Summit Top Stories
By CHRIS WIGHTMAN
March 12, 2025
SUMMIT, NJ — Mayor Elizabeth Fagan, M.D., and Summit Police Department Captain Ryan Peters will host a virtual Public Safety Town Hall on March 25 from 7 to 8 p.m. The event, accessible via the City of Summit's Facebook page, aims to update residents on current safety protocols and address ...
SUMMIT, NJ – In celebration of Local Government Week, the City of Summit will host a Showcase on Thursday, April 10, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Summit Fire Department headquarters, located at 281 Broad Street.Mayor Elizabeth Fagan, MD, emphasized the importance of the event, stating, “I encourage ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — Newark Academy seniors and Summit residents Abigail Hsu and Matthew Higgins have been named National Merit Finalists, a recognition placing them among the top academic high school students in the country.As finalists, Hsu and Higgins will now compete for approximately 6,870 National ...
UNION, NJ – After months of investigation, Union police have announced the arrest of a man seen detonating a smoke bomb in a McDonald’s in December.According to authorities, on Thursday, December 26, 2024, around 5 p.m., a man was seen detonating a red colored smoke bomb at the McDonald’s on Route ...
UNITED STATES - Travelers and those accessing federal facilities will soon need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another approved form of identification under new security requirements.The REAL ID Act, passed in 2005 in response to 9/11 Commission recommendations, requires stricter security ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The City of Summit advised of upcoming road work on the following streets and areas for this week. Road closures and detours may be in effect in these areas; please leave extra time while driving in or near these areas. Schedule subject to change.Monday 3/108AM - approx. 4PM Montrose ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit Common Council addressed key community issues at its March 4 meeting, focusing on the school budget, parking policy changes, public works concerns, and neighborhood issues surrounding Tatlock fields.Budget TalkCouncil President Mike McTernan outlined the preliminary ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Start getting in the mood for St. Patrick's Day by making The World-Famous, Outstanding, Incredible TAPinto Irish Soda Bread Recipe St. Patrick’s Day, 2025Ingredients: 3 and a half cups of flour, sifted or whisked2/3 cup sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Police Department is investigating a residential burglary that occurred early Saturday, March 8.Officers responded to a home on Edgewood Road at approximately 1:24 a.m. after the homeowner reported a break-in. The victim told police she left the residence around 5:45 p.m.
SUMMIT, NJ -- Editor’s Note: As the Common Council continues to govern the community in 2025, TAPinto Summit held a series of interviews with its leaders, getting to know them a bit more than just what political party they represent. In our series, Meet the Leaders, each person will share insights ...
SUMMIT, NJ – A proposal to build a three-unit townhouse development at 27 Edgar Street faced opposition at the latest Summit Zoning Board meeting, as board members and residents raised concerns over parking, traffic, and stormwater management. The applicant, represented by attorney James First, ...
SUMMIT, NJ – During the Summit Common Council meeting on Tuesday, Police Chief Steven Zagorski provided an update on a recent home invasion that has caused concern among residents. The incident occurred in the early morning hours of Friday, February 21, when suspects broke into a residence on ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Summit Chatham High School's wrestling standout, Sam Henry, continued his exceptional season by securing the 285-pound title at the NJSIAA Region 4 Tournament this past weekend. The senior's performance not only earned him the regional championship but also a coveted spot in the ...
SUMMIT, NJ — In a display of exceptional talent and determination, Summit High School senior Sidney Arcella secured her third consecutive title in the 200-yard freestyle at the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) Meet of Champions on March 2, 2025. Arcella's performance ...
SUMMIT, NJ – With the district’s finances under close watch, residents are bracing for a possible property tax increase. At a combined Board of Estimates and Board of Education meeting on March 3, officials shared a tentative plan for the 2025-2026 school year. The plan aims to keep education ...
PARAMUS, NJ - A 24-year-old Newark man stands accused of a string of Dunkin' Donuts burglaries, many of which the dollar amount of damage caused was more than he made off with from the till.Enajaim E. Bowman, 24, was arrested on various charges related to the series of burglaries that spanned four ...
HOLLYWOOD - Director and screenwriter Sean Baker, who made history Sunday night winning four Oscars at the 97th Academy Awards for his film "Anora" is a New Jersey native and the son of prominent Somerville, NJ attorney Steve Baker.Baker won Oscars for writing, editing, directing and producing ...
Summit, NJ – While crime statistics in Summit significantly dropped in 2024, local residents noted the past few weeks have been a scary reminder of the dangerous activity that can pop up at any time. On Friday, February 21, Summit police reported a vehicle theft, multiple burglaries from vehicles ...
SUMMIT, NJ – At first glance, there might not seem to be much opportunity for synergy between the organizations led by Alex Karapetian, president of Summit Police Athletic League (PAL), and Jenine Lavin, founder and brainchild of Mix and Mahjong Association of Summit (otherwise known as Mix and ...
SUMMIT, NJ — The City of Summit will hold its annual Earth Day Clean-Up on Saturday, March 29, from 9 a.m. to noon, with a rain date scheduled for Sunday, March 30. The event is organized by the Summit Environmental Commission.Volunteers of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit’s Common Council has formally declared six vacancies within the Summit Police Department following the retirement announcement of Chief Steven Zagorski. The chief, who has served the city for over three decades, will officially retire on April 30, 2025.During the recent city ...
NEW JERSEY — Scores of people convicted of driving while intoxicated (DWI) between 2008 and 2016 may be eligible to have those charges overturned, and their records cleared because high-tech breathalyzers used to provide evidence were reportedly found faulty.In a prepared statement, Middlesex ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit District Arts Festival is gearing up for a spectacular three-day event, running from Wednesday, April 2 to Friday, April 4, celebrating the incredible artistic achievements of Summit’s students. The festival will showcase a wide array of student work, including music, ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School will bring the iconic musical comedy Grease to life on Friday and Saturday, March 14-15, at the LCJSMS Auditorium.The school version of Grease stays true to the fun-loving spirit and memorable songs that made the show a hit both as a Broadway ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit High School wrestling team delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 NJSIAA District 13 Championships held at Nutley High School, securing a fourth-place team finish with 100 points—the highest total since 2015.“We had a great weekend at NH for the Districts,” said ...
SUMMIT, NJ — As Summit hoops prepares for its game on Saturday against Mendham in the NJSIAA Tournament, Quarterfinal Round, North Jersey, Section 2, Group 3, the team will be playing off its highs in beating Rahway in the first round on Wednesday, 63-49. The win not only propelled the Hilltoppers ...
SUMMIT, NJ – As part of the Summit Department of Community Program’s (DCP) 100-year anniversary celebration that will go throughout the year, the DCP will host a roller skating event on Friday, March 7, at the Community Center, located at 100 Morris Avenue. The "Throwback Friday Night Rec" event ...
SUMMIT, NJ – In response to the recent mid-year resignation of Jefferson School Principal, the Summit School District has announced that Dan Healy will transition from his role as Athletic Director and Health and Physical Education Supervisor to serve as the interim principal. Healy’s appointment ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Just four minutes before sunrise on Tuesday, the Eagle's nest at Duke Farms welcomed the first chick of 2025, with two more eggs expected to be hatched in a matter of days.Thousands witnessed the event on the Eagle Cam which can be accessed on the Duke Farms Facebook page:At 6:32 ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit Police Department announced its 2025 Summer Youth Academy will be held over two one-week sessions: July 21–25 and July 28–August 1, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.The academy is open to children aged 10-14 as of July 21, 2025, and those entering Grades 6, 7, 8, or 9 in the ...