Union County News
Hyperlocal stories from all 21 Union County municipalities.
CommunityTAPintoTraffic Alert: PSEG Work to Snarl Roads Across Summit Through Friday
SUMMIT, NJ — Motorists should plan for delays across several areas of Summit this week as utility work is scheduled on multiple roadways, according to city officials.From Monday, May 4 through Friday, May 8, road work conducted by PSEG is expected to
CommunityTAPintoRoselle Public Schools Launches Portrait of a Graduate
ROSELLE, NJ — Roselle Public Schools is officially introducing a new district initiative that’s designed to prepare students for success in college, careers and life.Titled ‘The Portrait of a Graduate’, the forward-thinking framework is an effo
CommunityTAPintoTension to Triumph: Summit Boys Tennis Turns Late Match Chaos Into County Title Glory
SUMMIT, NJ — The pressure was building on the tennis courts, the kind of late-match tension that usually decides a season’s turning point.Instead, it may have defined oneSummit boys tennis continued its dominant run with a 4-1 win over Westfield in t
CommunityTAPintoThis Week's Happenings at Linden Public Library
This Week at #lindenpubliclibrary | May 4th-9thMon, 5/4: ** Double Dutch Jump Rope Workshop @ 4 PMMon, 5/4: ** Intro to Tarot Teen Program @ 4 PMTues, 5/5: Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, 5/5: Movie: Oscar Film Series: Blue Moon (2025, R, 1:40) @ 1 PMTues, 5
CommunityTAPintoWater Line Installation Planned for Dog Park and Community Garden in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — A new water line will soon serve both the planned Springfield Dog Park and the adjacent community garden, administrator John Bussiculo announced during the April 28 Township Committee meeting.“We’ve contacted the water company,” Bus
CommunityTAPintoSpringfield Awarded $70K for Irwin Park Tennis Court Improvements
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Adam Lieb, director of the Springfield Recreation Department, reported on the status of pool readiness, playground improvements and summer programs during the April 28 Township Committee meeting.Lieb announced that Springfield has b
CommunityTAPintoMaple Street Outdoor Dining Debate Reignites as Council Braces For Public Hearing Clash
SUMMIT, NJ — Maple Street is headed back to the center of a political fight in Summit, where a proposal to once again allow seasonal pedestrian use and outdoor dining is dividing the Common Council over process, safety, and how far downtown flexibili
CommunityTAPintoSummit Area YMCA Love and Legacy 5K Draws Record 500-Plus Runners in Support of LIVESTRONG Program
SUMMIT, NJ — The sun was out, the coffee was hot, and the Summit Green was buzzing with energy Sunday morning as more than 500 runners, walkers, stroller-pushers and four-legged participants turned out for the Summit Area YMCA's annual Love and Legac
CommunityTAPintoWestfield Week in Review: Park Plans, BOE, New Restaurants Coming
WESTFIELD, NJ — The Tamaques Park redesign concept plans are out, and the town council wants your feedback.The Westfield Board of Education held its annual reorganization meeting on Tuesday, swearing in two new members and one returning member,
CommunityTAPintoYarnall Powers Summit Softball to 19th Straight Win
SUMMIT, NJ — After an 0-2 start that now feels like a distant memory, Summit High School softball has ripped off 19 straight wins and continued its dominant run with a 6-3 road victory over New Providence on Saturday.No. 3 Summit (19-2, 12-0 UCC Moun
CommunityTAPintoFour OT Thriller in Summit Lacrosse
SUMMIT, NJ — In a rivalry that cuts straight through the heart of Summit, Oak Knoll School stunned Kent Place School on Saturday with a four-overtime, 9-8 thriller that felt more like a season-defining moment than a regular-season game.The tension bu
CommunityTAPintoALJ Softball Team Celebrates Seniors!
CLARK, NJ — On Tuesday, April 28, the Arthur L. Johnson (ALJ) High School softball team (16-2) held its Senior Day, prior to the start of its home game against Roselle Park. The team went on to win the game 11-1.Following the game, players, coaches,
CommunityTAPintoFuture Educators and Leaders Take Over: Rahway's Roosevelt Elementary Hosts Successful ‘Take Your Child to Work Day’
RAHWAY, NJ — Roosevelt Elementary School opened its doors to a younger-than-usual crowd this week as it celebrated "Take Your Child to Work Day" on April 23. The halls were filled with energy and curiosity as over 50 children joined the Roosevelt com
CommunityTAPintoClark Volunteer Emergency Squad Hosting Blood Drive on Monday, May 4
CLARK, NJ — The Clark Volunteer Emergency Squad (CVES) is hosting a blood drive on Monday, May 4. You are invited to donate between 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at the Clark Volunteer Emergency Squad House, located at 875 Raritan Road. The Squad mak
CommunityTAPintoCasual Gathering Brought Residents, Local Leaders, and Rotary Members Together for Conversation, Connection and Indoor Golf at GolfCube Social
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — The Rotary Club of Mountainside recently traded a traditional meeting room for a golf simulator bay, hosting a casual meet-up at GolfCube Social for an evening of conversation, connection, and indoor golf.The event gave curren
CommunityTAPintoKenilworth VFW Invites Community to Honor Deceased Veterans at 2026 Flag Planting Event
KENILWORTH, NJ - On Saturday, May 23, members of the Kenilworth VFW and Scout Troops will be placing flags on veterans graves at Graceland Memorial Park located at 1900 Galloping Hill Road. The public is invited to join starting with breakf
CommunityTAPintoKenilworth Recap: Two Ton Brewing, Brearley Softball, First Career Fair & More
KENILWORTH, NJ - Did you miss this past week's top stories? Catch up on what you missed in the links below. The top ten are posted by the page views of the week, according to Google Analytics.Kenilworth's Two Ton Brewing Closes TemporarilyKenilworth
CommunityTAPintoOne MTSD: Stronger Together Launches May Period Product Drive with Community FoodBank of New Jersey
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — One MTSD: Stronger Together is partnering with the Women Fighting Hunger Initiative at the Community FoodBank of New Jersey to host a period product drive throughout the month of May.The drive coincides with Women’s Health Mon
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence BOE Presents Digital Wellness and Communication Goals Update
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Board of Education (BOE) continued its deep dive into the board goals at its Thursday, April 30 meeting. This time the board explained “Promoting Digital Wellness” and “Enhancing Family Engagement & Communications” goals.
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence BOE Approves the 2026-2027 School Budget
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Board of Education (BOE) approved the 2026-2027 school budget at its Thursday, April 30 meeting. Vice President Stacey Gunderman and Board Member Donna Zane provided the budget presentation. The $53.5 million operating budget