Union County News

CLARK, NJ — Mrs. Nichole Naples’ preschool class at the Clark Preschool’s Discovery Site explored nature and science by planting marigold seeds. This hands-on activity allowed students to begin understanding how plants grow and what they need to surv

BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Church of the Little Flower is bringing the slopes indoors this summer with Vacation Bible School 2026: Snowball Mountain Challenge, a high-energy week of faith, fun and friendship for children ages 4 through rising fifth gra

UNION, N.J. — The Greater Union Township Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 70th anniversary Thursday night during its Annual Gala and Installation of Officers at Galloping Hill Caterers.“We’re celebrating our 70th anniversary as a Chamber,” said Exe

WESTFIELD, NJ — The Rotary Club of Westfield is recognizing McKinley Elementary School third grade teacher Nicole Barca and assistant head night custodian Francesco Dori this year as outstanding staff at Westfield Public Schools, the district has ann

On May 2, 2026, 79 students from the New Providence High School STEM club competed in 36 competitive events at the 2026 NJTSA State Conference under the direction of their advisors: Rachel Fintz, Daniel Barletta, Jennifer Pasuit, Susan Rembetsy

NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - The New Providence High School Youth and Government Club had an incredible performance at the annual New Jersey Youth and Government Conference, held April 24-26, 2026. “New Jersey Youth and Government has been educati

NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - The New Providence School District was pleased to recognize the 2025/2026 school year recipients of the Certificate of Excellence in Visual Arts, Music and Performing Arts, and Writing at the Board of Education meeting on Thursda

La Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Union y la División sobre el Envejecimiento del Departamento de Servicios Humanos se complacen en anunciar que la distribución de los vales para el Mercado de Agricultores para Adultos Mayores ha comenzado ofic

The Union County Board of County Commissioners and the Department of Human Services’ Division on Aging are excited to announce that the distribution of Senior Farmers Market vouchers has officially begun. Eligible seniors ages 60 and over are invited

NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - In celebration of Older Americans Month, Lantern Hill, an Erickson Senior Living managed community in New Providence, New Jersey, proudly unveiled its annual Resident Spring Art Show on May 1. The exhibit will be on display throu

SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Illegal dumping at the Springfield Recycling Center has dropped sharply thanks to a new camera enforcement system, administrator John Bussiculo reported during the April 28 Township Committee meeting.“The new camera system has reduc

TRENTON, NJ — Widespread networks of automated license plate surveillance cameras that create hoards of data used to track motorists are under increasing scrutiny by lawmakers and privacy advocates in the wake of their recent use in ICE arrests.Lawma

SPRINGFIELD, NJ — Springfield’s long‑planned shared salt dome facility with Millburn is officially underway, with surveying and site preparation now in progress. Springfield administrator John Bussiculo updated the Township Committee on April 28

HILLSIDE, NJ — The June 2 primary election is less than a month away.Here is some important information about who is on the ballot and how to vote.Registering to VoteIf you are not registered to vote, you have until Tuesday, May 12. You can bring a c

NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — Two sophomores. Two 100-goal milestones. And a season that has made clear that New Providence girls lacrosse is building toward something worth paying attention to.Libby Knight and Addy Fitzgerald have quietly become one of the

ROSELLE PARK, NJ — The June 2 primary election is less than a month away.Here is some important information about who is on the ballot and how to vote.Registering to VoteIf you are not registered to vote, you have until Tuesday, May 12. On that day,

KENILWORTH, NJ - The Brearley Varsity Baseball team is on a four-winning streak, having advanced on Monday, May 4, with a 7-1 victory over Elizabeth.This brings the Bears current record 8-8. Highlights of the game from Head Coach Dave Kaplow inc

La Junta de Comisionados del Condado de Union anuncia que 81 artistas, historiadores y organizaciones locales sin fines de lucro recibirán fondos a través del Programa de Subvenciones HEART (Historia, Educación y Artes al Alcance de Miles) del Condad

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, the Union County Board of County Commissioners and the Office on Behavioral Health & Substance Misuse (OBHSM) are hosting a free virtual educational webinar aimed at supporting the mental