Union County News

CWA Local 1080 social services and clerical workers address Union County Commissioners to request fair raises and contract terms. Read the full report.

Elizabeth High School Frank J. Cicarell Academy ranks 20th in New Jersey in the latest U.S. News rankings. Read details on local academic achievements.

Union County offers free back to school vaccines and physicals in Elizabeth on September 21. Pre-registration is required by September 11

Discover the rich heritage of the Lenape people at the Elizabeth Public Library on October 3, 2026, featuring a lecture, interactive exhibits, and kids' crafts.

Faithful from across the tri-state area gathered at St. Fanourios Church in Elizabeth for the Great Festal Vespers and Divine Liturgy honoring the Holy Great Martyr.

The Elizabeth Police Department is hiring local residents as school crossing guards for the school year at a starting rate of 18 dollars per hour.

Union County clerical and social workers from Communications Workers of America Local 1080 demanded fair contracts and raises at the August 27 Board of Commissioners meeting in Elizabeth, citing rising costs of living.

HACE hosts a free Family Fun Day at Drotar Field in Elizabeth on Thursday at 12:30 p.m. — games, barbecue, bouncy house, and school supplies.

Union County Savings Bank brings back Passbook CDs combining certificate of deposit security with traditional passbook experience. Available now to customers.

Elizabeth Public Schools begins cell phone-free school day September 10. Personal devices checked at arrival, returned at dismissal. Staff support available.

Elizabeth Portugal Day Committee holds 21st Annual Fishing Derby at Warinanco Park on September 12. Open to children 15 and younger.

Elizabeth High School football dominates season opener, defeating Carteret 53-6. QB A'rique Fleming completes 14 of 16 passes with three touchdowns.

Elizabeth Fire Department's 2026 entry-level firefighter recruitment application deadline was August 31. Next hiring cycle and Civil Service info available. (155 characters)

NJ Motor Vehicle Commission Mobile Unit visits Elizabeth on September 14, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Schedule appointments for Real ID and registration renewal. (150 characters)

Elizabeth High School ranked 20th in New Jersey by U.S. News 2026. 99 percent graduation rate, AP exam achievement, college readiness education rankings.

Alice Debowski, special education teacher at J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy, named Union County Teacher of the Year 2026-27.

Elizabeth Annual Book Bag Giveaway August 25. Free book bags for students. Six locations, 4-6 p.m. Elizabeth residents only.

Elizabeth Public Schools is preparing students for a new bell-to-bell cell phone and personal electronic device policy. District officials are encouraging parents to help their children prepare for the transition through strategies like building screen-free stamina, framing the change positively, and encouraging in-person connections.