Union County News

Springfield LED lighting upgrades Town Hall Annex Firehouse DPW DMV parking lot. Energy efficiency, safety, visibility improvements municipal facilities.

Oakland Park in Springfield nears completion with new sidewalks, seating walls, lighting, Wi-Fi, and an entrance arch, according to township administrators. (156 characters)

Gov. Livingston's football team opens its season with a commanding 40-27 win over Dayton, showcasing strong quarterback play and an aggressive ground game. (155 characters)

Jonathan Dayton High School football 2026 season preview. Adrian Bernknopf quarterback, playoff aspirations, Gov. Livingston opening game.

Ride for Rocco memorial Rocco Della Serra cycling community tribute. Ghost bike installation safety awareness Vision Zero New Providence Road.

Westfield fall victim helicopter transport Echo Lake Park trauma center. Emergency response medical transport NorthSTAR helicopter August 28 2026.

Mountainside Baseball Softball League 72 years youth sports tradition. MSBL recreation travel programs, volunteer community sports Mountainside.

The Borough of Roselle Park offers monthly curbside bulk waste collection for larger household items. The service allows residents to dispose of furniture, toys, mattresses, and other large items, with a limit of three items per pickup. Collections occur on the last Friday for East Side residents and the last Thursday for West Side residents.

Dr. Winston Jackson Interim Assistant Principal Governor Livingston High School 2026-2027. Berkeley Heights educator 35 years experience leadership.

New Jersey AI Data Center Tax Credits eliminated. Governor signed Macurdy bill. $250 million in uncommitted incentives removed, CoreWeave award protected.

Plainfield Elizabeth residents arrested illegal dumping Union County parks. Green Brook Park Warinanco Sports Complex August 2026 police charges.

Westfield resident Kenneth Thom sentenced 2 years federal prison. Investment adviser fraud, 66 victims, $786,234 stolen, SDNY Manhattan sentencing.

Clark branch pickup week of August 24 2026. Roadwork delays possible. Public Works yard access impact, collection timeline, resident preparation.

Clark Westfield Avenue road work August 24-28. Milling paving striping traffic delays Brandt Avenue Raritan Road.

Elizabeth High School ranked 20th in New Jersey by U.S. News 2026. 99 percent graduation rate, AP exam achievement, college readiness education rankings.

Clark Township residents can report missed recycling pickups online. Complete municipal form to notify Recycling Coordinator and hauler for service correction.

ALJ Crusaders football team spent time at First Children School in Plainfield, participating in classroom activities and supporting children with specialized education needs.

Roselle Police and Fire Departments recruiting. Police officer and firefighter positions open. Application deadline September 15 2026.

Linden Police Department 2nd Annual Union County Crisis Intervention Team CIT Barbeque. Mental health crisis training, community partnership event.