Union County News

Berkeley Heights BOE unveiled a five-year strategic plan June 25 and heard public concerns about student retention at Governor Livingston High School.

Summit residents saved more than $48,000 through the community energy program in its first two months. Average household savings: about $9 per month.

Neighborhood Health in Elizabeth is hosting a free community celebration August 7, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., with health screenings, food, music, and activities for all ages.

Springfield Recreation's July calendar includes games, fitness classes, pickleball, a blood drive, and bus trips for residents 55 and older.

Linden High School awarded an honorary diploma to Jabari Thomas, an 11th-grader who passed away in October 2025. His family accepted the honor at the June 23 ceremony.

Scotch Plains presented plans for Haven Park renovation June 15, including a full-size basketball court. Work could begin fall 2026.

Springfield Township finished clearing debris from the Rahway River on June 9 in a coordinated effort with state and Union County officials.

New Providence revived its baseball past on June 27 with an America250 game featuring the Crescents—a team from 1905 that traveled by train.

Rahway was a hotspot during the Revolutionary War. Visit Abraham Clark's grave, the Terrill Tavern, and explore 45+ Union County historic sites.

New NJ e-bike rules take effect July 19. Westfield riders must be 15+, licensed, registered, and helmeted. The MVC is waiving fees.

A Westfield resident lost 54,000 airline miles after falling for a phishing email. Police offer protection tips.

Roselle Park's free Swim Night Out is July 9, 7–9:30 p.m. at Clark Community Pool. Free for residents. Here's what to know.

Berkeley Heights is shifting recreation oversight from volunteers to Township government. Here's what changes—and what stays the same.

Summit High School ceramics teacher Meghan Arts-Scozzari received the 2026 Nora Radest Award for Excellence in Education from the Summit Educational Foundation.

Hillside High School's Class of 2026 graduated June 25 at Woodfield Stadium. The ceremony honored graduates and late former Principal Terry Woolard.

Rotary Club of Roselle/Roselle Park honored outgoing President Donna Eleazer with a Paul Harris Fellow award at its annual scholarship and awards banquet.

Mountainside FC's U13 girls reached the 2026 championship game after erasing a 2-0 deficit in the semifinal's final minutes — then winning in overtime.

Downtown Plainfield's 2026 Pop Up Concert Series features four free Friday concerts at Park Plaza from July 10 through October 2. All shows 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Summit's Hot Summer Nights series adds a community twist on Monday, July 13 — local nonprofits and organizations set up tables on Broad Street before Element K takes the Village Green stage at 7 p.m. It's free, alcohol- and tobacco-free, and open to everyone. Bring a chair or blanket. Organizations interested in tabling can register through the city.