After an extensive debate over whether the designation of “Inclusive Community” went far enough to protect the well being of immigrants, council members voted to adopt the measure. READ MORE
Arts & Entertainment
New Sculpture Walk on River Road Brings Visual and Physical Benefits
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New Highland Park Sculpture Walk, a Mason Gross School and Highland Park collaboration, opens on April 30, 1:30 p.m., Environmental Education Center on River Road. All are invited to attend. READ MORE
Local News
Highland Park School District Gets a Good Grade but Strives to do Better
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Niche Ranking Website gives the HP School District a Grade A, but an NJ.com survey of NJ high schools’ SAT scores has HP High School failing to make the grade of being among the top 51 high schools in NJ. READ MORE
DWI checkpoints set for safe prom and graduation season
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Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office sends a clear message to prom-goers: dance, eat, be merry, and be sober, especially when driving. READ MORE
Arts & Entertainment
Rutgers Art Project at Zimmerli Explores US as a Slave-Owning Nation
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Rutgers art project that explores the history of the United States as a slave-owning nation and the shadows that it continues to cast over the 21st century. READ MORE
Local News
Highland Park Icon Dr. Norman Reitman Leaves an Inspiring Legacy
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It was two years ago that the Highland Park Planet published a feature story on the remarkable and inspirational Dr. Norman Reitman, who died six weeks ago at the age of 105. We recall not only the accomplishments of Dr. Reitman, but also his most important characteristic – his humanity. READ MORE
Local News
Middlesex County Sponsors Two Important Community Programs
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Middlesex County activities include an awareness program about preventing sexual violence and an historical exhibit about World War I. READ MORE
Local News
Highland Park Celebrates Humanity and Democracy on March 26
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Highland Park residents should stay in town on Sunday March 26 to attend the Unity Celebration and then Congressman Pallone’s Town Hall. READ MORE
Local News
HP Council Appoints Stephany Kim to Vacant Council Seat
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Stephany Kim was sworn in as Highland Park Borough Council’s newest member, filling the seat left by the resignation of Jim Walsh . READ MORE
Local News
Discussion about Highland Park’s Immigrant Policies Continues on Mar. 14
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Council members and residents discuss a resolution to clarify and formalize current existing municipal practices, including a municipal ID program, regarding the town’s immigrant/ refugee population. READ MORE