Union County News

South Plainfield High School dedicates memorial wall August 12 honoring four students. Mural features tree with names Colapietro, Jefferson, Rizvi, Dickson.

Westfield Memorial Library hosts blood drive August 25, 2026. New Jersey Blood Services. Each donation saves up to three lives.

Kenilworth Public Library September children's events. Boogie Woogie Babies, Lego, bingo, yoga story time, read to a dog, crafts, music.

Summit Police blotter documents four DWI arrests, strangulation, terroristic threats, stolen-vehicle charges. July 20-August 16, 2026 police activity.

The Clark Police Department announced a road closure on School Street near Emerald Place for Wednesday due to construction.

Rushmore Aquatics Complex Splash Pad and Pool closed for maintenance and repairs. Splash Pad temporary closure, Pool mechanical malfunction. Updates coming.

Fanwood 5K Pizza Run returns October 18, 2026. 1-Mile Family Fun Run, USATF-certified course. Pizza for finishers. Supports recreation programs.

Rahway AI company Obsidian Rising named OpenAI Select Partner. CEO Gladian Rivera leads AI strategy and workforce development firm on global stage.

Fanwood Scout Lev Ferencevych bikes 238 miles across New Jersey August 25-28 for Eagle Scout Project. Fundraises for Ukrainian Studies Fund, $10k goal.

UCPAC Rahway screens Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 35mm September 17. Live Q&A with makeup artist Jeff Goodwin. Union County Performing Arts Center.

Kenilworth DJ Andy Rivera's childhood home featured in Adam Sandler's Grown Ups 3 filming. Rivera family experiences Hollywood production firsthand.

Plainfield resident dies in federal immigration custody. City demands investigation into medical care allegations at Delaney Hall Newark.

"Don't Say Good Luck," a coming-of-age dramedy starring 17-year-old Sunny Sandler, premieres on Netflix August 14. The film was partially shot in Cranford last summer, with production spending approximately two weeks in town.

Plainfield City Council tables budget after library funding debate. Council votes 4-3; library offers $225K from reserves. 5.42% tax increase proposed.

David Brearley High School AP exam results 2026: students scored above passing mark. 141 exams administered across 13 AP courses.

Rahway Public Schools fall 2026 sports season features seven programs. Football returns as defending division champions; volleyball expands teams.

JCC of Central New Jersey launches The Village program for families with young children. Classes, parent support groups begin September 14, 2026.

Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr endorses Fanwood resident Tai Cooper for Union County Clerk. Cites government experience and election commitment.

Roselle Park Veterans Memorial Public Library hosts Adult Craft Night Monday, August 24 at 6 p.m. Decorate summer-themed tote bags. All supplies provided. Advance registration required due to limited supplies. Call 908-245-2456 to register or register in person.