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Hometown Heroes Program Accepting Applications through March

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 6, 2024. Posted in SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

The City of Summit is announcing that enrollment is now open for its 2024 Hometown Heroes program. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2024. This will be the seventh year for the successful program that displays banners with the names, images, and dates of service of active military members and veterans on city streets from mid-May through mid-August. An individual qualifies to take part in the Hometown Heroes program if they are serving or have served in any one of the following branches of the United States Armed Forces: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard,Marines, and Navy. Members of the United...

Maple Magic: Exploring Maple Sugaring at Reeves-Reed Arboretum

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 6, 2024. Posted in Cover Feature, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Prepare to embark on a captivating journey through the sweet wonders of maple sugaring at Reeves-Reed Arboretum. In celebration of nature’s bounty and the cherished tradition of turning sap into liquid gold, the Arboretum will be hosting a delightful Maple Sugaring Festival that promises fun, education, and a taste of pure sweetness. The day’s activities will include exploring the Arboretum’s woodland trails, partaking in the Maple Sugaring Challenge, demonstrations and activities, a winter story trail and art exhibit, hot cocoa, maple vendors, and more! By taking part in the Maple Sugaring...

New Jersey’s Missy Rodriguez Recognized During the 2024 Rose Parade in Pasadena

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 6, 2024. Posted in SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

On New Year’s Day, liver transplant recipient Missy Rodriguez of Short Hills, NJ, was part of the world’s most visible campaign to inspire organ and tissue donation as she served as a float rider on OneLegacy’s Donate Life Rose Parade float in Pasadena, CA. Missy was selected to ride on the float by NJ Sharing Network, the federally designated non-profit organization responsible for the recovery of donated organs and tissue for transplant in the Garden State. “Being part of the Rose Parade was an overwhelming experience. I was honored to meet countless incredible people and spread our message...

ORGAN DONATION IN NEW JERSEY Reached a New Record High in 2023

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 6, 2024. Posted in SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

NJ Sharing Network reports 715 organs were transplanted marking fifth consecutive year of record growth (NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ) – Carolyn M. Welsh, President and CEO of NJ Sharing Network, the federally designated non-profit organization focused on saving and enhancing lives through the recovery of donated organs and tissue in the Garden State, announced the number of organs transplanted in a single year reached an all-time high of 715 in 2023. This marks a significant 7% increase over the previous record of 670 organs transplanted in 2022. It is also the fifth consecutive year NJ Sharing Network...

SUMMIT DOWNTOWN, INC. RECEIVES 2023 MAIN STREET AMERICA ACCREDITATION

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 6, 2024. Posted in SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Summit Downtown, Inc. (SDI) has been designated as an Accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of Accredited programs to recognize their exceptional commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main Street Approach™. “We are very proud to acknowledge this year’s 862 Accredited Main Street America programs, and their steadfast dedication to nurture economically and culturally vibrant downtown districts,” said Hannah White, Interim President...

High School Hoopfest Raises $110K for Scholarship Fund for Inner-City Children

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 6, 2024. Posted in SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

The Scholarship Fund for Inner-City Children’s (SFIC) High School Hoopfest returned for its 20th anniversary at the Roselle Catholic High School gym on January 6, 2024. The event featured an exciting day of basketball and raised $110,000 to support partial-tuition assistance scholarships for underprivileged students attending Archdiocese of Newark Catholic schools. Almost 600 spectators watched three competitive games among teams from five schools within the Archdiocese: Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child in Summit, Hudson Catholic Regional High School in Jersey City, Seton Hall Prep in West...

AV Luxury Design Brings You “One Touch” Smart Home

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on December 31, 2023. Posted in Local Business Profile, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Your Name: Abiola Amusan Company name: AV Luxury Design Your position: Principal Phone number: 646-201-3841 Email: abiola@avluxurydesign.com Social Media: instagram – avluxurydesign website: avluxurydesign.com Congrats on your business and also on the way to becoming a new dad! Tell us a little bit about your family. Thank you! This is indeed an exhilarating phase in our lives, filled with both personal joy and professional growth. My wife and I first crossed paths over a decade ago at our previous job, where we quickly developed a close friendship. On my...

Festive Shopping Season — Shop Local Special Summit VISA Gift Card Giveaway!

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on November 27, 2023. Posted in SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Summit Downtown, Inc. (SDI) is pleased to announce an exciting promotion for holiday shoppers! The highly sought-after Summit VISA Gift Card is set to soar in popularity with SDI’s introduction of a special giveaway card program, perfectly timed for the festive shopping season. Here’s the deal: for every $50 spent by a customer on Summit VISA Gift Cards, they will receive an additional $10 in Summit VISA Gift Cards completely free of charge! Planning to purchase a $100 gift? Grab a Summit VISA Gift Card and enjoy a bonus $20 gift card for yourself! Please note that the maximum limit per customer...

Annual Toys for Tots Holiday Toy Drive

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on November 27, 2023. Posted in SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

The Summit Policemen’s Benevolent Association #55 (PBA) and Summit Firefighters Mutual Benevolent Association #54 (FMBA) are hosting the annual United States Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots holiday toy drive beginning Monday, November 13, through Friday, December 15. To participate, bring new and unwrapped toys to the donation boxes at the following Summit locations during normal business hours between November 13 and December 15: Summit Police Headquarters at City Hall (512 Springfield Avenue) Summit Fire Department (396 Broad Street) Summit Community Center (100 Morris Avenue) Summit High...