Summit Top Stories
By NICOLE ZANCHELLI
July 19, 2025
NEWARK - Construction of phase one of the Greenway project – a nine-mile, 100-foot-wide former rail line spanning Essex and Hudson counties that will be transformed into the Garden State’s newest state park – has begun in Newark.Gov. Phil Murphy joined local, county and state officials in Newark on ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Fire Department officially welcomed two new career firefighters, Timothy Digney and Michael Tomich, during a swearing-in ceremony held Wednesday at the city’s new firehouse at 281 Broad Street.Mayor Elizabeth Fagan administered the oath of office in front of family, ...
SUMMIT, NJ — It wasn’t just coastal resorts and sunny weather towns that made the cut — Summit ranked No. 91 on a national list of communities with the “most envied lifestyles,” joining just a handful of New Jersey towns recognized by the New Jersey Real Estate Network, a home-listing platform.The ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The heart of downtown Summit will come alive with music this week as the popular Summit Street Sounds series returns for two evenings of free, live entertainment.On Thursday, July 17 and Friday, July 18, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., residents and visitors are invited to stroll through the ...
Summit, NJ – In Summer 2025, Dean Mauriello continues the work he began last year in honor of his late mother, Lisa Stockman‑Mauriello, through Limitless Lisa, a local ALS‑awareness initiative based in Summit.Last year, TapInto Summit reported on the “Sea of Blue” event—a family‑led effort that ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory and Flood Watch for Summit as dangerous heat and strong storms threaten the area.The Heat Advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. Wednesday through 10 p.m. Thursday, with temperatures reaching the 90s and heat index values of up to 103 ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Gov. Phil Murphy visited Berkeley Heights on Tuesday morning to survey the aftermath of a storm that dropped more than six inches of rain in under two and a half hours, triggering flash flooding, buckling roadways, and toppling utility poles across the township.“Last night, ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — The City of Summit’s Division of Engineering & Public Works is actively addressing the effects of a heavy rainstorm that passed through Monday night, dropping an estimated 4 to 6 inches of rain across the city. The southern and western neighborhoods received the highest rainfall ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Car thefts and burglaries continued to decline in Summit during the first half of 2025, as police report encouraging trends across several key crime categories.Burglaries and attempted burglaries to motor vehicles fell to just four incidents between January and June of this year—down ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency statewide on Monday evening following severe thunderstorms and flash flooding that impacted northern and central New Jersey, including Summit. The declaration was made out of an abundance of caution due to flash flooding and severe ...
SUMMIT, NJ - Editor's Note: As Summit Mayor Elizabeth Fagan, MD begins the second half of 2025, TAPinto Summit exclusively learned of her perspective on the first half and what goals remain ahead this year regarding various happenings around the city. Below, we have included the questions sent to ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The City of Summit has released its updated roadwork schedule for the week of July 14 through July 18. Residents and commuters are advised to plan for potential delays and detours as several city streets undergo maintenance.According to the advisory, road closures and traffic rerouting ...
MADISON, N.J. — There’s something about live music on a warm summer Saturday that brings a town to life. That was certainly the case at the Madison Farmers Market this weekend, when the Chatham School of Rock House Band tore through a high-energy set that left no doubt: local talent rocks just as ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Glenn Alexander’s guitar isn’t just an instrument — it’s a storyteller. On Saturday at 7 p.m. at The Albion in Summit, he and his daughter Oria will bring their shared passion for blues, soul and rock to life in an intimate duo performance that is as much about family as it is about ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — At its meeting scheduled for 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22, the New Providence Planning Board will hear several routine matters—but notably will not take testimony on the Toll Brothers application for a multi‑family residential townhome project at 121 Chanlon Road.Instead, the ...
PATERSON - The New York Cosmos are making a comeback—and this time, they’re calling Paterson home.The American soccer club, once the gold standard of the sport in the United States, will return in March 2026 as a new member of USL League One. Their new base will be Hinchliffe Stadium, the ...
CRANFORD, N.J. — Adam Sandler has returned to the Garden State, this time not in front of the camera but behind it, producing a new Netflix film starring his teenage daughter, Sunny Sandler. Production on “Don't Say Good Luck” is underway in Cranford, with filming expected to continue over the next ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The City of Summit Historic Preservation Commission will hold its next public meeting on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 7 p.m. in the second-floor large conference room at City Hall.The meeting agenda includes several advisory reviews related to development, demolition, and the city’s ...
SUMMIT, NJ — BarBacoa, the popular Mexican smokehouse and taqueria at 10 Maple Street, has debuted a stylish interior refresh this summer — but fans can rest easy: the tacos, tequila, and smoky flavors that made it a local favorite are here to stay.Local foodies will be happy to know the restaurant ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Local business owner, Glenn Potolsky, opened a new office last spring for Allstate, located at 42 Maple St. in Summit, NJ. TAPinto Summit sat down with Glenn to see how things are going and what's new at Allstate. Name: Glenn PotolskyPosition: Owner/Business Allstate Address: 42 Maple ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit Fire Department has implemented a new module of the HAAS Alert Safety Cloud® digital alerting service aimed at preventing accidents between emergency vehicles.In January 2024, the department began implementing the R2V® Collision Prevention (responder-to-vehicle) system from ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The streets of downtown Summit will come alive with music, community, and summer charm this Thursday and Friday as Summit Street Sounds returns on July 10 and 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. Presented by Summit Downtown, Inc., the free live music series invites residents and visitors to stroll the ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Tuition for in-state Rutgers undergraduate students will rise 5%, and out-of-state students will see a 6% increase in their tuition bills.Additionally, mandatory student fees will increase 5% for all students.The hikes were unveiled Tuesday as the Rutgers Board of Governors voted to ...
CRANFORD, N.J. – At 87 years old, Victor M. Richel still shows up to work seven days a week — not out of obligation, but out of conviction. The longtime Berkeley Heights resident and respected business leader has spent decades shaping Union County through a rare blend of corporate insight and civic ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Looking for a fun, free brain-teaser with your morning coffee? Check out the new games feature at TapInto Summit. Every day, puzzle lovers can enjoy a bite‑sized mini crossword—perfect for a quick break between errands or meetings. There’s also a full‑size crossword and a rotating ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit is offering more room for dogs to roam this summer, as city officials test out new temporary dog park locations and encourage residents to weigh in on future plans.The city is currently operating a temporary dog park at the corner of Ashland Road and Larned Road at Memorial ...
SUMMIT, N.J. (July 8, 2025) — The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory and flood watch for the Summit area on Tuesday, warning of hazardous conditions due to high temperatures and the threat of heavy thunderstorms.The heat advisory is in effect from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., with heat index ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — Livin’ on a Prayer is headed our way. In a state that gave the world Jon Bon Jovi, it’s only fitting that summer in Union County kicks off with a celebration of one of New Jersey’s favorite rockers.The Union County Board of County Commissioners will launch the 2025 Summer Arts ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — Signal technicians and striping contractors began work Monday in the area of Orchard Street and Morris Avenue to implement new traffic patterns aimed at improving flow and reducing congestion.According to the City of Summit, the project includes the addition of a dedicated left-turn ...
SUMMIT, NJ — TAPinto Summit is inviting residents to celebrate life’s biggest moments by sharing personal milestones with the community.Whether it’s a graduation, engagement, anniversary, retirement, or new baby, Summit residents can submit their family news to be published on TAPinto Summit. Once ...