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South Plainfield Softball Icon Don Panzarella was Honorary Coach at the State Super 36 All-Star Game

3 days ago | tapinto.net | Guy Kipp |Darlene Cullen

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ -- Don Panzarella, the winningest coach in New Jersey high school softball history, was an honorary coach on June 16 at the New Jersey North-South Senior Super 36 Softball All-Star Game at Seton Hall University. Panzarella, who stepped down at the end of the 2024 season after coaching at South Plainfield for 33 years, had a record of 848-239 (a .780 percentage), which represents the most victories for any softball coach ever in the state.
Meet Roosevelt Elementary School’s New Principal, Dr. Dana Karas

1 week ago | tapinto.net | Victoria Caruso |Darlene Cullen

SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - When Roosevelt Elementary students, teachers, and staff return to school in September, they will be welcomed back by a new principal. Effective Aug. 1, Dr. Dana Karas, who currently serves as director of pupil personnel services for the South Plainfield School District, will take over as building administrator, replacing Sam Fierra who is retiring next month.
Dom Massaro Represents South Plainfield at Underclass All-Star Game

1 week ago | tapinto.net | Guy Kipp |Darlene Cullen

SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ -- Dom Massaro, a junior center fielder at South Plainfield, represented the Tigers at the New Jersey Quad-County Underclassmen All-Star Game earlier this week. The game pitted all-stars from Middlesex and Hudson counties against all-stars from Union and Essex Counties. It was held at A.L. Johnson High School in Clark on Tuesday afternoon. Massaro started in center field, drew a walk in his first at bat and handled a couple of defensive chances flawlessly.
South Plainfield School District Retirees Recognized at June 2025 BOE Meeting

1 week ago | tapinto.net | Victoria Caruso |Darlene Cullen

SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – District teachers, administrators, and support staff who retired over the course of the past 10 months were recognized during the South Plainfield Board of Education’s (SPBOE) final meeting of the 2024-2025 school year. “This evening we are wishing some of our long-time South Plainfield School District family members best wishes on their retirement,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Noreen Tansey.
South Plainfield Borough Council Meeting on Tap for June 16

1 week ago | tapinto.net | Dawn Miller |Darlene Cullen

SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - South Plainfield's Borough Council is holding its second meeting of the month on Monday at 7 p.m. at the South Plainfield Municipal Building. There is one presentation on the agenda for the South Plainfield Women's Leadership Team essay contest award winner. On the June 16 agenda is a proclamation for Amateur Radio Week. One ordinance for amending chapter 187 of the borough code titled Vehicles and Traffic has a second reading with a public hearing.
Award-Winning Author to Hold Book Signing at South Plainfield Library

2 weeks ago | tapinto.net | Darlene Cullen

SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Author Thomas Berry will host a book signing at the South Plainfield Library on Saturday, July 12 at 1:30 p.m. to promote his latest award-winning historical novel, Blue Line to Richmond. The event is free and open to the public. In addition to signing copies of the book, Berry will present a short video highlighting key themes from the novel.
South Plainfield’s 2024-2025 BOE Reps Recognized for ‘Dedication and Commitment’

2 weeks ago | tapinto.net | Victoria Caruso |Darlene Cullen

SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – At a June 11 meeting, the five high school students who, during the 2024-2025 school year, served ‘with distinction’ as representatives on the South Plainfield Board of Education (SPBOE) were recognized for their ‘dedication and commitment to advancing educational opportunities and open communications between the board, district administrators and the student body.’ Under New Jersey law (A-3392/S-3392), a school serving grades 9th through 12th must have at least one...
Get Decorative with Karen's July Creative Crafting

2 weeks ago | tapinto.net | Dawn Miller |Darlene Cullen

SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Give the bathroom, kitchen or even a bedroom a bit of a lift this summer with Karen's July Creative Crafting at the South Plainfield Public Library. Registration opens on Friday, June 13 at 10:30 a.m. for Karen's Creative Crafting July adults-only event on Wednesday, July 2 at 6 p.m. or Wednesday, July 9 at 6 p.m. Adults 18 and over will be fashioning a tissue box holder to dress up any room in the home. This craft makes for a decorative gift too.
South Plainfield Knights of Columbus 2025 Family of the Year

2 weeks ago | tapinto.net | Joe Scrudato |Darlene Cullen

SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - The South Plainfield Knights of Columbus Council #6203 recently honored Max and Margaret with its 2025 Family of Year Award. Grand Knight Tom Berry presented a special plaque to Max at their June 10 meeting. The Waldrop family has been an integral part of the Council for over 16 years, especially during the Christmas season. Max has played Santa during the Keystone Christmas luncheon for mentally handicapped residents, handing out donated gifts and taking memorable photos.
Roosevelt 4th Grader Alanna Luxardo Pens First Book

2 weeks ago | tapinto.net | Victoria Caruso |Darlene Cullen

SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - She may only be 10-years-old, but South Plainfield resident Alanna Luxardo can officially check ‘write a book’ off her to-do list. Last month, Alanna independently published The Portal Dimension - The Eleanor Palace (Book 1), and on June 11, the Roosevelt Elementary School fourth grader had the opportunity to autograph copies for peers, teachers, and staff at a book signing event held at the school.