Union County News

Union County's Division on Aging holds its annual public meeting September 22 at the Plainfield Senior Center. Seniors and caregivers are welcome.

Plainfield Third Ward City Councilman Charles McRae dies at 73. Read tribute details, civic achievements, and municipal council leadership facts.

Approximately 40 runners from the Tunnel to Towers Foundation's 9/11 Remembrance Run passed through Plainfield on September 10, 2026, on their 485-mile journey from Shanksville, Pennsylvania to Lower Manhattan. The run honors those lost on September 11, 2001, while raising funds for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

Plainfield introduces a municipal operating budget featuring a 5.4% tax increase amid fierce local debates over structural deficits and spending.

New Jersey's new e-bike law officially goes into effect, establishing classifications, speed limits, and safety regulations for riders. Read more.

Plainfield operates without an adopted 2026 municipal budget as Mayor Adrian Mapp releases three years of revenue reports amid an ongoing standoff with City Council.

Demolition begins on G.O. Kellers building on South Avenue in Plainfield. After 130 years, development will bring 71-unit apartment building.

Plainfield campaign sign ordinance MC 2026-25 effective August 30. 14-day removal requirement, public facility bans. Questions remain about implementation.

Plainfield City Council passes ordinance requiring PILOT transparency reports. Mayor threatens veto citing separation of powers issue.

Sacred Heart Church hosts Third Annual Oktoberfest Family Festival September 26 in South Plainfield. Beer, food, music, car display, petting zoo, pig roast.

South Plainfield boys soccer enters 2026 under coach Kyle Dennis with 10 returning goal scorers and junior goalie Iker Cunalata. Preview the Tigers roster.

Plainfield students at UC TEAMS Charter School start live Mandarin classes with teachers in China this September to build language and global culture skills.

South Plainfield Police recruiting at September 17 open house. Starting academy pay $45,435, top patrol officer pay $148,977. Minimum age 18, maximum 35.

Plainfield Schools implement phone policy September 8, 2026. Devices stored school day, new state law requirement, enforcement procedures.

Sayreville defeats Plainfield 23-19 football Friday night. Sherwin Appiah dominant, Tyree Huff quarterback. High school football game recap.

Marshalls grand opening Watchung donates $10,000 Star Fish Food Pantry Plainfield. Nonprofit emergency food assistance since 1971.

Plainfield Officer Bernel Harrison retires 25 years. Community celebration, mentorship programs, School Resource Officer, youth engagement legacy.

Plainfield utility pole snapped South Avenue near Leland Avenue. Police, Fire, PSE&G response, G.O. Kellers demolition area emergency.

Plainfield Workforce Development Institute trades training facility nears opening. Former youth center redeveloped South Second Street, early 2027.