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

By Jennifer Ersalesi This year the Rutherford High School Swim team had one of its most successful seasons. Hours of practice inside and outside of the pool, teamwork, and true Bulldog grit enabled Rutherford's swimmers to break records and make it all the way to the state sectionals. This is Rutherford interviewed RHS swim coach, Steve Dunn, to find out more about the team's incredible season. TIR: This year's boys' and girls' swim teams have been very successful.  Just

Submitted by Steven Drapkin On March 5th, the Speak and Lead Toastmasters will host a Plant Your Seed for Growth Open House . This free event Is open to the public and will take place in Sammartino Hall, Room # 31 at Felician University, 257 Montross Ave from 7:00-8:30 p.m. The Speak & Lead Toastmasters Open House invites residents, professionals, and students to kick off 2026 with renewed confidence at its Plant Your Seed for Growth Open House, an evening designed to help a

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Mackenzie and Krista Vellis Mackenzie Vellis Rutherford High School Senior, Mackenzie Vellis, has been a lifelong athlete. Her dedication and persistence throughout the years has enabled her to become a record-breaking high school athlete. This is Rutherford interviewed Mackenzie to learn more about her high school athletic career. TIR: How long have you been playing sports?  Do you have a favorite?  Mackenzie Vellis: I have been play

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Lia Abrams During the month of January, schools, non-profit organizations, and community groups often find ways to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr and his commitment to kindess and compassion. Last month, Troop 166 and the Mission Committee at the First Presbyterian Church combined efforts to work on a special service project. This is Rutherford interviewed Lia Abrams who helped organize this project. TIR : You played a p

By Jennifer Ersalesi Rutherford High School Senior Brandon Fedarick has been bowling with the Rutherford High School Bowling team for the last few years. This past year Brandon has been acknowledged for many accomplishments, including breaking the Bergen County Bowling Series record last weekend. This is Rutherford interviewed Brandon to learn more about his high school bowling career up to this point. TIR: How long have you been bowling? Brandon Fedarick: I have been b

By Jennifer Ersalesi Throughout the year, the Rutherford Arts Council hosts a number of different arts events that are open to the public. In September, the RAC presented the first community-wide talent show, Rutherford's Got Talent . The upcoming RAC event, Winter Pop-Up Art Exhibition, will focus on the visuals arts in a beautiful space in the First Presbyterian Church. This is Rutherford interviewed Genesee Orlowicz, Board member of the Rutherford Arts Council, to lear

By Jennifer Ersalesi Volunteers are the backbone of communities. Our Borough is fortunate to be able to recognize an individual who has dedicated most of his life to volunteerism and protecting the safety and health of Rutherford residents. During a Mayor and Council meeting in January, Mike Tarantino, was recognized for his twelve years as Rutherford First-Aid Ambulance Volunteer Corps Squad Captain. This is Rutherford interviewed Mike to learn about his dedication to th

By Jennifer Ersalesi Rutherford is home to many talented musicians. Four of those musicians came together as young high school students to form the band, Foul Play . For the last few years, they have performed at many different venues, including local favorites, PorchFest and the Williams Center. This is Rutherford interviewed the band to find out more about the band as a whole and each of the musicians. Vinny Denunzio, Carlos Echeverry, Julian Statile, and Tyler Carroll.

By Jennifer Ersalesi Bergen Academies Senior and Rutherford resident, Michael Hernandez, has been focused on achieving many goals, including engineering projects and admission into MIT. He has also been working on becoming an Eagle Scout. This is Rutherford interviewed Michael to learn about his Eagle Scout project and his love of engineering and robotics. TIR: For the last three and a half years, you have been a student at Bergen Academies studying Engineering Design.  Te

By Jennifer Ersalesi For twelve years, Rutherford resident and senior at Rutherford High School, Braedon McQuade, has been a Scout. Over this past year, Braedon planned and organized his Eagle Scout project. This is Rutherford interviewed Braedon about this project and how he was able to get the community involved. TIR: How long have you been a Scout? Braedon McQuade: I will be finishing up my 12th year of scouting. I started as a Tiger in Cub Scouts way back in 1st grade

Information provided by Rutherford Green Team The Rutherford Green team, a Borough Advisory Committee, is introducing a new Municipal Composting Program. They need twenty-five households to sign up using this link to get started. The Green Team explained, "Why compost? Food waste makes up 30% of household trash  In landfills, it creates methane, a greenhouse gas 80x more potent than CO₂. Composting turns scraps into a resource that builds healthy soil and supports local