Union County News

Jonathan Dayton girls volleyball defeated Union 2-1 Thursday. Bulldogs rallied after losing first set 25-21, won sets 2-3 (25-23, 25-12). Sofia Battaglia 11 kills.

Springfield Police conducted pedestrian safety enforcement at Mountain Ave and N. Trivett Ave. 33 violations for failure to yield. Compliance reminder.

Springfield fall paving projects: re-striping, Linden/Wabeno ($323K), Fieldstone Drive ($105K). Work begins late Sept/early Oct. NJ DOT and County funded.

Springfield is implementing a state-mandated Watershed Inventory program. Phase 2 strategies are due December 31, 2026. Learn about water quality and local policy changes.

Dayton boys soccer defeated Brearley 4-3 in overtime Tuesday night, with Jacob Rosenfeld scoring the game-winner. The Bulldogs rallied from a 2-0 first-half deficit.

Dayton boys soccer opened its season with a 3-3 tie against Union Catholic after rallying from a 2-1 deficit and playing two overtime periods.

Patriot Way redevelopment nears completion in Springfield. Historic bell installed; exterior done, interior construction moving quickly toward completion.

Kiddie Academy of Springfield hosts a free Hero Play Day event featuring interactive obstacle courses, games, and family fun.

Jonathan Dayton High School boys soccer overcomes an early deficit to secure a thrilling 5-2 comeback victory over Boonton.

The Springfield Board of Education votes to reallocate capital funds from tennis court renovations to support district turf replacement projects.

Register your child online by October 4 for Springfield travel basketball tryouts covering girls Nettes and boys Minutemen teams in grades 4-8.

Read the recap of the Springfield Board of Education meeting approving key change orders and facility upgrades for local school district renovation projects.

Springfield updates recycling center signage to improve municipal compliance and sorting rules. Read drop-off hours and town facts.

St. Patrick School marks 155 years of Catholic educational excellence, community heritage, and academic rigor. Read school legacy facts.

Springfield Board of Education approves new teacher hires, support staff, and summer personnel for the 2026-27 school year. Read local facts.

Springfield advances LED lighting upgrades at township pumping stations to cut energy costs. Read project details, cost savings, and municipal facts.

Dayton High School football holds off David Brearley 14-7 in a tight local rivalry contest. Read game highlights and Springfield sports updates.

Springfield BID installs public Wi-Fi at newly opened Oakland Park to boost streetscapes and local business traffic. Read project details and facts.

Springfield Township falls under an unhealthy air quality alert. Read health advisories, sensitive group precautions, and local updates.