South Plainfield Top Stories
By VICTORIA CARUSO
January 23, 2025
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the country and, recently, South Plainfield students had the opportunity to put their skills to the test in the middle school’s first-ever tournament. On Jan. 21, 40 students in seventh and eighth grade took part in the after-school ...
Now is the time when many of us are busy ordering seeds. We often end up with many seeds, some new ones we needed or wanted and perhaps a few duplicates of those we have left from past seasons. It is easy to overlook some of these as the indoor and outdoor planting season begins.Save money by ...
NEW JERSEY — Sky-watchers can see an unusual celestial treat as Venus, Saturn, Jupiter and Mars line up and shine bright in our night sky from now until late February, according to the National Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA).On clear nights, when clouds cooperate, New Jerseyans will ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ -- The South Plainfield boys basketball team started fast and was never headed after taking a 13-point lead in the first quarter on its way to a 53-35 victory over South Brunswick on Tuesday night.David Wallace scored 13 points for the Tigers (11-3), who led, 16-3, after the ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Choosing the perfect bottle of wine can feel overwhelming when faced with shelves lined with countless varieties from around the world. Understanding the basics of wine can help simplify the process, but when in doubt, a sommelier can guide you toward the ideal choice for any ...
NEW JERSEY – In today’s digital age, social media and online platforms are integral to our children’s lives. However, they also present risks, including exposure to human traffickers who exploit these platforms to lure and manipulate vulnerable users. Suzanne Spernal, DNP, APN-BC, senior vice ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The athletic accomplishments of more than 200 South Plainfield High School (SPHS) students and the success of two coaches during the fall 2024 sports season were recently recognized. “We are here tonight to celebrate and honor our fall athletes,” Linda Ionta, the district’s ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - The South Plainfield Parents Ponytail Association (SPPPA) is reaching out for your support to become a sponsor for the upcoming 2025 REC Softball season. By purchasing a team sponsorship for just $150, your business will receive valuable exposure within our community. As a ...
BERNARDSVILLE, NJ -- The South Plainfield boys basketball team recovered from two losses earlier in the week to beat Bernards on the road, 66-49, on Saturday.Senior guard Jordan Jones scored 16 points for the Tigers (10-3), who had lost only one game this season before bowing to Perth Amboy and ...
NEW JERSEY – Got the sniffles and chills? Phlegm making you queasy?That's no surprise to the federal Centers of Disease Control (CDC), which says acute respiratory cases of influenza, COVID-19, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) are on the rise in the Garden State and at nationwide elevated ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Thomas Berry of South Plainfield was honored to receive the 2024 International Impact Book Award for Historical Fiction in War and Military. His latest novel, Blue Line to Richmond, tells the incredible stories of 3 real unsung heroes during the Civil War. They are joined ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - A high school wrestling match featuring two of the Greater Middlesex Conference’s top teams will celebrate the life of Marisa Tufaro and raise money for the foundation bearing her name.Donations collected at the door during Wednesday’s eighth annual Marisa Tufaro Memorial ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ – Middlesex County’s popular photo contest, Picture Middlesex County, is back for the winter season. Running from January 16 through March 27, 2025, the contest invites residents to showcase life and nature across Middlesex County through their lenses. The winning photos, ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – For nearly a decade, TAPinto South Plainfield has been designated as the municipality’s official online newspaper. During the South Plainfield Borough Council’s Jan. 6 reorganization meeting, the governing body, through a resolution (25-28), named TAPinto its 'official ...
NEW JERSEY — The Garden State’s cannabis industry has become a billion-dollar-a-year business, according to the NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJCRC), saying it has generated over $2 billion in revenue since its April 2022 inception.State officials announced that New Jersey’s legal marijuana ...
EDISON, NJ -- Olivia Kapolka scored 20 points and grabbed 12 rebounds to lead South Plainfield to a 45-34 girls basketball victory over Edison on Thursday night.Stella Sweeney sank a pair of 3-pointers and finished with eight points for the Tigers (8-4), who extended their winning streak to six ...
NEW JERSEY - Nearly 14,000 U.S. women are diagnosed with cervical cancer annually, costing an estimated 4,360 women their lives. January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, which puts new emphasis on the need for regular screening and vaccination to reduce these numbers.While cervical cancer can ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - The Elks invites the community to an evening of dining and camaraderie in support of our veterans. This heartfelt event, hosted at the Dunellen Hotel, offers a chance to enjoy a delicious meal while contributing to a cause that honors and assists those who have served our ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ - A new exhibit at the Middlesex County Museum, the historic Cornelius Low House in Piscataway, pays tribute to this enduring legacy with a dynamic showcase of the county's athletic history.The exhibit, which is now open to the public, highlights Middlesex County's storied connection ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ -- South Plainfield established an 11-point lead by halftime and went on to a 55-40 girls basketball victory over Perth Amboy on Tuesday.Samantha Moench and Stella Sweeney each finished with 18 points and four assists for South Plainfield (7-4), which outscored Perth Amboy, ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - It was a successful weekend for the South Plainfield wrestling team. The Tigers swept their tri-match matches at Piscataway with convincing victories over host Piscataway (52-25), followed by a 36-point victory, 57-21, over Brearley on Saturday, Jan. 11. There were six ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - At its Jan. 6 organization meeting, the South Plainfield Board of Education (SPBOE) approved its 2025 meeting schedule. SPBOE meetings are open to the public and held in the South Plainfield High School Media Center. Meetings take place once a month, typically on the third ...
Holidays are filled with lots of food, presents, and busy schedules. A walk in nature is a great way to burn calories, combat stress, and improve your health and well-being.Getting everyone excited about going outside and moving can be a challenge. Adding some activities to the walk is a way to ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - South Plainfield has been awarded $500,000 for upgrades to the borough’s municipal building, Governor Phil Murphy announced today.Senator Patrick Diegnan and Assemblymen Robert Karabinchak and Sterley Stanley secured the fiscal year 2025 funding for South Plainfield as part ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ -- Trailing by three points at halftime, the South Plainfield boys basketball team put together a strong second half to rally for a 70-58 victory over Woodbridge on Saturday.Senior guard Jordan Jones collected 26 points, six assists and five rebounds for South Plainfield (9-1), which ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The Borough of South Plainfield held its annual reorganization meeting on the evening of Jan. 6. The first order of business for the new year was the swearing-in of newly re-elected Councilmembers Robert Bengivenga, Jr. and Joseph Wolak by Honorable Superior Court Judge ...
NEW JERSEY — The state Department of Environmental Protection has officially removed bald eagles and ospreys from its list of endangered species, changing their status from “threatened” to “stable” avian populations.The Garden State’s number of bald eagles and ospreys dwindled to critical lows in ...
NEW YORK, NY — The US Attorney for New York's Southern District wants former Sen. Robert Menendez put behind bars for 15 years when he gets sentenced on Jan. 29th, after being convicted of taking bribes for misuse of his political clout.Menendez, who turned 71 on Jan. 1, 2025, would be 86-years-old ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ -- Stella Sweeney scored 12 points to lead South Plainfield to a 47-29 girls basketball victory over Woodbridge on Saturday.OIivia Kapolka had a big all-around game for the Tigers (5-4) with 10 points, 14 rebounds, five assists, three steals and two blocked shots.Samantha ...
Kick-off 2025 with the addition of a monstera plant to your indoor garden. You’ll join other gardeners observing 2025 as the Year of the Monstera. Each year, the National Garden Bureau (NGB) selects and celebrates one plant in each of the following categories: annual, perennial, bulb, edible, and ...