Summit Top Stories
By LARONDA GUMM
March 3, 2026
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Summit Swimmer Makes a Big Splash! Megan Gregory, a 2021 Summit High School graduate, was a three-sport athlete most of her life. Swim, softball and gymnastics filled every free moment. When she made the high school volleyball team, she transitioned to swim, softball, and ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Want a front-row seat inside City Hall this summer — and a paycheck to go with it?The City of Summit is now accepting applications for its paid 2026 summer internship program, offering Summit college students hands-on municipal experience, project management exposure, and direct access ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners on Monday announced the appointment of Cpt. John da Silva as the 12th Chief of the Union County Police Department, effective immediately.The announcement marks the permanent filling of the role following the retirement of former ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Planning Board will hold a Special Emergency Meeting at City Hall on Tuesday at 5 p.m. to review proposed updates to the city’s affordable housing plan and local development regulations.The meeting was rescheduled from its original date, which was postponed due to the recent ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Ready, set, scramble.The Summit Department of Community Programs has announced its 2026 Easter Egg Hunt, set for Saturday, March 28 on the Village Green, 356 Broad St., and families are invited to bring their baskets — and their speed.The afternoon begins at 1 p.m., when the Village ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The city announced the following streets and areas have upcoming road work scheduled. Road closures and detours may be in effect in these areas; please leave extra time while driving in or near these areas. The schedule is subject to change and updates are added throughout the ...
COLOMBIA – Before we adjusted to the language, understood the geography, we noticed the color. Bright yellow buildings glowing at sunset. Streets tainted in shades of turquoise, coral and blue. Fruit carts overflowing with mangoes, pineapples and every fruit imaginable. Even the transportation felt ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Public Schools Flash Summer Camp Program will return in 2026, offering students a mix of academic enrichment and recreational activities designed to keep them engaged during the summer months.The program features two tracks: Flash Pro and Flash Jr., each tailored to ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill has called out of retirement former New State Police Lt. Col. Jeanne Hengemuhle to become that law enforcement agency’s new superintendent, in charge of 3,400 troopers and its investigative bureaus.Hengemuhle, 55, retired from the NJ State Police in 2024 after an ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Residents will have a front-row seat Tuesday as the Common Council considers zoning changes that could bring new affordable housing and redevelopment to Summit neighborhoods, while also honoring this year’s Officer of the Year, Keith Kwiatek. The council will meet at City Hall, ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Eighth‑seeded Summit came out firing Friday, dominating ninth-seeded Carteret 41‑25 in the first round of the North Jersey Section 2, Group 3 Tournament and proving the team is ready to make noise in the postseason.Charlotte Yarnall scored a team‑high 14 points, and Kate Shin added 11 ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Ridge Oral Surgery & Dental Implants officially opened its new Summit location Thursday, marking the expansion of its advanced oral and maxillofacial services in Northern New Jersey.“Welcome to Summit! We are thrilled to have you,” Mayor Elizabeth Fagan said, as friends, family, ...
ROSELLE, NJ — Eighth-seeded Summit pulled out a hard-fought 2-1 victory over ninth-seeded Madison (4-8-1) in the first round of the NJSIAA State Tournament on Tuesday at Warinanco Sports Center in Roselle.The first period was a defensive standoff, with neither team able to break through. Summit ...
SUMMIT, NJ — In a ceremony that spotlighted both academic excellence and gratitude, Summit Public Schools recognized its National Merit Scholars during the February Board of Education meeting, pairing top achievement with personal tribute.“One of the favorite things we get to do is to celebrate the ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ – As we endure one of the coldest and snowiest winters in recent memory, it's common to look out the window, see more snow, and wonder if this long winter will ever end. During the months of January and February, when daylight is shortest and people hunker down indoors for ...
SUMMIT, NJ — A new tradition is teeing off this spring — and it’s designed to bring the Summit community and its police officers together in a way that goes far beyond the badge.On Monday, May 11, Summit PBA Local #55 will host its 1st Annual Summit PBA Golf Classic at the prestigious Watchung ...
SUMMIT, NJ — As snow blanketed the city during the “Blizzard of ’26” and a statewide emergency remained in effect, Summit swore in its newest police officer — virtually.Mayor Elizabeth Fagan administered the oath of office to Officer Marvens Valery via an online ceremony, marking the first time in ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Snow removal crews will be back at work overnight in Summit’s downtown, as city officials begin cleanup operations in the Central Business District following the latest winter storm.City officials announced that snow cleanup will take place from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., with crews clearing ...
SUMMIT, NJ — NJ TRANSIT rail service said it will operate on a Presidents’ Day schedule Tuesday, Feb. 24, with Midtown Direct service on several lines diverted to Hoboken.Under the adjusted service plan, Midtown Direct trains on the Morristown Line, Montclair-Boonton Line and Gladstone Branch will ...
SUMMIT, NJ — After being postponed due to snowstorms across the state and the ongoing state of emergency, the Summit Common Council’s community listening session has been rescheduled, with two February dates now set at the Summit Community Center located at 100 Morris Ave.Residents are invited to ...
When your head hits the pillow at bedtime, does it race anxiously about unfinished business or tomorrow’s to-dos? You’re not alone—anxiety and sleep have a complicated relationship. That’s because an anxious brain makes it hard to fall and stay asleep, and a lack of sleep heightens anxiety. So how ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Commuters heading into Tuesday should plan for significant disruptions to NJ Transit service following a historic winter storm that blanketed the state with heavy snow. According to NJ Transit, “Due to severe weather, NJ TRANSIT Train, Bus, Light Rail, and Access Link service is ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Due to snowstorms across the state and the ongoing state of emergency, Monday night’s Planning Board meeting has been canceled and rescheduled, while the Common Council’s community listening session will be held at a later date.According to a public notice issued by the city, the ...
SUMMIT, NJ — A four-legged visitor made an unexpected appearance Monday morning as snow continued to blanket the city.Summit Police Officer McDermott temporarily gained a new “partner” after a small dog was found romping through the snow at Mabie Playground. Police said the pup appeared to have ...
SUMMIT, NJ — While Summit braces for a generational snowpocalypse, NJ Transit announced it will temporarily suspend all bus, light rail, and Access Link services at 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22. Rail service adjustments are expected later in the evening and will be shared as soon as possible.The agency ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit Public Schools will close Monday as the city braces for a generational snowpocalypse. Forecasters predict up to 22 inches of snow overnight into Monday, with wind gusts of 50–60+ mph whipping streets into dangerous whiteout conditions and raising the risk of downed tree limbs ...
SUMMIT, NJ — A Blizzard Warning remains in effect for Summit beginning at 1 p.m. Sunday, with forecasters now calling for 18 to 22 inches of snow and wind gusts up to 50 mph — a combination that could create whiteout conditions and bring travel to a standstill.With New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill ...
MIDDLETOWN, NJ — The bus ride home to Summit was a lot sweeter Saturday afternoon.Trailing by 17 at halftime, Summit stormed back with a dominant second half to defeat Middletown North, 62-53, on the road.Charlotte Yarnall led the comeback with 20 points, going 12-for-15 from the free-throw line as ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — In light of the impending winter storm expected to impact the area Sunday into Monday, organizers of the Berkeley Heights Business and Civic's 2nd Annual Taste of Berkeley Heights have announced that the popular annual event will be postponed. “A new date will be confirmed in ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit residents, who just shoveled their way out of a foot-plus of snow a couple of weeks ago, are preparing for a blizzard starting early Sunday afternoon, with the National Weather Service warning of 12–18 inches of snow and gusty winds up to 50 mph. The NWS said visibilities may ...