Summit Top Stories
By JIM LONERGAN
July 6, 2025
THE VATICAN, ROME – Gary Gellman, a New Jersey-based professional photographer, recently documented the Jubilee de Sport at St. Peter’s Basilica, capturing images of Pope Leo XIV during the June 14–15 event. The pilgrimage drew thousands from around the world, including delegations from Georgia, ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — Motorists should expect road closures, detours, and delays across Summit next week as scheduled road work impacts more than a dozen locations throughout the city.According to a July 3 advisory issued by the City of Summit, street maintenance is scheduled to begin Monday, July 7, and ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — After being postponed due to stormy weather last week, the much-anticipated screening of Moana 2 will now take place this Thursday, July 10, as part of Summit Community Programs’ annual “Screen on the Green” movie night series.The event will be held on the Village Green, located at ...
JERSEY SHORE — Beachgoers enjoyed a near-perfect start to July at the beach this weekend, with calm seas, warm breezes and abundant sunshine.According to the National Weather Service, daytime highs hovered between the upper 70s and low 80s, with mostly sunny skies and a gentle sea breeze preserving ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — The 78th annual Fourth of July celebration at Soldiers Memorial Field delivered more than fireworks and family fun this year—it marked the unofficial beginning of Summit’s 2025 election season.From the moment the flag was raised at noon, the field buzzed with excitement. Children ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Looking for a relaxing and delicious way to cap off your Independence Day weekend? The Summit Farmers Market will be in full swing this Sunday, July 6, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine — making it the perfect stop for fresh food, local flavor, and community connection.Located in ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Clear skies and warm weather greeted residents and visitors alike at Summit’s 78th Annual Fourth of July celebration at Soldiers Memorial Field, where patriotic spirit and community pride were on full display.The day kicked off at noon with the annual decorated bike parade for children ...
SUMMIT, NJ – A simmering rift within Summit’s Common Council burst into public view Tuesday night when Council President Mike McTernan sharply rebuked Councilwoman Michelle Kalmanson for her June 24 vote against the city’s Fourth Round Affordable Housing Plan, calling her position “the most ...
SUMMIT, NJ — On Monday, Gov. Phil Murphy signed New Jersey’s FY 2026 budget into law. Among its provisions is a restructured supplemental Realty Transfer Fee — popularly referred to as the “mansion tax” — which now fully shifts the responsibility to sellers for closings on July 10, 2025.“On June ...
JERSEY SHORE, NJ — Independence Day 2025 lands on a Friday, setting the stage for a full weekend of celebration along the Jersey Shore. From beachfront fireworks and lively parades to concerts, family festivals and late night, communities up and down the coast are ready to welcome locals and ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Common Council approved several measures this week focused on city infrastructure, affordable housing, and public safety. The meeting also featured community input on traffic patterns and e-bike safety, as council members responded to resident concerns and highlighted ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy signed a record $58.8 billion fiscal year 2026 budget into law late Monday night.“This budget exemplifies our dedication to fiscal responsibility, affordability, and opportunity for all New Jerseyans," Murphy's office said in a news release early Tuesday morning.The ...
SUMMIT, NJ — As residents prepare for the Independence Day holiday, city officials are reminding the public of municipal schedule changes in observance of Friday, July 4.City offices will be closed for the holiday, and Friday will also be a parking holiday in Summit. No fees will be required for ...
JERSEY SHORE – With the Fourth of July weekend fast approaching, Summit families headed to the Jersey Shore are urged to take rip current warnings seriously after a series of rescues on Sunday underscored the dangers.Lifeguards across New Jersey are on high alert after a sharp uptick in rip current ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Get ready for the fireworks!The City of Summit’s 78th annual Fourth of July celebration returns this Friday, July 4, at Soldiers Memorial Field with a full day of live entertainment, children’s activities, food vendors, and a fireworks finale.The event kicks off at 12 p.m. with a ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit Common Council will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 512 Springfield Avenue.Among the items scheduled for public hearing and final consideration are several ordinances introduced on June 16:Ordinance 25-3344: ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Road work is scheduled across multiple streets in Summit from Monday, June 30, through Thursday, July 3. Work will take place between approximately 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. each day. Road closures and detours may be in effect, and drivers are advised to allow extra travel time in affected ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Editor's Note: TAPinto Summit is launching a new column, Local Pets, to spotlight the community’s furry (or feathered, or scaly) friends.If you’d like your pet to be featured, email us at cwightman@tapinto.net with a photo and a few fun facts.Now, meet Sadie! In every neighborhood, ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Community members gathered at the Summit Elks Club on Thursday to celebrate 100 years of excellence in Summit’s Parks and Recreation programs. The evening also marked the official launch of a fundraising campaign for improvements to Tatlock Playground.Hosted by the City of Summit and ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The top two levels of the Tier Parking Garage in downtown Summit have been closed indefinitely following a recent structural assessment conducted by an outside engineering firm, city officials announced.The closure affects the 3rd and 4th levels of the garage. No timeline has been ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Police Department is now hiring school crossing guards for the upcoming academic year, according to a recent announcement.Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have their own transportation. The department is offering immediate openings, with pay of up to $50 per day.
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit held two milestone ceremonies last week as local students celebrated the culmination of years of academic achievement. On June 17, 295 students graduated from Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School, followed by 296 seniors in the Summit High School Class of 2025 receiving their ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Downtown Summit will come alive with music this week as the Summit Street Sounds series continues Thursday and Friday evenings, June 26 and 27, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.Presented by Summit Downtown, Inc., the event invites residents and visitors to enjoy live performances at multiple ...
Union County, NJ — Each year, every Union County school athletic department chooses a male and female graduating senior athlete who exemplifies both athletic and academic success. Such students are leaders in their schools and communities and demonstrate the qualities of tenacity, integrity, ...
SUMMIT, NJ — A pivotal Summit Common Council meeting on Tuesday ended with the approval of the city’s Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, following extensive public input and a 4-1 vote from council members.The resolution, introduced by Councilman Jamel Boyer, aimed to secure ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit’s Planning Board voted on June 23 to approve its Fourth Round Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, meeting a key state deadline and maintaining the city’s legal protection from certain affordable housing lawsuits.City Planner Joe Burgess explained that Summit was initially ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — A new gym in downtown Summit is inviting residents to rethink their workout routines. Station Athletics Summit, now open at 12 Bank Street, offers a coach-led approach to fitness built around strength, intensity and community. The studio is currently offering a limited-time Founder’s ...
SUMMIT, NJ — As temperatures soar across the country, the American Humane Society is reminding pet owners to take precautions to protect their animals from heat-related dangers.“Unlike humans, dogs do not sweat to regulate their temperatures as efficiently as we do,” said Dr. Robin Ganzert, ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit Police Chief Ryan Peters addressed the Common Council last week, providing an update on a May 23 vehicle stop and detailing trends in motor vehicle and home-related crimes.Just after 1:20 p.m. that day, he said, officers received a stolen-vehicle alert via mobile license plate ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat warning for the Summit area, in effect through 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 24. With heat index values potentially reaching as high as 110 degrees, city officials are urging residents to take precautions and make use of local cooling ...