Union County News

Clark police warn drivers of possible road closures and lane merges at 11 construction sites. The full list of addresses and intersections is included below.

Arthur L. Johnson (ALJ) High School added a guitar elective this year through a Classics for Kids Foundation grant. The class grew from one section to two.

Clark honors First Lt. John Wilkes, who died in service on Oct. 9, 1958, during a training flight in Arizona. He is memorialized at the Clark War Memorial.

Arthur L. Johnson High School in Clark adds guitar elective to music program with grant funding. Class expanded from 1 to 2 sections due to student demand.

Justin Huff, AP Scholar with Distinction and four-year athlete, recognized as Arthur L. Johnson High School’s September Student of the Month for academic and community achievements.

Clark preschool Pre-K students learn life skills through themed activities including a classroom laundry room and garage using the Tools of the Mind curriculum.

Clark Volunteer Emergency Squad received a new 2026 Braun ambulance with expanded interior space for patient care and equipment storage.

Valley Road Elementary kindergartners in Clark learn about apples through books, virtual orchard field trip, debate, and hands-on taste test activity.

Dr. William Robinson Museum opens 1975 time capsule October 18 (1–4 p.m.). Part of Union County Four Centuries in a Weekend. 593 Madison Hill Road, Clark.

Clark Township Health Department alerts residents to rabid skunk that contacted 2 dogs on Prospect Street. Rabies prevention and response guidance provided.

Clark Volunteer Emergency Squad receives new 2026 Braun Chief XL ambulance from Clark Township. Improves emergency response capacity and backup rotation.

Elizabethtown Gas work continues in Clark this week across multiple streets. Traffic advisories for Hidden Creek, Stonehenge Terrace, Tudor Drive, Victoria Drive, Conger Way, and more.

Clark Township Health Department warns residents: rabid skunk on Prospect Street had contact with 2 dogs; protect pets with current vaccinations.

Clark Department of Public Works conducting storm branch pickup today, Sept. 30. Residents must place branches at curb by morning. Follow placement guidelines.

Arthur L. Johnson's marching band swept top caption awards at a New Jersey Marching Band Directors Association contest on September 19, earning first place in group and Best Music, Visual, and Effects. The 2026 production is titled "Fractured."

Free Wednesday morning string and flute ensemble for seniors 55+ in Clark. Rehearsals 10:30 a.m.–noon at Zion Lutheran Church. Register at NJWA.

Arthur L. Johnson girls volleyball defeats College Achieve Central 25-4, 25-6. Crusaders remain undefeated at 5-0 after dominant home victory Friday.

Clark Township alerts residents to Elizabethtown Gas utility work this week. Seven streets affected: Willow Way, Grove, Largo Lane, Tudor, Victoria, Meadow, Sweet Briar.

Clark Recreation Center ranked #1 in Union County for 2026. 4.6-star Google rating. Led by Recreation Director Ralph Bernardo. Top-rated community facility.