Clark Oak Ridge Road Closed Thursday, Oct. 22
Oak Ridge Road in Clark is closed Thursday, Oct. 22, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. between Wheatsheaf and Woodland roads....
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- Clark Oak Ridge Road Closed Thursday, Oct. 22
Oak Ridge Road in Clark is closed Thursday, Oct. 22, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. between Wheatsheaf and Woodland roads. Police urge drivers to follow detours.
Oct 22, 2026 · Clark
- Clark Reservoir Cleanup at 26th Annual Event, Oct. 17, 2026
The Clark Environmental Commission held its 26th annual reservoir cleanup on Saturday, Oct. 17, with Scouts, Cub Scouts and R&B Landscaping volunteers.
Oct 20, 2026 · Clark
- Clark Road Closures and Lane Merges at 11 Construction Sites
Clark police warn drivers of possible road closures and lane merges at 11 construction sites. The full list of addresses and intersections is included below.
Oct 16, 2026 · Clark
- ALJ Adds Guitar Class Through Classics for Kids Foundation Grant in Clark
Arthur L. Johnson (ALJ) High School added a guitar elective this year through a Classics for Kids Foundation grant. The class grew from one section to two.
Oct 16, 2026 · Clark
Sports
From around Union County
- Scotch Plains-Fanwood Blanks Elizabeth 5-0 in County Tournament
Arabella Morabito scored twice and added two assists as Scotch Plains-Fanwood girls soccer blanked Elizabeth 5 to 0 in the Union County Tournament on Oct. 20.
Oct 22, 2026 · Scotch Plains
- Scotch Plains-Fanwood Beats Westfield in Penalty Kick Shootout
Scotch Plains-Fanwood beat Westfield 11 to 10 on penalty kicks in the Union County Tournament quarterfinal on Oct. 20 after 13 rounds and a scoreless game.
Oct 22, 2026 · Scotch Plains
Local government
From around Union County
- Springfield Seeks Sewer Grant as Road Projects Pause
Springfield will seek a Community Development Block Grant for sanitary sewer work after administrator John Bussiculo said no street needs repaving this year.
Oct 22, 2026 · Springfield
- 2026 Union County Election Guide: Who's Running for County Clerk, Board of Commissioners, Sheriff
Union County Life’s guide to the 2026 county races covers the three commissioner contests, the Sheriff race, and the County Clerk race ahead of Election Day, Nov. 3.
Oct 22, 2026 · Mountainside
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- Clark Chamber of Commerce
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- Oak Ridge Park
201 Oak Ridge Road, Clark, NJ 07066
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Volunteer Emergency Squad Blood Drive in Clark, NJ — October 2026Clark Volunteer Emergency Squad House · Clark
Fri, Oct 23, 2:30 PM
Clark Public Library 60th Anniversary in Clark, NJClark Public Library · Clark
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Clark Public Library 60th Anniversary in Clark, NJ — October 23, 2026Clark Public Library · Clark
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Clark was named after Abraham Clark, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, though the township itself wasn't formally incorporated in its modern structure until 1958, separating entirely from Rahway. For decades, the town was dominated by manufacturing and agriculture before transforming rapidly during the mid-20th-century suburban boom. A lesser-known fact is that the site of the current municipal building and police station was once a massive, bustling Celanese plastics manufacturing plant that employed thousands.
The present-day population consists heavily of families and long-term older residents who value the strong municipal services and expansive parklands. The commercial center, localized around the intersection of Raritan Road and Central Avenue, is heavily developed with national chain supermarkets, fitness centers, and casual dining, serving as a retail hub for surrounding towns. Clark is currently known for its high concentration of Italian-American heritage, reflected in several local delis and restaurants.
Clark is unique in Union County for its almost total reliance on automobile infrastructure and lack of a central transit hub, distinguishing it sharply from the county's many rail-centric commuter towns. A local would want outsiders to understand that while it lacks the boutique downtowns of its neighbors, it compensates with immense convenience, massive retail accessibility, and an intensely loyal, generation-spanning community fabric.
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Clark Reservoir Cleanup at 26th Annual Event, Oct. 17, 2026
The Clark Environmental Commission held its 26th annual reservoir cleanup on Saturday, Oct. 17, with Scouts, Cub Scou...
Clark Road Closures and Lane Merges at 11 Construction Sites
Clark police warn drivers of possible road closures and lane merges at 11 construction sites. The full list of addres...
ALJ Adds Guitar Class Through Classics for Kids Foundation Grant in Clark
Arthur L. Johnson (ALJ) High School added a guitar elective this year through a Classics for Kids Foundation grant. T...
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When is trash pickup in Clark?+
Trash and recycling schedules vary by street in Clark. Visit the Clark municipal website or contact Public Works for your specific pickup day. Most Union County municipalities offer online schedule lookup by address.
What school district covers Clark?+
Clark is served by its local public school district within Union County, NJ. The district includes elementary, middle, and high school levels. Visit the New Jersey Department of Education website or the Clark municipal site for enrollment information and school assignments by address.
How do I get a parking permit in Clark?+
Parking permits in Clark are issued through the municipal clerk or parking authority. Requirements and fees vary. Contact Clark Borough Hall or Township Hall directly, or visit the municipal website for current permit applications and residential parking zone information.
What are the best parks in Clark?+
Clark offers a variety of parks and recreational spaces maintained by the municipality and Union County Parks system. Warinanco Park, Echo Lake Park, and Nomahegan Park are among the most popular county parks. Visit ucnj.org/parks for the full county parks directory, or check the Clark municipal website for local park listings.
How do I contact Clark municipal offices?+
The Clark municipal offices handle permits, licenses, tax payments, and general resident services. Contact information is available on the official Clark municipal website. Most Union County municipalities are open Monday through Friday during standard business hours. For after-hours emergencies, contact the local police non-emergency line.
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