Union County News

Berkeley Heights honors teen for Girl Scout Gold Award. Molly Altman restored Revolutionary War cemetery in Holmdel. Mayor proclamation.

Berkeley Heights Council tables police expansion, adopts $2.5M sewer bond. Recreation director dispute draws public comment.

New Providence High School jumps 12 spots in New Jersey in U.S. News rankings. Now ranked 48th in state, 808th nationally.

Temple Sholom hosts Shabbat Around the Campfire August 28 in Scotch Plains. Light dinner, services, s'mores. Open to all.

A Union County grand jury indicted Jaheed Fields on murder and attempted murder charges in connection with an April 11 fatal shooting at Union's Chick-fil-A on Route 22.

Jeanie Ruban leads the Mountainside PAL, offering youth sports like basketball, flag football, and cheerleading. Learn how to register or volunteer.

Linden announces autumn wellness events for seniors. Project Healthy Bones, Zumba Gold, chair aerobics, line dancing, strength training programs available.

New Jersey Senior Freeze property tax reimbursement payments begin. November 2 application deadline. Eligibility requirements and payment schedules.

Berkeley Heights announces traffic safety improvements for schools ahead of 2026-2027 school year. Speed bumps, speed limit reduction, turning lane.

Berkeley Heights police investigate vehicle burglaries and suspicious incidents. Commercial vehicles targeted. Detective Bureau investigating incidents.

Springfield announces passing of retired Fire Chief Donald Schwerdt Jr. Former chief served 2004-2006. Municipal memorial announced August 18, 2026.

Springfield culvert project completed after months of coordination. Drainage improvements expected. Infrastructure work finished August 2026.

Mountainside Borough Council approves $8.4 million bond ordinance for community pool replacement. 25-year financing, $168 annual tax impact.

Summit Recreation Center solar energy proposal presented to city council. 169-kilowatt system planned. Federal and state incentives available.

Summit Police Department reports 2024 crime statistics to city council. Crime index down, violent crime minimal. Zero racial profiling complaints.

New Jersey ANCHOR property tax relief program September 15 deadline. Homeowners and renters eligible. Up to $1,500 for homeowners.

Lightning strike ignites two-alarm attic fire at nine-unit apartment building in Summit Thursday evening. Dozens of firefighters respond. No injuries.

Fanwood resident Tai Cooper announced as Democratic candidate for Union County Clerk. November 2026 election. Economic development background.

U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr. awards $530,000 federal funding for Summit Glenside Avenue sidewalk project. Pedestrian safety and drainage improvements.