By Jennifer Ersalesi Hosting the National Commander of the American Legion on Saturday, May 9th was a great honor for Rutherford's American Legion Post 109. The American Legion welcomed National Commander Dan K. Wiley at their location during a special program. The food was provided by Ferazzoli's Italian Kitchen and sponsored by the Rutherford Chamber of Commerce and Dan Meredith Allstate Agency. National Commander Dan K. Wiley was accompanied by National Executive Commit

By Jennifer Ersalesi Since the devastating loss of their beloved Temple, Temple Beth El, Rabbi Yitschok Lerman, his wife Bina Lerman, their family, and their congregation have been holding services and programs in a different location. However, during that time they have been working together to find a way to rebuild their Temple and home. In just a few weeks, they will hold a special fundraiser at the Woman's Club of Rutherford. This is Rutherford interviewed Rabbi and B

Submitted by the Rutherford Green Team Do you have well-loved things around your house that don’t work but that you just don’t have the heart to throw away? Before you toss that troublesome toaster or wing that wobbly wooden chair or lob that flickering lamp, bring it to Rutherford’s next Repair Cafe! The Rutherford Green Team will hold its fifteenth Repair Cafe on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 11:30am - 3:30 pm in the basement of the Rutherford Public Library at 150 Park Ave

By Jennifer Ersalesi Rutherford FC is a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting its soccer players learn about sportsmanship while developing their skills. The coaches, parents, and players all work together to make this organization thrive and grow. This is Rutherford spoke to Michael McCaugherty, Rutherford FC Board member, and Chuck Olivo, Rutherford FC President to learn more about this non-profit organization. TIR also received feedback from many of the young

By Jennifer Ersalesi For over twelve years, Rutherford High School Junior, Sophia Clossey, has been an active member of the Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey. She began her journey as a Daisy Scout when she was in Kindergarten. Currently, she is an Ambassador Scout working on the highest award a Girl Scout can achieve, the Gold Award. This is Rutherford interviewed Sophia to learn more about her dedication to the Girl Scouts, her Gold Award projects, and her goals for th

By Jennifer Ersalesi TED talk speakers, from various fields and backgrounds, share ideas, life and career experiences, and so much more. On May 6th from 6 pm until 9 pm there will be a TEDx Rutherford event at the Williams Center of Rutherford. This event is open to the public and will feature presentations by Mildred Mihlon, President of Felician University, Doug Hoffman, Eternal Optimist & F.I.R.E. Obsessed, Jack Hurley, Superintendent of Rutherford Schools, Joe Praino, Te

By Jennifer Ersalesi Rutherford's Board of Health has existed for 125 years. It currently consists of seven members and two alternate members who are appointed by the Mayor and Council. They volunteer their time to assist the Rutherford Health Department. Their mission, as stated on the Borough website, is "To prevent the spread of communicable diseases, to safeguard the health and equity of all people, and to offer efficient public health services and education to Rutherf

By Jennifer Ersalesi The Lions Club of Rutherford is an organization that serves the community in so many ways, including providing free vision screenings, supporting non-profit organizations such as the Kip Center, first responders such as the Rutherford Police Department, providing large print books to the Rutherford Public Library, Relay for Life, and so much more. "On Saturday, May 2, 2026, our club is hosting its 5th Annual GREAT DUCK DERBY. This family event will inc

By Jennifer Ersalesi Over the next three months, there are many visual, practical, and performing arts events at all of the schools within the Borough. Please see the list below. Kindergarten Center Washington School Lincoln School June 9th at 6 pm Spring Music Concert - Washington Elementary School May 14th at 6 pm Art Show June 10th Music Concert 6 pm - Grade 1 7 pm - Grade 2 8 pm- Grade 3 May 20th at 6 pm Art Show June 3rd Music Concert 6 pm- Grade 1 7 pm - Grade 2 8 pm

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Jennifer Ersalesi This past Saturday, April 11th, 2026, the Rutherford Little League Baseball Juniors, Majors, AAA, AA, and Tee-Ball teams and the Rutherford Little League Softball Juniors, Majors, and AAA teams proudly held up signs as they participated in the parade. They traveled from Springfield Ave to Diamond 4 at Memorial Field where they all joined together accompanied by Rutherford Fire engines and Rutherford First-Aid ambulances.

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Borough of Rutherford Over the past few months, children and young adults in the community submitted their artwork to the Borough to be displayed on art banners throughout the Borough. The theme of this year's submissions was "Celebrating Our Nation's 250th Birthday". Rutherford Arts Council Board members, Genesee Orlowicz and Sarah Orlowicz, partnered with the Borough to coordinate this project. These Youth Art Banners are currently o

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Dan Meredith On Thursday, March 26th, the Rutherford Chamber of Commerce invited the community to their new home in the Rutherford Train Station. The Rutherford Historic Preservation Society, the Meadowlands Museum, and local Rutherford historian Billy Neumann set up an informative exhibit about the history of the Rutherford Train Station and included other Rutherford memorabilia as well. Lifelong resident, Rutherford EMS volunteer sinc

Submitted by: Ghazal Kanwal Rutherford has reinstated the Ramadan Crescent Lighting after two years since 2024. The lighting stands as a symbol for the month of Ramadan and the values the month celebrates, such as self-reflection, charity, compassion, forgiveness, and self-discipline. It is a time where Muslims in our town fast from pre-sunrise to sunset. The Ramadan Farewell event in conjunction with the lighting will occur at the Rutherford Public Library Plaza on Thursda

By Jennifer Ersalesi Now that March is here, it is about the time that families begin considering options for summer camps and summer programs. There are a number of different opportunities in Rutherford and in neighboring towns for children and young adults to socialize, learn, and have fun. Kiddie Academy located at 306 Union Ave in Rutherford is offering a summer camp from July 1st through August 27th. See the flyer below for more details. JDK Social Station , located

By Jennifer Ersalesi The New Jers​​​ey High School Consumer Bowl is an educational competition for high school students across the state. It was established in 1997 to educate young adults on a variety of consumer issues. Students from Rutherford High School have participated in this competition for many years and over the last few years, including this year, they were named Consumer Bowl County Champs. Teacher team leader, Ms. Cheryl Bott, explained, " Kids work really har

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Nicholas Yee Photography Based on the 1984 hit movie Footloose , the musical Footloose will bring the same story to the RHS stage this upcoming weekend, March 13-15. Teenager Ren McCormack and his family move from Chicago to a small town, Bomont, where the the minister has forbidden dancing and rock music. Ren brings his peers together to fight for their right to dance and in doing so unites his community. This is Rutherford interviewe

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Erin Ersalesi This past weekend, the Friends of the Library hosted one of their most popular events the Mini-Golf Fundraiser, presented by BCB Bank and Brosnan + Clark Orthodontics. This 18-hole mini golf event was set up throughout the Library by various local businesses and community organizations. Each hole had a special theme with unique decorations. On Friday, 3/6, there was an adult session with drinks, snacks and DJ sets and on

Submitted by Tricia Perrotti, Felician University Felician University invites you to join us for an inspiring evening of conversation and book signing with Sister Helen Prejean, acclaimed author of Dead Man Walking —the powerful book that became an award-winning film. As we enter Women’s History Month under the theme “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future,” we are honored to welcome Sr. Helen, who truly embodies this year’s focus. Her lifelong advocacy ref

By Jennifer Ersalesi The 9th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade presented and organized by the Rutherford Irish-American Association will take place on Sunday, March 1st at 1 pm. The parade travels the length of the Park Avenue from Woodland Ave to the review stand at the corner of Park Ave and Ames Ave. As in years past, various groups and organizations from Rutherford and local areas will march in the parade. Pipe and Drum bands, Parade Dignitaries, Fire and Police departmen

By Jennifer Ersalesi One of the community's favorite winter activities, the Friends of the Library's Mini Golf event at the Rutherford Public Library is coming up in a couple of weeks on Friday, March 6th and Saturday, March 7th. This is Rutherford interviewed Friends of the Library member, Rosemary Jorda, about this upcoming event. TIR: Who are the Friends of the Library? Rosemary Jorda: Friends of the Library of Rutherford supports the programs and activities at our local