Union County News

Union County Savings Bank brings back Passbook CDs combining certificate of deposit security with traditional passbook experience. Available now to customers.

Elizabeth Public Schools begins cell phone-free school day September 10. Personal devices checked at arrival, returned at dismissal. Staff support available.

Elizabeth Portugal Day Committee holds 21st Annual Fishing Derby at Warinanco Park on September 12. Open to children 15 and younger.

Elizabeth High School football dominates season opener, defeating Carteret 53-6. QB A'rique Fleming completes 14 of 16 passes with three touchdowns.

Elizabeth Fire Department's 2026 entry-level firefighter recruitment application deadline was August 31. Next hiring cycle and Civil Service info available. (155 characters)

NJ Motor Vehicle Commission Mobile Unit visits Elizabeth on September 14, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Schedule appointments for Real ID and registration renewal. (150 characters)

Elizabeth High School ranked 20th in New Jersey by U.S. News 2026. 99 percent graduation rate, AP exam achievement, college readiness education rankings.

Alice Debowski, special education teacher at J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy, named Union County Teacher of the Year 2026-27.

Elizabeth Annual Book Bag Giveaway August 25. Free book bags for students. Six locations, 4-6 p.m. Elizabeth residents only.

Elizabeth Public Schools is preparing students for a new bell-to-bell cell phone and personal electronic device policy. District officials are encouraging parents to help their children prepare for the transition through strategies like building screen-free stamina, framing the change positively, and encouraging in-person connections.

A Flood Watch has been issued for Bergen, Essex, Union, Hudson and Passaic Counties from 2 p.m. Thursday, August 20 through 2 a.m. Friday, August 21. Heavy rain with hourly rates reaching about two inches expected, with total rainfall between 1.5 and 2.5 inches.

RWJBarnabas Health Street Medicine Team launches August 13 at NJRC Union Reentry Site in Elizabeth. Free medical care, no insurance required.

Free government contracting workshop in Elizabeth August 27. Small/medium businesses learn federal, state, local procurement opportunities.

Elizabeth Fire Department Annual Open House September 5, 1-4 p.m. Free admission. Meet firefighters, see equipment, Touch-A-Truck, emergency demonstrations.

RWJBarnabas Health launches Street Medicine Team in Elizabeth. Free medical care without insurance or identification. First clinic August 13.

The Elizabeth Development Company has been awarded $430,748 in state funding to expand workforce training opportunities in skilled trades including CDL training, truck driving, electrical assistant, HVAC, and plumbing for 35 participants.

National Weather Service issues flood watch for Elizabeth and Union County from Tuesday through Wednesday morning. Expect 2-5 inches of rain and 1+ inches per hour.

Elizabeth Public Library hosts free job fair August 4. Job seekers can meet employers, learn about positions, and network with local organizations.