Union County News
Hyperlocal stories from all 21 Union County municipalities.
CommunityTAPintoBaseball: Cranford Falls to Bayonne, 6-3, on Senior Day
CRANFORD, NJ — Since pulling out a thrilling nine-inning victory over Gov. Livingston on April 16, the subsequent week was a challenging one for the Cranford baseball team.The Cougars lost a one-run road game at Watchung Hills, got swept in a two-gam
CommunityTAPintoGreat News For Anglers: Expanded Trout Season in Union County, with Echo Lake as a Standout Destination
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Anglers across Union County have more opportunities than ever to cast a line this spring, thanks to changes in New Jersey’s trout stocking program that are already reshaping the local fishing experience. At the center of that shift
CommunityTAPintoBaseball: Dayton Shuts Out Brearley, 6-0
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Dayton mounted a 10-hit attack and got shutout pitching from two arms in a 6-0 baseball victory over Brearley at TD Bank Park on Friday night.Marcus Garrod pitched 5 ⅔ two-hit innings with three strikeouts. Aidan Ferguson allo
CommunityTAPintoUnion Planning Board Backs Rehabilitation Designation for Stuyvesant Avenue Corridor
UNION, NJ - Union planning officials took a key step this week toward potential revitalization along a stretch of Stuyvesant Avenue, endorsing a study that found the corridor meets criteria for designation as an area in need of rehabilitation.During
CommunityTAPintoBorough of Mountainside Presents Plaque To Family of Marilyn and David Hart Who Are Remembered for Dedication and Service
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Some residents leave their mark through a single accomplishment. Others help shape the identity of a town through decades of leadership, generosity, and steady commitment to others.This week, the Borough of Mountainside Mayor and C
CommunityTAPintoHamilton Senior Receives Full Scholarship Through QuestBridge
ELIZABETH, NJ - Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy senior Yusrah Lawal has been awarded a full scholarship to the University of Pennsylvania through the 2025 QuestBridge National College Match, a national program that connects high-achieving
CommunityTAPintoElizabeth Baseball Defeats Johnson a Second Time to Extend Win Streak
ELIZABETH, NJ - The Elizabeth baseball team extended its win streak to two games on Thursday, defeating Johnson a second time in the past week. The Minutemen were led by Albert Maldonado, who put on a two-way clinic, hitting a home run and scori
CommunityTAPintoHillside Celebrating Birthday with Community Art Project
HILLSIDE, NJ — Hillside is preparing to celebrate its 113th birthday and wants the community to be a part of it.The town launched “One Town, Many Stories,” a community-wide art project that asks residents of all ages to share their connection to Hill
Union County Announces Haitian Heritage Month Events & 3rd Annual Haitian Flag Raising Ceremony
The Union County Board of County Commissioners is proud to announce a series of events in recognition of Haitian Heritage Month, taking place throughout May 2026. These events celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of the Haitian comm
CommunityTAPintoRoselle's Kindergarten Success Academy Named State and National School of Character
ROSELLE, NJ — High marks for Roselle's Kindergarten Success Academy.The school has been named a State and National School of Character.“This prestigious honor recognizes their commitment to fostering a kind, respectful, and inclusive environment wher
Union County Fresh Start Program
For questions or more information regarding the FRESH START program please call the Action Line at 908-677-5405 or email dhsaction@ucnj.org. Elizabeth Public Library11 S. Broad St, ElizabethThursday, May 7, 20269am to 12pm Biblioteca Pública de Eliza
CommunityTAPintoArtists Unfiltered Brings Spirit of Community to Westfield Creatives
WESTFIELD, NJ — Learn. Create. Enjoy. For the Westfield Art Association (WAA), those grinding principles were on full display Thursday night.At Artists Unfiltered, held at Art Cafe on South Avenue, members of the WAA and non-member guests had a chanc
CommunityTAPintoBaseball: Dayton Wins, 3-2, over New Providence
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – The Dayton baseball team collected only three hits, but that was enough to support the pitching of Jackson Babiarz on Thursday.Babiarz pitched six innings, scattered five hits, struck out four and walked four. Both of the runs again
CommunityTAPintoSchools Development Authority Breaks Ground on New School in Elizabeth
ELIZABETH, NJ - The New Jersey Schools Development Authority (SDA) joined Elizabeth Public Schools and city officials at a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Joseph Battin School No. 4 on Tuesday. “The construction of another new school in Eliz
CommunityTAPintoNJ Lawmakers Introduce Bills to Regulate, Ban Certain Prediction Markets
TRENTON, NJ — From betting on elections to controversial wagers on life-and-death events, prediction markets have exploded in popularity. Now, New Jersey lawmakers want to shut some of them down.Lawmakers have introduced two pieces of legislation aim
CommunityTAPintoInroads to Opportunities Celebrates Earth Day with Community Clean-Up in Roselle
ROSELLE, NJ – The rain could not keep people off the streets for long.After postponing the Inroads to Opportunities Earth Day Different Abilities Clean-Up by one day due to inclement weather, the group was out in full force on Thursday morning as doz
CommunityTAPintoUnion National Guard Soldier Receives New Rank, New Responsibilities
LATHAM, NY -- Major General Ray Shields, the adjutant general for the state of New York, announces the recent promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.Ern
CommunityTAPintoSpringfield Police Investigate Thefts from a Spa and Liquor Store
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – Detectives from the Springfield Police Department on April 9 received a report of a customer failing to pay for services at a Morris Avenue spa. As a result of a follow-up investigation, a 65-year-old Springfield woman was cha
CommunityTAPintoSpringfield Police Arrest Newark Man in Connection with Guitar Theft
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – Springfield police officers responded to a Route 22 music store on April 1 on a report of an individual attempting to sell a suspected stolen guitar. As a result of an on-scene investigation, the suspect, a 40-year-old Newark
CommunityTAPinto‘Incredible Turnout’ for Roselle Park's Borough-Wide Cleanup
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Leaders in Roselle Park are saying thank you to the community following Saturday's borough-wide cleanup.More than 100 volunteers came out on April 18 to make the streets and areas much cleaner.“Thank you to everyone who showed up,