Union County News

CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast of Cranford Radio compiles what's happening in Cranford: Drive-Thru Food Drive — Saturday, May 9 The need for food never goes away and the Cranford United Methodist Church is holding their

CRANFORD, NJ - On May 1, the Cranford Dramatic Club held its opening night for Fiddler on the Roof, continuing the theater’s 107th season. Fiddler on the Roof opened on Broadway in 1964, with its original run lasting for over 3,000 performa

CRANFORD, N.J. — A driver was taken into custody Sunday night after fleeing police and crashing on Orange Avenue, according to a statement from the Cranford Police Department.The crash occurred at approximately 9:55 p.m. on May 3, when officers initi

CRANFORD, NJ - Work on the Cranford Public Library expansion project was temporarily halted last month after the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) issued a stop-work order against a subcontractor tied to the site, citing wage theft and mul

CRANFORD, NJ — A driver was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated following a rollover crash Saturday night on Walnut Avenue, according to a statement from the Cranford Police Department.Police said officers responded at approximately 10

CRANFORD, NJ - Downtown Cranford will turn into a lively, after-hours shopping and social destination on Friday, May 8, as the Cranford Woman’s Club hosts its annual Sip & Shop from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., offering a mix of wine tastings, special

CRANFORD, N.J. — A new network television drama is bringing lights, cameras and production crews to Cranford Monday, as filming for the upcoming CBS series “Cupertino” takes place on Holly Street.The show, expected to debut during the 2026–27 televis

CRANFORD, N.J. — An Essex County man was charged with multiple offenses, including aggravated assault on law enforcement, following an incident late Wednesday night on South Avenue East, according to the Cranford Police Department.Police said officer

CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast of Cranford Radio compiles what's happening in Cranford: Spring Market Fair — Sunday, May 3 The TBEMC Sisterhood is holding the fair in the temple’s parking lot. A wide va

CRANFORD, NJ - With Mother’s Day approaching, the owners of The Cranford Bookstore are offering a curated trio of fiction picks that balance escapism, humor, and emotional depth, just in time for spring gifting. The recommendations come with an

CRANFORD, NJ - Cranford resident Sean Swift delivered a standout performance at the 2026 Boston Marathon in April, finishing 101st overall and placing fifth among runners age 40 and older in one of the world’s most competitive races. The 2026 field i

CRANFORD, NJ - Cranford’s coffee scene continues to grow with the recent opening of Aura Coffee Roasters at 109 Walnut Avenue, bringing a focus on small-batch roasting and house-made ingredients to the downtown.Owner Argjend Berisha and his wife, Fjo

CRANFORD, NJ - The Township Committee’s April 21 meeting opened with a focus on environmental stewardship, volunteerism, and a slate of spring initiatives, as officials highlighted community engagement efforts alongside upcoming infrastructure projec

CRANFORD, NJ - A flash of red in early May has become more than a fleeting sighting for Cranford resident Christine Dyer. It has turned into a yearly ritual, a marker of the season, and a reminder to slow down and pay attention.Dyer, a photographer a

CRANFORD, NJ - A winning night of trivia is turning into a new ice cream flavor in town. CranGPT, the first-place team at the Cranford Fund for Educational Excellence’s (CFEE) 2026 Trivia Night, earned the opportunity to create and name a custom flav

CRANFORD, NJ - Donating to a local food drive is getting a little easier this spring, as Cranford scouts bring back a popular “Scouting for Food” effort with a drive-through option designed for busy schedules.On Saturday, May 9, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.

CRANFORD, NJ — Since pulling out a thrilling nine-inning victory over Gov. Livingston on April 16, the subsequent week was a challenging one for the Cranford baseball team.The Cougars lost a one-run road game at Watchung Hills, got swept in a two-gam

CRANFORD, NJ - A Cranford teenager behind a growing youth sports program is now in the running for a national honor, with voting set to close tomorrow.Cody DeCoons, 14, founder of Sports Sitters, has been named a finalist for the Entrepreneur of Impa

CRANFORD, NJ - Each Arbor Day, communities across the country pause to recognize the value of trees. In Cranford, that tradition is rooted in the memory of one of its most storied landmarks, a towering pepperidge tree known as “Old Peppy,” whose lega