Union County News

Westfield's Barnes Blake finished tied for 12th at the Ike MGA Stroke Play Championship and now defends his NJ Amateur title at Baltusrol Golf Club July 6–8.

Westfield police are looking for the owner of two dogs found Monday near Boulevard and West Grove Street. Call 908-789-4000 ext. 0 with information.

Buddha Bash returns to Brassy Buddha Yoga Studio in Westfield on July 16 from 6–9 p.m. at 107 Quimby St. A wellness evening open to the community.

The Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a prospective member breakfast July 14,

Union Catholic's girls 4x400 relay team set a new New Jersey state record at Franklin Field, and Scotch Plains is celebrating the Vikings' historic run.

Westfield, NJ unveiled new public art downtown by artist Dea Lenihan and announced America 250 events from July 1 through July 15. See the full lineup.

The Westfield High School Blue Devils baseball team finished the 2026 season 7-5 before falling in the NJSIAA sectional quarterfinals.

Westfield Police are moving daily roadwork alerts to a separate Nixle channel. Residents must opt in by texting 07090ROADS to 888-777.

Westfield's Jefferson Elementary community is celebrating new accessible playground equipment, the latest milestone in the town's Project Playground effort.

Westfield's Blue Devils softball team endured a down 2026 spring season. Returning underclassmen give the program a foundation heading into 2027.

Municipal offices will operate on a summer hours schedule from May 29 through September 4. Monday-Thursday 8:30-4:30, Friday 8:30-1:30.

Westfield High School junior Deren Miller is biking 1,700 miles from Miami to NYC this summer to raise money for cancer research and seeking local sponsors.

Downtown Westfield's Prime Local promotion runs this week with discounts at six local businesses including Adlers, Sole Shoes, and Patricia and Paul.

Learn how to get a block party permit in Westfield, NJ. Includes application steps, the $25 deposit, allowed dates, and street closure rules.

Westfield Conservation Center is open for 2026. Learn about organic waste permits, bulk disposal fees, free recycling drop-off items, and the food waste program.

Westfield has created a separate Nixle channel for daily roadwork alerts. Text 07090ROADS to 888-777 to opt in and keep receiving updates.

Westfield, NJ municipal offices shift to summer hours May 29 through Sept 4. Monday–Thursday 8:30–4:30, Friday 8:30–1:30. Emergency services unchanged.

The Downtown Westfield Gift Card works at local restaurants, boutiques, and cafés. Funds never expire. Buy online at mydowntowngiftcards.com.

Downtown Westfield sees continued momentum with new businesses opening including restaurants, retail shops, wellness services, and professional offices throughout the Central Business District.