Press Releases
By STEPHANIE KARP – WWW.STEPHANIEKARPWRITES.COM
December 15, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEReleased Hostage Bar Kupershtein Shares Story of Survival and Hope with Over 750 Community Members in WestfieldAfter 738 days in captivity, the 23-year-old Israeli hero addresses packed crowd at Temple Emanu-El of Westfield NJWESTFIELD, NJ, December 10, 2025 — Bar Kupershtein, ...
The Arc of Union County is proud to share that our Executive Director, Edwin Asuta, has been nominated and selected as the recipient of the 2025 NCE Executive Excellence Award. This prestigious honor, presented by The Arc of the United States, recognizes outstanding leadership and dedication in ...
Summit, New Jersey - The incumbent Assembly representatives in Legislative District 21, Nancy Muñoz and Michele Matsikoudis, have not responded to multiple invitations to publicly debate challenger Andrew Macurdy, a former federal prosecutor and counsel to the Attorney General. Election Day is two ...
Scotch Plains - On Sunday, October 5, the JCC of Central NJ in Scotch Plains hosted an October 7 commemoration event to remember those murdered, those taken hostage and all the others whose lives were forever changed by Hamas’ brutal attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. Over 100 participants ...
CRANFORD, NJ – Prevention Links is proud to announce the 27th Annual Red Ribbon Day, taking place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Nomahegan Park in Cranford, NJ. This free, family-friendly event invites the community to walk, celebrate recovery, support youth mental health, and stand together in ...
Summit, New Jersey—Former federal prosecutor and State Assembly candidate Andrew Macurdy is continuing his call to make public transportation a priority in New Jersey, and has released a campaign advertisement drawing a contrast with his opponents’ record on the topic.Macurdy’s ad highlights how ...
With standout players from Westfield, Scotch Plains, Marlboro, Princeton, Warren, Metuchen and beyond – and guided by head coach Brett Mayerson of Scotch Plains – the JCC of Central New Jersey hockey team delivered a performance their communities will never forget.Central NJ battled through a ...
The Summit Area YMCA is proud to announce the appointment of Anjali Rao McCormick as its permanent Chief Executive Officer. A Summit resident and longtime YMCA leader, McCormick returned earlier this year as interim CEO to the organization where her Y journey began — first as the Director of ...
SUMMIT – The premier New Jersey production of And in This Corner … Cassius Clay, Idris Goodwin’s drama about the rise of the boxer who became Muhammad Ali, will mark the final round of The Theater Project’s 2025 summer season.Eight performances will take place August 14 – 24 at Oakes Center ...
SUMMIT – The premier New Jersey production of And in This Corner … Cassius Clay, Idris Goodwin’s drama about the rise of the boxer who became Muhammad Ali, will mark the final round of The Theater Project’s 2025 summer season.Eight performances will take place August 14 – 24 at Oakes Center ...
Hope 4 Paws Humane Society would like to inform the community of the significant damage our shelter sustained during last week’s severe weather.Moments after the storm passed, our Director of Operations, Josh Reyes, rushed to the shelter, navigating streets littered with downed power lines and ...
The Antioch Baptist Church, 640 S. Springfield Ave., Springfield, NJ 07081 is inviting both adults/youth to its annual Vacation Bible School Friday, July 18th & Saturday, July, 19th. This year's theme is:“God’s Masterpiece: Created for a Purpose”Key Verse: Ephesians 2:10 – “For we are God’s ...
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GTHR Pilates Opens in Westfield, NJ — Where Strength & Style Meet on the ReformerWestfield, NJ — July 2025 — Westfield’s fitness scene just got a little more elevated: GTHR Pilates, the new modern Pilates studio founded by local entrepreneur Sarah Himmelbaum, has officially opened its doors.
On Tuesday, June 17th, we celebrated the hard work of our devoted Jewish Family Service of Central NJ (JFSCNJ) volunteers at our Annual AmeriCorps Volunteer Recognition Luncheon at the Liberty Hall Academic Center at Kean University.We were treated to a mesmerizing performance by the a cappella ...
Scotch Plains - The JCC of Central NJ in Scotch Plains is proud to announce its new Board of Directors for the 2025-26 year.On Monday, June 9 at the JCC’s annual meeting, Lauren Barr, who is Publisher and Editor-In-Chief at The Westfield Leader and Union County HAWK, was appointed as the JCC’s next ...
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As an organization dedicated to promoting inclusion, respect, and social responsibility, the Summit Area YMCA announced that its inaugural Juneteenth celebration will take place at the Berkeley Heights YMCA on Thursday, June 19, from 5 PM to 9 PM.This event, which commemorates the date when the ...
As an organization dedicated to promoting inclusion, respect, and social responsibility, the Summit Area YMCA announced that its inaugural Juneteenth celebration will take place at the Berkeley Heights YMCA on Thursday, June 19, from 5 PM to 9 PM.This event, which commemorates the date when the ...
The JCC of Central NJ is thrilled to announce the opening of a second satellite Early Childhood site. Starting in September 2025, The Annex at Temple Sholom (1925 Lake Avenue in Scotch Plains) will welcome infants and toddlers to the JCC’s highly regarded Early Childhood program.The JCC is ...
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The JCC Early Childhood Center recently unveiled its newly expanded garden, “The Forever Young Garden.” This meaningful space was created in memory of Ariel, Kfir, and Shiri Bibas, who were kidnapped on October 7, 2023, and tragically murdered by Hamas. The loss of these two young boys and their ...
This summer, the Summit Area YMCA invites teens to take part in exciting and enriching opportunities designed just for them. With a focus on real-world skills, creativity, and community involvement, three standout programs—Volunteens, Teen Chef, and Esports—are set to make a big impact.Volunteens ...
This summer, the Summit Area YMCA invites teens to take part in exciting and enriching opportunities designed just for them. With a focus on real-world skills, creativity, and community involvement, three standout programs—Volunteens, Teen Chef, and Esports—are set to make a big impact.Volunteens ...
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The Summit Area YMCA is inviting local residents to enjoy two free open house events at its outdoor community pools. Designed as a no-cost opportunity for individuals and families, these events allow the public to enjoy the YMCA’s pool facilities, meet staff, and learn more about available programs ...
The Summit Area YMCA is inviting local residents to enjoy two free open house events at its outdoor community pools. Designed as a no-cost opportunity for individuals and families, these events allow the public to enjoy the YMCA’s pool facilities, meet staff, and learn more about available programs ...
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The Berkeley Heights Community Pool at the YMCA opens Memorial Day weekend, welcoming families for a summer of fun and connection. (Jimmy Alagna)SUMMIT, NJ — May 14, 2025 - Opening Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 24, the Springfield Community Pool and Berkeley Heights Community Pool at the ...
The Berkeley Heights Community Pool at the YMCA opens Memorial Day weekend, welcoming families for a summer of fun and connection. (Jimmy Alagna)SUMMIT, NJ — May 14, 2025 - Opening Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 24, the Springfield Community Pool and Berkeley Heights Community Pool at the ...