Union County News
Hyperlocal stories from all 21 Union County municipalities.
CommunityTAPintoBaseball: Summit Survives New Providence Threat in Seventh to Win, 5-4, in Union County Tournament
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Although they still trailed, the New Providence baseball team appeared to have Summit right where they wanted them in the bottom of the seventh inning.The first two batters were on base and the Pioneers, trailing by a run, had th
CommunityTAPintoFriday Night at the OLP Fair: New Rides, Old Memories and Not a Drop of Rain to Spoil the Fun
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — The forecast called for rain. The fair had other plans.Clouds threatened all week, and a few stray drops fell Friday evening at Our Lady of Peace Parish's annual OLP Fair — but nothing was enough to dampen the spirit of one of
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence's Douglas Sullivan Named Sustainability Hero by Sustainable Jersey
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — Douglas Sullivan did not set out to lead a sustainability movement. He just wanted to help with an emissions inventory.More than a decade later, the environmental engineer from New Providence has been named a Sustainability Her
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence Firefighters to Be Honored for Flood Rescue That Saved Woman and Her Dog
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — Two New Providence firefighters who plunged into rapidly rising floodwaters to save a woman and her dog trapped inside a submerged vehicle will be honored for their bravery later this month.Firefighter Daniel G. Nelson and Fire
CommunityTAPintoOur Lady of Peace Church Honors Local Firefighters With Hero Mass, Continues Series for Police and EMTs
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — Firefighters arrived in uniform. Parishioners arrived with gratitude. And on a Sunday morning, the two came together for something quietly powerful.Our Lady of Peace Church hosted a Fire Service Hero Mass on Sunday, May 3, brin
CommunityTAPintoAllendale Senior Living Residents Edward and Linda Wieczorek Renew Their Vows After 43 Years of Marriage
ALLENDALE, N.J. – Allendale Senior Living residents Edward and Linda Wieczorek recently marked 43 years of marriage with a vow renewal commemorating decades of love and shared memories. The day was made extra special thanks to Allendale staff members
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence School District excels at the New Jersey Technology Student Association Conference
On May 2, 2026, 79 students from the New Providence High School STEM club competed in 36 competitive events at the 2026 NJTSA State Conference under the direction of their advisors: Rachel Fintz, Daniel Barletta, Jennifer Pasuit, Susan Rembetsy
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence High School students lead at the NJ Youth and Government Conference
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - The New Providence High School Youth and Government Club had an incredible performance at the annual New Jersey Youth and Government Conference, held April 24-26, 2026. “New Jersey Youth and Government has been educati
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence School District awards Certificates of Excellence in Visual Arts, Music Performance, and Writing
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - The New Providence School District was pleased to recognize the 2025/2026 school year recipients of the Certificate of Excellence in Visual Arts, Music and Performing Arts, and Writing at the Board of Education meeting on Thursda
CommunityTAPintoLantern Hill Celebrates Older Americans Month with Annual Resident Spring Art Show
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - In celebration of Older Americans Month, Lantern Hill, an Erickson Senior Living managed community in New Providence, New Jersey, proudly unveiled its annual Resident Spring Art Show on May 1. The exhibit will be on display throu
CommunityTAPintoMore Milestones, Momentum and a Tough County Tournament Exit: New Providence Girls Lacrosse Reflects on a Season Worth Watching
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — Two sophomores. Two 100-goal milestones. And a season that has made clear that New Providence girls lacrosse is building toward something worth paying attention to.Libby Knight and Addy Fitzgerald have quietly become one of the
CommunityTAPintoBoys Lacrosse: New Providence Beats A.L. Johnson, 13-8, in Union County Tournament Quarterfinals
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — The New Providence boys lacrosse team advanced in the quarterfinal round of the Union County Tournament with a 13-8 victory over A.L. Johnson on Monday.The score was 8-7 after three quarters before the Pioneers finished off Johns
CommunityTAPintoBerkeley Heights Police Investigate Armed Threat Incident; Suspect Taken into Custody
Berkeley Heights, NJ — At approximately 11:14 a.m. on May 4, 2026, officers from the Berkeley Heights Police Department responded to a residence on Wren Court following a report of a male suspect brandishing a handgun at a landscaper.Upon arrival, of
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence's FreeCycle Fest Proves One Person's Junk Is Another's Treasure
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — A chilly Sunday morning was no match for the enthusiasm of New Providence residents who turned out in force for the borough's spring FreeCycle Fest, transforming the Community Pool Parking Lot into a bustling open-air bazaar wher
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence BOE Presents Digital Wellness and Communication Goals Update
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Board of Education (BOE) continued its deep dive into the board goals at its Thursday, April 30 meeting. This time the board explained “Promoting Digital Wellness” and “Enhancing Family Engagement & Communications” goals.
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence BOE Approves the 2026-2027 School Budget
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Board of Education (BOE) approved the 2026-2027 school budget at its Thursday, April 30 meeting. Vice President Stacey Gunderman and Board Member Donna Zane provided the budget presentation. The $53.5 million operating budget
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence Education Foundation Presents a Check for$69.8K to the BOE
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The New Providence Education Foundation (NPEF) presented a check totaling $69,833 to the school district at the Thursday, April 30 Board of Education (BOE) meeting. Vice President of the NPEF Kelly Szeto along with NPEF Board Mem
CommunityTAPintoNew Providence Boys Lacrosse Hits Midseason Stride With 8-4 Record, Eyes Union County Tournament Run
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — It has been a season of milestones in New Providence — 100 goals for AJ Whitehead, who now sits at 128 for his career, 105 goals for Ryan Knight, and 468 saves for goalkeeper Drew Gullo — and the Pioneers are hitting their stride
CommunityTAPintoSwings, Sensory Stations and Shade: Oakwood Park's New Inclusive Playground Breaks Ground in July
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - The long-awaited Oakwood Park Playground renovation project is breaking ground this July.The new inclusive playground will feature fun recreational play equipment that can be accessed by all children and adults. In addition to ma
CommunityTAPintoYoung Anglers Cast Their Lines at New Providence Fishing Derby
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — The early bird catches the fish — or at least that was the plan Saturday morning in New Providence.Under a cool, grey sky that felt more like a fisherman's good omen than a deterrent, young anglers and their families turned out f