Union County News

Roselle Park's HIP provides income-qualified homeowners and renters up to $25,000 in repair funding as a no-interest forgivable loan. Apply through CGP&H.

Union County held a free mobile paper shredding event in Plainfield on June 14, 2026, open to all county residents. Next stop: Rahway, July 9.

Summit Council President Claire Toth's Q2 2026 update covers affordable housing ordinances, the Chestnut lot reopening, playground upgrades, and new land use proposals.

PSE&G begins electric upgrades on Locust St and W. Colfax Ave in Roselle Park the week of June 29. Work runs 4 to 6 weeks with no power outages expected.

Westfield High School junior Deren Miller is biking 1,700 miles from Miami to NYC this summer to raise money for cancer research and seeking local sponsors.

The Union Arts Center in Union Township, NJ offers a youth summer art program in drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and storytelling.

Woodmont Industrial Partners and Sagard Real Estate have broken ground on two Class-A warehouse buildings at 349 and 389 New Brunswick Ave. in Rahway, NJ.

Rahway DPW workers are pushing back on a proposed contract, saying 1–2% raises on low base salaries don't add up. Negotiations continue

Scotch Plains marks America's 250th on June 26 with a parade, George Washington reenactor, time capsule opening, and Village Green festivities. Free to attend.

Firefighter Tyler Parris of the Roselle Park Volunteer Fire Department graduates from the Union County Fire Academy's basic training program

Roselle's Fire Department marked a leadership change June 24 as Chief Christopher Laba retired after 26 years and 19-year veteran Adrian Perez was sworn in as chief.

Municipal Offices will operate on a Summer Hours Schedule from May 29 through Labor Day with adjusted hours.

Commemorative magnets celebrating Cranford's 250th anniversary are available at local businesses.

Cranford appoints Michael La Place as Executive Director of Downtown Business and Economic Development. He brings planning, sustainability, and historic preservation experience.

Downtown Westfield's Prime Local promotion runs this week with discounts at six local businesses including Adlers, Sole Shoes, and Patricia and Paul.

Plainfield earned gold-level NJ Healthy Town status for the 7th year in a row, recognized for bilingual outreach and community wellness programs. (144 characters)

Summit Mayor Elizabeth Fagan and DCP's David Guida host a Facebook Live Q&A on June 25 at 3 p.m. covering playgrounds and summer programming.

Amazon has donated 750 backpacks and significant funding to support Plainfield students and the Drake House.

The City of Plainfield announced the allocation of $5 million in funding to support residents and businesses impacted by recent storms.