Union County News

Springfield receives $75,000 in state funding for community pool improvements from the FY2027 budget. Upgrades to begin after summer season ends.

Harding Elementary principals encourage summer reading and share back-to-school resources. Supply lists and student placements available for families.

Kenilworth Police Department summarizes New Jersey e-bike regulations for local riders. Visit the NJ Motor Vehicle Commission for complete compliance guidance.

Megan Valenti has taken over ownership and operations of Two Ton Brewing at 730 Federal Avenue following a July 11 grand opening. The brewery held a ribbon cutting with Mayor Linda Karlovitch and Greater Union Township Chamber of Commerce members. Valenti plans to continue the brewery's community focus while introducing fresh energy and creative events.

Atlantic Health honors four departing Board of Trustees members. McCracken, Herbst, Vigorita, and Parr conclude service to Union County healthcare system.

Elizabeth celebrates 10 years of tourism growth. 2024 visitor spending reached $748 million with $1.1 billion economic impact. FIFA World Cup 2026 upcoming.

Four Scotch Plains students made Tufts University's Dean's List for Spring 2026. Students needed 3.4+ GPA. Marin Brace graduated Summa Cum Laude in May. (152 characters)

Hillside High School JETS students competed at 2026 National TEAMS Competition in Washington, DC. Students developed leadership, innovation, and STEM skills.

Union County honors RWJBarnabas Health Street Medicine Program at Trinitas Regional Medical Center. New Jersey's first program bringing healthcare to homeless.

Union County's free self-defense program for women 18-23 heading to college. Final class session July 29 at John H. Stamler Police Academy in Scotch Plains.

Clark Township issues demolition permit for vacant A&P supermarket on Westfield Avenue. Developer plans 138 residential units and retail space. (143 characters)

Clark Public Library opens as cooling center Wednesday and Thursday during heat wave. Police Department lobby available after hours for residents. (146 characters)

Plainfield Public Schools Superintendent Rashon Hasan has reportedly been hired to lead the Asbury Park School District.

South Second Street Youth Center celebrates building ownership milestone. The 60-year nonprofit transitioned from tenant to owner with community support. (153 characters)

A white goat was spotted trotting through Berkeley Heights neighborhoods along Emerson Lane, Branko Road, and North Road. Owner unknown. Have you seen it?

Union County lowers project labor agreement threshold from $5 million to $3 million, expanding labor protections on more public construction projects.

Springfield's Caldwell Place culvert project is extended to August 3 due to new drainage upgrades needed on Mountain Avenue side to prevent ponding.

Springfield DPW cleared all township roads within 24 hours after the July 3 thunderstorm, completing full cleanup within 48 hours. Four trees were lost.

Union County cancels Colonial Family Fun Day on July 18 at Deserted Village of Feltville in Berkeley Heights due to air quality concerns from wildfire smoke. (157 characters)