Union County News

Frank Masella reflects on 28 years as Mountainside Recreation Director. Builds programs pre-K to seniors, pool operations, volunteer development.

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

Free government contracting workshop in Elizabeth August 27. Small/medium businesses learn federal, state, local procurement opportunities.

Assemblyman Andrew Macurdy hosts town hall in Berkeley Heights August 25, 2026. Community can ask questions and hear Trenton updates. 6:30-8:00 PM.

Clark Public Schools fall 2026 sports season underway. Tennis, football, soccer, field hockey, volleyball, cross country, cheerleading programs.

Roselle Summer Fun Camp 2026 brought hundreds of children to Arminio Field. Three-week program featured fire department partnerships and outdoor activities.

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

Jonathan Dayton High School in Springfield ranked No. 9 among the public schools in Union County, excluding charter, magnet or technical schools, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2026 list of "Best High Schools in New Jersey."

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.

Fanwood Performance Series presents jazz concert September 12. James Austin Jr. Trio and Ellie Lee. 7-9 p.m. at Carriage House.

Kenilworth homeowners seek help identifying individuals on Kingston Avenue property. Surveillance recorded August 11, 2026 incident. Police report filed.

Three Linden High School Class of 2026 graduates earn Navy ROTC scholarships. Natasha Lopez, David Montesdeoca, Daniel Quiceno complete naval training.

New Jersey social media protection law signed. Kids Code Act limits data collection, advertising to minors. Affects Union County families and schools.

Westfield Community Players earns 7 NJACT Perry Award nominations. 'Diary of Anne Frank' and 'Much Ado About Nothing' recognized for theatrical achievement.

Westfield Sept. 11 Remembrance Ceremony on September 11, 2026, 8:30 a.m. Honoring 12 Westfield residents killed in 2001 attacks. 25th anniversary.

NJMVC Mobile Unit visits Summit Fire Department August 20. REAL ID, registration renewals, licenses. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Appointments required for most services.

Summit Diner completes historic exterior restoration. 1939 O'Mahony diner structure returned to original appearance. National preservation grant funded project.

Cranford First Aid Squad selects 11 cadets for 2026 class, including 4 Cranford residents. Volunteer EMS program recruits from 50+ applicants.

Tony Award-winning Joshua Henry performs 'Get Up, Stand Up' at Enlow Recital Hall Hillside, September 13. Broadway and soul music performance.