Union County News

NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD – Date Adopted 4/30/2026 Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of County Commissioners has awarded a contract without competitive bidding as a Professional service pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a)

 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD – Date Adopted    4/30/2026 Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of County Commissioners  has awarded a contract without competitive bidding as an extraordinary unspecifiable ser

PUBLIC NOTICEORDINANCE: 866-2026FINAL READING: 4/30/2026 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Ordinance Number 866-2026 was introduced and passed on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners at a regular meeting on March 26th, 2026 and said Ordinance

SUMMIT, NJ — A burglar shattered the quiet of Springfield Avenue early Friday morning, breaking into a local business and making off with a nearly $5,000 electric bicycle in under a minute, according to Summit Police.Officers were dispatched at appro

UNION, NJ — A large crowd filled the Union Art Center's DMK Black Box Theater Thursday night as Union school officials outlined a growing budget shortfall, prompting concern and criticism from parents and staff.Superintendent Dr. Gerry Benaquista tol

KENILWORTH, NJ – Meet Sweet Pea Kenilworth's TAPinto Pet of the Week!Sweet Pea is Olivia’s beloved Australian parakeet and a cherished little member of our family. She’s known for her gentle personality, her love of giving sweet kiss-kisses, and her

ELIZABETH, NJ — A spine-tingling experience is set to arrive in Elizabeth as Paranormal Cirque Specter prepares to raise its Big Top at The Mills at Jersey Gardens this weekend. Blending elements of theater, circus performance, and horror, the s

PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Thursday, Plainfield Boys Basketball Coach Mike Gordon, Jr took to social media to officially announce his resignation. It comes on the heels of two straight Group IV championships, one of which saw Plainfield finish the season ra

KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the following information from Harding Elementary School Principal Mr. Ronald Bubnowski.Hello Harding Families,Here is what you need to know this week…​NJSLA Testing Dates:May 4-6, 2026: Students in Grades 3-5 will be

NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — With four victories in its last five games, the New Providence softball team has been scoring in bunches.The Pioneers feature a deep senior class and one of the most productive lineups in the Union County Conference’s Mountain Di

CLARK, NJ — On Saturday, May 2, the Friends of the Clark Public Library organization is holding a used book, puzzle, and jewelry sale.There will also be a precious gem and metal purchasing event on the same day.For details about all these events, see

CLARK, NJ — Join Clark's Finest this Saturday, May 2, between 9 a.m. and noon, for the Clark Police Department's Coffee with a Cop event.Stop by Manny's Diner in Clark, located at 1030 Raritan Rd., and meet local law enforcement officers.It's coffee,

RAHWAY, NJ — On Tuesday, April 14, the halls of Roosevelt Elementary School echoed with song and spirit as students took the stage for the school’s 2nd annual Music & Movement Performance. Led by music teacher Ms. Baker, the event served as a vib

MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Residents traveling through Mountainside in May might notice green ribbons tied around town — a visible reminder that mental health matters and that awareness begins close to home.The ribbons will be officially tied on May 1st by m

NEW JERSEY — The best marketing advice most business owners never hear is also the simplest: stop trying to reach everyone. Start reaching the right people.Yet too many local businesses continue to invest in broad digital platforms where their ideal

ROSELLE/ELIZABETH, NJ — A man who worked as a school bus aide in Roselle is accused of sexually assaulting two children with autism who rode his bus.“The allegations in this case represent a profound betrayal of trust and a direct threat to the safet

NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — When he took the mound last Friday against Cedar Grove, Andrew Kruep brought new dimensions to the concept of efficiency.The junior right-hander pitched an eight-inning two-hitter and finally got the run support he needed after t

RENO, Nev. — Playing in his first game at the MLB Triple-A level, Danny Serretti made it one to remember.The former Gov. Livingston standout crushed a go-ahead three-run home run to lead the Reno Aces (Arizona Diamondbacks) to a 5–2 victory over

Governor Livingston High School’s 4th Annual Jazz Festival returns on May 7, 2026! Doors open at 5:30 PM, with performances starting at 6:30 PM in the Governor Livingston Auditorium. $5 entrance fee for adults, students are free. What bega