Union County News

Two windows at a Scotch Plains business on Front Street were broken June 22 after rocks were thrown at the property. No suspects identified.

Westfield's Jefferson Elementary community is celebrating new accessible playground equipment, the latest milestone in the town's Project Playground effort.

Plainfield Public Library opens its doors Wednesday for a free World Cup Round of 32 watch party, starting with England's noon match against DR Congo.

Summit's Community Night returns to the Village Green on Monday, July 13, inviting local nonprofits to meet residents before Element K takes the stage at 7 p.m.

Elizabeth Police Department's Safe Interaction Program helps residents with special needs and caregivers build trust with officers.

The Elizabeth Police Department has joined Neighbors by Ring, a free app that lets residents view and share local public safety updates and alerts in real time.

Roselle Park hosts free Community Cooldown events every Tuesday in July. Kids run through fire hose water spray while firefighters train. No registration needed.

New Providence celebrates July 3 on South Street at 7 p.m. with a free block party, DJ, 400-lb birthday cake, and fireworks at 9:15 p.m.

Coach Dennis McCaffery's summer baseball and all-sports camps are underway at Cranford Performance Institute for grades 1–7. Starting at $275 per week.

PSE&G and NJ American Water crews are working at Laurel Ave, Springfield Ave, Chatham Rd, and more in Summit, NJ through July 1.

Westfield's Blue Devils softball team endured a down 2026 spring season. Returning underclassmen give the program a foundation heading into 2027.

Berkeley Heights hosts five free outdoor concerts this summer, Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park and The Grove at Connell Park.

Register now for the free Kreative on Purpose wellness program at the Rahway Recreation Center in July, part of BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month.

Scotch Plains closed its Revolution 250 weekend with fireworks and live music at Shady Rest Golf & Country Club on June 27, 2026.

Berkeley Heights Recreation's free Summer Concert Series runs Wednesdays through July 30 at Memorial Park and The Grove at Connell Park. Shows start at 7 PM.

Fanwood's annual Party in the Park drew families to LaGrande Park for inflatables, music, food, and a free screening of The Wild Robot to open summer 2025.

Scotch Plains opened a time capsule sealed in 1984 during its two-day Revolution 250 celebration, with a downtown gathering June 26 and fireworks at Shady Rest June 27.

Municipal offices will operate on a summer hours schedule from May 29 through September 4. Monday-Thursday 8:30-4:30, Friday 8:30-1:30.

Spray parks are open on weekends from 12pm to 7pm through July 4th. Starting July 5th, all spray parks will be open DAILY for residents and families to enjoy all summer long.