Union County News
Hyperlocal stories from all 21 Union County municipalities.
CommunityTAPintoStudents Dig Into Science at the Clark Preschool
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
CommunityTAPintoChurch of the Little Flower to Host Vacation Bible School's Snowball Mountain Challenge This June
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
CommunityTAPintoGreater Union Chamber Marks 70 Years with Gala, Honors Local Businesses/Leaders
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
CommunityTAPintoWestfield Rotary Recognizes McKinley and Westfield High School Staff Members
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
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence School District excels at the New Jersey Technology Student Association Conference
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
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence High School students lead at the NJ Youth and Government Conference
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
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence School District awards Certificates of Excellence in Visual Arts, Music Performance, and Writing
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
El Condado De Union Invita a Los Adultos Mayores Elegibles A Solicitar Vales De Nutrición Para Mercados De Agricultores.
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
Union County Invites Eligible Seniors to Apply For Farmers’ Market Nutrition Vouchers
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
CommunityTAPintoLantern Hill Celebrates Older Americans Month with Annual Resident Spring Art Show
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
CommunityTAPintoNew Camera System Reduces Illegal Dumping Incidents at Springfield Recycling Center
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
CommunityTAPintoNJ Lawmakers Propose Guardrails to Limit License Plate Camera Data
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
CommunityTAPintoSpringfield and Millburn Advance Shared Salt Dome Project
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
CommunityTAPintoJune 2 Primary Election: Important Information for Hillside Voters
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
CommunityTAPintoMore Milestones, Momentum and a Tough County Tournament Exit: New Providence Girls Lacrosse Reflects on a Season Worth Watching
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
CommunityTAPintoJune 2 Primary Election: Important Information for Roselle Park Voters
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,
CommunityTAPintoVarsity Baseball: Bears Triumph and Continue Winning Streak
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
El Condado De Union Invierte en Las Artes Y La Historia Locales a Través De Las Subvenciones Heart Del 2026
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
Union County Acknowledges Mental Heath Awareness Month With Youth-Focused Webinar on May 13th
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
CommunityTAPintoBerkeley Heights Buzzing With Community Events, World Cup Countdown Begins
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — With just over a month until the first kick, Berkeley Heights is gearing up for what promises to be one of the most eventful summers in recent memory — and Tuesday night's Township Council meeting made clear the community cal