Union County News

MONTCLAIR, NJ — Montclair State University has announced its Fall 2025 Dean’s List, recognizing students who demonstrated strong academic achievement during the semester.To earn Dean’s List honors, students must achieve a semester GPA of 3.50 or high

MONTCLAIR, NJ — Montclair State University has announced its Fall 2025 Dean’s List, recognizing students who demonstrated strong academic achievement during the semester.To earn Dean’s List honors, students must achieve a semester GPA of 3.50 or high

ELIZABETH, NJ - Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy has been selected as an Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) National Demonstration School in an announcement made during a validation event at the school and on the Elizabeth Pub

SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Township Planner Michael Mistretta briefed the Springfield Planning Board at its April 16 meeting on the status of the township’s ongoing master plan update, outlining next steps for board members and explaining a late development a

ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Registration is now open for Roselle Park's annual borough-wide spring garage sale.The two-day event is scheduled for June 13 and 14, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both days, rain or shine.“This event encourages our community to visit t

CRANFORD, NJ - Each Arbor Day, communities across the country pause to recognize the value of trees. In Cranford, that tradition is rooted in the memory of one of its most storied landmarks, a towering pepperidge tree known as “Old Peppy,” whose lega

ROSELLE, NJ — The Borough of Roselle hosted its annual Autism Awareness Flag Raising Event Monday to celebrate Autism Awareness Month.Despite the chilly conditions, residents attended the event, which was hosted in front of Borough Hall, in part

SPRINGFIELD, NJ - The Two Hundred Club of Union County will recognize the bravery and dedication of local first responders during its 57th Annual Valor Awards Luncheon on Friday, May 15, 2026.The event will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at

CRANFORD, NJ - Pickleball players in Cranford no longer need to plan far in advance or commit to a league to get on the court. With expanded hours, flexible pricing, and multiple drop-in options, the township has made it easier than ever for resident

ROSELLE, NJ — Calling it “a dynamic new chapter for local leadership,” Roselle has launched the Roselle Borough Youth Council.For residents between the ages of 15 and 24, the council is for those who are interested in leadership and service.“This pro

ELIZABETH, NJ - The Elizabeth Softball Team secured its 5th victory of the season on Thursday, defeating Kent Place 8-4. Anabelle Glavey led the way with two home runs and three RBI. Gabrielle Rojas hit a solo home run, scored two runs, and drew

ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Roselle Park will honor fallen heroes at the borough's annual Memorial Day parade and service on Monday, May 25.“On Memorial Day, we honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country,” Mayor Joseph Signorello Jr.&nbs

ELIZABETH, NJ – Mayor J. Christian Bollwage, the City of Elizabeth, and the New Jersey Clean Communities Council are inviting residents to take part in the 2026 Earth Day Cleanup on Wednesday, April 22.The community-wide event will take place from 9

ELIZABETH, NJ - Four high schools of Elizabeth Public Schools were recognized by the College Board as members of the College Board 2025 AP School Honor Roll. Elizabeth High School – Frank J. Cicarell Academy (EHS – FJC), Alexander Ham

SPRINGFIELD, NJ – The Springfield Township Committee unanimously adopted Ordinance 2026‑05 at its April 14 meeting.The ordinance removes the permit‑parking requirement on the east side of Profitt Avenue. The restriction was originally created decades

ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Roselle Park is counting on volunteers to help clean up the borough this weekend.The annual spring cleanup returns on Saturday, April 18, starting at 10 a.m.Volunteers will meet at the Casano Community Center and then head to their

HILLSIDE, NJ — The Community FoodBank of New Jersey held its annual 24-hour pack-a-thon on Friday with a special guest.Gov. Mikie Sherrill spent time volunteering at the Hillside facility and packed some meals for neighbors in need.“We were honored t

HILLSIDE, NJ — Members of the cast of Radium Girls at Hillside High School are being recognized by Montclair State University.Leilani Ortega, Clyde Gibbons, Kyrene Lugue and Frantzcheskayla Delma, who were nominated for Foxy Awards, which will be han

HILLSIDE, NJ — An eighth-grade student from Hillside Innovation Academy is being recognized for her financial savvy after earning top honors in a statewide competition.Uwaila Agheyisi was named one of seven winners in the 2026 Stock Market Challenge