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Help Find De'amiyah & Butkus, Plainfield Fire Prevention Fair, Indoor Pickleball Facility Grand Opening!
Don't miss out on the latest updates: Help find missing child De'amiyah, search for Daniel Butkus, and exciting events in Plainfield! 🌟

Rufus Trotman

Oct 3, 2025

Trivia Question❓

In what year was Plainfield, New Jersey officially incorporated as a city?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

De'amiyah was last seen on August 26, 2025, sparking urgent concern throughout her neighborhood.

 

Her disappearance has deeply shaken both her loved ones and the wider community.

 

Authorities are actively investigating and urgently requesting the public’s help.

 

Every second matters in the effort to bring De'amiyah home safely.

 

If you have any information about her whereabouts, please reach out to the authorities at once.

 

Community vigilance and support play a key role in these critical situations.

 

Staying alert and sharing any details, no matter how small, can make all the difference in reuniting De'amiyah with her family.


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Daniel Butkus, 37, of Stanhope, has been missing since May 17, 2025.

 

He was last seen leaving his Stonegate Village apartment, without his wallet, cellphone, or glasses.

 

Daniel is described as 5’10” with brown hair and brown eyes, weighing approximately 170 pounds.

 

His loved ones are deeply worried about his safety.

 

The Stanhope Police Department and the New Jersey State Police Missing Persons Unit are leading the search.

 

Any tips or sightings should be reported to 973-347-4533 or 609-882-2000 (ext. 2554), or by emailing missingpinformation@njsp.gov.

 

Community help is urgent and every detail matters.

 

Residents are encouraged to stay alert and take part in local emergency alerts through the Sussex County Sheriff’s mass notification system.

 

Authorities stress the importance of local cooperation as efforts to find Daniel continue.


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The City of Plainfield and its Fire Department will host their annual Fire Prevention Fair this Friday, October 3, from 6 to 9 p.m. in front of City Hall.

 

This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home”, spotlights risks tied to the popular batteries, with safety demonstrations and community resources on hand.

 

Festivities promise fun for all ages, including inflatables, face painting, popcorn, and cotton candy, making it an ideal family outing.

 

Beyond this event, Plainfield continues its lively October schedule with the 16th Annual Oktoberfest at Forest Lodge in Warren on October 11, offering live music and authentic German fare.

 

Art lovers can also join a Watercolor Painting Workshop at duCret Center of Art in Plainfield, also on October 11.

 

The month’s events reflect Plainfield’s focus on safety, community, and creativity.


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Plainfield, NJ is set to welcome an exciting new indoor pickleball facility in the bustling North Avenue corridor.

 

At 768-900 North Avenue, plans have shifted to transform 42,162 square feet of industrial space into recreational use on the building's first floor.

 

This move enables the nationally recognized PickleRage franchise to bring America's fastest-growing sport to Plainfield.

 

Pickleball’s appeal—mixing tennis, badminton, and ping-pong—continues to draw players of all ages.

 

The new facility comes amid Plainfield’s ongoing development surge, with substantial residential projects recently approved, including a 55-unit building at 1112 North Avenue and a 357-unit luxury complex at 308 West 2nd Street.

 

With PickleRage on the horizon, Plainfield is fast becoming a vibrant destination for both recreation and community growth.


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💡 Answer to Trivia Question:

Plainfield, New Jersey was officially incorporated as a city in 1869.

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