Sunday, January 13, 2013
Here's a look at some of the stories that made headlines throughout Union County for the week of Jan. 6-12.
Clark [VIDEO] Watch Clark's Appearance on Terry Bradshaw's 'Today in America' Clark's television debut is here. The town's appearance on NFL commentator and former player Terry Bradshaw's "Today in America" infomercial series was recently completed and is available on the company's YouTube page. The infomercial provides a detailed history of Clark and highlights Clark's rec program, schools and accessibility. The infomercial was filmed in July, and Clark paid $19,800 in fees to produce and air it. The hefty price tag caused some residents to question whether the funds could be better allocated in town. The video features shots of senior and rec activites, the Dr. Robinson Plantation, Clark's senior fitness center, Hyatt Hills golf course…
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Here's a roundup of some of the top stories throughout Union County during the week of Oct. 14-20.
- NEWS
-
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Berkeley Heights Area Leaders to Honor John Pullara, Berkeley Heights Eagle Scout Community leaders, businessmen and Scouters will join together to honor Eagle Scout John Pullara on Oct. 24. John will be receiving the Outstanding Eagle Scout Award in recognition for his dedication to his community and for exemplifying the values of the Boy Scouts of America. Two Charged With Unlawful Possession of Weapon in Berkeley Heights On Oct. 11, Ptl. Ron Desimoni arrested Raheim Williams, 36, of Chambersburg PA, and Jamar Carter, 30, of Manhattan, NY. Neither individual could explain where they had come from or why they were in the area, both exhibiting signs of nervousness. After receiving consent to search the motor vehicle, Ptl. DeSimoni …
Monday, July 16, 2012
Major stories in Patch towns in Union County this past week
Countywide The Union County Homicide Task Force has been continuing work on the investigation into the death of Vera Pecoraro while also working two other active homicide investigations in the county – the shooting death of a Linden teen and the stabbing of a 17-year-old during a large fight in Rahway. Clark Matthew Dorsi, lawyer for Michael and Theodore Pecoraro, says the two are fully cooperating with the investigation into their mother's homicide. Vera Pecoraro was found with her throat slit on Saturday at her home on Rolling Hill Way in Clark. Police say there was no sign of forced entry into the home and they believe she knew her attacker. Cranford Former Cranford Deputy Mayor Ann Darby no longer works for JPMorgan Chase, but the wife…
Monday, June 25, 2012
Major stories in Union County towns covered by Patch for the week of June 18-24, 2012.
- POLICE & FIRE
-
Monday, June 25, 2012
Countywide West Nile virus was detected in mosquito pools in three towns: Summit, Cranford and Clark. Officials detailed efforts to combat the virus — found in four pools out of 63 tested throughout the county — and shared tips for residents. Clark Health Officer Nancy Raymond says the finding is not especially alarming and that there have been positive tests in the township in previous years. Cranford Firefighters from Cranford and surrounding towns battled a 4-alarm fire in a Cranford residence on Sunday afternoon through evening. See the video here. Clark The infamous Clark Bread Bandit has been busted! Clark Det. George Marmarou was out on patrol when he saw a familiar maroon pickup truck drive by him and thought, "That's the guy." …
Sunday, June 24, 2012
SPFHS graduation, a fire on Short Hills Lane, and coverage of the Scotch Plains farmers market were among the top stories on Scotch Plains-Fanwood Patch last week.
It was at least 95 degrees on Thursday evening, but that didn’t stop hundreds of proud parents, dedicated faculty, and close family and friends from packing into the bleachers to watch 369 high school seniors become Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Alumni. You can watch all of the highlights from the graduation ceremony here, and view the photo gallery and read the Valedictorian and Class President addresses here. Nearly an hour and a half after the Scotch Plains Fire Department responded to a residential fire at 6 Short Hills Lane in Scotch Plains, fire fighters from Scotch Plains, Clark, Garwood, and Fanwood were still fighting the flames. Scotch Plains Police stated that the cause of the fire does not appear to be suspicious. Fire …
Sunday, June 17, 2012
Here are the top stories on Scotch Plains-Fanwood Patch last week.
Following the June 5 Primary Election, the Scotch Plains Republican Committee selected former Mayor Martin Marks as its Chairman Monday night. Marks served as the Mayor of Scotch Plains for eight years before running unsuccesfully for Senate, and then Congress. The decision has continued to stir controversy among local readers. Read what your neighbors have to say and voice your opinion here. Courage to Re-connect, a local grassroots organization in favor of consolidating Scotch Plains and Fanwood has announced the dates of two public hearings designed to give community members an opportunity to express their concerns regarding consolidation. This is the last step the organization has to take before presenting their findings to the Local …
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Here are the top stories on Scotch Plains-Fanwood Patch last week.
This week, local residents finally got the opportunity to visit Ponderosa Park. This beautiful new facility on Cooper Road features walking trails, multipurpose fields for soccer or lacrosse, a variety of playground equipment and swings, and a spray fountain in the center of the play area which can be turned on and off by the user. Before you venture out to the new park, make sure you check out Patch's extensive photo gallery here. On the evening of Wednesday, June 6, the New Jersey Division of Taxation assisted by Fanwood Police executed a warrant to seize and shutter the Sun Tavern in Fanwood. A spokesman for the State Treasurer's office stated that the local restaurant had failed to pay sales tax and after two judgements totalling more …
Sunday, June 3, 2012
Here are the top stories on Scotch Plains-Fanwood Patch last week.
-SPF Parents are furious with Statue Cruises after more than 240 Terrill Middle School fifth graders were unable to board the ferry to Ellis Island on Friday. Patch spoke with Liz Maythenyi, a mother of two students who were on the failed field trip, who stated that while Terrill Middle students were patiently waiting to board the boats for their 10 a.m. tour, another large school group waiting behind the students was picked out by a Statue Cruises employee who ushered the chosen group in front of the Terrill students. Dozens of eye witnesses have indicated that the employee in question was Statue Cruises COO Mike Burke. In an interview with a Statue Cruises PR rep, Tegan Firth admitted that a line supervisor had told trip chaperones …
Sunday, May 27, 2012
Here's what made news around the county this past week.
- NEWS
-
Sunday, May 27, 2012
Each week, Patch takes a look back at the news in Union County for the past week. Countywide Hot on the heals of the U.S. News & World Report rankings, Newsweek released its list of the best public high schools in the country, and Union County high schools did quite well. New Providence ranked 224 and Governor Livingston High came in at 498 out of the 1,000 schools that made the grade. Elsewhere around Union County's public schools, Elizabeth High School ranked 217, Summit ranked 251, Cranford ranked 279, Westfield High ranked 352, Jonathan Dayton ranked 584, A.L. Johnson ranked 820 and Scotch Plains/Fanwood ranked 769. Clark Matthew Kent, a 2007 Arthur L. Johnson graduate, was found dead at his home on Hawthorne Drive in Clark on Thursday…
Here are the top stories in Scotch Plains and Fanwood this week. Click the links to read the original articles and see what other readers have to say about these hot button issues
A month after she first announced that she would be leaving her unexpired term as Scotch Plains Mayor, Nancy Malool has officially tendered her resignation. The SP Republican Committee now has less than 15 days to choose three candidates to fill the vacancy. Patch spoke with Deputy Mayor Mary DePaola and Councilman Kevin Glover about the challenges the Council faces moving forward, Malool's departure, and the controversy surrounding her failure to secure the Republican nomination for mayor. On Monday, Newsweek released its list of the best high schools in the country. Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School came in at number 769 with three Union County Vo-tech schools, also located in SP topping the list as well. Union County Magnet High School …
