North Bergen artist Robert Loughlin dies crossing Tonnelle Avenue
North Bergen artist Robert Loughlin was killed after being hit by a car Tuesday night at 11:16 p.m., police said. Police said they believe he was crossing the road to return home to the Manhattan Trailer Court at 42-28 Tonnelle Ave. He died at the scene, according to Lt. Frank Mena of the North Bergen Police.
Robert Loughlin was an artist known for his painting of a square-jawed man, “The Brute,” copies of which often appeared around the streets of New York City. He also sold vintage merchandise to renowned artists such as Andy Warhol.
North Bergen High School to hold 50th anniversary
North Bergen High School will hold its 50th anniversary event on Wednesday, Oct. 19 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Memorabilia from the first graduating class of 1962 will be displayed in the gymnasium. Key Club students will also be available to take former alumni on tours around the school.
All alumni are invited to attend. Coffee and cake will be served. Call the high school at (201) 295-2800 for RSVP information.
Guttenberg fall recreation registration
Registration has commenced for Guttenberg’s Fall Recreation Program. Programs include cheerleading, dance, arts and crafts, baton-twirling, and basketball.
Interested residents are invited to enroll their children this Monday through Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Anna L. Klein Gym. For more information, visit the town website at www.guttenbergnj.org.
VITAS Innovative Hospice Care seeks volunteers
Vitas Innovative Hospice Care of New Jersey North is looking for volunteers in Hudson County. Volunteers will visit patients in nursing homes, assisted living communities, and residences in order to provide support. Tasks include taking care of household chores and spending time with the patients.
Volunteers will be trained in listening skills and family dynamics. They will also learn the appropriate way to communicate with terminally ill patients and their families.
To register for a free volunteer orientation class or for more information, contact Barbara Adams-Plyer at (973) 422-5343 or e-mail Barbara.adams-plyer@vitas.com.
Historical Society will present ‘The History of St. Michael’s Monastery’
The Hudson County Genealogical and Historical Society will present “The History of St. Michael’s Monastery” on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Hudson Korean Presbyterian Church (formerly St. Michael’s) at 2019 West St., Union City. Built between 1869 and 1875, St. Michael’s is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
For more information, visit www.HudsonCountyNJGenealogy.org.