Union County News
Hyperlocal stories from all 21 Union County municipalities.
CommunityTAPintoClark PD Announces Road Construction Sites for May 11
CLARK, NJ — The Clark Police Department has issued the following announcement about road construction sites in town for Monday, May 11.The locations listed below will be active construction sites. When driving through these locations, please be sure
CommunityTAPintoKenilworth's Jimmy Buff's Cheesesteak Deal to End Soon
KENILWORTH, NJ - Jimmy Buff's located at 506 Boulevard, for the past couple of months has been offering a Monday five dollar cheesesteak special. Recently announced on social media the special will end on Monday, May 18. “Only two Mondays left,
CommunityTAPintoVehicle Towed in Plainfield as Police Investigate Homicide
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Sunday Night at around 10:30pm, the Union County Police towed a car believed, based on emergency radio transmissions, to be part of a homicide investigation.Several officers in three patrol vehicles were on Saint Nicholas Boulevar
CommunityTAPintoIherobiem of Jonathan Dayton H.S. Wins Union County Championship in Long Jump
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Jonathan Dayton High School delivered a strong showing at the 2026 Union County Track & Field Championships, highlighted by a county title, four total podium finishes, and multiple top‑10 performances in sprints, distance, hurdl
CommunityTAPintoAuthorities Investigating East Third Street Shooting in Plainfield
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Sunday at around 11am, there was a shooting on East Third Street in the vicinity of Milt Campbell Field on Plainfield's East End. Police and EMS personnel were observed on the scene shortly after the incident.The investigation is
CommunityTAPintoUnion to Host Two-Day Memorial Day Celebration
UNION, N.J. — A two-day Memorial Day celebration featuring a living history encampment, parade and commemorative program will take place May 24-25 in Union to honor the nation’s history and recognize those who have served in the military.The events w
CommunityTAPintoMichigan Deli Lunch Specials May 11
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out.Flank Steak, Veggies & Baked Potato $15.50Chicken Parmigiana over Linguine, Garlic Bread $15.50Chicken Cutlet, Eggplant, Asiago, Hot Che
CommunityTAPintoTour of Notable Homes Draws Hundreds to Experience Grand Westfield Residences
WESTFIELD, NJ — Hundreds of people visited Westfield on Saturday to view four historic residences and enjoy live music performances as part of the Friends of the New Jersey Festival Orchestra’s 39th annual Tour of Notable Homes. The event,
CommunityTAPintoSummit Baseball Rallies Into Union County Quarterfinals
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Summit High School Hilltoppers erased a late two-run deficit Friday and stunned New Providence High School Pioneers with a three-run fifth inning to secure a 5-4 road victory in the opening round of the Union County Tournament.Tr
CommunityTAPintoLehrer-Gibilisco Funeral Home Thanks RWJUH Rahway Staff with Annual Pizza Day Event on April 16
RAHWAY, NJ — On Thursday, April 16, Joe Gibilisco and Jim Zwiebel, the owners of Lehrer-Gibilisco Funeral Home, located at 275 W. Milton Ave. in Rahway, once again sponsored their "Employee Appreciation Pizza Day" for the doctors, nurses, and staff m
CommunityTAPintoClark's Kumpf Middle School Participates in Special Olympics Lincoln Tunnel Challenge
CLARK, NJ — On Sunday, May 3, students, friends, families, and staff from Carl H. Kumpf (CHK) Middle School joined the Special Olympics Lincoln Tunnel Challenge, where participants ran or walked through the Lincoln Tunnel to celebrate inclusion, frie
CommunityTAPintoRoselle Awarded $42,980 Clean Communities Grant
ROSELLE, NJ – Roselle Mayor Donald Shaw announced last week that the borough will be receiving a grant from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Solid Waste Division. The funds, totaling $42,980, is part of the Clean Communit
CommunityTAPinto2026 Memorial Day Celebration in Kenilworth
KENILWORTH, NJ - To pay tribute to the fallen heroes who died in service for our nation, on Monday, May 25, the Kenilworth VFW will hold its annual ceremony honoring all veterans at the Robert Jeans Memorial Park next to the Kenilworth Vete
CommunityTAPintoSummit Boys Lacrosse Reclaims Union County Crown
CLARK, NJ — One year after its Union County reign was interrupted, Summit High School Boys Lacrosse made sure the trophy returned home Sunday night.After falling behind early against first-time finalist Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Boys Lacrosse
CommunityTAPintoJoin City of Rahway for Haitian Flag Raising on May 12
RAHWAY, NJ — Join the City of Rahway on Tuesday, May 12, for a Haitian Flag Raising!The event will take place at 5 p.m. at Rahway Train Station Plaza.Haitian Flag Day is officially celebrated on May 18 and recognizes the creation of the Haitian flag,
CommunityTAPintoLearning about Venger Drawing at Clark Preschool
CLARK, NJ — Ms. Rebecca DePreta’s class in the Clark Preschool Program is learning all about venger drawing!Venger drawing is a part of the Tools of the Mind curriculum which focuses on shape recognition, fine motor skills, and creativity. Child
CommunityTAPintoKenilworth Recap: Police Recover Loaded Firearm, Brearley Softball Victory, St. T Student Places in County Poetry Contest & 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 Police Officers Recover Loaded Firearm Inside I
CommunityTAPintoHappy Mother's Day from TAPinto Kenilworth: Fun Facts
KENILWORTH, NJ - TAPinto Kenilworth wishes all our wonderful moms and mother role models out there a Happy Mother's Day.Here are ten fun facts to heighten your knowledge about this celebration. 1. Mother's Day is always celebrated ever
CommunityTAPintoA Scout’s Eagle Project Brings New Life — and a Community Together — at Beechwood’s ARK Habitat
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Behind Beechwood Elementary School, Lawrence Worth stood among fence posts, birdhouses, tree stumps and paving stones as Scouts, parents and troop leaders worked around him. The work was part of his Eagle Scout project — restoring
CommunityTAPintoSpringfield DPW Saves $6,000 by Printing Service Brochure In‑House
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Springfield’s Department of Public Works has saved approximately $6,000 by printing its annual service brochure in‑house rather than mailing it, DPW head Robert Boettcher told the Township Committee on April 28.“Due to the increasin