Summit Top Stories
By TAPINTO SUMMIT STAFF
December 28, 2025
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit officials are advising motorists to plan for possible traffic delays this week as road work is scheduled on several city streets, according to an advisory issued Friday.Road closures and detours may be in effect in the affected areas. All work is weather-dependent and schedules ...
SUMMIT, NJ – After last year’s acclaimed production of The Prom—winner of the Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Award for Outstanding Overall Production—Summit High School’s Performing Arts Department is preparing to enchant audiences once again with the inspiring and heartwarming musical Big ...
SUMMIT, NJ— Recycling collection for Summit residents who normally have Friday pickup has been rescheduled to Monday, city officials said.The change comes after the holiday altered the regular collection schedule. Pickup had initially been moved to Saturday but has since been pushed back again by ...
TRENTON, NJ – The Senate has passed legislation sponsored by Senators Andrew Zwicker and Paul Sarlo, which would require social media companies to provide a 24-hour toll-free phone number by which an account holder could contact a live customer service representative to report fraudulent activity, ...
The holidays are here, and you are probably seeing many traditional holiday plants for sale at your favorite flower shop and garden center. These may or may not be part of your holiday traditions, but knowing a bit about their lore can be something fun to share at holiday gatherings.The traditional ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The City of Summit is preparing for a snowstorm expected Friday afternoon into Saturday, with 6 to 9 inches of snow possible. The Department of Public Works is readying equipment and personnel, while the city’s emergency coordinator is working with Summit Police, Fire, EMS, and Public ...
YARDLEY, PA -- The Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission (DRJTBC) today confirmed that its new toll rate structure for 2026 will take effect on the first second of the new year on January 1, 2026.The new toll schedule was approved by the agency’s board of commissioners in November. The ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Heavy snow is expected to impact Summit beginning Friday afternoon, with the National Weather Service issuing a Winter Storm Warning effective from 4 p.m. Friday through 1 p.m. Saturday.As of Friday morning, forecasters said total snow accumulations of 5 to 9 inches are expected in ...
SUMMIT, NJ— A winter storm watch is in effect for Summit and much of northern and central New Jersey, with 5 to 7 inches of snow possible from Friday afternoon through Saturday afternoon, according to a Thursday morning update from the National Weather Service.Forecasters say snow is expected to ...
SUMMIT, NJ — As Christmas Eve turns to Christmas Day, Summit’s streets glow with holiday lights and festive window displays. Families are gathering to celebrate the season, reflecting on faith, hope, and the joy of being together.From all of us at TAPinto Summit, we wish you a peaceful Christmas ...
CLARK, NJ — The Arthur L. Johnson (ALJ) High School girls varsity basketball team (3-0) extended its win streak to three on Tuesday with a victory over Summit (1-3).The Crusaders defeated the Hilltoppers, 51-32.Game leaders for Johnson included Alisia Hamm with 22 points and four 3-pointers; ...
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump administration has ordered a suspension of construction and lease activity for five major offshore wind projects along the East Coast, including Empire Wind, which is planned off the New Jersey and New York coasts. Federal officials cited national security concerns, ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — Senior captain Robbie Kievit of the Summit boys hockey team was named the Salerno Duane Player of the Week after scoring five goals in three games. The right-winger scored a goal against Bridgewater and Park Regional and added a hat trick against Ridge on Sunday. Kievit finished the ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — Union County is doing more to assist individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing by expanding the use of technology that transmits sound directly into a person’s hearing aid from microphones.This technology, called hearing loop systems, was installed in the Union County Courthouse ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Applications for Summit’s 2026-2027 Pre-Kindergarten program are now available online at the Summit Public Schools website and in person at the district’s Primary Centers during school hours.Children must be Summit residents, toilet trained, and at least 3 years old by Oct. 1, 2026, to ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Board of Education reviewed a broad range of district updates at Thursday's public meeting, including educational grants, rising healthcare costs, academic programming, budget planning, and leadership transitions, as administrators and board members outlined both ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Road work is scheduled to begin Monday, Dec. 22, on several streets in Summit, with possible lane closures and detours, city officials said.According to the city, Public Service Electric & Gas (PSE&G) will conduct work from 8 a.m. to approximately 4 p.m., Monday and Tuesday, ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit boys basketball evened its record at 1-1 with a dramatic 58-53 double-overtime victory against Oratory on Saturday in Summit.Senior Thatcher Rush led all scorers with 22 points as the Hilltoppers erased a 10-point halftime deficit. Oratory took a 25-15 lead into the break, but ...
CLARK, NJ — The Johnson girls varsity basketball team (2-0) defeated Oak Knoll (0-3) on Saturday afternoon, 51-31.The Lady Crusaders established a solid lead early, scoring 24 points to Oak Knoll's 11 at the half.Game leaders for Johnson included Alisia Hamm with 13 points, Jordanna Tarentino with ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Peanut Butter Snowballs are fun and easy to make. This delicious treat has become a holiday favorite in our house. Our little one loves to help make them for Santa on Christmas Eve. We like to use creamy peanut butter, but if you prefer more texture, use chunky peanut butter.Prep ...
SUMMIT, NJ – An intrepid band of 70 Santas spread mirth and good cheer throughout Summit on Thursday while raising money for local charities. The Summit Singing Santas have been caroling throughout town every holiday season for the past 10 years, entertaining patrons of local eateries. This year ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit’s 2025 Toys for Tots holiday toy drive concluded this week with what the Summit Police Department described as one of its most successful years, citing strong community participation and widespread local support.“This year’s Toys for Tots holiday toy drive was one of our more ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — More than 215 community members gathered on December 3 for The Anxious Generation wrap-up discussion hosted by The Mindful Generation and the New Providence School District—renewing momentum around strengthening youth well-being, restoring childhood, and building healthier ...
NEWARK — Mikie Sherrill’s Jan. 20th inauguration as the Garden State’s next governor will be at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark – not in Trenton – a move that reportedly breaks a 235-year tradition.Governor-elect Sherrill announced the venue switch in a prepared statement on ...
MILLBURN, NJ – Resident Corey Heller spoke about the traffic congestion on Rt. 24 during the recent township committee meeting. “Traffic just gets worse and worse at least once a year, twice a year. I can't tell you how many years it’s been like this. We need to do a regional study. I guess Summit, ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit Police reported a series of arrests and vehicle burglaries in the first two weeks of December.On Dec. 3, a 70-year-old Summit woman was charged with simple assault and released with a pending court date. The same day, a theft was reported on Middle Avenue after a package ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Residents are being urged to secure outdoor holiday decorations and other loose items as a wind advisory goes into effect overnight, the National Weather Service said.The advisory runs from midnight Thursday through midnight Friday and includes Summit and much of northern and central ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Jared Isaacman, a billionaire and commercial space explorer who lived in Westfield as a child, was confirmed by the Senate to lead NASA on Wednesday, according to reports.Isaacman attended Westfield Public Schools from kindergarten through sixth grade and has said that his dreams of ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The City of Summit has announced schedule changes and facility closures in observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays.City offices will be closed Dec. 25–26 and Jan. 1–2. The Community Center will also be closed from Dec. 25 through Dec. 28 and from Jan. 1 through Jan.
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Common Council closed out the year at Tuesday's meeting with a series of consequential votes addressing municipal finances, youth recreation, and local zoning authority during its final meeting of 2025.The council unanimously approved the sale of the former firehouse at 396 ...