Union County News

Elizabeth's Welcome Station received the Leisa Collins Historic Preservation Award for exemplary stewardship. The station opened last month as a cultural gateway showcasing the city's diverse

Ash Brook Golf Course members report holes 14-17 flooding after rain, making them unplayable. County waiting for NJDEP permit to make drainage improvements.

Terminal A at Newark Liberty International Airport in Elizabeth receives Skytrax five-star recognition, boosting employment and economic growth in the community.

Atlantic Health honors four departing Board of Trustees members. McCracken, Herbst, Vigorita, and Parr conclude service to Union County healthcare system.

Elizabeth celebrates 10 years of tourism growth. 2024 visitor spending reached $748 million with $1.1 billion economic impact. FIFA World Cup 2026 upcoming.

Union County honors RWJBarnabas Health Street Medicine Program at Trinitas Regional Medical Center. New Jersey's first program bringing healthcare to homeless.

CAU members celebrate Special Olympics medals, published book about mental health, and statewide disability advocacy. Meet the people making an impact.

Atlantic Health appoints three new trustees with expertise in nonprofit development, patient care, and healthcare mergers. Meet the board's new leadership.

Soccer fans in New Jersey will wait four years to watch World Cup games live in their state. Local bars have been flooded with fans during the current tournament, including The Lobby in Elizabeth where crowds gathered to watch the Morocco vs. Portugal quarterfinal on December 10, 2022.

Elizabeth Public Library hosts Banned Books Week passport tour September 28. Explore historic Elizabeth sites and reflect on censorship and free expression.

Union County Board of Commissioners approved lowering the threshold for project labor agreement requirements from $5 million to $3 million in response to a new state law mandate, expanding opportunities for union construction workers and strengthening labor standards on public projects.

Elizabeth is a city in the midst of a transformation. New luxury apartments, a burgeoning dining scene, pulsating nightlife, riverside parks and …

Hydrant flushing continues in Elizabeth through August 7. Expect temporary water discoloration or reduced pressure. This routine maintenance removes sediment and improves water quality.

Whether you plan to stay for a day, weekend or even longer, we're confident our city — featuring a wide array of multicultural culinary eats, …

Elizabeth is recruiting entry-level firefighters for 2026. Applications are due by August 31 at 4:00 p.m. Testing scheduled for December 2026 and January 2027.

Watchung Reservation trails closed after Friday's severe storm. Downed electrical lines shut down Deserted Village of Feltville. Restoration estimated 2+ weeks.

Game On! announces World Cup-inspired summer events in Elizabeth celebrating culture, community, and opportunity.

Neighborhood Health in Elizabeth is hosting a free community celebration August 7, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., with health screenings, food, music, and activities for all ages.