Summit Top Stories
By TAPINTO SUMMIT NJ
June 23, 2025
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit’s Department of Community Programs has announced that its annual Community Night will take place on Tuesday, July 22, on the Village Green at 356 Broad Street. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. and is part of the ongoing 2025 Hot Summer Nights Concert Series.Community Night ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The National Weather Service has upgraded its advisory for Summit and much of the region from an Excessive Heat Watch to an Excessive Heat Warning, now in effect through 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 24, as a powerful heat dome continues to intensify over the Northeast.The warning covers parts ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The City of Summit has released its roadwork schedule for the week of June 23 through June 27. Milling, paving, and utility work will occur daily between approximately 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., weather permitting. Some utility work by PSE&G may extend to 5 p.m.Below is a list of affected ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Step inside Carrie Dunham’s newest downtown Summit boutique, and you’ll feel as if you’ve been whisked away to a chic seaside escape, without ever leaving town. From the moment you walk through the door, you’re enveloped in breezy, beach-house charm. Vibrant floral dresses and playful ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The community is invited to savor an evening of food, flavor, and celebration as Passion for Spices commemorates its 15th anniversary on Friday, June 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. at its cooking school located at 31 Woodland Avenue in Summit.Hosted by founder and CEO May Fridel, the celebration ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The City of Summit will host its 78th annual Fourth of July celebration on Friday, July 4, at Soldiers Memorial Field, located at 5 Myrtle Avenue. The community event will feature a full day of entertainment, food, family activities, and fireworks.The celebration begins at 12 p.m. with ...
SUMMIT, NJ — After more than a decade of pleas, petitions, and property loss, Adrianna Alarcon finally received a measure of relief Monday night as the Summit Common Council unanimously approved a resolution to stabilize a dangerously eroded section of the Salt Brook behind her home on Springfield ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Common Council on Monday night took a decisive step toward implementing a government energy aggregation program, unanimously approving a resolution to participate in a competitive energy auction organized by the Garden State Community Energy Cooperative. The vote followed an ...
UNION, NJ – Summit High School’s boys lacrosse team saw its Kirst Cup title defense end in heartbreak Tuesday night, falling 8–7 to Westfield in double overtime at Kean University.In a rematch of the 2024 final, top-seeded Summit battled third-seeded Westfield through four tight quarters and a ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Due to the forecast of severe thunderstorms in the area this evening, Summit High School has announced that tonight’s graduation ceremony will be held indoors at 7 p.m.Each graduate has received two tickets for seating in the high school auditorium, as well as two additional tickets ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The City of Summit will officially open its newly reconstructed paddle tennis courts at Wilson Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, June 21 at 3 p.m. Mayor Elizabeth Fagan and members of the Common Council will be in attendance for the event, hosted by the Department of ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit Police Department has announced the arrest of a Newark man in connection with the theft of three high-value vehicles from Smythe Volvo over an eight-week span earlier this year.Henrri Bonilla, 30, was taken into custody following a joint investigation by the Summit Police ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The City of Summit is advising residents that Public Service Electric & Gas Company (PSEG) will begin milling operations on several streets throughout the city starting Thursday, June 19, weather permitting. The work is expected to continue into the following week, with road ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Get ready for Taylor, Moana and Harry Potter – movies and music are back on the Green. The Summit Department of Community Programs has announced the return of its annual summer concert and movie series on the Village Green, located at 356 Broad St.The 2025 “Hot Summer Nights” concert ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit’s Common Council addressed a wide range of city matters at its latest meeting, including affordable housing development, public safety updates, infrastructure repair contracts, and community initiatives.At the June 16 meeting, a proposed project by the United Methodist ...
SUMMIT, NJ – At last week’s Board of Education meeting, the Summit Public Schools honored 11 dedicated staff members who are retiring this year, celebrating their careers and years of service to the students, families, and community of Summit.The June 12 meeting included a formal presentation ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Local car enthusiasts and families gathered in downtown Summit on Sunday morning for the latest Cars & Croissants event, right in time to celebrate Father's Day. The informal car meet, organized by Summit Downtown, Inc., drew a wide range of vehicles, including vintage classics, ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Summit residents are advised to expect road closures and detours throughout the city beginning Monday, June 16, as scheduled road work gets underway in multiple neighborhoods. The work is expected to last through Friday, June 20, with all projects slated to occur between 8 a.m. and ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Parents in the Summit Public School District have made their voices heard in recent months, raising concerns about student cell phone use and the Board of Education’s approach to public comment. On Thursday, district leaders signaled they are listening — and taking steps toward ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Fresh off a landmark championship victory, the Summit High School boys lacrosse team is turning the page quickly as it prepares to defend its Kirst Cup title.On Saturday, the Hilltoppers defeated Shawnee, 13-10, in the NJSIAA Group 3 final at Hopewell Valley High School, securing their ...
PENNINGTON, NJ — Playing through heavy rain, Summit High School secured a 13–10 victory over Shawnee Saturday in the NJSIAA Group 3 state final, completing a three‑peat.The Hilltoppers (18–4) took control in front of a home crowd, outscoring Shawnee 13–10. Senior attackman James Grainger led Summit ...
PENNINGTON, NJ — No. 2 Summit High School’s girls lacrosse team secured the NJSIAA Group 3 state title on Saturday with a 6–5 victory over Moorestown, capped by a dramatic goal from Parker Febo with two seconds remaining in regulation.Febo, who led all scorers with four goals, made the game-winner ...
SUMMIT, NJ — At Thursday's Summit Board of Education meeting, Operations Committee Chair Richard Hanley delivered a detailed report outlining changes to the district’s budgeting process following significant community and municipal concerns during this year’s budget cycle.The committee’s May 28 ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Police Department is accepting applications for the position of full-time police officer in anticipation of vacancies expected later this year, city officials announced Friday.To qualify, applicants must meet the minimum eligibility criteria outlined by the department and ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The City of Summit has closed the third and fourth levels of the Tier Garage, located at Springfield Avenue and Maple Street, beginning Friday, June 13, to allow for a structural inspection.Motorists who typically use the garage are advised to seek alternate long-term parking options ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Westfield resident Pat Ralph was seen testing his puzzle-solving skills on “Wheel of Fortune” last week, where he scored the most points out of three contestants, earning him a spot in the bonus round and ultimately walking away with $60,500 in cash and prizes.Though the episode ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The City of Summit has released its updated 2025 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, outlining how the city intends to meet its affordable housing obligations for the next decade.The plan, which covers the state’s upcoming Round 4 cycle from 2025 to 2035, was published in accordance ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Eighth-grade students at Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School were honored this week at the school’s annual Community Service Breakfast and pool party, marking the end of their middle school years.The breakfast is held in memory of former Summit teacher Michael Ryder, who died in ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Fifth grade students from Summit’s elementary schools gathered with their families at Summit High School on Wednesday night to celebrate their completion of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) program.The ceremony, held in the high school auditorium, marked the culmination ...
CHATHAM/SUMMIT, NJ – In the highest of high-pressure situations, Parker Febo came through for the Summit girls lacrosse team. The senior middie nailed the game- and championship-winning goal with 43 seconds to play in overtime, pushing the Hilltoppers (18-4) to another North, Group 3 title, at Haas ...