Union County News
Hyperlocal stories from all 21 Union County municipalities.
CommunityTAPintoWhatâs Happening in Cranford in May?
CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast of Cranford Radio compiles what's happening in Cranford: Drive-Thru Food Drive â Saturday, May 9 The need for food never goes away and the Cranford United Methodist Church is holding their
CommunityTAPintoFiddler on the Roof Shines as a Cultural Gem at the Cranford Dramatic Club
CRANFORD, NJ - On May 1, the Cranford Dramatic Club held its opening night for Fiddler on the Roof, continuing the theaterâs 107th season. Fiddler on the Roof opened on Broadway in 1964, with its original run lasting for over 3,000 performa
CommunityTAPintoDriver Charged With Eluding Police After Sunday Night Crash on Orange Avenue in Cranford
CRANFORD, N.J. â A driver was taken into custody Sunday night after fleeing police and crashing on Orange Avenue, according to a statement from the Cranford Police Department.The crash occurred at approximately 9:55 p.m. on May 3, when officers initi
CommunityTAPintoCranford Library Expansion Temporarily Halted After State Issues Stop-Work Order Over Labor Violations
CRANFORD, NJ - Work on the Cranford Public Library expansion project was temporarily halted last month after the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) issued a stop-work order against a subcontractor tied to the site, citing wage theft and mul
CommunityTAPintoDriver Charged With DWI Following Rollover Crash in Cranford
CRANFORD, NJ â A driver was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated following a rollover crash Saturday night on Walnut Avenue, according to a statement from the Cranford Police Department.Police said officers responded at approximately 10
CommunityTAPintoLadiesâ Night Out Meets Giving Back at Cranford Sip & Shop
CRANFORD, NJ - Downtown Cranford will turn into a lively, after-hours shopping and social destination on Friday, May 8, as the Cranford Womanâs Club hosts its annual Sip & Shop from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., offering a mix of wine tastings, special
CommunityTAPintoActors Mike Colter, Busy Philipps Spotted Filming in Cranford
CRANFORD, N.J. â A new network television drama is bringing lights, cameras and production crews to Cranford Monday, as filming for the upcoming CBS series âCupertinoâ takes place on Holly Street.The show, expected to debut during the 2026â27 televis
CommunityTAPintoCranford Police Charge Newark Man After Alleged Assault on Officers, Stolen Vehicle Investigation
CRANFORD, N.J. â An Essex County man was charged with multiple offenses, including aggravated assault on law enforcement, following an incident late Wednesday night on South Avenue East, according to the Cranford Police Department.Police said officer
CommunityTAPintoWhatâs Happening in Cranford in May?
CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast of Cranford Radio compiles what's happening in Cranford: Spring Market Fair â Sunday, May 3 The TBEMC Sisterhood is holding the fair in the templeâs parking lot. A wide va
CommunityTAPintoCranford Bookstore Curates Thoughtful Motherâs Day Picks for Every Kind of Reader
CRANFORD, NJ - With Motherâs Day approaching, the owners of The Cranford Bookstore are offering a curated trio of fiction picks that balance escapism, humor, and emotional depth, just in time for spring gifting. The recommendations come with an
CommunityTAPintoCranford Runner's Long Road to Boston Marathon Ends in Top-5 Masters Finish
CRANFORD, NJ - Cranford resident Sean Swift delivered a standout performance at the 2026 Boston Marathon in April, finishing 101st overall and placing fifth among runners age 40 and older in one of the worldâs most competitive races. The 2026 field i
CommunityTAPintoAura Coffee Roasters Opens Downtown, Expanding Cranfordâs Growing Coffee Scene
CRANFORD, NJ - Cranfordâs coffee scene continues to grow with the recent opening of Aura Coffee Roasters at 109 Walnut Avenue, bringing a focus on small-batch roasting and house-made ingredients to the downtown.Owner Argjend Berisha and his wife, Fjo
CommunityTAPintoTownship Committee Focuses on Trees, Community Engagement, and Infrastructure Updates
CRANFORD, NJ - The Township Committeeâs April 21 meeting opened with a focus on environmental stewardship, volunteerism, and a slate of spring initiatives, as officials highlighted community engagement efforts alongside upcoming infrastructure projec
CommunityTAPintoHow One Backyard Bird Changed a Cranford Photographerâs Perspective
CRANFORD, NJ - A flash of red in early May has become more than a fleeting sighting for Cranford resident Christine Dyer. It has turned into a yearly ritual, a marker of the season, and a reminder to slow down and pay attention.Dyer, a photographer a
CommunityTAPintoNew Flavor at Vanilla Bean Creamery Inspired by Trivia Win
CRANFORD, NJ - A winning night of trivia is turning into a new ice cream flavor in town. CranGPT, the first-place team at the Cranford Fund for Educational Excellenceâs (CFEE) 2026 Trivia Night, earned the opportunity to create and name a custom flav
CommunityTAPintoCranford Scouts Make Giving Easy With Drive-Through Food Collection
CRANFORD, NJ - Donating to a local food drive is getting a little easier this spring, as Cranford scouts bring back a popular âScouting for Foodâ effort with a drive-through option designed for busy schedules.On Saturday, May 9, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.
CommunityTAPintoBaseball: Cranford Falls to Bayonne, 6-3, on Senior Day
CRANFORD, NJ â Since pulling out a thrilling nine-inning victory over Gov. Livingston on April 16, the subsequent week was a challenging one for the Cranford baseball team.The Cougars lost a one-run road game at Watchung Hills, got swept in a two-gam
CommunityTAPintoCranford Teen Up for National Award as Sports Sitters Expands
CRANFORD, NJ - A Cranford teenager behind a growing youth sports program is now in the running for a national honor, with voting set to close tomorrow.Cody DeCoons, 14, founder of Sports Sitters, has been named a finalist for the Entrepreneur of Impa
CommunityTAPintoCranford History: Remembering Old Peppy on Arbor Day
CRANFORD, NJ - Each Arbor Day, communities across the country pause to recognize the value of trees. In Cranford, that tradition is rooted in the memory of one of its most storied landmarks, a towering pepperidge tree known as âOld Peppy,â whose lega
CommunityTAPintoDink and Drop: Ways to Play Pickleball in Cranford
CRANFORD, NJ - Pickleball players in Cranford no longer need to plan far in advance or commit to a league to get on the court. With expanded hours, flexible pricing, and multiple drop-in options, the township has made it easier than ever for resident