EMTs of Summit

September is Summit First Aid Squad Month! One of your neighbors posted in Community Corner. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

Gloria Simpson Street Dedication in Springfield on Sunday, Sept. 8 SPRINGFIELD, NJ – North Trivett Avenue will be renamed on Saturday in tribute to one of Springfield

Ellen Golnick Obituary - Livingston, NJ Celebrate the life of Ellen Golnick, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Bernheim-Apter-Kreitzman Suburban Funeral Chapel.

September Declared Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad Month Join us in celebrating Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad Month this September! Support our dedicated volunteers and their vital community work.

We are sad to announce the passing of life member of the Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad Archie Fenton. He was a member of the Monday night crew.

Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.

The Division of Engineering has been advised that Union County will begin concrete and manhole replacement work on Morris Ave near Springfield Ave on Monday, August 26, weather permitting. This work is in anticipation of paving Morris Ave between Springfield Ave (near City Hall) and the end of Morris Ave at Springfield Ave (near Briant Park).

Road closures and detours may be in effect while this work is completed. Project details available on county website: https://ucnj.org/traffic-site/roadconstructionupdate.html.

We are excited to announce the date of our street dedication for our lifetime member, Gloria Simpson! North Trivett will soon become “Gloria Simpson Way” and there is no better way to honor our dear Glo who gave Springfield 60 years of service!

Please join us and Springfield Township Committee members at 11AM on 9/8 for a small ceremony!

Summit NJ's National Night Out Set for Tuesday Join us in Summit, NJ for National Night Out! Enjoy food trucks, performances, and community fun. Free hot dogs and more await!

Summit EMS Responses – July 2024 Summit NJ EMS responded to various emergency calls in July, including medical emergencies, falls, motor vehicle accidents, and more. Learn how you can volunteer or donate today!

Vincent Ferraro Obituary (2004) - Legacy Remembers View Vincent P. "Jim" Ferraro's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

We hope for a speedy recovery

On August 9, 2024 at approximately 5:01pm, two New Providence Police Officers, in marked police vehicles with emergency lights activated, were conducting a motor vehicle stop on the westbound shoulder of Interstate 78, near mile marker 43. A westbound Honda Odyssey struck the rear of the New Providence patrol vehicle, causing a chain reaction crash with the next New Providence Police vehicle and the Mercedes Benz that Officers had originally conducted the motor vehicle stop upon.

Two New Providence Police Officers sustained injuries and are currently in stable condition at Morristown Memorial Hospital. The driver of the Honda Odyssey sustained injuries and was transported to Morristown Memorial Hospital. The occupants from the Mercedes Benz, who were seated inside the tow truck, were evaluated by EMS and released on scene.

Berkeley Heights Fire Department, New Providence Fire Department, Union County Fire Command, Berkeley Heights EMS, Union County EMS, and Atlantic Paramedics responded to the scene. The New Jersey State Police, Berkeley Heights Police Department, Summit Police Department, and New Jersey Department of Transportation also responded. The New Jersey State Police are currently investigating the crash.

Further information will be updated.

The City of Summit's annual National Night Out event originally scheduled for Tuesday, August 6, has been postponed to Tuesday, August 20, due to anticipated poor weather conditions. The event has been postponed at this time in order to effectively manage the logistical aspects of this large community event and to ensure the safety and success of the event for all participating agencies, entertainers, and attendees.

The featured concert on the new event date is Brian Kirk and the Jirks. All other event information and details are the same. More information is available at www.summitcommunityprograms.com/182/National-Night-Out.

The Hot Summer Nights Concert originally scheduled for Tuesday, August 6, featuring The Benjamins, is still scheduled to take place on the Village Green at this time. If the concert needs to be canceled due to poor weather conditions, this information will be shared at 12PM on August 6 on the city website and social media platforms.

Obituary information for Samuel C Fusco View Samuel C Fusco's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

Pedestrian Struck on Springfield Avenue

SUMMIT, NJ, July 31, 2024 – On Wednesday, July 31, at 12:45PM, the Summit Police Department responded to a report of a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle at the entrance to the Tier Garage, located at 426 Springfield Avenue in Summit.

The pedestrian, a 73-year-old Summit woman, was reported to be crossing the alleyway when she was struck by a 2021 Jeep Cherokee. The driver, an 85-year-old Springfield man, was traveling east on Springfield Avenue, and turned right into the alleyway leading into the garage. The driver advised police that as he made the turn, he looked ahead to several parking spaces and did not see the victim until just before the vehicle struck her with the left front bumper/hood of his vehicle. There was no apparent damage to the vehicle.

The victim was transported to Morristown Memorial Hospital by the Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad for treatment.

The incident is currently under investigation by the Summit Police Department Traffic Safety Bureau.

For more information on the Summit Police Department, visit the City of Summit website.

House Fire Reported In Summit Firefighters found smoke and fire coming from the rear of the house when they arrived on Monday night.

Summit Firefighters Quickly Extinguish Blaze on High Street SUMMIT, NJ -- A fire broke out at a home on High Street on Monday evening, but was quickly brought under control by local firefighters.

Ronald Pellechia Obituary (2024) - Summit, NJ - The Star-Ledger View Ronald Anthony Pellechia's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

Join us for our second concert of the summer tonight on the Village Green featuring 80s Revolution!
It is also community night and we will be joined by over 25 local non-profits to spread awareness on the special causes they work toward in our community.

Summit EMS Responses – June 2024 Summit, NJ: Summits EMS volunteers responded to various emergencies in June, including medical incidents, accidents, and mutual aid assistance. Join the all-volunteer First Aid Squad today! Visit www.summitems.org.

Summit to hold annual Community Night on July 23rd - read more at - https://rennamedia.com/summit-community-night-2024/