Local Heroes

This Is Rutherford

Nov 11, 2022
4 min

RHS Veterans Project and Uncorked Event

By Jennifer Ersalesi Information submitted by Monica Rizzi and Kelly Lancaster The nation recognizes “Veterans Day” today, Friday,...

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This Is Rutherford

Jun 15, 2022
1 min

Local Hero Daniel "Dan" Murray

Information submitted by Rod Leith By Jennifer Ersalesi In 1929, James H. Murray found a home at 38 Elm Street in Rutherford James was...

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This is the Rutherford Chamber of Commerce

This Is Rutherford

Apr 12, 2022
3 min

This is the Rutherford Chamber of Commerce

By Jennifer Ersalesi With so many new businesses opening in Rutherford and businesses that have stood the test of time, the Rutherford...

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This Is Rutherford

Nov 12, 2021
2 min

Veterans Day Observance 2021

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Jennifer Ersalesi Veterans gathered in front of the World War I monument, located in the center of...

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Veterans Day and the World War II Monument

This Is Rutherford

Nov 10, 2021
2 min

Veterans Day and the World War II Monument

Introduction by Jennifer Ersalesi By Rod Leith, Borough Historian Veterans Day is a National Holiday during which Americans honor the...

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This Is Rutherford

Oct 25, 2021
1 min

Uncorked Event Honors Veterans

By Jennifer Ersalesi Across the country, Veterans Day is recognized on November 11th. Rutherford is a community that honors its local...

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This Is Rutherford

Jun 9, 2021
7 min

This is the Alfred Fiume Foundation

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Joanne and Alyssa Fiume The Alfred Fiume Foundation, a 501 c3 organization, was created in 2016...

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This Is Rutherford

Jun 7, 2021
2 min

Memorial Day in Rutherford 2021

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credit: Charles Binder As with most events and gatherings this year, Memorial Day services were held without...

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Rutherford School Nurse Works to Help Fight Covid-19

This Is Rutherford

Jan 25, 2021
3 min

Rutherford School Nurse Works to Help Fight Covid-19

Submitted by Rutherford Public Schools Being in healthcare is more of a calling than a career for Rutherford Public School Nurse Lynn...

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This Is Rutherford

Jan 5, 2021
5 min

This is Woodworker Matt Kuznia

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credit: Matt Kuznia Matt Kuznia has become a familiar name on This is Rutherford as a local hero, a generous...

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The Stories Behind Rutherford's World War II Heroes

This Is Rutherford

Oct 5, 2020
2 min

The Stories Behind Rutherford's World War II Heroes

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits (monument): John McParland Four years ago, longtime Rutherford resident, John McParland, noticed a...

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Rutherford Local Heroes Features Herbert Miller, MD

This Is Rutherford

Aug 9, 2020
1 min

Rutherford Local Heroes Features Herbert Miller, MD

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This Is Rutherford

Jul 21, 2020
1 min

Rutherford Local Heroes Features Bill Galloway

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This Is Rutherford

Jun 30, 2020
1 min

Rutherford Local Heroes Features John Mannion, Sr.

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This Is Rutherford

Jun 29, 2020
3 min

Remembering Rudy Nichols

By Jennifer Ersalesi and Rod Leith Photo credits: Gary Nichols Rudolph L. Nichols was born on August 29, 1930 (almost 90 years old). ...

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Black History in Rutherford and Neighboring Towns

This Is Rutherford

Jun 22, 2020
10 min

Black History in Rutherford and Neighboring Towns

Submitted by Rod Leith, Rutherford Borough Historian “On Wednesday the African offended, and on Saturday morning he was burned to ashes,...

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This Is Rutherford

May 27, 2020
2 min

Memorial Day 2020

By Jennifer Ersalesi and Kim Bogosian Photo credit: Kim Bogosian At 10:00 am, Monday, May 25th, Post Commanders of American Legion Post...

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Rutherford's First Sunday Surprise Salute to Heroes

This Is Rutherford

May 4, 2020
1 min

Rutherford's First Sunday Surprise Salute to Heroes

Submitted by the Borough of Rutherford (Photos courtesy of Bonnie and Mike Corcoran) Sunday was Rutherford's first Sunday Surprise Salute...

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Unique Birthday Celebration for Local Veteran, Anthony Giammetta

This Is Rutherford

Apr 22, 2020
2 min

Unique Birthday Celebration for Local Veteran, Anthony Giammetta

Information and Photos Submitted by John Giammetta By Jennifer Ersalesi On April 21st, a special Local Veteran and Hero from Rutherford...

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This Is Rutherford

Mar 25, 2020
3 min

Little Free Pantry

By Jennifer Ersalesi During this time of uncertainty when it is difficult to make sure families have what they need, such as food, water,...

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