Union County News

Gabrielle Gilles arrested on simple assault charge. Scotch Plains Republican council candidate says she'll remain in race. Party supports her.

Gabrielle Gilles, Republican candidate for Scotch Plains council, arrested. Says she will remain in race. Charges not yet confirmed.

Temple Sholom High Holy Days September 5-21. Jewish community and interfaith welcome. Services, children's programs, tiered registration rates.

Rose Checchio breast cancer walk October 3 in Scotch Plains. Annual fundraiser honors local council member. Registration $25 adults, $10 children.

Scotch Plains emergency officials urge generator safety: never operate indoors, keep 15 feet from buildings, avoid rain or standing water.

Scotch Plains Home Improvement Program offers low-income homeowners up to $25k for repairs. No-interest, forgivable 10-year loan available.

Scotch Plains Fire Department deploys new SHERP amphibious vehicle. Used in July 3 storm response. Can climb 3-foot obstacles, traverse floodwater.

JCC of Central New Jersey launches The Village program for families with young children. Classes, parent support groups begin September 14, 2026.

Union County boys soccer 2025-2026 assists leaders recap. Jayden Torres (Summit) led county with 12. Scotch Plains-Fanwood, Cranford, Rahway strong.

Union County ANCHOR property tax relief: automatic payments for eligible residents. Confirmation letters mailed August 10. Sept 15 deadline for updates.

The Jewish Community Center of Central New Jersey launches The Village, a new early childhood program featuring classes like Ready, Set, School, Community Shabbat, and Grown-Up & Me classes for families with young children. All programs begin the week of September 14, 2026.

Showroom Hand Car Wash donates 20% of Supreme wash sales to Scotch Plains-Fanwood Music Boosters August 16-22. Support music program, Disney trip.

Soul Seduction performs R&B outdoors at Alan Augustine Green, 430 Park Ave., on Thursday, September 17 at 7 p.m.

Scotch Plains Parks and Recreation opens registration for Broadway & Bubbles preschool theatre program, ages 18 months-5 years. Deadline September 3.

Scotch Plains CEO Andrew Schwartz leads Endurance Home Care's New Jersey expansion. AI-enabled senior care hiring 200-300 employees. Northern NJ services.

Scotch Plains Fire Department's new SHERP all-terrain vehicle deployed during July 3 storm proved its value reaching residents over obstacles and water.

Kramer Manor community celebrates African American heritage at Somerset Patriots tribute night, supporting preservation of historic Scotch Plains/Fanwood.

Scotch Plains Parks and Recreation opens registration for Fall Adult Line Dancing program starting September 17. Classes Thursday evenings through November 5.

Scotch Plains Youth Police Academy graduates 20 recruits in 15th annual session. New field trips and hands-on learning emphasize police-community partnerships.