Roselle Top Stories
By KENNETH WEISS
December 2, 2024
ELIZABETH, NJ — Union County boards overseeing substance abuse, mental health and disabilities services are getting re-organized and re-named to better serve the community, according to county spokesperson Kelly Martins.The changes were among the Union County Board of County Commissioners' ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The offense showed up for Roselle Football’s 2024 season finale, defeating Roselle Park 46-14. Davon Rhodes started off the scoring for the Rams, returning a fumble 68 yards for the score. Shymir Burgess had two defensive interceptions and was the leading receiver for Roselle, ...
ROSELLE, NJ - Roselle Public Schools announced the dates of several holiday performance events across the district including: Kindergarten Success Academy: Winter Concerts on December 6 at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.Dr. Charles C. Polk Elementary School: Winter Concerts on December 18 at 9:30 a.m. and ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Borough of Roselle is holding its 2024 Holiday Toy Drive, benefitting the children and families of Roselle. The Drive will be held at Lit 21, located at 034 McCarter Hwy in Newark. Admission is one unwrapped toy. For more information, you can contact the Borough of Roselle at ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Food insecurity is affecting nearly a million people in the state, as widespread factors including rising grocery prices continue to impact Union County individuals and families, according to a New Jersey Community FoodBank official.Feeding America’s latest “Map The Meal Gap” ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Roselle Public School District is receiving $500,000 in additional state aid for capital improvements, secured by Assemblyman Reginald Atkins, says the Roselle Board of Education. A ceremonial check was held at the Board’s November 21 meeting to commemorate it. The Board says the ...
ROSELLE, NJ - Roselle Catholic High School announced on their Facebook page that they are celebrating Giving Tuesday this holiday season. Giving Tuesday is celebrated nationwide on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday. It is a day focused on giving back, collaboration, ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy are inviting New Jersey residents to visit Drumthwacket during the holidays.“This beautiful property, appropriately known as the People's House, is a historical and cultural treasure that becomes even more remarkable at this time of year,” ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Borough of Roselle announced the return of its annual Winter Wonderland and Tree Lighting event. The event will be on December 2 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. outside Borough Hall. A live DJ will be in attendance, along with a holiday bounce house, face painting, and a photo booth. Free ...
TRENTON, NJ — With much of New Jersey receiving between three-quarters of an inch and an inch of rain or more in the past 24 hours, The New Jersey Forest Fire Service announced Thursday that fire restrictions statewide have been lifted.The Forest Fire Service lists the fire danger as “low” on its ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Union County Commissioners and the Department of Human Services invite residents with disabilities and special needs and their loved ones to its Skating with Santa event. The event will be on December 14 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Warinanco Sports Center in Roselle. Warm ...
ROSELLE, NJ - There will be sanitation pickup on the Friday after Thanksgiving for the east side of Roselle, and Saturday pickup for the west side, says the Borough. There will be no pickup for recycling on Thanksgiving or the day after. Collection will resume on the next scheduled day. For more ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Rotary Club of Roselle/Roselle Park presented Students of the Month Awards to seniors from Abraham Clark High School, Roselle Park High School, and Roselle Catholic at a breakfast meeting on November 14, 2024 at the Anthony Amalfe Community Center 1268 Shaffer Avenue Roselle, ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Borough of Roselle invites senior residents to start Thanksgiving celebrations early. The Borough will be holding its Senior Pre-Thanksgiving Dinner on November 22 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Anthony Amalfe Community Center located at 1268 Shaffer Avenue. Limited Seating is ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Roselle Chamber of Commerce invites residents to join them in celebrating the honorees at its Annual Dinner and Community Awards Gala. The Gala will be held at Costa’s Restaurant in Roselle Park on December 10 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets are $75 for adults and $45 for children ...
CAMDEN, NJ - New Jersey American Water has issued a mandatory conservation notice for customers across the state. The notice follows a drought warning issued on Wednesday by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, which asked New Jersey residents to limit use.“We are dedicated to ...
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey residents are being asked to reduce water use, as the state has declared a drought warning. Previously, the state was under a drought watch, which was issued last month.Gov. Phil Murphy and the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) say the warning, issued Wednesday, ...
ROSELLE, NJ - Union County and the Borough of Roselle invite children ages 8 to 18 to tap into their creativity. The Borough will be holding a Maker’s Day featuring S.T.E.A.M. activities such as 3D printing, robotics, coding, and money management. The event will be on November 17 from 12 p.m. to 5 ...
ROSELLE, NJ - Roselle Public Schools invites residents to learn more about the school system and the services available. A Family Resource Night will be held at Abraham Clark High School in the Big Gym on Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Music, giveaways, snacks, and refreshments will be available ...
NEWTON, NJ – Firefighters from Newton and other Sussex County departments are assisting local fire departments with the Jennings Creek fire in which a young firefighter lost his life in the line of duty. Some reports say a tree fell on him as he was battling the blaze in Sterling Forest, though ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Borough of Roselle is holding a Thanksgiving Food Drive for residents in need. The Borough will be distributing food on Tuesday, November 26 at Borough Hall, located at 210 Chestnut Street. Food donations will be provided on a first come first serve basis. Roselle is collecting ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Roselle Rams Varsity Football Team came to play on Thursday, defeating Brearly 42-0 in the NJSIAA Post-Season Consolation Game. Quarterback Brandon Puryear completed 10 of his 15 passing attempts for 350 yards and three touchdowns. He added 64 rushing yards and two scores on the ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — With political tensions felt nationwide over the presidential election and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the Union County Interfaith Coordinating Council once again is hosting its annual Day of Prayer, an event dedicated to building bonds within the interfaith community ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Agape House of Worship and the Roselle Health Department invite residents to its Healthcare Sunday event. The event will take place on November 10 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Agape House of Worship, located at 239 East First Avenue. A variety of services will be available at ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Incumbent Democrats retained their decades-long hold over the Union County Commissioner Board on Tuesday.Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded, Alexander Mirabella and James Baker were re-elected to serve three-year terms, beating out Republican challengers Jeanne Kingsley, Mary O’Connor and ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The #14 Roselle Rams Boys Soccer Team was eliminated from playoff contention on Tuesday, losing 3-2 to the #3 seeded Bordentown Scotties in the First Round of the NJSIAA Central Jersey, Group 2 Tournament. Bordentown ended the first half up 2-0, courtesy of Feyi Olorunnisola. Justin ...
ROSELLE, NJ - With Election Day a little over 24 hours away, the Borough of Roselle encourages residents to vote. The Borough says polls open tomorrow from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voting locations are organized by district. For more information or questions you may contact the Borough of Roselle Clerk’s ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Borough of Roselle invites residents to the grand opening of the Roselle Memorial Library. The event will take place on Monday, November 11 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and will include guided tours and family-friendly activities. For more information, you may contact the Borough of ...
ROSELLE, NJ - Twelve families required assistance from the Red Cross following an apartment fire Wednesday night in Roselle.The fire at 134 East Seventh Ave. started in a first-floor apartment and extended to 16 units.Firefighters say the fire was under control within 30 minutes, limiting damage to ...
ELIZABETH, NJ – Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded announced that the New Jersey Turnpike Authority is holding Union County fully responsible for the entire Clark portion of a Parkway bridge, both above and below, during and after renovations to the Clark Reservoir, at Oct. 23 Union County Board ...