Union County News
Hyperlocal stories from all 21 Union County municipalities.
CommunityTAPintoThree Roselle Women Honored With Union County SHERO Award
ROSELLE, NJ – Last week three Roselle women received the 2026 Union County SHERO Award, given to county residents who have made significant contributions to their community. Angela Calzone, Samantha Carpio, and Jariclia “Heidi” Recinos were hon
CommunityTAPintoRoselle Awarded $42,980 Clean Communities Grant
ROSELLE, NJ – Roselle Mayor Donald Shaw announced last week that the borough will be receiving a grant from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Solid Waste Division. The funds, totaling $42,980, is part of the Clean Communit
CommunityTAPintoRoselle Hosts Mother's Day Luncheon
ROSELLE, NJ – With Mother’s Day just a few hours away, Roselle celebrated a little early as the Anthony Almafe Center played host to the annual Mother’s Day Luncheon on Saturday afternoon. The event, organized by the Roselle Parks and Recreatio
CommunityTAPintoRoselle Planning Board Delays PSE&G Substation Approval Amid Resident Outcries
ROSELLE, NJ — Roselle’s Planning Board tabled a measure to approve an electrical substation project undertaken by PSE&G until their June meeting following public outcry.The meeting, which occurred on May 6 at Borough Hall, included a p
CommunityTAPintoRoselle Local Artist and Organizations Receive Funds From Union County HEART Grants
ROSELLE, NJ – Local artists and community organizations in Roselle are among the recipients of funding through the 2026 Union County HEART (History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant Program. The Union County Board of County Commissione
CommunityTAPintoRoselle BOE OKs Maker Space, Security Vestibule Upgrades
ROSELLE, NJ — Roselle’s Board of Education held a special meeting on May 4th to consider a specific update to the District's Long Range Facilities Plan (LRFP).The Board approved a resolution to authorize Netta Architects, LLC to submit sche
CommunityTAPintoBorough Council Approves Introduction of 2026 Budget by 4-2 Vote
ROSELLE, NJ – After a lengthy debate and much deliberation, the Borough of Roselle Council approved the introduction of the 2026 budget by a vote of 4-2 during the regular meeting on April 29.The budget includes $61 million in total appropriation wit
CommunityTAPintoRoselle Public Schools Launches Portrait of a Graduate
ROSELLE, NJ — Roselle Public Schools is officially introducing a new district initiative that’s designed to prepare students for success in college, careers and life.Titled ‘The Portrait of a Graduate’, the forward-thinking framework is an effo
CommunityTAPintoRoselle Health Department to Run Free Rabies Clinic in May
ROSELLE, NJ – As the weather warms up and people start to enjoy the outdoors more, the Borough of Roselle is running a free rabies clinic for six days at Borough Hall.For two weekends, May 1–3 and May 15–17, Roselle and Union County residents can bri
CommunityTAPintoRoselle Bus Aide Charged with Sexual Assault of Teenagers with Autism
ROSELLE/ELIZABETH, NJ — A man who worked as a school bus aide in Roselle is accused of sexually assaulting two children with autism who rode his bus.“The allegations in this case represent a profound betrayal of trust and a direct threat to the safet
CommunityTAPintoCouncilman Brandon Bernier Holds 2nd Ward Community Meeting
ROSELLE, NJ – On Tuesday night, Councilman Brandon Bernier hosted his monthly 2nd Ward Community Meeting at Agape House of Worship Prayer Chapel. State Senator Joe Cryan joined the discussion as well, focusing on statewide issues such as survei
CommunityTAPintoRoselle Board Meeting Spotlights District Success
ROSELLE, NJ — The Roselle Board of Education's meeting on Monday highlighted district successes, transparent communication and commitment to the community.While the 2026-2027 Roselle Public School Budget was the main focus of the evening’s agenda, th
CommunityTAPintoRoselle Borough Council to Discuss 2026 Annual Budget
ROSELLE, NJ – The Borough Council is scheduled to introduce and vote to approve the 2026 calendar year budget for 2026 at the body’s meeting on Wednesday, April 29. After the borough council meeting was postponed last week due to an unannounced reaso
CommunityTAPintoRoselle Public Schools Approves 2026-27 Budget; No Tax Hike
ROSELLE, NJ — The Roselle Board of Education approved the final 2026-2027 Roselle Public Schools Budget on April 27. The final budget includes roughly $88.6 million in expenditures, a 4.6% decrease from the current academic year.Dr. Melissa Simm
CommunityTAPintoRoselle Asks Community to be Part of Annual Juneteenth Celebration
ROSELLE, NJ — Roselle is gearing up for its annual Juneteenth celebration.It will be held on Friday, June 19, on Chestnut Street.The community block party features DJ Qua and Friends.The borough is inviting church choirs, African dance groups, perfor
CommunityTAPintoRoselle BOE to Hold Public Hearing on 2026-27 Budget
ROSELLE, NJ — The borough of Roselle’s Board of Education is scheduled to meet on Monday, April 27th to discuss the upcoming school year's budget.According to a public notice on the board’s website, a public hearing will be held regarding the budget
CommunityTAPintoRoselle's Kindergarten Success Academy Named State and National School of Character
ROSELLE, NJ — High marks for Roselle's Kindergarten Success Academy.The school has been named a State and National School of Character.“This prestigious honor recognizes their commitment to fostering a kind, respectful, and inclusive environment wher
CommunityTAPintoInroads to Opportunities Celebrates Earth Day with Community Clean-Up in Roselle
ROSELLE, NJ – The rain could not keep people off the streets for long.After postponing the Inroads to Opportunities Earth Day Different Abilities Clean-Up by one day due to inclement weather, the group was out in full force on Thursday morning as doz
CommunityTAPintoStudents from Roselle Earn Dean's List Honors at Montclair State University
MONTCLAIR, NJ — Montclair State University has announced its Fall 2025 Dean’s List, recognizing students who demonstrated strong academic achievement during the semester.To earn Dean’s List honors, students must achieve a semester GPA of 3.50 or high
CommunityTAPintoRoselle Raises Flag for Autism Awareness Month
ROSELLE, NJ — The Borough of Roselle hosted its annual Autism Awareness Flag Raising Event Monday to celebrate Autism Awareness Month.Despite the chilly conditions, residents attended the event, which was hosted in front of Borough Hall, in part