Union County News

Registration remains open for all football players in the 3rd grade and 4th grade for the Scotch Plains-Fanwood PAL 2026 season.

The Westfield Police Department reported multiple incidents of identity theft, fraud, and theft in recent weeks, including a stolen Trek Marlin 5 bicycle valued at $500 and several cases of unauthorized account openings.

Duncan is Kenilworth's Pet of the Week—a quirky French bulldog who steals the show. Learn about him and Boulevard Veterinary Clinic, premier pet care in town.

Scotch Plains Mayor explains July 3rd 911 call surge: county system received 2,855 calls during the storm. Guidance on emergency versus non-emergency calls.

National Weather Service issues Flash Flood Warning for New Providence. Residents urged to avoid travel and follow Turn Around, Don't Drown safety guidance.

Arthur Smith, 83, was found trapped between a furnace and wall in his Randolph Road home after nearly 18 hours missing. He was discovered by his niece who heard shuffling sounds in the furnace room. Smith was in stable condition at JFK University Medical Center.

Plainfield Public Schools presented "Phones Down, Minds Up," a district-wide initiative to support New Jersey's new Bell-to-Bell Device Policy beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. Students will store personal internet-enabled devices during the school day, with devices returned at dismissal. Students with approved accommodations will continue to receive support.

Union County Board of Commissioners approved lowering the threshold for project labor agreement requirements from $5 million to $3 million in response to a new state law mandate, expanding opportunities for union construction workers and strengthening labor standards on public projects.

Union Township's Green Lane Park has reopened after a $3.6 million renovation that added a nature-based playground, boardwalk, walking trails, and more to the five-acre site.

New Providence has been awarded a $75,000 grant from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs' Management Enhancement Review Program, one of 21 local governments receiving funding in the program's inaugural year.

In response to a storm on July 3rd, the Township of Springfield will provide curbside collection of brush and storm damage debris. Collection is limited to storm damage debris only, with specific size restrictions and a deadline of July 19th.

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Plainfield opens emergency relief services: PSE&G mobile trailer, Senior Center shelter, American Red Cross support. Multiple city agencies responding.

Clark Township asks residents to report all storm damage from July 3 by Wednesday July 8. Form submissions support FEMA disaster reporting and assistance.

Plainfield City Council approved three Memoranda of Understanding with developers as the city works to address its budget deficit.

A severe thunderstorm caused significant damage and power outages in Plainfield, forcing the city to cancel its Independence Day parade.

Anthony Ricerca, a Westfield native, comes from a family of police officers and has been sworn in as a new Scotch Plains police officer at a council meeting.

Fanwood's Summer Fan Jam at LaGrande Park features a diverse musical lineup spanning bluegrass to Grateful Dead tribute performances.

Extensive storm damage in Scotch Plains has impacted power restoration, with PSE&G working to restore full service by Tuesday.