Union County News

Scotch Plains plants three memorial trees honoring residents lost on September 11. Trees planted September 1 to mark 25-year anniversary at Augustine Green.

Sacred Heart Church hosts Third Annual Oktoberfest Family Festival September 26 in South Plainfield. Beer, food, music, car display, petting zoo, pig roast.

South Plainfield boys soccer enters 2026 under coach Kyle Dennis with 10 returning goal scorers and junior goalie Iker Cunalata. Preview the Tigers roster.

Westfield Board of Education accepts $39,000 in donations for school improvements. Funds support canopies, lawn care, and Buddy Bench playground fixture.

Westfield Public Schools opens for 2026-27 school year. District welcomes 5,818 students across multiple elementary and secondary buildings.

Springfield introduces ordinance to reduce mandatory towing licenses from four to two. Police Department recommendation based on reliable resource experience.

Oakland Park renovation in Springfield advances with new plantings, hardscape, and entrance sign. Electrical work and finishing items underway.

Congregation Beth Hatikvah welcomes Rabbi Lesley Pearl as new religious leader. Reconstructionist synagogue in Summit serves inclusive Jewish community.

Scotch Plains Police warn residents of rising financial scams and package thefts. Guidance on protecting against phone fraud and securing deliveries.

Deputy Mayor Adams reports Scotch Plains achieved historic crime lows in 2025. FBI data shows 8 violent crimes and 122 property crimes, lowest in decades.

Mayor Losardo addresses tree pruning authority in Scotch Plains. DPW cannot prune trees near power lines; PSE&G responsibility. Contact info provided.

Linden preschool students begin new school year at School No. 9 while construction continues on Dr. Rocco G. Tomazic Preschool Academy in Winfield Park.

Plainfield students at UC TEAMS Charter School start live Mandarin classes with teachers in China this September to build language and global culture skills.

Linden School No. 4 back-to-school giveaway served 130+ families. Partners donated backpacks, supplies, and 300 pairs of uniform pants for students.

Man arrested and charged with attempted murder after stabbing at Wheeler Park in Linden on August 27. Victim in stable condition at hospital.

Dreyer's recalls select Outshine Fruit Bars nationwide due to glass contamination. Check batch codes on packages with best-before dates through November 2027.

Union County Board of County Commissioners hosts an Aging Services Kiosk (ASK) event at Rahway Public Library on a Tuesday in September from 2-4 p.m. Seniors and caregivers can meet with professionals about services. No registration required. Bilingual assistance available.

Rahway Senior Center hosts 'Pretzels and Pipes' free organ concert featuring organist Bernie McGorrey. 750-pipe Wurlitzer performance with refreshments.

Employment scams targeting job seekers proliferate on social media and job search websites. Law enforcement warns of fake postings and identity theft.