Union County News

Clark Township completed paving and striping work on Westfield Avenue August 31-September 1. Department of Public Works project between Brandt and Raritan roads.

Historians present Revolutionary War history September 17 at Kenilworth Senior Center. Robert Woods and Michael Naya discuss New Orange during American Revolution

Hillside Public Schools held annual convocation September 1 to mark opening. Acting Superintendent Dr. Pérez and Board President Dr. Howard addressed staff.

Clark Township alerts drivers to shoulder and partial lane closure on Raritan Road September 3. Closure 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. for dredging operations.

Union County reminds residents September is Emergency Preparedness Month. Create emergency plans, build supply kits, review contacts, learn alert systems.

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

New Providence held grand opening of Oakwood Park Playground September 1. Funded by Jake's Law Playground Grant and Union County Kids Recreation Trust Fund.

Elizabeth Public Schools begins cell phone-free school day September 10. Personal devices checked at arrival, returned at dismissal. Staff support available.

Roselle Police and Fire departments recruiting. Police officer applications due September 15. Firefighters must complete NJ Civil Service Commission exam.

New Providence students return Thursday with staff prep days Monday-Wednesday. Open houses and orientations for new students at three schools.

Clark residents can report missed recycling pickups online via OurClark.com. Complete reporting helps recycling coordinator notify haulers quickly.

Clark Reservoir Improvement Project remains on schedule. 90,000+ cubic yards of sediment removed. Center Lake dredging 90 percent complete; weather dependent

Clark Township Notice to Bidders for fire alarm system re-bid at municipal facilities. Issued August 13, 2026. Contact township for details.

New Jersey American Water replacing 2,900 feet of 1920s water pipe in Springfield. $1.6 million project runs through October on Colfax, Denham, Donna roads.

Rahway ACE program held back-to-school orientation August 27 for grades 9-12 students. Covered policies, attendance, grades, and graduation requirements.

Kenilworth AmRev250 Committee hosts Toss of the Town Cornhole Event September 25. $5 entry, all ages welcome. Registration deadline September 18.

Arthur L. Johnson boys soccer team played preseason scrimmages against South Plainfield in August. Varsity tied 2-2 and JV won 2-1 ahead of the 2026–27 season.

Principal Tara Oliveira of Arthur L. Johnson High School welcomed incoming freshmen with letters about events, policies, and facility improvements for 2026–27.

Clark Public Schools before and after care program for preschool through grade 5 offers childcare for working families. Contact the program coordinator.