Union County News
Hyperlocal stories from all 21 Union County municipalities.
CommunityTAPintoElizabeth Public Schools to Host 4th Annual Multicultural Festival on June 9
ELIZABETH, NJ - The Elizabeth Public Schools district will celebrate the city’s cultural diversity during its 4th Annual EPS Multicultural Festival on Tuesday, June 9, at the Thomas G. Dunn Sports Center.The event will take place from 4:30 p.m. to 7
CommunityTAPintoElizabeth Organizations, Artist Receive Union County HEART Grants
ELIZABETH, NJ — Eleven organizations in Elizabeth, in addition to a local artist, are among the recipients of a portion of $100,000 awarded through the 2026 Union County HEART Grant Program.HEART, which stands for history, education, arts reaching th
CommunityTAPintoElizabeth Public Library to Host Job Fair on May 19
ELIZABETH, NJ — Job seekers in the Elizabeth area will have an opportunity to connect with employers and explore career opportunities during an upcoming Job Fair hosted by the Elizabeth Public Library in partnership with Bayway and Proceed Inc.The ev
CommunityTAPintoCity of Elizabeth Offers Free STD Services with Updated Clinic Hours
ELIZABETH, NJ — The City of Elizabeth, under the leadership of Mayor J. Christian Bollwage and the Department of Health and Human Services & Public Health Nursing, is continuing to provide free STD testing and services to eligible residents at th
CommunityTAPintoUnion County’s Fresh Start Initiative Returns to Elizabeth
ELIZABETH, NJ - Union County announced the return of its Fresh Start initiative at the Elizabeth Public Library on Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Showers, laundry, and restroom services are available to residents on a first-come, first-served b
CommunityTAPintoParanormal Cirque Brings Chills, Thrills to Elizabeth This Weekend
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
CommunityTAPintoElizabeth Portugal Day Royal Pageant Celebrates Portuguese Heritage with “Day of Freedom” Theme
ELIZABETH, NJ - A celebration of culture, history, and community spirit took center stage in Elizabeth as Elizabeth Portugal Day's pageant honored Portugal’s rich heritage with a meaningful theme inspired by Dia da Liberdade, or the Day of Freedom.He
CommunityTAPintoElizabeth Baseball Narrowly Loses to 11-5 North Bergen in Extra Innings Offensive Clinic
ELIZABETH, NJ - The Elizabeth Baseball Team took North Bergen to extra innings on Tuesday, narrowly losing 12-11. Derek Guzman, EJ Olavarria, and Albert Maldonado each scored three runs. Maldonado, Giovanni Garcia, Jayden Cruz, Zaki Abdur Rahman
CommunityTAPintoElizabeth Public Schools to Host Virtual “Basic AI” Workshop for Parents
ELIZABETH, NJ — Elizabeth Public Schools invites parents and guardians to expand their understanding of technology at an upcoming virtual workshop on the basics of artificial intelligence.Part of the district’s Parent Development Workshop Series for
CommunityTAPintoHamilton Senior Receives Full Scholarship Through QuestBridge
ELIZABETH, NJ - Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy senior Yusrah Lawal has been awarded a full scholarship to the University of Pennsylvania through the 2025 QuestBridge National College Match, a national program that connects high-achieving
CommunityTAPintoElizabeth Baseball Defeats Johnson a Second Time to Extend Win Streak
ELIZABETH, NJ - The Elizabeth baseball team extended its win streak to two games on Thursday, defeating Johnson a second time in the past week. The Minutemen were led by Albert Maldonado, who put on a two-way clinic, hitting a home run and scori
CommunityTAPintoSchools Development Authority Breaks Ground on New School in Elizabeth
ELIZABETH, NJ - The New Jersey Schools Development Authority (SDA) joined Elizabeth Public Schools and city officials at a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Joseph Battin School No. 4 on Tuesday. “The construction of another new school in Eliz
CommunityTAPintoElizabeth Baseball Snaps 5 Game Losing Streak in Tuesday Victory Against Johnson
ELIZABETH, NJ - The Elizabeth baseball team snapped its five-game losing streak on Tuesday, defeating Johnson 7-5. Aidyn Ly scored two runs. Derek Guzman and Giovanni Garcia had two hits. Albert Maldonado and EJ Olavarria each had an RBI. Maldon
CommunityTAPintoElizabeth School Named AVID National Demonstration School
ELIZABETH, NJ - Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy has been selected as an Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) National Demonstration School in an announcement made during a validation event at the school and on the Elizabeth Pub
CommunityTAPintoUnion County Valor Awards to Honor Elizabeth First Responders
SPRINGFIELD, NJ - The Two Hundred Club of Union County will recognize the bravery and dedication of local first responders during its 57th Annual Valor Awards Luncheon on Friday, May 15, 2026.The event will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at
CommunityTAPintoElizabeth Softball: 3 Home Runs Power Minutemen to Victory Over Kent Place
ELIZABETH, NJ - The Elizabeth Softball Team secured its 5th victory of the season on Thursday, defeating Kent Place 8-4. Anabelle Glavey led the way with two home runs and three RBI. Gabrielle Rojas hit a solo home run, scored two runs, and drew
CommunityTAPintoElizabeth to Host 2026 Earth Day Cleanup at City Hall
ELIZABETH, NJ – Mayor J. Christian Bollwage, the City of Elizabeth, and the New Jersey Clean Communities Council are inviting residents to take part in the 2026 Earth Day Cleanup on Wednesday, April 22.The community-wide event will take place from 9
CommunityTAPintoFour EPS High Schools Make 2025 AP School Honor Roll
ELIZABETH, NJ - Four high schools of Elizabeth Public Schools were recognized by the College Board as members of the College Board 2025 AP School Honor Roll. Elizabeth High School – Frank J. Cicarell Academy (EHS – FJC), Alexander Ham