Union County News

Clark Township utility work alert: Elizabethtown Gas performing work on seven streets this week. Road closures, lane restrictions, and delays expected.

Clark Youth Football third through eighth graders worked with Arthur L. Johnson varsity Crusaders at a summer clinic on August 19, learning drills and connecting with high school mentors.

Arthur L. Johnson boys soccer varsity and JV teams lost their season openers to Elizabeth 3-0. Goalie Patrick Lewis had seven saves for the Crusaders.

Arthur L. Johnson High School marching band fall competition schedule 2026. First competition September 19 at Scotch Plains-Fanwood. Finals at TCNJ November 1.

Clark police announce scheduled road closures and traffic detours for Monday. Review alternate routes and commuter advisories online.

Arthur L. Johnson High School girls soccer defeats Brearley to improve its record to 3-0 with strong teamwork and solid defense.

Valley Road School in Clark holds Kindergarten Signing Day to welcome incoming students. Read school events, education facts, and district updates.

Clark Police Department announces Saturday road closures and detours for local construction and paving. Read traffic details and police facts.

Clark Board of Education announces a trustee vacancy. Read application requirements, deadline dates, and interview process details for residents.

Clark Police Department issues a traffic advisory due to heavy congestion near 7 Brew on Westfield Avenue. Read travel warnings and detour details.

Clark Township requests residents submit storm damage reports by July 8 for FEMA assessment. Read property reporting instructions on Union County Life.

Clark Township DPW starts curbside storm debris pickup following recent storms. Read branch placement guidelines and collection rules.

Clark Public Schools opens for the new academic year with facility upgrades, updated curriculum, and police school-zone enforcement. Read details.

Arthur L. Johnson High School boys varsity and JV soccer teams open the 2026 season with home losses to Elizabeth. Read the match highlights and upcoming schedule.

Clark Township will host its annual US Patriot Day ceremony at James A. Nelson Memorial Park on September 11, 2026, honoring 9/11 victims and local hero Officer James A. Nelson.

Clark Police issue an emergency traffic gridlock warning near the intersection of Westfield Avenue and Raritan Road due to a 7 Brew promotional event.

Arthur L. Johnson High School fall sports season begins August 31-September 5, 2026. Multiple girls and boys teams compete in home and away games.

Clark Community Alliance pollinator garden at Esposito Park features native wildflowers blooming spring through fall. Volunteer project supporting pollinators.

Clark Public Library Books Chat and Chow Kid's Book Club meets Wednesdays 4-4:45 p.m. for ages 5-12, grades 2-6. This month focuses on history topics