Union County News

A Union County grand jury indicted Jaheed Fields on murder and attempted murder charges in connection with an April 11 fatal shooting at Union's Chick-fil-A on Route 22.

Union Township's Back-to-School Collection Drive runs through August 27, culminating in Community Day August 29 with giveaways and haircuts.

Fatal crash Morris Avenue Union, July 31. 66-year-old woman died. Dodge Charger struck multiple vehicles. Investigation ongoing. Witnesses sought.

Union County celebrates America's 250th birthday with upcoming events including Music in the Garden, Colonial Beer Making, and Revolutionary War programs.

Mala Aria, a festival-winning play, explores love, family, and sacrifice at Premiere Stages at Kean University in Union. Runs through August 2. Get tickets now.

Union Township launches metered parking system on September 15, 2025, with on-street parking at $0.50 per 30 minutes after 15 free minutes and lot parking from $0.50 to $10 per day.

Union Township's Green Lane Park has reopened after a $3.6 million renovation that added a nature-based playground, boardwalk, walking trails, and more to the five-acre site.

Union Township's Summer Concert Series features live music at Rabkin Park through July 30. Free concerts, food trucks, and outdoor seating for families and neighbors. (154 characters)

Union County sues Open Road Subaru entities for allegedly clearing 1.5 acres of county-owned parkland and removing 300 mature trees without authorization.

Joanne Rajoppi, who served as Union County Clerk for more than 30 years, has died at age 78. She was a six-time recipient of the National Association of Counties Award and served at Rutgers University for nearly 20 years. She championed voting machine transparency and was praised for her advocacy for election integrity.

The Union Arts Center in Union Township, NJ offers a youth summer art program in drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and storytelling.

The Union Art Gallery opens Canvas & Thread on July 16 at 6 p.m. — a free exhibit featuring two sisters exploring shared themes through painting and thread art. (158 characters)

The Theater Project stages Alabama Story at DMK Theater in Union, NJ, Aug. 6–16, 2026. Tickets from $20. Pay What You Can night on August 14.

Meet one-on-one with an NJEDA rep at the Union Center SID Office for free help with business programs, applications, and marketing. Appointments required.

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UNION, N.J. — Union residents gathered at the Vauxhall Branch Library on Saturday afternoon for “Union Rocks: Meet the Musicians,” a panel discussion highlighting the township’s local music history and the musicians who helped shape it over the decad

UNION, N.J. — A two-day Memorial Day celebration featuring a living history encampment, parade and commemorative program will take place May 24-25 in Union to honor the nation’s history and recognize those who have served in the military.The events w

UNION, N.J. — Older adults in Union took part Monday in a Baton Flow and Strengthening Workshop designed to promote movement, coordination and social engagement at the Union Senior Center.The session was led by Nicole Marie Placca of Diamondettes Bat