Food + Beverage

Summer Boost for Kids

These super simple 3 ingredient popsicles are bursting with berry and chia goodness! Article by Kim and Tina Tiny Sprouts Organic Superseed Boosters are not your regular bag of seeds. Each unique blend is fortified with vegan vitamin D & probiotics, which are essential to the health & well-being of children.  These Berry Chia Popsicles are refreshing, healthy, and delicious - the perfect summertime treat for your little one. Age: 6M+ Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 60 minutes Total Time: 1...

Life + Culture

A Pool of Memories

A grateful community reflects on 73 years of summer fun at Highland Swim Club Article by Terry Azad | Photography by Neal Fitzsimmons and HSC PAGE 1 Almost 75 years ago Jane Britten of Westfield NJ told her husband Stan they needed a pool. Not one that would eat up precious space in their own backyard, heavens no. But one that could be built as a private club for friends and local families to share. Jane was determined, and after convincing Stan, the twosome recruited five other couples to...

Local Services

Who Let The Dogs Out?

Article by Terry Azad | Photography by Craig Smith Before business owner Mike Kelly became affectionately known as "Mike the Dog Guy," his life was marked by deep connections with some unforgettable four-legged companions. First there was Sally, then Buttons, Dreyfus, Oliver, Gordo, and Tuffy—all different breeds and sizes, but equally adored. Tuffy holds a special place in Mike’s heart after he discovered the poor pup living under a crate in the Bronx.  And while Mike may have done the...

Education

Scotch Plains Fanwood Celebrates 2025 Student Standouts

The future is bright as we recognize the achievements of our community's youth Article by Marin Pecarsky | Photography by Provided 1. Janae Barnes – Union County Vocational-Technical School Janae Barnes, a graduating senior at the Academy for Allied Health Sciences (UCVTS), has received the Marie Leppert Scholarship, honoring students who, like Marie, are deeply committed to community service. Janae is president and co-founder of the Black Student Union at UCVTS, a cadet EMT with the South...