Union County News

RAHWAY, NJ — On Friday, February 20, and Thursday, February 26, the Rahway7th and 8th Grade Academy proudly honored and celebrated its 7th and 8th-grade students, respectively, for their outstanding academic achievement during Marking

RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway 7th and 8th Grade Academy hosted a dynamic and thought-provoking Black History Month Program on March 4, centered on the theme: “Affluent African American Cities That Vanished.” The program offered a meaningful explo

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Did you know Allie Post, one of Mountainside’s own, will appear in the upcoming Netflix film 99ers, centered on the legendary 1999 U.S. Women’s World Cup team? The project tells the story of a championship run t

LINDEN, NJ – Jackson Babiarz pitched a four-hitter to lead Dayton to a 4-0 baseball victory over Linden on Tuesday.Babiarz struck out 13 batters in seven innings. He walked two batters and threw 107 pitches.It was a 1-0 game until Dayton (5-9) scored

Dear Linden Families,We are excited to invite you to participate in the L.I.N.C.S. Food Pantry Walk-A-Thon on Friday, May 8th, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Wilson Park (Summit Terrace). This community event supports the L.I.N.C.S. Food Pantr

UNION, NJ - At the Tuesday night Union Township Committee meeting, Mayor Patricia Guerra-Frazier presented a proclamation recognizing Global Love Day, an international initiative promoting unity, compassion and peace.The proclamation highlighted the

PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Tuesday, May 5, a team of assessors from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) will examine all aspects of the Plainfield Police Department, and they'd like your help with the assessment.As part of this fi

Linden, NJ— Linden resident Rose Werner turned 100 years old on April 28, 2026. She was born in Elizabeth, NJ on April 28, 1926. She marked this milestone surrounded by her family, friends, and neighbors. She and her late husband, Bill Werner, w

Linden Public Schools—Sensory Night was sponsored by the LEA, F.A.S.T., School No. 2, and the Special Education Department. The event was planned and organized by Jamie Pierson, Autism Teacher, and Debra Ardry, PSD Teacher. Sensory Night was cr

RAHWAY, NJ — On Monday, March 30, the Union County Performing Arts Center's Hamilton Stage served as the backdrop for a stunning display of local talent during the Rahway Public School District’s annual student art show. Roosevelt Elementary School s

ELIZABETH, NJ — Elizabeth Public Schools invites parents and guardians to expand their understanding of technology at an upcoming virtual workshop on the basics of artificial intelligence.Part of the district’s Parent Development Workshop Series for

ROSELLE, NJ – The Borough Council is scheduled to introduce and vote to approve the 2026 calendar year budget for 2026 at the body’s meeting on Wednesday, April 29. After the borough council meeting was postponed last week due to an unannounced reaso

Nueva Ley en Vigor: Los Jóvenes De 17 años Que Cumplan Los 18 en La Fecha De Las Elecciones Generales O Antes Tienen Derecho a Votar en Las Elecciones Primarias. La Junta Electoral del Condado de Union recuerda a los residentes que el martes 12 de ma

WESTFIELD, NJ — Recognized for his resourcefulness utilizing numerous skills in the sport, this core member of the Westfield High School boys volleyball team is credited for getting the team off to an impressive 11-3 record more than halfway through

RAHWAY, NJ — Mrs. Frankie Bailey, a beloved caregiver, community member, and friend to many, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and service. She was born on June 25, 1950, in Charlotte, North Carolina. As a mili

New Law in Effect: 17 year olds who will be 18 on or before the General Election are entitled to vote in the Primary Election The Union County Board of Elections reminds residents that Tuesday, May 12 is the deadline for voter registration for the 20

Linden, NJ - The Linden Public Library celebrated National Library Week from Monday, April 20, 2026 – Saturday, April 25, 2026. During the week patrons enjoyed many activities such as teen donut decorating, pasta-making, Linden Department of Health B

WESTFIELD NJ — No one was hurt when firefighters extinguished a house fire on Kirkview Circle early Tuesday morning, April 28, Westfield Fire Chief Michael Duelks said. The fire department got the call at about 3 a.m., and the first units arrive

RAHWAY, NJ — This week, Tuesday through Thursday, April 28–30, students at Rahway High School (RHS) will take the New Jersey Student Learning Assessments (NJSLA), statewide assessments in mathematics, English Language Arts (ELA), and science. Adminis