Union County News

Elizabeth posted a Watershed Inventory Report on storm drains and flooding. Residents can email questions or comments to the City Engineer by Dec. 12.

Groundwork Elizabeth hosts a free Fall at the Farm on Oct. 31 at 740 W. Grand St. with pumpkin painting, crafts and archery. Registration is required.

Three Elizabeth groups receive $3,000 in Union County grants for America’s 250th anniversary history projects, including the Red Lion Inn plaque restoration.

Elizabeth boys soccer clinched the Watchung Division title with a 4 to 1 win over Union on Oct. 13. The Minutemen host Dickinson Saturday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m.

The NJ Motor Vehicle Commission mobile unit visits Elizabeth on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 324 Trinity Place. Appointments are required for eligible participants.

Elizabeth launches BREATHE Dashboard for air quality monitoring. Research shows disparities in heat and pollution exposure across neighborhoods.

Elizabeth girls soccer ties Kent Place 1-1 in double overtime. Emanii Melendez scores; Khloe Saliva records 8 saves. Next: Cranford today.

Elizabeth football dominates Hillsborough with 44-0 shutout victory Friday night, keeping the Minutemen undefeated at 7-0 this season with strong defensive play.

Elizabeth football defeats Linden 39-18 to stay unbeaten at 6-0. QB A'rique Fleming 4 TDs; Qua'Yon Williams fumble recovery TD. October 2, 2026.

Adrian Campossevilla charged with vehicular homicide in May 2026 fatal crash in Elizabeth. Victim Donna Bass, 64. Investigation findings released.

Elizabeth boys soccer defeats Scotch Plains-Fanwood 1-0 in double overtime Sept 15. Elizabeth 5-0, SPF 4-1. Moreno scores game-winner.

City of Elizabeth receives Silver Award for pedestrian/bike safety Sept 24. Fifteen Elizabeth schools recognized. EZ Ride 2026 Annual Recognition Event.

Joseph Battin School No. 4 reaches construction milestone in Elizabeth. 146,000 sq ft facility for 1,068 students PreK-8. $101.5M SDA project. Beam signing ceremony.

Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services awarded $3.75M SAMHSA grant. Five-year initiative expands behavioral health services for youth in crisis. Elizabeth-based organization.

RWJBarnabas Health street medicine program serves homeless residents in Elizabeth. Union County hosts webinars Sept 21-23 on SNAP/Medicaid changes and assistance.

Elizabeth residents push anti-bullying law for private schools after son's death. Assembly unanimously advances Jack Reid Law. Protections for all NJ students.

Community Access Unlimited's ACE student artwork displayed at Union County Commissioners Gallery, Elizabeth through October 30. Weekdays 9-5. Free admission.

Midtown Elizabeth Annual Car Show "Shifting Gears" rescheduled to September 27 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 2 Broad Street. Cars, trucks, motorcycles welcome.

Review upcoming September community events, volunteer drives, and public outreach programs announced by Assemblywoman Quijano in Elizabeth.