Vincent Battiloro Indicted on Two Murder Counts in Cranford Teens’ Deaths
Vincent Battiloro, 18, of Garwood, faces two counts of murder in the Burnside Avenue crash that killed Cranford teens...
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- Vincent Battiloro Indicted on Two Murder Counts in Cranford Teens’ Deaths
Vincent Battiloro, 18, of Garwood, faces two counts of murder in the Burnside Avenue crash that killed Cranford teens Maria Niotis and Isabella Salas.
Oct 16, 2026 · Garwood
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- Scotch Plains-Fanwood Blanks Elizabeth 5-0 in County Tournament
Arabella Morabito scored twice and added two assists as Scotch Plains-Fanwood girls soccer blanked Elizabeth 5 to 0 in the Union County Tournament on Oct. 20.
Oct 22, 2026 · Scotch Plains
- Scotch Plains-Fanwood Beats Westfield in Penalty Kick Shootout
Scotch Plains-Fanwood beat Westfield 11 to 10 on penalty kicks in the Union County Tournament quarterfinal on Oct. 20 after 13 rounds and a scoreless game.
Oct 22, 2026 · Scotch Plains
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- Springfield Seeks Sewer Grant as Road Projects Pause
Springfield will seek a Community Development Block Grant for sanitary sewer work after administrator John Bussiculo said no street needs repaving this year.
Oct 22, 2026 · Springfield
- 2026 Union County Election Guide: Who's Running for County Clerk, Board of Commissioners, Sheriff
Union County Life’s guide to the 2026 county races covers the three commissioner contests, the Sheriff race, and the County Clerk race ahead of Election Day, Nov. 3.
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Garwood doesn't try to be Summit. It doesn't try to be Westfield. And that's exactly why the people who live here wouldn't trade it.
At just over one square mile, Garwood is the second-smallest municipality in Union County — and it carries that small size like a feature, not a bug. Neighbors recognize each other at the ShopRite. Kids walk to school. The train is close enough that you can hear it from certain streets. That's not a complaint. For a lot of people, it's the whole point.
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When is trash pickup in Garwood?+
Trash and recycling schedules vary by street in Garwood. Visit the Garwood municipal website or contact Public Works for your specific pickup day. Most Union County municipalities offer online schedule lookup by address.
What school district covers Garwood?+
Garwood is served by its local public school district within Union County, NJ. The district includes elementary, middle, and high school levels. Visit the New Jersey Department of Education website or the Garwood municipal site for enrollment information and school assignments by address.
How do I get a parking permit in Garwood?+
Parking permits in Garwood are issued through the municipal clerk or parking authority. Requirements and fees vary. Contact Garwood Borough Hall or Township Hall directly, or visit the municipal website for current permit applications and residential parking zone information.
What are the best parks in Garwood?+
Garwood offers a variety of parks and recreational spaces maintained by the municipality and Union County Parks system. Warinanco Park, Echo Lake Park, and Nomahegan Park are among the most popular county parks. Visit ucnj.org/parks for the full county parks directory, or check the Garwood municipal website for local park listings.
How do I contact Garwood municipal offices?+
The Garwood municipal offices handle permits, licenses, tax payments, and general resident services. Contact information is available on the official Garwood municipal website. Most Union County municipalities are open Monday through Friday during standard business hours. For after-hours emergencies, contact the local police non-emergency line.
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