Summit Top Stories
By TAPINTO SUMMIT STAFF
October 27, 2024
SUMMIT, NJ -- The City of Summit advised the community of upcoming road work on the following streets and areas for the upcoming 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, October ...
TRENTON, NJ - According to the NJ Forest Service, much of that state is at peak, with some area past peak, for the annual Fall foliage show. If you're thinking you don't have time for a Fall foliage road trip this weekend because you have to rake the leaves in your own backyard, think again. Your ...
NEW JERSEY – A new study from the personal finance website WalletHub ranked the top colleges and universities in New Jersey for 2025. This data comes from a study of the top colleges and universities in the entire U.S. for 2025, with Princeton University ranking 1st among 500 schools.Top 10 ...
WESTFIELD, NJ – The Westfield High School girls soccer team is once again on top of Union County. The top-seeded Blue Devils (14-1) edged second-seeded Summit, 2-1, in the Union County Tournament final on Saturday at Johnson High School. It was the first county title since 2022 for ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- Leaders from the local government and various community members were hosted by the Summit Fire Department during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the opening of the new Fire House on Friday.“This is an historical time for the Fire Department in the City of Summit,” said Fire Chief Eric ...
BOSTON, MA – Summit athletes brought Hilltopper Pride to Boston October 18-20 in the Head of the Charles Regatta, one of the oldest and largest rowing competitions in the world. The grueling three-mile course, running the Charles River through Boston and Cambridge, is widely considered to be the ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- The conclusion of Summit High School football’s season is upon us. In a few weeks, the Hilltoppers will lose a number of key players to graduation, and the yearly conversation over how to replace departing stars will begin. And while it is always difficult to replace high-caliber ...
SCOTCH PLAINS – After three straight losses threatened to derail the Hilltoppers’ season, Summit football finally turned the page on a frustrating October Friday night at Perry Tyson Field.Senior wide receiver/defensive back Oscar Marx scored on offense, defense and special teams, leading his team ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- Summit hosted its final home meet of the 2024 season on Tuesday against the co-op team of Union/Dayton HS and Brearley HS and made the most of their Senior Night, winning 104.45 to 93.725. Senior Julia Eroles set season high scores on all 4 events and won All-Around with a 32.825. She ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- The Summit High School Junior Varsity Field Hockey Team advanced to the finals in the Union County Tournament by beating Westfield, 2-1. The Hilltopper win was a huge one given Westfield was the No. 2 Seed and Summit was the No. 3 Seed -- plus the fact that Summit lost to Westfield ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit Police Department is sharing some safety tips for children and families for safe trick-or-treating on Halloween.• Choose bright colors and flame-retardant materials when choosing a costume.• If you will be outdoors after dark, attach reflective tape to your costume and treat ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – A long line wrapped around the new Wonder building as eager customers waited to be among the first 100 to celebrate its grand opening on Thursday. Jason Rusk, Executive Vice President of Restaurant Operations, warmly welcomed everyone to this exciting occasion at Wonder, a ...
SUMMIT, NJ – As the November 5 election approaches, TAPinto Summit will feature a weekly Q&A series where the candidates running for Summit Common Council share their views on key issues.The candidates running this year include Claire Toth (Dem-Ward 2), Don Nelson (Rep-Ward 1), Michelle ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- A beautiful landscaping transformation took place last week at the Vito Gallo Senior Building in downtown Summit, thanks to the volunteers who took part in the Oak Knoll Parents Association’s Fall Community Service Project. “With the help of dedicated parents who donated funds and ...
TRENTON, NJ — The Assembly Education Committee passed a bill on Monday to require most public schools to provide sunscreen or sun-protective clothing for students at school events.“One blistering sunburn in childhood or adolescence can more than double a person’s chances of developing melanoma ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- Mike Malloy, senior manager of operations of New Jersey American Water (NJAW), presented an update on the company's operations in the city during the Common Council Meeting held on October 8.In serving the City of Summit for the past 100 years, Malloy said NJAW is the largest ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- Residents should be prepared for road work this week on the following streets and areas, according to the City. 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 10/21 8 a.m. - ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Summit Police have now verified that, as of 1:36 p.m., the threat at Summit High School is not credible. According to the Summit School District, “the shelter in place has been lifted at Summit High School. All students and staff are safe. Summit High School will be resuming a normal ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- The Summit Police Department stated that, as of 12:52 p.m., Summit High School is currently under a shelter in place after receiving information regarding a threat to the school. Summit Police are currently at the school investigating the threat. Please do not come to Summit High ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The 2024 Summit Lady Hilltoppers Volleyball Team has made a major comeback this season, rattling off six straight victories. As the team prepares for the County Semifinals, TAPinto Summit caught up with head coach Antonio Martins to get his views on the season. How is your season going ...
SUMMIT, NJ - Summit’s struggles on the gridiron continued Saturday afternoon, as the Hilltoppers rushed for just 77 yards as a team and lost for the third consecutive week, this time to undefeated Woodbridge, 28-17. The loss puts Summit’s chances of earning a home playoff game in serious ...
CLARK, NJ – Summit girls soccer advanced to a second-straight Union County final Saturday, ending Oak Knoll’s stay in the tournament, 2-1, at Arthur L. Johnson High School in Clark. “It is a step in the direction we are getting to [as a program],” Summit head coach Matt Carder said of what the ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Among so much activity going on in Summit, check out some current highlights.Arbor Day The City of Summit’s 29th Arbor Day celebration was held on Thursday at the Tiny Forest. Summit Mayor Elizabeth Fagan, MD read the Arbor Day proclamation and Summit NJ Environmental Commission Chair ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- The Hilltopper gymnastics team had been making strides each meet as it prepared for the 2024 County Championships held at Scotch Plains-Fanwood HS on Thursday, October 17. Despite being seeded 3rd, the Summit squad put up its season high score of 105.775 to finish 2nd overall, ...
NEWARK, NJ - Singer Ali Berke, also known as Ali the Anthem Girl, is adding Prudential Center in Newark to her list of sporting venues at which she has performed.Berke will sing the national anthem on Saturday when the New Jersey Devils take on the Washington Capitals. She has already performed at ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- Summit Public Schools hosted nearly 100 attendees at the District’s Strategic Planning General Session on Wednesday, October 16, in the Summit High School cafeteria.Through the facilitation of The Madison Institute, attendees received an overview of the strategic planning process, ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Incumbent Democrats James Baker, Alexander Mirabella and Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded are vying against Republican challengers Jeanne Kingsley, Mary O’Connor and Michael Petrucci in the Nov. 5 general election for three-year terms on the Union County Board of Commissioners.Get to ...
SUMMIT, NJ – From start to finish, second-seeded Summit was too much for No.10 Union. Senior forward Joelle Ma tallied six total points (two goals, two assists) on the day and the host Hilltoppers rolled, beating the Farmers Thursday, 7-1, in the quarterfinals of the Union County Girls Soccer ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — As the Nov. 5 general election approaches, county residents have a variety of ways to vote and a race for Union County Commissioners to consider. Follow the guide below to learn about the commissioner candidates and their perspectives on county-related issues, and where and when ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- Get ready for some music in downtown Summit on Friday. Neighbors can share in the good times on Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. as musicians will be scattered throughout town sharing their talents with the community. Don't miss the chance to enjoy some outdoor dining, live music and late ...