Union County News

Cranford resident Brandon Greenfield helps Team New Jersey volleyball secure a gold medal in Special Olympics competition. Read the full Union County story.

CWA Local 1080 social services and clerical workers address Union County Commissioners to request fair raises and contract terms. Read the full report.

Harding Elementary School Principal releases summer update on facility upgrades, curriculum, and safety. Read complete Kenilworth school report.

Clark Public Schools opens for the new academic year with facility upgrades, updated curriculum, and police school-zone enforcement. Read details.

Merck files a state WARN notice for 54 job cuts at its Rahway facility. Read details on local economic impacts, labor filings, and employee resources.

Linden opens applications for its Hometown Heroes banner program honoring local military veterans. Read eligibility requirements and application steps.

More than 1,300 Summit customers remain without power as JCP&L crews repair lines. Read outage updates, safety tips, and municipal resource locations.

Westfield resident Sophia shares her love of reading through Sophias Book Stand, a neighborhood book sharing project. Read about her local literacy story.

A scammer spoofing Westfield Police department phone numbers stole $13,000 from a local resident. Read police warnings and scam prevention tips.

Westfield high school football scores a late fourth quarter touchdown to defeat rival Scotch Plains Fanwood 33 to 28. Read the complete game recap.

Cranford releases new downtown streetscape renderings featuring wider sidewalks, pedestrian safety upgrades, and expanded green space. Read more.

A former Township Committee candidate was removed from a Cranford public meeting following disruptions. Read full details from Council Chambers.

Elizabeth High School Frank J. Cicarell Academy ranks 20th in New Jersey in the latest U.S. News rankings. Read details on local academic achievements.

Union County offers free back to school vaccines and physicals in Elizabeth on September 21. Pre-registration is required by September 11

Summit girls soccer moves to 2-0 with a 1-0 shutout victory over Union Catholic, anchored by Cameron Horev’s first-half goal and Ava Hogan’s seven saves [sports].

Discover the rich heritage of the Lenape people at the Elizabeth Public Library on October 3, 2026, featuring a lecture, interactive exhibits, and kids' crafts.

Faithful from across the tri-state area gathered at St. Fanourios Church in Elizabeth for the Great Festal Vespers and Divine Liturgy honoring the Holy Great Martyr.

The annual UNICO-St. Bart’s Italian Festival in Scotch Plains celebrates its 2026 Labor Day weekend run with authentic food, rides, and live music from Jimmy and the Parrots.

Arthur L. Johnson High School boys varsity and JV soccer teams open the 2026 season with home losses to Elizabeth. Read the match highlights and upcoming schedule.