by Special to Local Life | Aug 14, 2023 | Somerset-Hunterdon Counties
High Bridge resident, Lauren Welch, wanted to do something special for mothers who have had a pregnancy loss after she experienced her own in June 2022 and February 2023. After receiving a care bag after her loss, she was inspired to collect donations and assembled...
by Special to Local Life | Aug 2, 2023 | Union County
Martin P. Melilli, board chair, announced that the United Way of Greater Union County (UWGUC) has appointed nonprofit leader, Julienne Cherry, president and CEO of the organization, effective June 19. Cherry will succeed Elisse Glennon, who has served as UWGUC’s...
by Special to Local Life | Jul 31, 2023 | Somerset-Hunterdon Counties
Hunterdon Medical Center among best in the nation at serving its patients and community, according to health care think tank Hunterdon Medical Center has been recognized by the Lown Institute for outstanding social responsibility, receiving an “A” grade on the...
by Special to Local Life | Jul 31, 2023 | Union County
Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe and the Rahway City Council are excited to announce the return of the Mayor’s Summer Concert Series on Thursdays through Aug. 24 in front of the Union County Performing Arts Center, located at 1601 Irving St. These free performances feature a...
by Special to Local Life | Jul 24, 2023 | Staten Island
Through its compassionate and person-centered care, Constructive Partnerships Unlimited helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities reach exciting new heights. New York City-based Constructive Partnerships Unlimited (CPU) was founded in 1946 to...
by Special to Local Life | Jul 24, 2023 | Staten Island
Try Hard Fitness was established in the loving memory of Richard D. Norman, the father of business owner and fitness coach Rachel Norman. He was an honorable veteran of the Vietnam War, a dedicated corrections officer for decades, and most importantly, a...
by Special to Local Life | Jul 24, 2023 | Middlesex County
One of the longest-standing comic shops in New Jersey — has debuted its newly expanded, fully renovated store. After purchasing the dual-business commercial building earlier this year, founder and owner Michael Pfeifer took over the entire building, more than doubling...
by Special to Local Life | Jul 14, 2023 | Lehigh Valley
From baking to poetry, there is something for everyone to showcase their Celtic talents The Celtic Cultural Alliance (CCA) is excited to announce annual contests at the Celtic Classic, to be held Sept. 22-24, that everyone can be a part of and celebrate their Celtic...
by Special to Local Life | Jul 10, 2023 | Union County
The Elizabeth Resolutes are looking for players. The league is perfect for those who enjoy baseball, history, or both. The team plays vintage baseball, as it was contested in the mid to late 19th century. The Resolutes play with no gloves, wood bats, period-correct...
by Special to Local Life | Jul 6, 2023 | Union County
The Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA will be offering half-day programs for children ages 2.5-3 during the school year The Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA will offer half-day preschool readiness programs for children ages 2.5-3. The programs are designed to educate, engage and...
