Summit Top Stories
By CHRIS WIGHTMAN
September 7, 2025
SUMMIT, NJ – Democratic candidate Dan Crisafulli says he was harassed at Wednesday night’s Common Council meeting, claiming two attendees heckled and threatened him during and after the session, prompting a police investigation.Crisafulli said the harassment involved two people who were supporters ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Motorists in Summit should plan for ongoing road work starting Monday, Sept. 8, with several streets scheduled for closures and utility work throughout the week. Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time in affected areas.Scheduled work from Monday, Sept. 8, through Friday, Sept.
SKILLMAN—Alex Schwark had another monster day, and the Summit offensive line shined once again, as Summit football defeated Montgomery, 31-28, Friday night in Skillman. The victory gives the Hilltoppers a 2-0 start for the third consecutive year.Schwark, a senior quarterback, ran for 201 yards on ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit residents are paying close attention to Tylenol this week as a forthcoming report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), led by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is expected to examine potential links between the use of Tylenol (acetaminophen) during ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — Summit voters will get a front-row seat to the city’s Common Council race Monday at the annual HTTV Candidates Forum, a public debate designed to cut through campaign claims and clarify candidates’ priorities. The event starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Community Center, 100 Morris Ave., ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Nimbus Dance officially opened its new Summit studio on Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that brought together city officials, arts leaders, and community members to celebrate the growing role of arts in the downtown district.Artistic Director and Founder Samuel Pott welcomed ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit Common Council’s most recent meeting included recognition of two police officers whose actions saved a young child’s life and transitioned into detailed discussions about housing, homelessness, and preserving the city’s character.Detective Sergeant Ruddy Garita and Detective ...
SUMMIT, NJ. — Two Summit police detectives rescued a toddler from a burning home in Newark’s South Ward on Aug. 29 while investigating a stolen vehicle, authorities said.Detective Sgt. Ruddy Garita and Detective Darin Sliker were canvassing South 19th Street at about 2:58 p.m. when they saw heavy ...
SUMMIT, NJ — September is National Preparedness Month, and Summit officials are asking residents and businesses to take stock of how ready they are for the unexpected.Mayor Elizabeth Fagan said even simple steps—like creating a family plan, stocking an emergency kit, or just talking through “what ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — Students returned to school on Tuesday with a new set of rules for cell phone use.After a year of local—and state and national—concern about how these devices were affecting learning by causing major distractions, the Summit Board of Education has implemented stricter guidelines to ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — Summit residents will have a chance to cut through the campaign chatter at the annual HTTV Candidates Forum on Monday, Sept. 8, at 7:30 p.m. at the Community Center, 100 Morris Ave.The forum comes at a key time, with election day only two months away. Organizers emphasize It gives ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- Summit senior quarterback Alex Schwark was named Salerno Duane Player of the Week for the Hilltopper football team’s road win on Friday over Morristown, 14-11. Schwark carried the ball 14 times for 247 yards and scored both of Summit’s touchdowns. His first, a 43-yard run, got Summit ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — Downtown Summit is gearing up for a weekend of shopping, dining, music, and community fun with Welcome Back Summit, Friday, September 5, through Sunday, September 7.Participating businesses and restaurants will offer exclusive sales, back-to-school specials, summer clearance deals, ...
SUMMIT, NJ — As residents return from summer vacations and the new school year kicks off this week, the team at TAPinto Summit wishes everyone a happy and safe Labor Day.Labor Day honors the contributions of workers across the United States and offers a chance for rest, reflection, and community ...
NEW JERSEY — September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and highlight resources for those in crisis. Suicide and substance-use disorders often intersect, and help is available for anyone struggling.Addiction can be a lonely road, but no one ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ – September is about to get a whole lot tastier in Berkeley Heights. The Berkeley Heights Downtown Beautification Committee is inviting residents and visitors to savor the flavors of the community during Berkeley Heights Restaurant Month, kicking off Monday, Sept. 1 and running ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — Responding to growing concerns from parents and educators, the Summit Board of Education has adopted a stricter policy on student electronic device use for the 2025-26 school year, setting new grade-level restrictions on cell phones, smartwatches and similar technology.“Policy and ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — Several city streets will see closures and detours this week as construction and utility crews continue scheduled road work, according to the Summit Police Department.Work will run Tuesday, Sept. 2, through Friday, Sept. 5, with multiple projects taking place daily between 8 a.m. and ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ — Union County residents interested in becoming a notary public, or looking to sharpen their skills, will have an opportunity to do so at a training seminar hosted by Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi on Friday, Sept. 12.The session will run from 8:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the ...
SUMMIT, NJ — With the first day of school approaching, the Summit Police Department is reminding drivers, students and parents to be extra cautious on city streets.“Pedestrian safety is always a priority for Summit Police, but it’s particularly important during back to school when children may be ...
TRENTON, NJ — A state grand jury decided it would not criminally charge two Woodbridge police officers or an NYPD detective for their role in a June 13, 2024, gunfight at a Fords hotel that ended in a suspect’s death and two of those cops getting wounded.NJ Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ— Alex Schwark was elated as he came off the field — and for good reason.The senior quarterback led the Hilltoppers back from an 11-point deficit over the final seventeen minutes of regulation in their season opener, willing them to a 14-11 road victory over the Colonials on Friday ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — Hollywood has come to Springfield Avenue.Adams Fine Clothing, a longtime downtown New Providence staple, will be featured in Dan Levy and Rachel Sennott’s upcoming Netflix comedy series Big Mistakes. Netflix has confirmed Levy, Sennott, Taylor Ortega, and Laurie Metcalf in ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — A 2023 BMW X5 was reported stolen from a residence on Oak Ridge Avenue on Thursday, according to the Summit Police Department. Police said they received the report on Friday morning.The incident occurred at approximately 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 28. The suspect's vehicle, identified as a ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — So many residents were thrilled to learn about the grant that the Summit Diner received, which TAPinto Summit reported on Wednesday. But few know the amount of hustle and behind-the-scenes work it took to make the project a reality.In a remarkable 24-hour turnaround, the Summit Diner ...
NEW JERSEY — Rocker Bruce Springsteen made “Born to Run” a huge hit.Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., on the other hand, has lived that album's title song, running and winning election after election in New Jersey since 1982.Now, Pallone (D-NJ 6th Dist) has introduced a Congressional resolution to honor the ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Recycling collection in Summit will follow a modified schedule during the week of Sept. 1, 2025, due to the Labor Day holiday.The City announced there will be no recycling collection on Monday, Sept. 1. All pickups for the week will shift by one day, following this schedule:Monday ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Diner, one of New Jersey’s most iconic eateries, has been awarded a $50,000 grant from American Express and the National Trust for Historic Preservation through the Backing Historic Small Restaurants program.The Greberis family has operated the diner since 1964, and boasts ...
SUMMIT, NJ – If it is possible to be experienced and raw at the same time, the 2025 Summit football team is it. The Hilltoppers head into this season with significant turnover at running back and on the offensive line, all while missing their starting quarterback for a yet-to-be-determined period ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit High School girls soccer program begins a new chapter this season under new head coach Kelly Klaif, a former player with deep ties to Summit athletics. Klaif, a kindergarten teacher at Wilson School, played her way through YMCA soccer, Summit Soccer Club, and both freshman ...