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

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 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 Rutherford High School Senior, Thomas Barnes, is an avid bowler and a member of the. Rutherford High School Bowling team. His team has been doing very well this year and he has played a very important role in their success. This is Rutherford interviewed Thomas to learn more about his love of bowling and his achievements. Thomas Barnes TIR: When did you join the RHS Bowling Team? Thomas Barnes: I joined the Bowling Team last season as a Junior.  TIR:

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

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 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: Mike Weiss Franklin Weiss, a young soccer player, with his trophies Rutherford High School Senior,...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Luisa Pineda - LuluSolei Photography Little Free Libraries are a great way for communities to share...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Tricia (Michael's wife) and Michael Blanchard Rutherford teacher, Michael Blanchard, has inspired many as a teacher,...

By Jennifer Ersalesi There are many talented young musicians and singers in our Borough. These young performers have been involved in...

Submitted by SEPAG (Special Education Parent Advisory Group Rutherford Special Education Parent Advisory Group Announces Berna Betancor...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Intergenerational programs and activities have always been an important part of the 55 Kip Center . Young children...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Jennifer Ersalesi On Monday, May 26th, the Rutherford Veterans Alliance sponsored and presented the...

By Jennifer Ersalesi This year, Pierrepont School will present "Finding Nemo". The Directors (Mr. Matthew Vaccaro, Ms. Jacki Mann, and...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Each year Rutherford High School presents the Festival of the Arts, where visual arts, including photography,...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Dan Meredith For the past four years, Grace Episcopal Church has held its Community Outreach...

By Jennifer Ersalesi An annual tradition, the Remembrance Softball Game, started many years ago to honor and remember the Rutherford...

By Jennifer Ersalesi The Rutherford High School Drama Department will present Mary Poppins: The Musical this weekend. The Directors,...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Peter O'Brien On Sunday, March 2nd, the Rutherford Irish-American Association (RIAA) held its annual...

Submitted by Laura Bishop Communications Young Rutherford Public School students practicing their reading skills in class. Rutherford,...

By Brian Ersalesi, Rutherford Public Schools Eleven Rutherford High School students received the prestigious honor of being named to...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Over the last year, the Rutherford Public School District has hosted several Parent Academies. These special...

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By Jennifer Ersalesi On Friday, November 22, 2024, there will be an Anxious Generation-Panel Presentation in Lincoln School's Library for...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Jennifer Ersalesi For sixty years, the Borough's Rutherford Civil Rights Commission (RCRC) has been...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Each year Rutherford High School presents the Fall Play. This year's production is "Clue", based on the beloved...

Press Release by Laura Bishop Communications Rutherford, N.J.  - Through a five-decade career that has included countless challenges,...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Rutherford High School's athletic department recently announced that three of its high school teams became NJIC...

By Jennifer Ersalesi Mr. Jack Hurley has been a teacher or an administrator for over four decades in the Rutherford school district. For...