Month: June 2017

Local Karate Studio ‘Goes Green’

Posted on June 23, 2017 by

Soo Bahk Do Karate of Gillette has recently made the commitment to eliminate all toxins and chemicals from its studio at 630 Valley Road. As of June 1st they no longer use any of the harsh and dangerous chemical cleaners…

Distinguished Alumni Shine at Annual Kean University Ceremony

Posted on June 22, 2017 by

JoeRenna Posted in Scotch Plains Monthly

Five Kean University alumni, including Dr. M. Ann Walko of Scotch Plains, were honored on Sunday, April 23, at the Alumni Association’s annual Distinguished Alumni Award event held at the North Avenue Academic Building. The recipients of the 2017 Distinguished…

What, Where, and When in Old Kenilworth – Historic Street Names

Posted on June 22, 2017 by

JoeRenna Posted in Kenilworth

Several weeks ago, the Borough installed twelve new street signs commemorating over 200 years of local history. The project was coordinated by Lt. Wayne Fennes of the Kenilworth Police Department, with installations by the Kenilworth Department of Public Works. The…

Masterful Advice:

Posted on June 22, 2017 by

JoeRenna Posted in Spirit of Union

Broadway Star Billy Porter Gives Students at Kean Receive Career Career Advice Billy Porter has presence. That’s one thing the Broadway star made clear to the Kean University students who attended his master class in April. “You have to stand…