Union County News

Cranford Township Committee candidate Susan Burke, a Democrat, outlines flood, library, infrastructure, and downtown traffic priorities before Nov. 3 election.

Kenilworth Rotary Club is collecting hats, gloves, snacks, board games and personal care items for veterans through Dec. 10 at the Rec Center on weekdays.

New Providence football plays at Spotswood Friday at 7 p.m. The Pioneers are 5-1 and host Gov. Livingston Oct. 23 in the Mayor’s Cup game at 6:30 p.m.

The Mountainside Rotary Club hosts a Red Cross blood drive on Nov. 14 at the Municipal Building. Book at RedCrossBlood.org with sponsor code MountainsideRotary.

Roselle Park police step up pedestrian safety in October with crosswalk enforcement, radar monitoring, and outreach to drivers and walkers. Fines apply.

VFW Post 6259 hosts Veterans Salute to Our Community in Berkeley Heights on Oct. 17 with Trunk or Treat, pig roast, free concert, and winter clothing drive.

Linden 10th Ward candidate Luis Fonseca calls for transparency, responsible development, and residents’ input before Nov. 3 election, including PILOT concerns.

Linden 4th Ward candidate Tracy Y. Nunez outlines priorities for safer streets, sewer upgrades, parks, and resident meetings before the Nov. 3 election.

The Gateway Family YMCA is now registering veterans and spouses for the free Fall 2026 Veterans Wellness Initiative classes in Elizabeth, Rahway and Union.

Roselle Park police warn of jury duty phone scams with fake arrest threats. Hang up and call a verified number before acting, even if the caller claims urgency.

New Providence residents can drop off gently used sports gear at the DPW Recycling Center on 1st and 3rd Saturdays. The next drop off is Saturday, Oct. 17.

Berkeley Heights’ Littell-Lord Farmstead Fall Festival is Saturday, Oct. 17. It features a Declaration reading, a reenactment troop, and kids’ activities.

Imagine trained nearly 50 volunteers this summer. Free grief support groups run year round in English and Spanish. Adult facilitator training is set for Dec. 4 to 6.

Jonathan Dayton High School in Springfield reported 217 students in AP courses for 2026, up from 181 in 2022. A total of 91 students earned AP Scholar honors this year, and 71 percent of AP students earned scores that can qualify for college credit. Superintendent Dr. Rachel Goldberg credited the teachers who helped build student capacity.

Kenilworth’s Nitschke House received a $1,000 Union County grant for a new illustrated historical timeline. It will be unveiled during Four Centuries on Oct. 17 and 18.

Mountainside fire officials used a burning dollhouse to teach charging, candle, and escape plan safety at the Oct. 9 open house. New members are welcome.

Summit boys soccer beat Westfield 2-1 in overtime to extend its win streak to 12 games. Cruz Romano scored both goals. Summit visits Ridgewood Saturday.

Clark police warn drivers of possible road closures and lane merges at 11 construction sites. The full list of addresses and intersections is included below.

Cranford Board of Education candidate Derrick Rose says he would review family experience, including registration, athletics, and forms, before Nov. 3.