Union County News

Three providers run school's out camps at Springfield's Chisholm Community Center on Nov. 3, 5 and 6 with science, cake decorating and sports options.

TGA Junior Golf and Springfield Recreation run indoor golf classes for ages 6 to 11 at Chisholm on Mondays through Dec. 7. The cost is $150 per child.

Ivy Paschkes restored the 18th century herb garden at Springfield’s Cannon Ball House as her Eagle Scout project, with help from 16 kids and 5 adults.

Dayton clinched first place in the Freedom Gold Division with a 28 to 20 win over previously undefeated Highland Park on Friday night in Springfield, NJ.

Springfield Township Committee issued an Oct. 16 statement on administrative charges involving police leadership. No final disciplinary decision has been made.

Jonathan Dayton High School in Springfield reported 217 students in AP courses for 2026, up from 181 in 2022. A total of 91 students earned AP Scholar honors this year, and 71 percent of AP students earned scores that can qualify for college credit. Superintendent Dr. Rachel Goldberg credited the teachers who helped build student capacity.

Springfield Recreation’s Winter Conditioning returns on Tuesdays from Dec. 1 for kindergarten through ninth grade. Space is limited, and refunds end Nov. 13.

Springfield Recreation’s girls indoor floor hockey program returns this winter at Chisholm Community Center. Registration for grades 8 through 12 costs $215.

Springfield Plaza retail center on Route 22 sells for $20.1 million to Adoni Property Group. The 72,120 sq ft center is 97% leased with Olive Garden, NJ MVC, and other tenants.

Sebastian Miguens scored in overtime as Dayton defeated Roselle Park 2-1 in boys soccer on October 12, 2026. Miguels has 10 goals on the season.

Over 200 Westfield volunteers raised $21,085 and packed 40,800 meals at Rise Against Hunger event October 10, 2026. Organizers plan annual tradition.

Dayton football defeated South River 41-6 on October 9, improving to 5-2 with three touchdown passes from Adrian Bernknopf before facing undefeated Highland Park.

Springfield Metal Works recognized for producing Oakland Park sign at cost. Company contributed substantially to community project despite 5x higher competitor estimates.

Dayton girls tennis swept Union 5-0 on October 2. Perianayagam, Lieberman, and Dubey won singles; Pachtman/Santiago and Avraham/Awogboro-Clark swept doubles.

Deshe Landscaping volunteers to maintain Oakland Park in Springfield. Local business provides lawn care and seasonal upkeep to help reduce municipal costs.

Dayton football falls to undefeated New Providence 41-21, snapping a four-game winning streak. Game recap and upcoming matchups inside.

Springfield Township announces tennis court project, Colfax Road improvements, and 50-tree planting initiative; multiple infrastructure projects planned for fall.

Dayton boys soccer defeats Hillside 4-0 for second consecutive shutout; Sebastian Miguens scores two goals, improves to 8 on season.

Dayton Regional High School girls volleyball defeats Linden 25-23, 25-11 in straight sets; Eva Sousa records seven kills and six aces.