Eighty-five-year-old Juanita Collier was honored three weeks ago by Highland Park Borough Council for being a star, a flower and an shining gem in the community. Her long life reflects the changes that have taken place in town over the decades, with an important constancy – a devotion to her family, friends and community. READ MORE
Recent Articles
Ashton Burrell court appearance now will take place on Dec. 17
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Community activist and filmmaker Ashton Burrell will defend himself on disorderly conduct charge at a court hearing on Dec. 17. The charge grew out of an incident involving an improperly designated toy gun. READ MORE
Filed under: Local News
HP Daycare employee charged with child endangerment in September death of infant
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Above and Beyond Daycare employee charged with “reckless endangerment” in Sept. 10 death of an infant at the Daycare Center. Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office released the information to the Planet on Monday about the Martinsville woman who was charged. READ MORE
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Artist embraces the grotesque side of aesthetic
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Well known Highland Park artist is having a one night exhibit (Friday, Dec. 5) of his art that is bound to boggle the mind with unsettling art portraying the mind. READ MORE
Filed under: Arts & Entertainment
Rescue squad anxious about competition from an Edison-based first aid squad
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The Highland Park First Aid Squad fears that its pool of donors may shrink because of competition from an Edison-based rescue service that is marketing its sensitivity to the cultural and religions traditions of the Jewish community. READ MORE
Filed under: Local News
The emergency that never emerged – thankfully but nonetheless alarmingly
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Emergency management personnel and Highland Park Police spent a good portion of Wednesday morning Dec. 2 tracking down a situation that fortunately turned out to be a non-emergency emergency READ MORE
Filed under: Local News
First aid squad asks public for a life-saving gift
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Highland Park First Aid Squad is holding a blood drive on Sunday, Nov. 30- the perfect gift during this holiday season. READ MORE
Filed under: Local News
State honors Ashton Burrell for community leadership
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Ashton Burrell, even though only 22 years old, has contributed a significant portion of his life to serving the youth in his community of Highland Park. The state of New Jersey has recognized his efforts. READ MORE
Filed under: Milestones
Principal “W” Finds Joy in learning about and the learning of her Irving students
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Fire is under investigation by Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office
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This story updates the Highland Park Planet’s story published about the fire on Nov. 13. READ MORE