Friday, June 2nd is the 9th National Gun Violence Awareness Day. The proclamation was presented to Carol Satchell and Vita Larkin from Union County Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America during last week’s Township Committee meeting. “We know that the gun violence that we see in the United States is a uniquely American […]
Springfield Celebrates Pride Month
On a sunny and warm afternoon, the Township of Springfield kicked off Pride Month with a celebratory event outside the Chisholm Community Center on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. The 5th annual program included a rainbow flag raising; DJ music by Summit Soundz; informational tables and treats by Halo Roasters, Elvira Chaush New York Life Insurance, […]
It’s Emergency Medical Services Week
During last night’s Township Committee meeting, Mayor Capodice proclaimed that Emergency Medical Services week would be this week; May 21st to May 27th. Emergency physicians, nurses, medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, police officers, educators, administrators all make up emergency medical services. During this week, residents are encouraged to celebrate and support their efforts. Members of emergency […]
Health Department: Quit Smoking Program & Growing Your Mental Health
Please see below for the new flyers from the Health Department. Virtual Smoking Cessation Program. For more information/registration call 1-844-472-8499, select option 2. Tips To Grow Your Mental Health Mental Health Resource Hotlines
Progress at Gomes Property
Good progress is being made at the Gomes Property. Today there are 23 cement trucks lined up on Center Street (as seen in the picture below) to pour the cement for the decking. About 250 cubic yards of cement will be poured along Caldwell Place, this will essentially be the ground floor of the building.
Events Happening This May
Residents, It’s officially Spring and we’re getting closer to Summertime! But don’t forget these upcoming events for the end of May. A Special Memorial Blood Drive at the Chisolm Community Center on Friday May 19th from 1 pm to 7pm. Springfield First Aid Squad is having an Open House on Sunday, May 21st from 12pm […]
May is Jewish American Heritage Month
During Tuesday’s Township Committee meeting Committeeman Harris Laufer, who also serves as Director of the Jewish Federations of New Jersey read the proclamation that stated that the month of May is Jewish American Heritage Month. “We are reminded that the vibrant culture of the Jewish people has not always been embraced. In a country where […]
Arbor Day Celebration
Last week, Friday April 28th was Arbor Day; a holiday that celebrates the planting, upkeep and preservation of trees. The first ever Arbor Day was held on April 10, 1872 in Nebraska where approximately 1 million trees were planted. Arbor Day became an official state holiday (in Nebraska) in 1885 and almost 100 years later […]