Union County News
Hyperlocal stories from all 21 Union County municipalities.
CommunityTAPintoClark's Saint John the Apostle School Students Reflect on ‘What America Means to Me’
CLARK, NJ — In a classroom at Saint John the Apostle School, fourth and fifth grade students leaned over their desks, pencils in hand, carefully choosing their words. Their task was simple but meaningful: answer the question, “What does America mean
CommunityTAPintoDeadlines Near As Summit Voters Prepare For June 2 Primary Election
SUMMIT, NJ — With deadlines approaching and polling places set across Summit, residents are being reminded of key dates and options for voting in the June 2 Primary Election.Voter registration closes Tuesday, May 12, and the City Clerk’s Office at 51
CommunityTAPintoLeading the State: Berkeley Heights Pilots New Movement for Moms Helping Moms
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Berkeley Heights is officially making history as the first town in New Jersey to pilot the Moms Brigade on behalf of Moms Helping Moms (MHM). This local initiative empowers a dedicated team of residents to act as ambassad
CommunityTAPintoAfter 18 Years, Governor Livingston Physics Teacher Dan McGovern Resigns, Heads to Morris Hills
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Dan McGovern, a physics and calculus teacher at Governor Livingston High School for 18 years, has resigned — a move that appeared on the Berkeley Heights Board of Education agenda Wednesday night, effective June 30 — and will
CommunityTAPintoSoftball: Brearley Shocks No. 3 Summit in Statement Win as Beronio, Pirozzi, Zawacki Shine
KENILWORTH, NJ - On Tuesday, May 5, a day that few outside their dugout believed was possible, the Brearley Varsity Softball team delivered a performance built on grit, execution, and belief, took down Summit in a dramatic, low-scoring battle that se
CommunityTAPintoBerkeley Heights School District Secures Bond Sale at 3.77%, Below Projected Rate
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Berkeley Heights Public Schools completed the sale of referendum bonds April 30, securing a true interest rate of 3.77% — more favorable than the 4.15% rate projected in referendum materials presented to voters.The district r
CommunityTAPintoMichigan Deli Lunch Specials May 7
KENILWORTH, NJ - Michigan Deli of Kenilworth has different lunch specials Monday through Friday. Check it out.Choice of Beef or Chicken Gyro Platter, served with FF & a Side Greek Salad $15.50 Pan Seared Salmon, Spinach & Roasted Potatoe
CommunityTAPintoBaseball: Dayton Defeats North Plainfield, 8-3
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Dayton pulled away with four runs in the top of the seventh and went on to an 8-3 baseball victory over North Plainfield on Wednesday.Patrick Ferguson went 3-for-4 with a double and two runs batted in for Dayton (7-12), which l
CommunityTAPintoSoftball: Dayton Beats Westfield, 7-5; Lila Carroll Sets the School Hit Record
WESTFIELD, NJ – Lila Carroll broke the school record for hits in a career and Avital Kandel hit a home run and drove in two runs to help Dayton to a 7-5 softball victory over Westfield on Wednesday.Carroll went 1-for-3 with an RBI, giving her 116 hit
CommunityTAPintoThe Quiet Hands Behind Mountainside’s Historic Homes: Scott Daniels Honored for Decades of Service
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — When guests arrive at the historic Levi Cory House for Steeped in History, “Boston Tea Party,” on May 17 honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary, they may notice the charm of the historic home, the welcoming back porch, the shade o
CommunityTAPintoBerkeley Heights Elementary Team Advances to NJ STEAM Tank Challenge Finals with Eco-Friendly Boat Engine Invention
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — A team of fifth-grade students from Thomas P. Hughes Elementary School has advanced to the finals of the New Jersey STEAM Tank Challenge for the first time in Berkeley Heights Public Schools' elementary competition history, b
CommunityTAPintoUnion County Invites Eliglible Kenilworth Seniors to Apply for Farmers' Market Nutrition Vouchers
UNION COUNTY, NJ –The Union County Board of County Commissioners and the Department of Human Services’ Division on Aging recently announced that the distribution of Senior Farmers Market vouchers has officially started.Eligible seniors ages 60 and ov
CommunityTAPintoJune 2 Primary Election: Important Information for Linden Voters
LINDEN, 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 com
CommunityTAPintoStudent Prom Safety Presentation Includes Collaboration Between Rahway High School and Local Groups
RAHWAY, NJ — On Wednesday, May 6, Rahway High School (RHS) prom attendees participated in an engaging and informative safety presentation in partnership with the Rahway Police Department, the Elizabeth Police Department, and MADD (Mothers Agains
CommunityTAPintoRotary Club of Union to Host Eloquence Soiree Honoring Student Speakers, Community Leaders
UNION, N.J. — The Rotary Club of Union will host its annual Eloquence Soiree on June 3 at Galloping Hill Caterers, celebrating student achievement in public speaking while honoring community leadership and educational excellence.The event, held annua
CommunityTAPintoSummit Council Spars Over Outdoor Dining, Approves Maple Street Closure
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Common Council voted 4-2 Tuesday night to advance an ordinance authorizing the seasonal closure of Maple Street for outdoor dining, capping a lengthy and sharply divided meeting that centered on statutory authority, traffic ce
CommunityTAPintoUnion Firefighter Honored With NJ FMBA Valor Award for Lifesaving Rescue
EDISON, NJ — A Union firefighter was honored for extraordinary contributions to public safety and heroic actions within the community during the recent New Jersey FMBA Valor Awards ceremony at Pines Manor.Firefighter Owen Tansey received the NJ FMBA
CommunityTAPintoOur Lady of Peace Church Honors Local Firefighters With Hero Mass, Continues Series for Police and EMTs
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — Firefighters arrived in uniform. Parishioners arrived with gratitude. And on a Sunday morning, the two came together for something quietly powerful.Our Lady of Peace Church hosted a Fire Service Hero Mass on Sunday, May 3, brin
CommunityTAPintoAllendale Senior Living Residents Edward and Linda Wieczorek Renew Their Vows After 43 Years of Marriage
ALLENDALE, N.J. – Allendale Senior Living residents Edward and Linda Wieczorek recently marked 43 years of marriage with a vow renewal commemorating decades of love and shared memories. The day was made extra special thanks to Allendale staff members
CommunityTAPintoA Rare Visitor: Sandhill Crane Makes Historic Stop in Rahway
RAHWAY, NJ — Residents and birders alike were treated to a prehistoric-looking surprise this past weekend. A sandhill crane, a bird more commonly associated with the wide-open prairies of the Midwest than the streets of Union County, was spotted