Union County News

Springfield Township town hall offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. Regular hours resume on September 8.

The Union County Board of County Commissioners has rescheduled its September 24, 2026, Agenda Setting and Regular Meetings to Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

The Gateway Family YMCA offers free memberships to 7th graders across eastern Union County for the 2026–2027 school year to promote healthy, active habits.

Cranford football kicks off the 2026 season with a thrilling 31-24 road victory over Bernards, avenging last year's opener. Read the full game recap and preview the home opener.

Roselle's Multicultural Festival runs 2–10 PM on September 19 along the 200 block of Chestnut Street, with live music, food trucks, cultural displays, and a kids zone.

Clark Township will host its annual US Patriot Day ceremony at James A. Nelson Memorial Park on September 11, 2026, honoring 9/11 victims and local hero Officer James A. Nelson.

Cranford United Methodist Church hosts its monthly drive-thru food collection on Saturday, September 12, benefiting local food pantries.

Springfield Township Administrator John Bussiculo outlines thousands of feet of New Jersey American Water line replacements running through late October.

Westfield residents and local leaders gathered at Windsor Park Playground over Labor Day weekend for the annual Unity Day basketball and community celebration.

Defending county all-around champion Maddie Lee leads a young Westfield High School gymnastics team into its 2026 home opener against Summit this Thursday.

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

The Immaculate Heart of Mary food pantry in Scotch Plains receives a 500 dollar Valairco Cares donation as monthly demand climbs to 225 local families.

Seven-time county champion Scotch Plains Fanwood gymnastics opens the 2026 season today with an away meet at Cranford High School.

Kenilworth resident and two-time Guinness World Record pizza collector Telina Cuppari showcases her 793 items on MeTV’s Collector's Call.

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

Grover Cleveland Elementary School in Rahway hosts a festive community welcoming event for its new principal, Dr. Joseph Cordero.

New Providence High School Class of 2028 attacker Libby Knight verbally commits to Rutgers lacrosse after making the U.S. U17 National Team.

The New Providence-based Brooke Healey Foundation kicks off two pediatric cancer fundraisers this September, including a regional Shell purple pump event.

Cranford hosts its 25th annual 9/11 memorial service on September 10 alongside a walking tour, a theater open mic, and new school classroom ribbons.