Author: JoeRenna

North Plainfield girl scouts join together with scouts across America in wake of tragedy

Submitted by Donnetta Chambers  On Saturday, November 3, 2018, three Girl Scouts and their leader were lost in a tragic hit and run motor vehicle accident involving an intoxicated driver in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin.  One Girl Scout is currently hospitalized

Park Commission Seeks 2019 Junior Rangers

The Somerset County Parks Commission Park Rangers are seeking young people ages 6-12 to participate in the Junior Ranger Program. Children who enjoy hiking, discovering wildlife, and are interested in learning more about the environment and its inhabitants are perfect

Summit Fire Department Honored by Burn Center

The Summit Fire Department was recently honored by the Burn Center at Saint Barnabas Medical Center for its rescue efforts at the December 31, 2017 fire in Summit, NJ. On arrival at the scene, fire department personnel were met with

Jerry Rice named ‘Marine of the Year’

Mountainside resident Jerry Rice was honored during the Marine Corps Birthday Ball held on November 9th, 2018 at the Pantagis Renaissance in Scotch Plains, NJ. Jerry was honored as the ‘Marine of the Year’ from the Central Jersey Leatherneck Detachment of

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