Union County News

RAHWAY, NJ — Residents and birders alike were treated to a prehistoric-looking surprise this past weekend. A sandhill crane, a bird more commonly associated with the wide-open prairies of the Midwest than the streets of Union County, was spotted

RAHWAY, NJ — The City of Rahway and Rahway Special Improvement District are pleased to bring together a curated group of local artisans in downtown Rahway on Saturday, May 16, for the East Cherry Street Artisan Market, part of the larger NJ Art &

RAHWAY, NJ — On Wednesday, May 6, at 7 p.m., the Rahway High School (RHS) Performing Arts Department will be holding its annual spring concert! There will be a total of six performances throughout the duration of the night: Wind Ensemble, Sympho

RAHWAY, NJ — The Rutgers Future Scholars (RFS) in Rahway has just published its latest newsletter!Click here to see RFS's April newsletter and stay tuned for TAPinto's continuing coverage of the Rutgers Future Scholars program in Rahway.For more on t

RAHWAY, NJ — On Thursday, April 23, Rahway High School (RHS) celebrated “Bring Your Child to Work Day” in festive style, packing the day with activities, experiments, photography, dancing, games, and more. Dr. Michelle Panichi, RHS's new principal, s

RAHWAY, NJ — On Thursday, April 23, the Rahway Academy participated as one of 17 teams in the Jr. Minuteman Games, a relay-style meet for middle schoolers. The Rahway team performed exceptionally well.For the boys, a total of four medals were won.&nb

RAHWAY, NJ — Roosevelt Elementary School opened its doors to a younger-than-usual crowd this week as it celebrated "Take Your Child to Work Day" on April 23. The halls were filled with energy and curiosity as over 50 children joined the Roosevelt com

RAHWAY, NJ — Between May 2 and May 7, stop by the Rahway Public Library to experience Starlab! Starlab is an inflatable planetarium that projects a variety of astronomical images that both educate and entertain.The Starlab event is sponsored by

RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway Public School District announced the following information regarding the May 19th regular Board of Education (BOE) meeting:THE REGULAR BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING on May 19, 2026, will return to its original location at Rahway

RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway Academy Spanish classes engaged in an action verb egg hunt before the spring break. This activity turned vocabulary review into a spirited competition, blending movement with quick-thinking language sk

RAHWAY, NJ — On Tuesday, April 14, the halls of Roosevelt Elementary School echoed with song and spirit as students took the stage for the school’s 2nd annual Music & Movement Performance. Led by music teacher Ms. Baker, the event served as a vib

RAHWAY, NJ — Members of the Rahway High School (RHS) JAG (Jobs for America's Graduates) program attended New Jersey Legislative Day back at the end of March at the New Jersey State House in Trenton. The event provided students with the opportunity to

RAHWAY, NJ — On Friday, February 20, and Thursday, February 26, the Rahway7th and 8th Grade Academy proudly honored and celebrated its 7th and 8th-grade students, respectively, for their outstanding academic achievement during Marking

RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway 7th and 8th Grade Academy hosted a dynamic and thought-provoking Black History Month Program on March 4, centered on the theme: “Affluent African American Cities That Vanished.” The program offered a meaningful explo

RAHWAY, NJ — On Monday, March 30, the Union County Performing Arts Center's Hamilton Stage served as the backdrop for a stunning display of local talent during the Rahway Public School District’s annual student art show. Roosevelt Elementary School s

RAHWAY, NJ — Mrs. Frankie Bailey, a beloved caregiver, community member, and friend to many, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and service. She was born on June 25, 1950, in Charlotte, North Carolina. As a mili

RAHWAY, NJ — This week, Tuesday through Thursday, April 28–30, students at Rahway High School (RHS) will take the New Jersey Student Learning Assessments (NJSLA), statewide assessments in mathematics, English Language Arts (ELA), and science. Adminis