Union County News

Mike Marino, a Scotch Plains native and comedian known as "New Jersey's Bad Boy," has passed away after a battle with brain cancer. He was inducted into the New Jersey Comedy Hall of Fame in 2008.

Five Scotch Plains-Fanwood area students received Adele DeLeeuw Scholarships at an awards dinner, sharing $72,000 in funding. The 31-year-old fund supports students pursuing poetry, art, journalism, writing, and engineering.

Union Catholic volleyball defeats Bloomfield 2-1 in season opener comeback. Capati serves 25 points; Taylor 11 kills; Burke 13 assists in road victory.

Union Catholic boys soccer opens season with 3-3 tie against Dayton. Goalkeeper Angelo Armenti makes 14 saves. Santiago Wilson scores twice; Pearson adds one.

Union Catholic girls tennis defeats Union 4-1 with strong singles and doubles performances. Moritz, Salariya win singles; team sweeps doubles to 4-2 record.

Union Catholic boys soccer defeats New Providence 5-4 in dramatic comeback. Santiago Wilson scores game-winner on penalty kick with four minutes left.

Union Catholic gymnastics defeats South Brunswick 95.8–87.625 in season opener. Lorena Fajardo leads with 35.575 all-around score; 9.0 floor exercise.

The Scotch Plains Republican organization announces its official endorsement and support for municipal candidate Gabrielle Gilles

Discover the upcoming 'Five Jerseymen' historical presentation at Shady Rest Country Club on Wednesday, September 23.

Discover the upcoming 'Five Jerseymen' historical presentation at the historic Shady Rest Country Club exploring New Jersey's Declaration signers.

Union Catholic High School girls volleyball secured a commanding victory in their home opener with strong teamwork and solid execution.

Scotch Plains-Fanwood boys soccer player Jack Tse earns Athlete of the Week honors for his exceptional skill and leadership on the field.

Final property tax bills have been mailed in Scotch Plains. Review payment due dates, grace period information, and online options.

Union Catholic High School honors 9/11 victims with 2,977 American flags displayed on campus grounds. Read memorial details and facts.

Volunteers remove 1,200 pounds of trash, including TVs and rugs, from Union County waterways during cleanup. Read environmental results and facts.

Scotch Plains Rescue Squad shares flood safety tips for residents. Read emergency driving warnings, basement precautions, and township contacts.

Scotch Plains Police warn residents after an Apple gift card scam cost a resident $7,500. Read public safety tips, phone scam warnings, and facts.

One person died and another was injured after a tree branch struck a vehicle in Union County. Read the latest public safety updates on Union County Life.

Scotch Plains Township Council reviews storm recovery efforts, DPW cleanup, and stormwater infrastructure plans. Read municipal meeting details.