IRVINGTON, NJ — Setting itself apart from other classes, the Irvington High School graduating Class of 2021 has persevered through a tough school year that relied heavily on remote learning. Honoring the hardworking graduates for all they’ve achieved, Irvington High School held its 142nd commencement at Matthews Field at the Irvington Athletic Complex, where all […]
IRVINGTON, NJ — Mayor Tony Vauss joined state and county officials, as well as the NRP Group, a vertically integrated developer, builder and manager of multifamily housing, to break ground on a 56-unit affordable apartment community in Irvington. Located at 722 Chancellor Ave., the five-story, mid-rise building will offer a mix of one-, two- and […]
IRVINGTON, NJ — Irvington residents took to the streets on June 20, the first day of summer, for the town’s first Community Bike Ride. Beginning at 9 a.m., novice to experienced cyclists flooded the streets and rode their bikes for two hours, starting at Civic Square; there were two routes to travel, one encompassing 15 […]
IRVINGTON, NJ — On June 19, Irvington residents took advantage of a Team Up, Clean Up event, where dumpsters were placed at Irvington schools for residents to dispose of bulk trash items. Due to the program’s success, it will return next month on Saturday, July 24, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This event is […]
IRVINGTON, NJ — On Tuesday, June 8, high winds, heavy rain, rolling bouts of thunder and dangerous bolts of lightning passed through Irvington, where lightning struck the three-story home at 1293 Springfield Ave., sparking an intense house fire toward the roof of the home and causing smoke to billow from the home. The inside of […]
ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — The 2021 Essex County Free SummerMusic Concert Series will bring a diverse group of musicians and entertainers to perform at locations throughout the Essex County Park System. This year’s free series features three concert and fireworks spectaculars, five concerts in Brookdale Park, 12 concerts throughout the county, and two cultural festivals. […]
IRVINGTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy recently visited Irvington to encourage residents to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. While in the city, Murphy joined N.J. Secretary of Higher Education Brian Bridges, Irvington Mayor Tony Vauss and N&N Unisex barber shop owner Hugea Newman for an informal a roundtable discussion on boosting vaccine confidence among residents of […]
IRVINGTON, NJ — As another school year comes to a close, many are looking forward to the upcoming events celebrating Irvington High School graduates. With a heavy emphasis on the Hall of Fame Dinner, which will be held Oct. 7 at The Westwood in Garwood, the Irvington Varsity Club has done a great deal and […]
IRVINGTON, NJ — Pet owners in Irvington gathered on a sunny Saturday, June 5, to get their dogs vaccinated at a free clinic hosted by the Irvington Health Department, township officials and St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center. Dozens of dogs of all shapes, sizes and breeds received free rabies and distemper vaccinations at the event, […]
IRVINGTON, NJ — There is some good news for the township as Irvington Mayor Tony Vauss announced a zero-percent property tax increase for Irvington residents and property owners for the next two years. Due to the pandemic and the economic damage it has caused, residents will now be able to breathe more easily for 2021 […]