Union County News

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,

Berkeley Heights tabled Ordinance 2026-15 on June 30 after a 3-hour overflow crowd opposed replacing the volunteer Recreation Commission with a Township department.

As temperatures rise, recognize the warning signs of heat stroke, a life-threatening medical emergency that requires immediate action.

Springfield opens cooling center July 4 during extreme heat watch. Heat indexes may reach 110 degrees. Free cooling station open noon to 6 p.m. at Chisholm Community Center.

Springfield Library has launched the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge with the theme 'Unearth Your Story'

Scotch Plains marked America's 250th anniversary June 26 with a Park Avenue parade, veteran tributes at the Baptist Church, and remarks from local leaders. (155 characters — verified, unchanged)

Seventeen roads remain closed in New Providence, NJ due to downed trees and power lines from storm cleanup. Avoid closed areas; treat downed wires as live and dangerous.

On June 30, the Council will hold a conference session and consider introduction of an ordinance that would transition the Rec Commission to a Rec Dept.

The Borough will be collecting storm-related brush beginning on Tuesday, July 7. All storm debris must be placed at the curb no later than your scheduled zone date.

The Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce of Elizabeth, the Elizabeth Destination Marketing Organization, and government officials recently gathered …

JCP&L presented its $212 million Energize NJ program to Berkeley Heights Council. Infrastructure upgrades target 2027-2028. Estimated cost to residents: 86 cents per month.

Springfield Recreation Department opens flag football registration for 3rd-8th graders. Program runs Mondays Sept 7-Oct 26. Cost is $150. Register by Aug 15, 2026.

The 12th annual Rahway Football Golf Outing brought more than 140 golfers to Galloping Hill Golf Course in Kenilworth on June 26, with over 30 sponsors, contests, raffles, and food from a pizza truck on site.

Elizabeth features a revitalizing downtown, flourishing cultural scene, dining and shopping options.

Summit's 79th annual Fourth of July Celebration fills Soldiers Memorial Field on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from noon through fireworks at 9:15 p.m., with live music, amusement rides, food vendors, and children's activities.

A National Historic Landmark tall ship is docking at Elizabeth Waterfront Marina this weekend for free public tours.

Cranford's America 250 celebration moves indoors to beat the heatwave, but the free food, games, and activities are still happening today.

Elizabeth is presented as the perfect gateway destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment in New Jersey.