Email: Caitlin.Mahon@Patch.com
Phone: (908) 723-6721
Hometown: Forked River, NJ
Birthday: November 13, 1986
Bio:
Caitlin comes to Patch after graduating from Rutgers University in May 2010. At Rutgers, Cait completed a dual major in Exercise Science and Journalism, earning a Bachelor of Science. At The Daily Targum, the University's official daily newspaper, Caitlin served as a writer and editor for three years, completing her last term as News Editor.
Cait tackled issues affecting the University community, including the controversial expansion of Rutgers Stadium and the ongoing housing shortage that misplaced hundreds of students to off-campus hotels for two years. She also covered Barack Obama's Election Rally on Nov. 4, 2008 in Chicago, and led coverage of the 2009 New Jersey Gubernatorial Race. During her college career, she completed internships at The Home News Tribune, Good Housekeeping Magazine, NETS Basketball, and SoBe Beverages and Pepsi Co.
Born and raised in Forked River, Caitlin moved to New Providence to launch the community's Patch in September 2010. In March 2011, Cait oversaw the merger of New Providence Patch and Berkeley Heights-Mountainside Patch. Caitlin was promoted to Summit Patch in November 2012. At that time, she also began serving as the Sports Beat Editor for New Providence-Berkeley Heights Patch and Springfield Patch. As of June 2013, Cait is the Editor for Summit Patch and New Providence-Berkeley Heights Patch.
When Cait is not glued to her computer screen or covering events, games and interviewing residents in her communities, she can be found hanging out along Long Beach Island, skiing the slopes in Vermont or in Forked River visiting her family, friends and her adorable Husky-Chow mixed dogs. Cait also enjoys reading, singing off key while driving, cringing while watching the Rutgers and NY Giants Football teams frequently lose, and eating cheese. Growing up as a competitive dancer in Jazz, Lyrical and Hip-Hop, and choreographing for the Rutgers Performing Dance Company, Cait still enjoys dancing when she has the time.
The following information was supplied by the New Providence Police Department. Any arrest information does not indicate a conviction.
This information was supplied by the Summit Police Department.
Two men transported marijuana from out-of-state through a shipping agency in Summit. Numerous charges made against both men, who are being held in Union County jail.
The symbol was drawn on garage wall on Passaic Avenue, according to police, who say no evidence has surfaced that would qualify the act as a hate crime.
Plus, Summit Police made an arrest for burglary, theft of moveable property, and another arrest for forgery.
This fundraiser will benefit Sandy relief and clubs at Summit High School. Activities include photo booth, arts and crafts, carnival games, silent auction, and baked goods.
Schools are monitoring students carefully following the tragic elementary school shooting in Connecticut, while the borough looks for a way to remember the 26 victims.
Chief Weck released a statement via the Nixle alert system. Superintendent Parker released a letter to parents. How are you talking to your children about this tragedy?
You voted and this house was the top local vote-getter in our Deck the House contest.
In light of the horrific shooting at an elementary school in Connecticut this morning, Parker sent the following letter to parents of Summit School District students.
Students were recognized during a Board of Education meeting Thursday night. Each presented a book to a teacher who influenced them during their K-12 education.
Communities to meet with existing dispatchers, equipment vendors in January; engaging consultant for proposed timeline for dispatch center's construction, implementation.
The following information was supplied by the New Providence Police Department. Any arrest information does not indicate a conviction.
In three separate incidents, two borough residents and one Staten Island resident were arrested, charged with driving while under the influence of alcohol, among other offenses.
Dennis Balasabas has serious, non-life threatening injuries, said Summit Police Lt. Richel, and driver was arrested, charged for being under the influence, failure to yield in crosswalk.
Winifred Bozzomo didn't cross Morris Avenue in crosswalk. David Inernoscia could not stop his van due to wet roadway. Both Berkeley Heights residents were issued a summons.
Fundraiser will be hosted at Summit Area YMCA and will benefit post-9/11 troops, veterans and their families. Register online at bondsofcourage.org.
Summit Chorale, one of the oldest community choruses in New Jersey, will sing holiday favorites this Friday at St. John's Lutheran Church in Summit. Tickets are $20 per family.
Hilltoppers will face Palisades Park. Tickets range from $3 to $10. Wear maroon and white to the game!
The woman sustained a minor injury and was transported to a local hospital.