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Family Fun Night in Downtown Summit Families just want to have fun!

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 2, 2024. Posted in Cover Feature, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

And did they ever at last Thursday’s annual Family Fun Night (FNN) held in Summit. Hosted by Summit Downtown (SDI), FNN was back and better than ever, with a carnival-themed kid zone transforming Beechwood Road and Bank Street. Local neighbors and residents from nearby communities shared a fun-filled evening that featured an exciting lineup of activities and entertainment. As part of the attraction, all activities were free and included promotions and interactions from many of downtown Summit’s family-friendly businesses. ...

Graduation Day!

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 2, 2024. Posted in Cover Feature, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Summit’s senior class of 2024 celebrated graduation day from Summit High School in a ceremony held at Investors Bank Field at Tatlock Park. The names of the graduates were called by Class Vice President Emily Griffith, Class President Emma Heimple and Class Secretary Maeve McTernan. The diplomas were presented by Principal Stacy Grimaldi, Superintendent of Schools Scott Hough, and Walidah Justice, president of the board of education. A total of 288 students graduated in the Class of 2024. The Class of 2024 honored the following staff members who retire after this year after serving with distinction...

Summit BOE Celebrates Retiring Teachers

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 2, 2024. Posted in Local Education, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Newly retired teachers were celebrated by the Summit Board of Education at its monthly meeting last Thursday. “We celebrate an important milestone in the lives of some remarkable individuals,” said Scott Hough, Superintendent of Schools. “Tonight, we come together to honor and recognize the exceptional contributions of those who are embarking on a new chapter in their lives, retirement. “In this presentation, we will shine a spotlight on the remarkable careers and legacies of those who are retiring from Summit Public Schools. We will dive into their accomplishments, their stories, and...

Overlook Medical Center Earns Honors

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 2, 2024. Posted in Local Health, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Overlook Medical Center, part of Atlantic Health System, again honored standout team members at the hospital’s annual Excellence Awards. The event, which has been held annually for more than two decades, was celebrated this year at Galloping Hill Caterers in Union on June 11. More than two dozen individual and team honorees were recognized thanks to glowing testimonials provided by their peers for going above and beyond their duties in delivering high quality care at Overlook. The awards were presented by members of Overlook’s senior leadership team, with opening remarks delivered by Stephanie...

Grand Opening Week Celebrations at Cranford YMCA Culminates with Open House Event on Saturday, April 27

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on June 4, 2024. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

By Kristy Cerini and Christina Miskewitz The Cranford YMCA, a partnership between the Township of Cranford and the Westfield Area YMCA, is thrilled to announce its grand opening week which will culminate in an Open House event on April 27, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Festivities will kick off with a ribbon cutting on April 23, including the unveiling of the renovated main locker rooms and changing areas, which were the final pieces in the transformation of the facility’s interior. Throughout the week, the Cranford YMCA will offer special perks for members and those who join, as well as giveaways...

The Journey of Teddy the Cat

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on June 4, 2024. Posted in Local Pet, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Family member names Maria DeSantis – Caretaker Type of Breed Ginger Tabby Cat PET’S NAME Teddy MALE OR FEMALE Male PET’s AGE We Don’t know Where/why did you get your pet? My neighbor, Hannah Caicedo and I spotted Teddy behind our building in Westfield last August. We would see him everyday roaming around with an injured leg/ foot. We would see him dragging his foot for months. He wouldn’t come close enough for us to help him. After reading a FB Westfield group post this January about this kitty sleeping outside and injured Hannah and I decided to make a real effort to trap him....

Athletic Achievers

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on June 4, 2024. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Twenty Westfield High School student-athletes signed Letters of Intent with colleges and universities, signifying recognition of the seniors’ accomplishments both academically and athletically. The following student-athletes will continue to compete at the college level: Tomas Cestero, Seton Hall University, Baseball Maxwell Cho, Union College, Football Grace D’Angelo, Franklin & Marshall College, Softball Randal Davis, Rochester University, Baseball Peter Del Re, Union College, Football Gabrielle Demeter, Davidson College, Track & Field Erin Doherty, Salisbury University, Softball Shannon...

Embracing Imperfection: Trusting Motherly Instincts on the Journey of Parenthood

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on June 4, 2024. Posted in Local Mom, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Name Lindsay Kaup Company name The Highland Group at Keller Williams Job Title Real Estate Agent Family (names/ages) Husband, Ken & Son, Carter Pet(s) Fish named Yellow Contact Info (215) 272-4202, Lindsay@LindsayKaup.com How long have you lived here and what brought you to town? We moved to Westfield five years ago because of its reputation as a vibrant community with excellent schools, a strong sense of community, and beautiful surroundings. The town’s convenient location, just a short commute from New York City, also made it an attractive choice for both professional opportunities and...

Strengthening the Cranford Community Through Support and Fundraising

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on June 4, 2024. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Tell us about Project Home of Cranford! Project Home of Cranford is a 501(c)(3) organization that was started in 1988 with the specific purpose of raising funds to be given to Cranford Family Care. This aid is distributed to Cranford residents who are experiencing difficulty paying their rent or mortgage due to financial downturns in their lives caused by illness, job loss, or other unexpected events. Here we are, 36 years later, and this support is needed now as much as ever. The organization consists of dedicated volunteers who contribute their time, talent, and energy to raise the necessary...