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New Providence, NJ
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Saturday morning on South Street, someone's grabbing coffee before a soccer game at Passaic River Park. A few blocks away, a family is loading up the car for a day trip while their neighbor waves from the driveway. That's New Providence on a normal weekend — low-key, comfortable, and genuinely neighborly in a way that doesn't feel performed.
New Providence is a small borough in Union County, NJ — just over 13,000 residents — and it's the kind of place that doesn't try hard to impress you. It doesn't need to. Union County Life covers towns all across the county, and New Providence consistently stands out for one thing: people who moved here for the schools end up staying because they actually like it here.
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Parks in New Providence
Centennial Park
Centennial Ave, New Providence, NJ 07974- Playground
- Sports Fields
- Basketball Courts
- Restrooms
Oakwood Park
Oakwood Ave, Kenilworth, NJ 07033- Picnic Area
- Walking Trails
Passaic River Park
Passaic River Park, New Providence, NJ 07974- Walking Trails
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Parking Available
Real Estate
Real Estate in New Providence
$930,000
6 Gordon Pl, New Providence Boro
3 beds · 2.1 baths
6 Gordon Pl, New Providence Boro$679,000
116 Fairview Ave, New Providence Boro
2 beds · 1.1 baths
116 Fairview Ave, New Providence Boro$1,349,000
491 Central Ave, New Providence Boro
4 beds · 5 baths · 4401 sq ft
491 Central Ave, New Providence Boro
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About New Providence
When is trash pickup in New Providence?+
Trash and recycling schedules vary by street in New Providence. Visit the New Providence 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 New Providence?+
New Providence 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 New Providence municipal site for enrollment information and school assignments by address.
How do I get a parking permit in New Providence?+
Parking permits in New Providence are issued through the municipal clerk or parking authority. Requirements and fees vary. Contact New Providence 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 New Providence?+
New Providence 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 New Providence municipal website for local park listings.
How do I contact New Providence municipal offices?+
The New Providence municipal offices handle permits, licenses, tax payments, and general resident services. Contact information is available on the official New Providence 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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