Summit Top Stories
By TAPINTO SUMMIT STAFF
June 1, 2025
New Providence, NJ — The NJ CrossTown Mental Health Coalition has wrapped up its “Paint the Town Green” campaign, marking the end of Mental Health Awareness Month with a regional show of solidarity across Union and Morris counties — including Summit.Over the month of May, communities including New ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Canoe Brook Country Club will once again host final qualifying for the U.S. Open Championship on Monday, June 2, as 78 golfers compete for a place in the 125th edition of the national championship.The Metropolitan Golf Association (MGA) will conduct the 36-hole qualifier, with players ...
NEW JERSEY – Nothing beats the flavor of fresh-from-the-garden tomatoes. Keep them close at hand by growing one or more in containers on your patio, balcony, or front steps. Any tomato can be grown in a pot, but determinate varieties are shorter and more compact, making them a bit easier to manage ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit Recycling Advisory Committee (RAC) has announced recent updates to the Recycle Coach app, a free mobile tool that provides residents with current information on local and county recycling programs.Recycle Coach is offered at no cost to all New Jersey municipalities through ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - The nasty traffic on Morris County roads, due to sinkhole-related closures of Route 80 in Wharton, are expected to ease significantly late tomorrow (May 30) as two westbound lanes of the interstate return to service.The state Department of Transportation (NJDOT) said the two ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Union County and much of northeastern New Jersey beginning at 8 p.m. Friday through Saturday morning, warning that excessive rainfall may lead to isolated to scattered flash flooding in low-lying and poorly drained areas.The ...
SUMMIT, NJ – With a June 30 deadline approaching, the Summit Planning Board held a meeting on Thursday to discuss the city’s affordable housing obligations and present two proposed development sites that may help meet state-mandated requirements.“This is likely one of many meetings ahead of us,” ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Department of Community Programs will commemorate a century of recreation services in the city with a special celebration on Thursday, June 26, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the Summit Elks Lodge, 40 Maple St.The event marks 100 years since the establishment of Summit’s first ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit Board of School Estimate unanimously approved a $12.6 million roof repair initiative during a special meeting on Thursday, securing state support through the New Jersey School Development Authority’s Regular Operating District (ROD) grant program.The approved resolution ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — A potent and balanced offensive display powered second-seeded Summit High School to a commanding 16–1 victory over 15th-seeded Millburn in the opening round of the NJSIAA North Jersey, Group 3 girls lacrosse state tournament on Wednesday, May 28.The Hilltoppers, ranked No. 2 in the ...
BOSTON — Summit High School alumnus Alex Dadourian added an international championship to his athletic résumé last weekend, helping lead the Armenian men’s national lacrosse team to victory at the 2025 Heritage Cup.Armenia defeated Ireland 5–1 in the final on Sunday, May 25, capping an undefeated ...
SUMMIT, NJ – With Memorial Day behind us and summer right around the corner, barbecue is back and a local restaurant, The Office Tavern Grill, has taken note. The Office’s rotating Road Trip USA menu has taken its next stop to enjoy a wonderful selection based on the cuisine from Texas.Now why ...
SUMMIT, NJ – It’s almost that time again! That’s right, Summit’s Free Market is going to be open once again in June. Every month, on the second Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. a Free Market is held at the Municipal Transfer Station at 40 New Providence Avenue. Next month's Free Markets will be held ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Summit boys lacrosse did what Summit boys lacrosse does Tuesday afternoon, taking down visiting Nutley with relative ease, 18-0, in the first round of the North, Group III playoffs.Junior attackmen James Grainger and Will Iacovelli spearheaded the Hilltopper offense, with the former ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Authorities have identified the individual fatally struck by an NJ Transit train near Summit Station early Tuesday morning as Dylan Faulkner, 19, of Summit.The incident occurred at approximately 1:28 a.m. on May 27, when Morris & Essex Line train 6907, which departed New York Penn ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — An adult male was fatally struck by an NJ Transit train early Tuesday morning near Summit Station, authorities said.The incident occurred at approximately 1:28 a.m. on May 27, when Morris & Essex Line train 6907, which departed New York Penn Station at 12:34 a.m. and was ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Union County voters will begin receiving sample ballots this week ahead of the June 10 primary election, according to County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi.Ballots will be mailed out on Tuesday, May 27, and Wednesday, May 28. Rajoppi urged voters to review the sample ballots in advance to better ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Tucked beneath the Central Presbyterian Church in downtown Summit, HomeTowne Television — HTTV, the city’s local cable access station — is undergoing a quiet but significant transformation. With a new station manager, upgraded technology, and a fresh vision, the station aims to become ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The City of Summit will commemorate Juneteenth with a public celebration on Friday, June 20, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Village Green, located at 356 Broad Street.The event is organized as an afternoon of celebration, commemoration, and education, honoring emancipation and the ...
SUMMIT, NJ – As Memorial Day arrives in Summit and across the nation, we take time to reflect on the profound sacrifices made by the men and women who gave their lives in service to the United States. Their courage represents the deepest form of patriotism—a commitment not only to the flag, but to ...
SUMMIT, NJ — As Memorial Day approaches, the Summit community is preparing to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to the United States. The solemn occasion invites reflection, gratitude and unity, and reminds Americans of the cost of freedom.Among those honored this year through ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit Family Aquatic Center officially opened its gates this weekend, just in time for Memorial Day, ushering in the start of summer for local residents.Located at 100 Ashwood Ave., the Summit Family Aquatic Center is one of the city’s most popular seasonal attractions, offering ...
Summit, NJ — Road work is scheduled throughout Summit through Friday, May 30, with several street closures and detours planned during daytime hours, according to city officials. Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time and use alternate routes when possible.The work is scheduled daily from ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The City of Summit will host its annual LGBTQ+ Pride Month celebration, Summit Has Pride, on Saturday, June 7, from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at the Village Green, located at 356 Broad St.This free, family-friendly event celebrates the LGBTQ+ community in Summit and surrounding areas. The ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Ready, Set, Go! Last Sunday, May 18th, the Summit Police Department teamed up with TREK Bicycle to host their Annual Bike Rodeo in the Bank Street parking lot in downtown Summit. The sun was shining, and the event had a fantastic turnout with numerous families and Summit’s very own ...
TRENTON – As Memorial Day weekend approaches, New Jersey officials are urging residents to keep safety top of mind when firing up the grill.The New Jersey Division of Fire Safety (DFS) is reminding residents of simple but important safety precautions to help prevent fires and injuries during ...
CHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — Tucked away on 55 sweeping acres of woodlands and meadows, the historic Wildfair estate opened its doors this May for one of New Jersey’s most anticipated philanthropic traditions: the 21st Mansion in May Designer Showhouse and Gardens. Organized by the Women’s Association ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Junior standout Ben Cohen delivered a week to remember for the Summit High School varsity baseball team, capped off by a historic performance on Senior Day that helped lift the Hilltoppers to a 10–8 win over Madison.Cohen, named the Salerno Duane Summit Player of the Week, went ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The City of Summit’s Department of Community Programs has launched a fundraising campaign to help complete the Tatlock Playground renovation project. With a total project cost of $1.3 million, the city is seeking $400,000 in donations to close the funding gap.The initiative follows ...
SUMMIT, NJ – A high-intensity police stop near a daycare on Walnut Street on Friday afternoon rattled residents of this quiet Summit neighborhood, after officers with weapons drawn targeted a car flagged as stolen—only to discover the alert was based on outdated information.Just after 1:20 p.m., ...