Union County News

CLARK, NJ — At Saint John the Apostle School, the stage lights recently shined a little brighter as students brought the musical Mean Girls Jr. to life. Adapted from the beloved film Mean Girls, the production became far more than a school play—it wa

UNION, N.J. — Union residents gathered at the Vauxhall Branch Library on Saturday afternoon for “Union Rocks: Meet the Musicians,” a panel discussion highlighting the township’s local music history and the musicians who helped shape it over the decad

SUMMIT, NJ — Drivers across Summit should expect delays, detours, and road closures throughout the week as a wave of utility and milling projects hits several major residential and commuter corridors beginning Monday, according to the Summit Police D

WESTFIELD, NJ — Four teachers have been honored by the Westfield High School community with awards of excellence, the school district has announced. They are English teacher Caitlin Cheddar, social studies teacher Jeffrey Knight, VPA art teacher

BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Checks were presented, dinosaurs were spotted, and Block Party and World Cup plans took center stage Friday morning as the Berkeley Heights Business & Civic group gathered at VFW Post 6259 for its networking breakfast.Hon

Linden, NJ - During National Random Acts of Kindness Month, something quiet and powerful began at McManus Middle School.7th grader Sayuri N. started leaving anonymous letters for her teachers. Simple, heartfelt words that made people feel seen,

CLARK, NJ — The Clark Police Department has issued the following announcement about road construction sites in town for Monday, May 11.The locations listed below will be active construction sites. When driving through these locations, please be sure

KENILWORTH, NJ - Jimmy Buff's located at 506 Boulevard, for the past couple of months has been offering a Monday five dollar cheesesteak special. Recently announced on social media the special will end on Monday, May 18. “Only two Mondays left,

PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Sunday Night at around 10:30pm, the Union County Police towed a car believed, based on emergency radio transmissions, to be part of a homicide investigation.Several officers in three patrol vehicles were on Saint Nicholas Boulevar

SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Jonathan Dayton High School delivered a strong showing at the 2026 Union County Track & Field Championships, highlighted by a county title, four total podium finishes, and multiple top‑10 performances in sprints, distance, hurdl

PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Sunday at around 11am, there was a shooting on East Third Street in the vicinity of Milt Campbell Field on Plainfield's East End. Police and EMS personnel were observed on the scene shortly after the incident.The investigation is

UNION, N.J. — A two-day Memorial Day celebration featuring a living history encampment, parade and commemorative program will take place May 24-25 in Union to honor the nation’s history and recognize those who have served in the military.The events w

KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out.Flank Steak, Veggies & Baked Potato $15.50Chicken Parmigiana over Linguine, Garlic Bread $15.50Chicken Cutlet, Eggplant, Asiago, Hot Che

WESTFIELD, NJ — Hundreds of people visited Westfield on Saturday to view four historic residences and enjoy live music performances as part of the Friends of the New Jersey Festival Orchestra’s 39th annual Tour of Notable Homes. The event,

NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Summit High School Hilltoppers erased a late two-run deficit Friday and stunned New Providence High School Pioneers with a three-run fifth inning to secure a 5-4 road victory in the opening round of the Union County Tournament.Tr

RAHWAY, NJ — On Thursday, April 16, Joe Gibilisco and Jim Zwiebel, the owners of Lehrer-Gibilisco Funeral Home, located at 275 W. Milton Ave. in Rahway, once again sponsored their "Employee Appreciation Pizza Day" for the doctors, nurses, and staff m

CLARK, NJ — On Sunday, May 3, students, friends, families, and staff from Carl H. Kumpf (CHK) Middle School joined the Special Olympics Lincoln Tunnel Challenge, where participants ran or walked through the Lincoln Tunnel to celebrate inclusion, frie

ROSELLE, NJ – Roselle Mayor Donald Shaw announced last week that the borough will be receiving a grant from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Solid Waste Division. The funds, totaling $42,980, is part of the Clean Communit

KENILWORTH, NJ - To pay tribute to the fallen heroes who died in service for our nation, on Monday, May 25, the Kenilworth VFW will hold its annual ceremony honoring all veterans at the Robert Jeans Memorial Park next to the Kenilworth Vete