Borough of Mountainside and the Westfield Chamber of Commerce invite residents to come and view the cars. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mountain Avenue running from New Providence Road to ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The NJ Elks East Central District, which includes Mountainside, is hosting its second annual Family Fun Day Event on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Stirling Elks Lodge at 1138 Valley Road in Stirling. The event aims to bring the community together for a day of food, fun, ...

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