Union County News

Discover how the Plainfield YMCA’s Camp RISE wrapped up an incredible summer of STEM, field trips, financial literacy, and the launch of its new teen CIT leadership program.

The Borough of New Providence is advising residents of upcoming road paving activities. Residents must place garbage and recycling at the curb the night before paving work and remove all vehicles from work areas by 6:30 a.m. on paving days.

Springfield plans stormwater pipe replacement behind Duffy's lot in 2027. DEP permits secured; easements under negotiation with property owners.

Springfield Township Committee approves $671,292 Business Improvement District 2026 budget with focus on streetscape improvements and digital marketplace.

Linden Public Schools held orientation programs for incoming sixth and ninth graders in early August before September 2 school year start.

St. Theresa's Religious Education CCD Program in Kenilworth opens enrollment for school year beginning September 20, 2026.

Roselle Public Schools holds community forum August 18 on bond referendum vote September 15. In-person at Abraham Clark High School at 6 p.m.

Clark Recreation Department summer camp program wraps successful season. 600 kids daily, rock walls, laser tag, water activities, diverse programming.

Three Linden High School Class of 2026 graduates complete Navy ROTC indoctrination. Earn four-year full-tuition scholarships attending universities.

Congregation Beth Israel Scotch Plains hosts free Erev Rosh Hashanah family service September 11, 2026, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Community welcome, child-friendly.

Summit Diner completes historic exterior restoration of 1939 stainless-steel structure. $50k preservation grant, family-owned since 1964, award-winning.

Ginger Winn garden concert at Reeves-Reed Arboretum Summit September 2. Sounds of Summer Night series, picnic-friendly, 6 p.m. gates, 7 p.m. show.

Gina's Tennis World celebrates 43-year milestone with grand opening of third court September 12, Berkeley Heights. Free community celebration event.

Summit boys soccer returns entire back line and goalkeepers for fall 2026. Five captains, Coach Daneil Jamnik leads Hilltoppers in Watchung Division.

Roselle Park 25th anniversary 9/11 remembrance service September 11, 2026. Memorial at Kelly-Kaulfers Park with Mayor, clergy, local leaders.

Littell-Lord Farmstead 5th Annual Fall Festival October 17, 2026, Berkeley Heights. Tours, activities, restoration showcase, PBA fishing derby.

APGA Tour Mastercard Championship returns to Baltusrol Golf Club Springfield August 25-27. 54-player field, $100k purse, professional golf tournament.

Mountainside PAL Cop Trot 2026: 24th annual event October 3 at Deerfield School. Tot Trot 8:30 a.m., 5K race 9 a.m. Registration $30.