Union County News

New Jersey AI Data Center Tax Credits eliminated. Governor signed Macurdy bill. $250 million in uncommitted incentives removed, CoreWeave award protected.

Plainfield Elizabeth residents arrested illegal dumping Union County parks. Green Brook Park Warinanco Sports Complex August 2026 police charges.

Westfield resident Kenneth Thom sentenced 2 years federal prison. Investment adviser fraud, 66 victims, $786,234 stolen, SDNY Manhattan sentencing.

Clark branch pickup week of August 24 2026. Roadwork delays possible. Public Works yard access impact, collection timeline, resident preparation.

Clark Westfield Avenue road work August 24-28. Milling paving striping traffic delays Brandt Avenue Raritan Road.

Elizabeth High School ranked 20th in New Jersey by U.S. News 2026. 99 percent graduation rate, AP exam achievement, college readiness education rankings.

Clark Township residents can report missed recycling pickups online. Complete municipal form to notify Recycling Coordinator and hauler for service correction.

ALJ Crusaders football team spent time at First Children School in Plainfield, participating in classroom activities and supporting children with specialized education needs.

Roselle Police and Fire Departments recruiting. Police officer and firefighter positions open. Application deadline September 15 2026.

Linden Police Department 2nd Annual Union County Crisis Intervention Team CIT Barbeque. Mental health crisis training, community partnership event.

Linden Public Schools welcomes new teachers August 25 2026. Soul Train celebration, Tiger mascot, staff appreciation, New Teacher Orientation.

Linden High School NJROTC Freshman Summer Orientation August 2026. 110 incoming students, drone demonstrations, leadership program. Largest NJROTC unit.

New Jersey American Water $1.6 million Springfield water system upgrade. Water main replacement, fire hydrant installation, lead pipe removal.

Springfield man charged with e-bike theft at Millburn Bagel-4-You. Police recovered stolen bike, arrested suspect August 7 incident.

Seven candidates filed for three Linden Board of Education seats. Two teams and one independent candidate running in the November 3, 2026 election.

Mountainside borough council approves $797,000 Beechwood Athletic Field contract. Soccer field expansion, paving project, new police officer hired.

Harding Elementary School in Kenilworth is accepting applications for free and reduced-price school meals for 2026-2027. Deadline is approximately October 21.

Scotch Plains and Fanwood students named to Kean University Dean's List for Spring 2026. Academic honor recognizes excellence with GPA 3.45 or higher.

The Riverside Inn in Cranford named one of USA TODAY Best Bars of 2026. Over a century of neighborhood history, community resilience, and speakeasy past.