Union County News

Rocco Della Serra memorial. Cranford cyclist killed August 6 Route 22 hit-and-run. Community ride honors legacy.

Scotch Plains Planning Board public meeting Master Plan update September 14 2026. Community survey results, land use priorities resident input.

Sayreville defeats Plainfield 23-19 football Friday night. Sherwin Appiah dominant, Tyree Huff quarterback. High school football game recap.

Raritan Valley Line service disruptions October-November. Portal North Bridge project. 62% service reduction five weeks.

Marshalls grand opening Watchung donates $10,000 Star Fish Food Pantry Plainfield. Nonprofit emergency food assistance since 1971.

Plainfield Officer Bernel Harrison retires 25 years. Community celebration, mentorship programs, School Resource Officer, youth engagement legacy.

Plainfield utility pole snapped South Avenue near Leland Avenue. Police, Fire, PSE&G response, G.O. Kellers demolition area emergency.

Clark Recreation 2026-2027 catalog now available. Fall classes registration open online. All ages programming.

New Providence Academy Street one-way southbound September 1 2026. Police Building construction traffic pattern safety orderly flow.

Plainfield Workforce Development Institute trades training facility nears opening. Former youth center redeveloped South Second Street, early 2027.

Plainfield Public Library GED Graduation Ceremony September 26 2026. Adult Literacy program celebrates High School Equivalency diploma graduates.

Roselle Mayor Donald Shaw launches Block Tour community engagement initiative. Door-to-door neighborhood visits, accessible government, resident registration.

Elle Fanning Discretion Paramount+ series filmed Plainfield August 21 2026. A24 legal thriller Nicole Kidman, Matt Shakman director filming through December.

Film production spotted downtown Plainfield West End August 20, 2026. Mystery movie title, blue Toyota, nine production trailers, Plainfield Film Liaison.

Westfield teen Deren Miller bikes Miami to NYC 1,823 miles cancer prevention fundraiser. Raises $10,000 Chains United Relay Event CURE charity.

Berkeley Heights Class of 2026 graduation data. 210 students graduated. Superintendent Kim Feltre board report August 29.

Linden Public Schools ran its Extended School Year Program this summer, using personalized instruction to build academic, communication, and social skills.

Gracie's three-year journey at Mother Seton Summer Theatre Program builds confidence and lasting friendships. How arts education transforms young performers.

Mayor's Cup 2nd Annual 3-on-3 basketball tournament in Rahway on September 5. Double-elimination format, cash prizes. Register teams; spectators welcome.