Union County News

Michael Pennisi, Republican candidate for New Providence Borough Council, details financial management background and experience in candidate Q&A for November 3 election.

Jonathan Dayton girls volleyball defeated Union 2-1 Thursday. Bulldogs rallied after losing first set 25-21, won sets 2-3 (25-23, 25-12). Sofia Battaglia 11 kills.

Arthur L. Johnson's marching band swept top caption awards at a New Jersey Marching Band Directors Association contest on September 19, earning first place in group and Best Music, Visual, and Effects. The 2026 production is titled "Fractured."

New Providence WR Quentin Moore named Pioneer Athlete of the Week. Senior has 8 catches, 4 TDs through 3 games; plays lacrosse; undefeated team.

Dayton football defeated Roselle Park 40-25 Friday to improve to 4-1 undefeated with fourth consecutive victory. Tyler Fuscaldo rushed for 3 TDs.

Coach Giovanni Cerullo builds youth basketball and baseball in Mountainside through PAL programs. Formally recognized Sept. 16 for 17+ seasons coaching.

Our House nonprofit opened new 26,000-sq-ft facility in New Providence on Sept. 25, consolidating 46 years of operations under one roof for first time.

Linden Public Schools cross country program building momentum with emerging leader Jeremiah Osei. Both squads grow in participation and confidence heading into October championships.

New Providence football remained undefeated Friday with dominant 48-0 victory over Roselle. Vikings move to 4-0 with dominant first-half performance.

The Lockwood Group donated $10,000 to Imagine, A Center for Coping with Loss, and created butterfly art installation at Mountainside center. Free grief support.

Scotch Plains Police alert: Increase in financial telephone scams and package thefts. Know the red flags and protective measures. Contact police with concerns.

New Providence coastal storm this weekend: 35-45 mph winds, rain Friday-Sunday. No primary flooding expected. Prepare now. Power outage reporting info.

Roselle's Hispanic Heritage Fiesta on September 26 honored community contributors across education, law enforcement, and business. 45% of Roselle is Hispanic.

Roselle's 2026 budget hearing reveals $3.9M fund balance decline. Council addresses state review, surplus overestimation, and past financial mismanagement.

Linden Police Department issues nor'easter weather advisory for today through weekend. Strong winds (60 mph gusts), rain, and potential tidal flooding expected.

Roselle's Multicultural Festival on September 19 celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month and the borough's diverse community. 44.2% of residents are Hispanic/Latino.

Linden student Roxy Yataco Lopez launched Cards for Hospitalized Kids at the library. Teens ages 13-18 create cards Fridays 3:30-4:30 p.m. Register now.

Mountainside proclaims October 3 as Ruth C. Leist Day honoring resident's 100th birthday. Leist has lived in borough since 1956, raised 4 children.

NJ's cocktails-to-go law is now permanent. Mountainside's Mosaico owner discusses liability concerns and why his restaurant isn't adopting the practice.