Mountainside News
By ED BARMAKIAN
July 12, 2024
CHATHAM, NJ -- It isn't that often that an athlete from Chatham competes in the Olympics. In the case of the USA men's soccer team headed for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, it happens every 28 years. Red Bulls defender John "JMi" Tolkin will be representing the USA and Chatham as one of 18 ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Jabili Kandula had a lot on her mind this past June. Competing in her fifth Miss New Jersey USA pageant was just one of the many things on her to-do list. Her weeks were consumed. When not working as an associate editor at Aviation for Women Magazine, Kaneula was pursuing ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — In celebration of National Disability Pride Month, Fiserv hosted an event on Wednesday at its Berkeley Heights location, honoring the importance of inclusion and empowerment for individuals with disabilities through their Thrive Disability Associate Council. The event ...
NEW JERSEY — Dengue, a virus spread to people through mosquito bites, has infected at least 47 people in New Jersey this year, according to the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said, as of Thursday, there have been at least 2,559 cases ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The Mount Carmel Society is set to kick off its annual feast and festival this Friday, July 12, running through Tuesday, July 16. This year’s event features an exciting blend of new attractions and cherished traditions, promising a captivating mix of beloved favorites and ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The students on stage faced an empty gym. They prepared to perform their final scene, closing out their first week of rehearsals. In just a week the gym will be filled. Family and friends will gather to see The Actors Camp rendition of Mean Girls, a high school production ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ -- Rob Fessock grew up in South Plainfield, graduated from South Plainfield High School and attended Towson University, where he joined ROTC. "I was partying and didn’t have direction until I joined the military. He continued with ROTC at Loyola College, and then I graduated ...
CAMDEN – George E. Norcross III, pleading not guilty on Tuesday to a grand jury indictment by the New Jersey Attorney General, did what he did for the good of Camden and Cooper University Health Care, his attorney claimed in court. The South Jersey Democratic kingpin and several others were the ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – The typical Rutgers undergraduate student will face a 4% tuition increase for the 2024-25 academic year, and mandatory student fees will also rise by 4%. Additionally, housing room rates and residents’ education fees will go up 6% and dining plan rates will increase by 8% for ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — More hot weather is headed our way this week. Westfield is under a heat advisory from Monday, July 8 at noon until Tuesday, July 9, at 8 p.m., the National Weather Service said. Heat index values of 95 to 100 expected on Monday, and around 100 on Tuesday, the weather service ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Drive for Autism Foundation is pleased to announce that its annual golf event, Drive for Autism XXIII will be held at Royce Brook Golf Club in Hillsborough, NJ on Monday, September 16, 2024. The Drive for Autism Golf Outing, which has been held since 2002, has raised and ...
LONG BEACH ISLAND - Save LBI produced the following press release in regards to the approval of the Atlantic Shores South project. The release was submitted as follows: Save Long Beach Island, the coalition of citizens dedicated to protecting our oceans and New Jersey Shore communities, on July ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Mountainside fPAL hosted their annual Independence Day fireworks in the parking lot of Our Lady of Lourdes church this July 4, 2024. Hundreds of locals arrived with blankets, coolers and hand fans ready to celebrate. “It's Americana small town fireworks that pack a big wow ...
White House officials hosted advocates and allies last month for a panel discussion to commemorate the 25thanniversary of the Olmstead Act – a Supreme Court decision stating that people with disabilities have a qualified right to receive state-funded support and services in the community and ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Here comes the sun. Union County is under a heat advisory from Friday, July 5 at noon until Saturday, July 6, at 8 p.m., the National Weather Service said. Heat index values of 95 to 100 degrees are expected. A heat advisory is issued when the combination of heat and ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ – Two Fields Bakeshop, a new bakery in Berkeley Heights, dedicated to serving gluten-free, nut-free, and allergy-friendly treats, has recently opened its doors. Nick Nikolopoulos, owner and French-trained pastry chef, brings his rich Greek family background and passion for ...
UNITED STATES -- Many Americans will celebrate the Fourth of July holiday with backyard BBQs, picnics or a trip to the beach. But did you know that Independence Day was not a paid federal holiday until 1938, Congress changed it? (source: ACEI-Global). 1. Thomas Jefferson was not the only author ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - There are plenty of places to watch the Macy’s Fourth of July fireworks this week, and it could be just outside your door! Residents and visitors are invited to view the fireworks show from all publicly accessible waterfront property, including: Pier A | 100 Frank Sinatra ...
Berkeley Heights proudly celebrates one of its own, Lieutenant Colonel Bill Toft, who recently attained the esteemed rank of Lieutenant Colonel at Fort Liberty, North Carolina. A distinguished member of the 82nd Airborne Division, Bill Toft's journey from his roots in Berkeley Heights to his ...
NEWARK — A former deputy mayor solicited and agreed to accept a “stream of cash payments,” watches, jewelry and other benefits from two business owners in exchange for helping them in the acquisition and development of city-owned properties, according to federal charges Carmelo G. Garcia, 49, of ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- With 72 million travelers set to hit the road this holiday weekend, local residents staying home are sure to have a blast at Summit’s Fourth of July Celebration on Thursday. The 77th edition commemorating Independence Day features lots of fun during several events planned ...
EUGENE, OR -- Union Catholic track legend Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, perhaps the most dominant and electrifying athlete in the world right now, broke her own world record in qualifying for the women's 400-meter hurdles at the U.S. Olympic Trials on Sunday night at Hayward Field in Eugene, ...
LONG BEACH ISLAND REGION - The captains of the Beach Haven Charter Fishing Association have been fighting strong winds recently that have made fishing somewhat of a challenge. As the winds subside, and the water continues its upward rise in temperature, fishing will be productive. Fluke continue ...
NEW JERSEY — Severe thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall could roll through town Sunday afternoon and evening, according to the National Weather Service. A severe thunderstorm watch was in effect until 7 p.m. June 30. The National Weather Service offers this safety advice for ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The commissioner board authorized the 2024-2025 hunt of white-tailed deer, for a cost not to exceed $20,000, at its June 5 meeting. Its cost has increased from last year’s hunt, which was authorized in July 2023 for a cost not to exceed $17,500. The annual deer management ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside PAL will present its annual Independence Day Fireworks show on Thursday, July 4 to begin at dusk at Our Lady of Lourdes fields. There will be DJ entertainment, snacks and giveaways prior to the show. This event is done in conjunction with Mountainside ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - This Sunday, June 30, at 1 p.m., Oakwood Park will host a highly anticipated matchup as the New Providence Reds (5-1) take on the undefeated Caciques de Venezuela (5-0). Adding star power to the game, former Mets outfielder Endy Chavez will be playing for the opposition.
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Governor Livingston boys lacrosse coach Michael Provenzano, also known as Coach Mabuha, will host his summer camp again this year! The camp welcomes boys aged 9 to 15 for the upcoming 2024-25 school year, with high schoolers also encouraged to join. Here are the camp ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Severe thunderstorms ripped through Mountainside Borough Wednesday night taking down several trees and power lines. Many residents were left without power due to the damages. A fallen tree broke through the back room of a home on Longview Drive in the Borough evacuating the ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ -- The Township of Scotch Plains will host its annual Independence Day Fireworks at historic Shady Rest Golf & Country Club on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at dusk. The event will feature entertainment, vendors and kids events beginning at 7 p.m. The rain date is Sunday, ...