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 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

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

By Jennifer Ersalesi Since January 2023, when Governor Murphy passed a resolution declaring January as Muslim Heritage Month, communities throughout New Jersey have been celebrating the Muslim community and the core values of respect, unity, and peace that define Islam. The Rutherford Public Library has been hosting special events for the past three years to recognize our local Muslim community. This is Rutherford interviewed Usman Khan, one of the organizers of this year'

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Rutherford residents One of Rutherford's longest-standing traditions, the 73rd Rutherford Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade, took place on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The parade traveled from the West End to the Rutherford Public Library on Park Avenue, where the Christmas tree lighting took place. As in years past, groups of children marched with their Scout troops and sports teams. Festively decorated cars and trucks escorted busines

Compiled by Jennifer Ersalesi Information provided by Rutherford Public Schools Rutherford students understand how important it is to spread kindness to others. Since the beginning of the school year, students throughout the district have been participating in acts of generosity and compassion. The Multicultural Club at Rutherford High School assembled care packages to send to Marines from Camp Lejeune that are deployed in Puerto Rico for the holiday season. Rutherford High

By Jennifer Ersalesi On Saturday, November 29th, the Rutherford Chamber of Commerce will kick off the holiday season with the 73rd Annual Holiday Parade. T he parade will feature music from rock bands and the RHS Marching Band, special characters, floats, sports teams, community groups, businesses, and much more. Before the parade begins at 4:00 p.m., various activities will take place on the West End starting at 2:30 p.m. Little Play Cafe will serve hot chocolate, local

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Nicholas Yee Each November, Rutherford High School presents its fall drama. This year's play, The Importance of Being Earnest, is a delightfully witty farce where secret identities, confusion, and hilarity abound. This year's cast cannot wait to perform for audiences twice this upcoming weekend; once on Friday, 11/14, and once on Saturday, 11/15, at 7 pm. This is Rutherford interviewed the Director of the play, Mrs. Patricia Blanchard.

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Kim Bogosian Mayor Frank Nunziato, Council members, the Frazier children, and former Mayor Bernadette McPherson. Reverend Ray Frazier, a longtime Rutherford resident, former Councilman, and retired Reverend of Mt. Ararat Baptist Church, passed away on June 30, 2025. On Monday, October 27th, he was honored with a street naming. His family, the Mayor and Council, former Mayor, Bernadette McPherson, Pastor Pate of Mt. Ararat Baptist Church

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Jennifer Ersalesi and Janice Guzman This year, the Ragamuffin Parade took place on Saturday, October 25th, on a crisp, sunny fall morning. As in years past, participants gathered in front of Rutherford High School and then walked to Lincoln Park where judges and a large audience waited for them to arrive. Councilman Ray Guzman and Councilwoman Christie Delrey-Cone were the Masters of Ceremonies for this beloved tradition. Mayor Frank Nu

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Jennifer Ersalesi and Raul Barquet If you haven't already heard, Rutherford does indeed have talent. On October 18th, Rutherford residents of all ages performed at the first-ever Rutherford's Got Talent. The Rutherford Arts Council, under the leadership of its Board (Sarah Orlowicz, Genesee Orlowicz, Jennifer Zenquis, Lou Ayala, and Raul Barquet), organized this performing arts event. Reverend Justin Warner of the First Presbyterian Chur

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Dan Meredith Each October, the Woman's Club of Rutherford presents Pumpkin People in the Park , with creative displays by businesses, non-profit organizations, and families in Rutherford in Lincoln Park. The park, right across from Borough Hall, is filled with vibrant displays celebrating autumn. Every display features a hay bale and a sign bearing the name of the family, business, or nonprofit organization. Each participants donates t

Rob Fencik, Colleen Fencik, Matt Ackermann, and Marisa Ackermann By Jennifer Ersalesi Our Borough embraces the arts throughout the entire...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Dan Meredith Park Avenue and Lincoln Park were lined with over 75 businesses and organizations this...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Our Borough is so fortunate to have schools, community groups, and non-profit organizations that embrace, celebrate,...

By Jennifer Ersalesi   Rutherford Day is back! Visit Lincoln Park on Saturday, September 20 th,  from 12-5 pm. Table space is limited to...

Submitted by the Rutherford Public Library September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and there’s no better time to join Rutherford Public...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Nick Cohen, an actor, writer, and filmmaker, will bring his stage show, Life with Oscar, to the Williams Center on...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Every September, the Rutherford Civil Rights Commission presents its annual Multicultural Festival. This year, the...

By Jennifer Ersalesi For over thirteen years, Raising the Bar Rehabilitation & Fitness has been providing exceptional care to patients...