Union County News

Westfield Mayor Jeremy Berman announces road-resurfacing operations for thirteen town streets and two pathways during the week of September 7, 2026.

Westfield Public Schools restores telephone lines after a widespread network outage while external tracking platforms flag a potential ransomware incident.

Westfield Public Schools investigates a suspected ransomware network outage while police issue a 13,000 dollar phone scam warning.

The Westfield Area Y Devilfish Swim Team achieves its best national placement in nine years with a young roster breaking multiple team records.

Army veteran Andy Moore, a Westfield High School graduate, will run the first day of the 'One Flag Forward' 250-mile relay concluding in his hometown on September 12, 2026. The event honors fallen military service members and commemorates the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and 250 years of U.S. military service.

Westfield High School student Frederique Daneault recently won the Baseball Canada 16U Girls National Championship with Team Quebec, achieving a 6-0 record and defeating Alberta in the final.

Westfield Public Schools network outage continues September 2. Phone, internet, student information systems affected. Restoration efforts ongoing.

Westfield Public Schools hit by possible ransomware attack. District-wide network outage affects Internet, Wi-Fi, phones, and student information systems.

Luke Romano named Allstate Westfield Athlete of the Week. Senior captain anchors boys football offensive and defensive line for Westfield High School.

Westfield community fundraises for resident injured in serious roofing accident August 29. Go-Fund-Me campaign raised over 15% of $250,000 goal in two days.

Westfield Tour de Westfield bike parade celebrated fifth anniversary August 30. Record 682 registrations. Three-mile event promotes bike safety for all ages.

Westfield continues comprehensive road paving initiative. 40 roads scheduled for 2026; 100 miles of town roads repaved by year-end. Program began 2018.

Westfield first responders assisted with medical emergency August 28. Fall victim airlifted by NorthSTAR helicopter to trauma center for treatment.

Westfield presents StoryWalk September 12-28 with children's books in downtown business windows. Author Ruth Chan reads September

Westfield's second street sign auction raised over $27,000 for town events. Combined with 2025 auction, total exceeded $114,000.

Westfield Art Association's 'Small Art, Big Impact' exhibit showcases 31 artists with works 12 inches or smaller. Exhibit wraps up August 31.

Alba Musik brings flamenco jazz fusion to GALERIA Westfield on September 19. Barbara Martínez and Albert Alabedra perform Latin jazz fusion concert.

Westfield Board of Education accepts $39,000 in donations for school improvements. Funds support canopies, lawn care, and Buddy Bench playground fixture.

Westfield Public Schools opens for 2026-27 school year. District welcomes 5,818 students across multiple elementary and secondary buildings.