Summit’s SQR Artisan Pizza, Kanibal & Co., and BarBacoa Offer New Flavors, Unique Gifts, and Fresh Looks This Summer

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As summer continues in downtown Summit, local businesses are serving up fresh experiences for residents and visitors alike. SQR Artisan Pizza, known for its handcrafted pizzas, has recently introduced authentic gelato, a specialty crafted under the guidance of Paolo, an expert who traveled from Italy to teach the art and history behind the frozen treat. The pizzeria’s new artisanal gelato machine is now ready for service, offering seasonal flavors soon to include vegan options. In addition to gelato, SQR offers fresh salads, Italian entrees, subs, and a variety of traditional dishes, aiming...

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The Summit Foundation Awards Over $185,000 in Scholarships to Local Students

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By Tom Mizisko The Summit Foundation is proud to announce the awarding of over $185,000 in scholarships to more than 60 students in the Summit, NJ area this year, empowering them to pursue higher education. Every year, the Foundation partners with generous donors to provide financial support that helps students cover not only tuition but the many other costs of college life, such as books, dorm supplies, and living expenses. This support allows students to attend schools of their choice, to live on campus, and to take on fewer student loans. “Before I even applied to colleges, I remember how...

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Cover Feature — Jersey Garbage Can Cleaners

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Name: Micah Kamesar Position: Co-Owner Business Address: PO Box 54 Garwood, NJ Hours: 9-7 PM M-F Phone Number: 908 617 3101 Website: jerseygarbagecancleaners.com Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/jerseygarbagecancleaners/, https://www.facebook.com/JerseyGarbageCanCleaners/ Congratulations on your business servicing the local community! Tell us briefly about Jersey Garbage Can Cleaners. We are a Cranford-based curbside garbage can and dumpster cleaning company, one of the first in the state. Our company services residents and businesses in Union, Somerset, Morris, and Essex Counties, keeping...

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Reeves-Reed Arboretum Moves Closer to Accessibility Milestone with Support from Community Funders

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Reeves-Reed Arboretum is proud to share significant progress on A Path for All, its transformative accessibility initiative designed to ensure that every visitor—regardless of mobility, visual, auditory, or neurodivergent challenges—can fully experience the beauty and serenity of the Arboretum’s gardens and grounds. We’ve made meaningful progress on several key fronts, and we’re incredibly grateful for the generosity and commitment of so many in our Arboretum family who have helped us reach this point,” shared Jackie Kondel, Executive Director of Reeves-Reed Arboretum. “Thanks to the support...

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Social Gatherings Connect Lantern Hill’s Priority List Members

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Priority List members can meet future neighbors and connect with current residents through engaging, social events By Gregory J. Alexander Vivian Lee realized that it was time to sell her 100-year-old house when her longtime handyman retired. “It was an old house, and I did not want to take care of it by myself,” she recalls. So, she began researching a few 55-plus communities near her house in Madison, NJ — until a friend pointed out that, eventually, she would have to move again if she needed more support in the future. “I wanted this to be my last move,” said Vivian, whose search was quickly...

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Top 10 Medical Essentials to Pack for Your Summer Vacation

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By Saint Clare’s Health Whether you are heading to the Jersey shore, the mountains, or abroad, packing smart for a summer getaway means thinking beyond flip-flops and sunscreen. A well-stocked travel health kit can be the difference between a minor hiccup and a vacation-ruining emergency. Here are the top ten medical items to bring on your summer vacation to keep your trip smooth, safe, and stress-free. 1. Enough plus extra Prescription Medications – Start with the basics: any daily prescription medications for you or your family members. Bring enough for your entire trip plus a few extra days...

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Terms You Need to Know For 2025 ‘Open Enrollment’

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Open enrollment season is just around the corner. For most, this is the only time of year when you have a chance to make changes to your employee benefits package, including your health insurance. (The exception is if you experience a qualifying event, including but not limited to marriage, divorce, having a baby, etc.). To ensure you’re maximizing your benefits, it’s important to understand the different terms and acronyms you are likely to encounter as you review your health insurance options. Here is an overview of some of the most common enrollment terms. Premiums. Any form of insurance...

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