Union County News

New Providence library Children's Room closed for re-carpeting and updates. Started August 17. No reopening date announced.

Roselle Rams football hires new head coach James Roach. 30-year Roselle resident focuses on building depth. Season opens September 5.

Gabrielle Gilles arrested on simple assault charge. Scotch Plains Republican council candidate says she'll remain in race. Party supports her.

Gabrielle Gilles, Republican candidate for Scotch Plains council, arrested. Says she will remain in race. Charges not yet confirmed.

Fanwood officials address SoHo building safety concerns. Fire access and code compliance reviewed. No life safety issues identified August 10.

New Providence Borough Council approves data center zoning restrictions. Introduces handicap parking ordinance. Discusses communications improvements.

Best in Grass 2nd annual cannabis competition. Union County residents can judge NJ cannabis brands. Kits available at Queen City Remedies Plainfield.

Summit Tier Garage repairs begin August 17. $3.3 million project. Parking alternatives available. Work Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

Cranford cyclist killed in fatal Route 22 hit-and-run crash in Mountainside, August 6. Driver charged. Fundraiser supports family.

Springfield Planning Board postpones Route 22 East development hearing to September 14, 2026. MMPD Cars K LLC application. Autoland dealership.

Rahway Public Schools announces bell-to-bell personal device policy for 2026-2027 school year. Superintendent Dr. Aleya Shoieb implements state law.

Dr. Winston Jackson will continue as Interim Assistant Principal at Governor Livingston High School in Berkeley Heights for the 2026-2027 school year after joining the district in April 2026.

The Westfield Memorial Library hosts the 'Small Art, Big Impact' exhibit by the Westfield Art Association, featuring works by 31 member artists. A closing reception on August 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. will allow visitors to meet the artists.

First-year head coach Sydney Esteves is leading the Roselle girls volleyball program with a focus on building a lasting foundation rather than measuring success solely by wins and losses.

Over 600 jobseekers attended the United Way of Greater Union County's Workforce Development Job Fair at the Plainfield Performing Arts Center, which featured more than 50 employers.

The Westfield girls volleyball team aims to return to championship contention after falling to Old Bridge 3-2 in last year's Group 4 final. Senior co-captains Annelise Bonn and Lillian Wood lead a squad that posted a 24-6 record last season.

Kenilworth Public Library September programs include card making, fiber arts, knitting, weaving, spinning. Free adult programming.

Chuck Salzman named Summit PAL 2026 Citizen of the Year. Peerless Beverage president honored for community service and charitable giving.

Raising Cane's opens in Linden, creates 110 jobs. Louisiana chicken chain's ninth New Jersey location. School arts donation partnership.