Mountainside News
By LISA ALLEN
April 19, 2026
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Opportunities like this are becoming increasingly rare—and deeply meaningful.Residents in Mountainside are invited to hear a powerful firsthand account of survival, courage, and hope when Holocaust survivor Maud Dahme speaks on Thursday, April 30 at 12:00 p.m.The presentation ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Just one day after earning a confidence-boosting road win, the Gov. Livingston High School boys lacrosse team returned home Saturday morning and faced a stiff test against an unbeaten opponent.Gov. Livingston opened the weekend Friday afternoon with a strong 7-2 victory over ...
MADISON, NJ — Competing under sunny but blustery conditions, the Governor Livingston boys and girls track and field teams turned in another strong showing last Saturday at the Madison Relays, also known as the Dodgertown Relays, at Madison High School.The Highlanders entered the meet riding ...
The Governor Livingston High School Civil Engineering Club recently won an impressive, and historic, three awards at the David Good 3D Printed Bridges Competition at New Jersey Institute of Technology including first place overall, highest bridge strength, and structure tested with the least ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Down five goals late and still finding its footing in a rebuilding season, the Gov. Livingston girls lacrosse team delivered a comeback Friday that may prove defining.The Highlanders erased a five-goal deficit and outlasted DePaul Catholic in double overtime for a dramatic ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Before a police officer arrives. Before an ambulance is dispatched. Before sirens are heard in the distance, there is often one critical person already helping: the dispatcher on the other end of the line.This week, first responders in Mountainside are recognizing the ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Gov. Livingston High School’s three-game winning streak came to an end Tuesday afternoon as AL Johnson pulled away for a 10-1 victory in a UCC–Watchung Division matchup on April 14.AL Johnson set the tone early, scoring four runs in the top of the first inning and building ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — How One Morning, One Bag, One Hour… Can Make a Big Impact Beyond One Day for Mountainside Residents.This Saturday, Beautiful Mountainside invites residents across the borough to take part in their annual Earth Day Cleanup —a local tradition focused on keeping Mountainside clean, ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — BSA Troop 177 is celebrating a major milestone with the announcement of its 35th Eagle Scout, as Frankie Kelly has earned scouting’s highest rank after years of commitment, leadership, and service.Achieving the rank of Eagle Scout is a significant accomplishment—one earned by ...
Local Focus: New Jersey Travel and History“As a longtime New Jersey resident, I’m always reminded of the many incredible places across New Jersey that are waiting to be explored,” Senior Librarian, Katie Kotacska expressed. “The Judy Carson Travel Series is all about inspiring people to get out and ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Gov. Livingston bounced back from a streak-ending loss against Johnson with a 7-4 victory over Cranford on Tuesday, improving to 7-1 on the season.Gov. Livingston struck first and never trailed, scoring in five of the first six innings while collecting 10 hits. Zach ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — A simple act—cleaning out your closet—could help fund classroom projects for local teachers while making a difference around the world.The Mountainside PTO Grant Committee has launched a community-wide shoe drive fundraiser running from April 1 through the end of May, with a goal ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ = Bagpipes, marching bands, first responders, and the unmistakable energy of a new season — Stephen O'Keefe of Peak Reaction Photography was on hand to capture every moment of Mountainside's 2026 Opening Day parade.Under bright blue skies and warm spring sunshine, players, coaches, ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Summer planning is already underway across Mountainside as recreation programs begin to fill and residents lock in seasonal activities.From pool registrations and day camp sign-ups to full pickleball courts and expanding youth programs, demand remains high. The focus is on ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — In Friday's 13-9 loss to Morristown-Beard, Governor Livingston senior attackman Scott McRae quietly made history. With six goals and two assists on the night, McRae reached 100 career points — a milestone that speaks to years of consistent production and a relentless work ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ —Programs like DARE, Project Graduation, and Junior High Night are familiar to many Mountainside families—but many do not realize they are all made possible through the Municipal Alliance.At the April 7, 2026 meeting, the Borough of Mountainside Council unanimously approved an ...
CLARK, N.J. — Governor Livingston’s historic 40-game winning streak came to an end Saturday as the Highlanders fell 2-1 to Arthur L. Johnson High School on a ninth-inning walk-off at Johnson High School.In a tightly played pitchers’ duel that featured both mistakes and highlight-reel moments, ...
NEWARK — One in four city residents experience food insecurity, according to the Greater Newark Conservancy, with barriers to fresh, affordable food access still persisting far after the COVID pandemic. To reach residents in high-traffic areas who are struggling with food insecurity, United ...
CAMDEN – Instructor Cornelius “Con” Duffy doesn’t miss a beat when asked how many of his carpentry students have never touched a power tool before showing up to his class.“Mostly all of them,” Duffy, a retired 43-year member of the carpenters union and the lead, full-time instructor at the Henson ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Governor Livingston baseball team built a commanding early lead and held off a late rally to earn a 9-8 victory over Scotch Plains-Fanwood on Thursday, improving to 6-0 on the season.The Highlanders struck first in the opening inning when Reid Bazydlo launched a solo home ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Residents and local professionals are invited to connect and learn more about community service opportunities at an upcoming Mountainside Rotary Golf Meetup, set for Thursday, April 16.The casual event will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at GolfCube Social, offering an ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — It’s shaping up to be a lively and meaningful weekend in Mountainside, with two back-to-back community events bringing residents together for music, celebration, and a shared love of local traditions.The weekend kicks off Friday night, April 10, with Karaoke Night at the ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Sophomore Maggie Quinn reached a milestone in the circle as Governor Livingston rolled to a 16-7 softball victory over Westfield on Tuesday.Quinn recorded her 100th career strikeout and fanned 10 batters over five innings of relief to earn the win. She allowed nine hits and ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Something is changing across New Jersey—and in Mountainside, you can actually see it.More residents are out walking. Seniors are staying active and engaged. Recreation programs for kids and adults are filling up. Across the borough, there’s a noticeable shift toward healthier ...
ROXBURY, NJ - U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr., R-7, who represents Roxbury but has been criticized by local officials for lack of engagement when it comes to a proposed federal immigration detention center in Ledgewood, has asked newly confirmed Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin to more deeply ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — On the same diamond where the program lost its last baseball game almost two years ago, Gov. Livingston broke the modern New Jersey record with its 39th consecutive victory, defeating Scotch Plains-Fanwood on the road, 12-3, on Tuesday.The record-setting win, which improved the ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Governor Livingston High School boys tennis team earned a decisive 5-0 victory over Johnson on Monday afternoon, April 6, improving its record to 2-3 on the season.The Highlanders controlled play across all three singles flights. At first singles, Arav Misra set the tone ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — The Mountainside Public Library is redefining what it means to be a place of discovery—and thanks to support from the Rotary Club of Mountainside, local families now have even more reasons to walk through its doors.A recent $400 Rotary matching grant helped fund new hands-on ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The Highlanders opened up their "official" season at the Rahway Rising Stars Meet on April 2nd in 42 degree mist and continued at the Summit Relays topping out in 78 degree heat on April 4th. The boy's and girl's sides had some results that landed athletes on the podium, ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — It’s not every day you walk into the library and are greeted by horses—but for dozens of Mountainside families, that’s exactly what made this year’s Spring Break programming unforgettable.The Mountainside Public Library wrapped up its week of activities with a unique therapy ...