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A Scout’s Eagle Project Brings New Life — and a Community Together — at Beechwood’s ARK Habitat

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Behind Beechwood Elementary School, Lawrence Worth stood among fence posts, birdhouses, tree stumps and paving stones as Scouts, parents and troop leaders worked around him. The work was part of his Eagle Scout project — restoring

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Mountainside Council Reviews Road Moratorium Issue, Short-Term Rental Ban, and Court Enforcement Concerns

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — The Mountainside Borough Council discussed several municipal issues during its May 5 work session, including a road-opening moratorium question, a proposed ban on short-term rentals, recreation staffing updates, enforcement concern

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The Quiet Hands Behind Mountainside’s Historic Homes: Scott Daniels Honored for Decades of Service

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — When guests arrive at the historic Levi Cory House for Steeped in History, “Boston Tea Party,” on May 17 honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary, they may notice the charm of the historic home, the welcoming back porch, the shade o

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Earth Day Is Every Day at Beechwood: The ARK Gives Nature a Place to Return to in Mountainside

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Behind Beechwood Elementary School, a quiet patch of land is becoming something more than a garden.It is a place where children can look closely, ask questions, follow a path, notice what is growing, and begin to understand th

MountainsideMay 6, 2026
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A Regional Priority: Fourteen Towns Unite in Summit to “Paint the Town Green” for Mental Health Awareness Month

SUMMIT, NJ — May is officially recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, and the Summit Village Green was filled with municipal leaders, first responders, mental health advocates, local organizations, residents and green ribbons, as the City

MountainsideMay 5, 2026
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Did you miss a story this week? Check out our Mountainside Week In Review.

What did you miss this week? Don't forget to sign-up for our free newsletter.Mountainside NJ – Stories From The Week, Upcoming Events, and Sneak Peek StoriesBig Dreams Can Rise From Small Towns: Rutgers D1 Soccer Player Allie Post’s Full-Circle Journ

MountainsideMay 4, 2026
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Casual Gathering Brought Residents, Local Leaders, and Rotary Members Together for Conversation, Connection and Indoor Golf at GolfCube Social

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — The Rotary Club of Mountainside recently traded a traditional meeting room for a golf simulator bay, hosting a casual meet-up at GolfCube Social for an evening of conversation, connection, and indoor golf.The event gave curren

MountainsideMay 3, 2026
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One MTSD: Stronger Together Launches May Period Product Drive with Community FoodBank of New Jersey

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — One MTSD: Stronger Together is partnering with the Women Fighting Hunger Initiative at the Community FoodBank of New Jersey to host a period product drive throughout the month of May.The drive coincides with Women’s Health Mon

MountainsideMay 3, 2026
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Maud Dahme, Holocaust Survivor and “Hidden Child,” Reminds Us that Courage, Compassion, and Kindness Can Endure Even Through Humanity’s Darkest Chapters

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — The room at the Borough of Mountainside Community Center was filled when Maud Dahme began to speak. Calm, composed, and at times even gently funny, Dahme quickly commanded the attention of everyone, as she opened a window into

MountainsideMay 2, 2026
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Mountainside Joins Regional “Paint the Town Green” Mental Health Awareness Month Kickoff

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Residents traveling through Mountainside in May might notice green ribbons tied around town — a visible reminder that mental health matters and that awareness begins close to home.The ribbons will be officially tied on May 1st by m

MountainsideMay 1, 2026
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From Clay to Community: Mountainside’s Judith Musicant Featured as Potters Guild Returns to Basking Ridge

The Potters Guild of New Jersey returns to the Farmstead Arts Center in Basking Ridge this weekend, continuing a decades-long tradition that blends craftsmanship, community, and creativity in a setting as timeless as the art itself.For more than 30 y

MountainsideApr 30, 2026
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Mountainside Library to Host ‘Keys Across Genres: An Evening with NGXB’

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — The Mountainside Public Library will welcome pianist and entertainer NGXB for “Keys Across Genres: An Evening with NGXB” on Thursday, April 30 at 6:30 p.m.The free concert will feature a blend of classical, jazz, rock and pop music

MountainsideApr 29, 2026
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Big Dreams Can Rise From Small Towns: Rutgers D1 Soccer Player Allie Post’s Full-Circle Journey

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Did you know Allie Post, one of Mountainside’s own, will appear in the upcoming Netflix film 99ers, centered on the legendary 1999 U.S. Women’s World Cup team? The project tells the story of a championship run t

MountainsideApr 29, 2026
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Spring is for organizing! Mountainside Library to Host Decluttering Workshop with Bestselling Author Jamie Novak

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — For many people, clutter can feel overwhelming—but knowing where to begin is often the hardest part.The Mountainside Public Library is offering residents a chance to tackle that challenge with confidence through an upcoming worksho

MountainsideApr 28, 2026
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Mountainside Week in Review, Upcoming Events for week of 4/27, and Your Sneak Peek of Stories Ahead

Mountainside NJ – Stories From The Week, Upcoming Events, and Sneak Peek StoriesHolocaust Survivor, NJ Hall of Fame Honoree, and Longtime Educator Maud Dahme will speak on Thursday, April 30 at 12:00, at Mountainside Borough Hall. Participants a

MountainsideApr 26, 2026
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Great News For Anglers: Expanded Trout Season in Union County, with Echo Lake as a Standout Destination

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Anglers across Union County have more opportunities than ever to cast a line this spring, thanks to changes in New Jersey’s trout stocking program that are already reshaping the local fishing experience. At the center of that shift

MountainsideApr 25, 2026
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Borough of Mountainside Presents Plaque To Family of Marilyn and David Hart Who Are Remembered for Dedication and Service

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Some residents leave their mark through a single accomplishment. Others help shape the identity of a town through decades of leadership, generosity, and steady commitment to others.This week, the Borough of Mountainside Mayor and C

MountainsideApr 24, 2026