Tag: Spotswood

  • Spotswood Boy Scout creates ‘little libraries’ for Eagle project

    Spotswood Boy Scout creates ‘little libraries’ for Eagle project

    SPOTSWOOD–Giving residents more access to all genres of literature, Boy Scout Jonathan Wasserman of Spotswood Troop 35 is building three “Little Free Libraries” for his Eagle Scout project. Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization that inspires a love of reading, builds community and sparks creativity by fostering neighborhood book exchanges around the world, according…

  • Spotswood Office on Aging will hold CPR class on Oct. 15

    Spotswood Office on Aging will hold CPR class on Oct. 15

    The Spotswood Office on Aging will hold a cardiopulmonary resuscitation training class instructed by Police Sgt. Ed Schapley from 1-3 p.m. on Oct. 15 at the Senior Center, 1 Arlington Ave., Suite 401. This class is free to Spotswood seniors who are registered with the Office on Aging. Registration for the class is mandatory by…

  • Spotswood Office on Aging creates senior mentorship program with school

    Spotswood Office on Aging creates senior mentorship program with school

    SPOTSWOOD–Creating an opportunity for seniors and fifth graders to connect, the Spotswood Office on Aging (OOA) and E. Raymond Appleby Elementary School co-launched the Cross Age Mentor Program (CAMP). Spotswood Office on Aging Director Donna Faulkenberry said (CAMP) is still in its infancy but for now, the OOA has scheduled seniors to visit Appleby School…

  • Grants fund learning courtyard, little free libraries in Spotswood

    Grants fund learning courtyard, little free libraries in Spotswood

    SPOTSWOOD – Memorial Middle School was awarded one of the largest grants the Spotswood Education Foundation (SEF) has ever given out to create the Spotswood Education Foundation Outdoor Learning Courtyard. The area was renovated over the summer to create an area that teachers and students can conduct outdoor classes. The total amount of the grant…

  • Spotswood Recreation 5K, 1-Mile Fun Run to be held Sept. 14

    Spotswood Recreation 5K, 1-Mile Fun Run to be held Sept. 14

    Spotswood Recreation will hold its annual 5K & Fun Run on Sept. 14 at Spotswood High School, 105 Summerhill Road, Spotswood. One-mile Fun Run begins at 8:30 a.m. 5K begins at 8:45 a.m. for walkers and 9 a.m. for runners. Both races are flat courses that begin and end at Spotswood High. Visit www.Spotswood5K.com for details and…

  • Spotswood’s former EMS director files tort claim naming borough administrator

    Spotswood’s former EMS director files tort claim naming borough administrator

    SPOTSWOOD – David Nichols, who resigned as Spotswood’s director of emergency medical services (EMS) earlier this year, has filed a tort claim notice alleging Business Administrator Dawn McDonald has committed acts of misconduct and harassment, and created a hostile work environment. Attorney Gina Longarzo, who is representing Nichols, said the tort claim, which was filed…

  • American Legion Post 253 to hold steak dinner on Aug. 24

    American Legion Post 253 to hold steak dinner on Aug. 24

    American Legion Post 253 will hold a steak dinner from 4-7 p.m. Aug. 24 at the post, 50 Devoe Ave., Spotswood. Menu includes ribeye steak cooked to order, baked potato, corn on the cob and tossed salad. Cash bar. Pre-sale is $20 per person, or $25 at the door if available. Proceeds benefit American Legion…

  • American Legion Post 253 poker run set for Sept. 14

    American Legion Post 253 poker run set for Sept. 14

    American Legion Post 253 will hold its annual James McKenna Memorial Poker Run and Pig Roast on Sept. 14 at the post, 50 Devoe Ave., Spotswood. Sign-in will be from 9-11 a.m. The party is from noon to 6 p.m. Music by Southern Steel. There will be food, entertainment and vendors. Donation is $20. Call…

  • Spotswood police to hold pig roast on Sept. 7

    Spotswood police to hold pig roast on Sept. 7

    The Spotswood Police Department will holds its fourth annual pig roast at 3 p.m. on Sept. 7 at the Maple Street Pavilion in Helmetta. Rain date is Sept. 8.