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Spectrum donates $25K to Far Rockaway workforce development organization
Sign up for our QNS email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. Spectrum announced a $25,000 donation to a Far Rockaway-based workforce development organization on Tuesday, July 16. The communication service company’s donation supports the Rockaway Development and Revitalization Corporation’s (RDRC) Spectrum Learning...
This Week's Free Food Distribution in Parsippany is on Friday July 19th
MORRISTOWN, NJ - This week's free food distribution will take place in Morristown on Thursday, July 18th from 1pm - 2pm at Bishop Nazery Way (59 Spring Street in Morristown). An additional food distribution will take place on Friday, July 19th in Parsippany at 299 Webro Road from 10:30am - 11:30am.
NJ residents help travel boom after pent up COVID demand, despite pricey airfares
Passaic County travel agent Ruby Stanfield has never seen her phone lines and email inbox so busy. Everyone wants to travel these days. And they’re willing to pay top dollar now to get away. “We have been busy all year long — it’s been crazy since COVID,” said Stanfield,...
Dona Ellamae Franklin, 91, former Chatham resident, beloved school nurse and churchgoer
Dona Ellamae Franklin, 91, of New Providence, and formerly of Chatham, passed away peacefully in the continuing care section of the Lantern Hill Senior Living facility on Saturday, July 13, 2024 in the presence of her loving family. Dona was born on Oct. 30, 1932, at home in East Bangor,...
BANK HIRES NEW TRUST OFFICER
Orange Bank & Trust Company, the banking subsidiary of Orange County Bancorp Inc. recently announced that Cynthia Hand, an attorney, has joined the bank’s Trust Services Division as vice president and trust officer in Goshen, New York. “We are delighted to welcome Cynthia to our team,” said Michael Gilfeather,...
Warwick grad Colby Martin excited to start pro baseball career with Toronto Blue Jays
Up until this point, Colby Martin’s journey in baseball hasn’t been easy. Two-and-a-half years ago, the 2019 Warwick grad had Tommy John surgery on his right elbow. The hard-throwing pitcher rehabilitated, battled back and agreed to a free agent deal with the San Diego Padres last July, only to see it fall through before signing a contract.
Hanover Twp hosts summit to stop Whippany River flooding
HANOVER TWP - "I'm done with being a gentleman," declared a visibly frustrated East Hanover Mayor Joseph Pannullo. "This is not something that we should be sitting here talking about for two years - to remove a tree. It's ludicrous." Pannullo's remarks, made during a July 17 ''working luncheon'' sponsored...
Cambridge Street in Madison Set to Close End of October 2024
MADISON, NJ - Cambridge Street, which offers cards, stationery, custom invitations and gifts, has announced that they will close at the end of October. The store has been in Madison for the past 12 years. In a Facebook post, the owners said, "we have loved being part of Madison's vibrant...
Verona Concert Rescheduled Due To Inclement Weather
VERONA, NJ - The Township of Verona announced that due to predicted weather conditions, the Neil Diamond and Friends concert at the Verona Civic Center will be rescheduled to August 28. Originally scheduled for Wednesday night, the concert is one of five in Verona’s 20th annual Summer Concert Series. Besides...
Chester Library offers programs for all ages
CHESTER – The Chester Library offers the following programs for patrons of all ages. The library is located at 250 W. Main St. For more information or to register, visit chesterlib.org or call the library at (908) 879-7612. Special Adult Programs • Summer Reading Program will be held throughout July and August, with two chances to win a $1,000 gift card. Participants read a book, briefly summarize the plot, and say if they like it or not. The first drawing is July 31; the second, Aug. 31. Ongoing Adult Programs • Classic Yoga – evening, 6 p.m. Thursday, July 25. Join Danielle for a gentle yoga in the Larison Room. Participants should bring a yoga mat, towel and beverage. • Just Write, 9:45 am, Thursday, July 18. All writers, from beginners to experienced, are invited to join. • Knitting Group, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, July 24 and 31. • Mah Jongg. noon, Tuesday, July 23. All levels are welcomed. • Jewelry Making for Adults, 11 a.m. Monday, July 22. Participants can design their own bracelet or necklace with beautiful colored beads. • Bunco, 11 a.m. Thursday, July 25. Children and Teen Programs • Summer Reading Program. This program encourages reading for pleasure and helps maintain reading skills during the summer months. For more details stop by the library or check our website at chesterlib.org. Children’s Programs • Preschool Story Time, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Tuesdays, July 23 and 30. For all preschoolers. • 3rd & 4th Grade Book Club, 4 to 4:45 p.m. Tuesdays, July 23 and 30. The club will be reading “Kid Spy: The Sound of Danger.” Books will be provided at the first session. • Cinderella, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, July 18. Cinderella will visit the library to share a story, sing some songs and make a craft. • Puppet Show: “Aesop’s Fables,” 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 24. For kids kindergarten through fourth grade. This performance by Robert Rogers Puppet Company will include several familiar tales. • Chemical Wizardry, 3 to 4 p.m. Thursday, July 25. For ages 6 to 12. This program features demonstrations and some hands-on make and take experiments. • Wildlife Show, 2 to 2:45 p.m. Monday, July 29. For ages 4 and older. This presentation features up-close view of live animals from around the world. Tween and Teen Programs • Improv Workshop, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 24. For kids 10 to 14. Actor-educator Emily Vorp from Stage-a-Story will lead an hour of improvised fun with engaging acting games and made-up scenes. • Jewelry Workshop: Friendship Bracelets, 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 31. For kids in grades 4 through 12.
Madison To Hold July Board of Ed Meeting July 23
MADISON, NJ - The Madison Board of Education is scheduled to take place July 23. The public session will take place at 7pm. Zoom Webinar Links:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84172062871?pwd=gFIAcHNh89lfrArERYaSdhPKiaCjeF.1 Passcode: 757090. Sign Up for FREE Madison Newsletter. Get local news you can trust in your inbox. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and...
Sparta Township Council Narrowly Approves 1st Reading of Funding for Master Plan Review
SPARTA, NJ – The first reading of an ordinance to fund the master plan review narrowly passed after much discussion. Ordinance 24-08 was opposed by Josh Hertzberg, supported by Mayor Neill Clark, Deputy Mayor Dean Blumetti and Councilman Dan Chiariello. Councilwoman Christine Quinn abstained. The ordinance provides $300,000 to...
Top 3 Lehigh Valley-area concerts: LoCash, Jethro Tull’s Martin Barre and a Sex Pistols tribute
The top 3 Lehigh Valley-area concerts this week bring some celebrated acts to town from various corners of the music world. First, a country duo who have not only hit the charts with their own songs, but also as cowriters on hits by Keith Urban and Tim McGraw, LOCASH come out to The Univest Performance Center.
Social media street racer 'Squeeze.benz' charged in a string of NJ burglaries
Antonio Ginestri of Queens, New York, known by his thousands of online followers as "Squeeze.benz," was charged Tuesday in a string of robberies that took place around North Jersey earlier this year. At around 1:56 a.m. on Feb. 6, Fairfield police officers were dispatched for a burglary to the Speedway...
Jean M. Pfundstein, 86, formerly of Chatham, educator and friend to many
Jean M. Pfundstein, 86, formerly of Chatham, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 1, 2024, at Morristown Medical Center following a brief illness. Born on November 23, 1937, in Queens, N.Y., Jean was the second daughter of the late William and Anna (Schumacher) Hoenighausen. She received her early education at Sacred Heart Academy in Glendale, N.Y., and graduated from Grover Cleveland High School in Ridgewood, N.Y. Jean worked for several years until marrying Robert G Pfundstein on June 10, 1961. They were married for 46 years living in Singapore and Chatham before retiring to Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. and the Delaware shore.
Pedestrian seriously injured after being hit by vehicle on Route 206
A pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck Thursday morning on Route 206 in Morris County. The man was hit in the area of the 7-Eleven in the Flanders section of Mount Olive just after 6:30 a.m., the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office said. He was flown to a hospital....
The Show Must Go On: Back in the Day to Take Stage for Resheduled Concert Tonight
TOTOWA, NJ - With last night's concert canceled due to weather, it's a Rock & Roll Thursday in Totowa tonight. Back in the Day is set to take the stage at the Municipal Front Lawn, 537 Totowa Road, for their rescheduled show. Starting at 7:00 p.m., lead singer Brian Glesias,...
Madison Philanthropic Educational Association awards STAR Scholarship
MADISON – Madison High School graduate Erin Sullivan was awarded the Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO) STAR Scholarship by Lissa Anderson of Chapter AB of Madison during the school’s award ceremony Thursday, June 6. The STAR Scholarship is awarded to accomplished young women graduating high school who are pursuing...
Tonight's Severe Thunderstorm Watch and Excessive Heat Warning Includes Morristown Area
MORRISTOWN, NJ - A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Morris County until 8pm, Wednesday July 17, according to the National Weather Service. A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 4pm, stated the weather authority. Some of the storms could be severe and produce heavy rainfall.
Rockaway Valley Garden Club awards scholarships to three high school graduates
ROCKAWAY – The Rockaway Valley Garden Club (RVGC) has awarded its Arlene Persson Memorial Scholarship to three recent students who attend Mountain Lakes High School in recognition of their horticultural and/or environmental activities. Ryan Lalani was awarded $1,500 for his outstanding horticultural projects for the town and school gardens,...
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