U.S. Rep. Donald M. Payne Jr., who was the current representative in Congress for parts of Essex, Hudson and Union counties, has died. Payne had been hospitalized since he suffered…
Union congressman Donald Payne Jr. has died
Cranford’s 150th anniversary quilt dedication hosted
CRANFORD, NJ – A handmade quilt was dedicated on Thursday, March 14, commemorating Cranford’s 150th anniversary. Cranford was established March 14, 1871. Local organizations each contributed a handmade fabric square…
Rahway to feature Between Extremes: An Exhibit of Black and White Artworks
RAHWAY, NJ — Mayor Raymond Giacobbe and the Rahway City Council present a Gallery Space Pop-Up program, Between Extremes: An Exhibit of Black & White Artworks. The exhibit will run…
The Gateway Family YMCA hosts Cancer Survivor Retreat
UNION, NJ — The Gateway Family YMCA will be hosting a Cancer Survivor Retreat on Thursday, April 25, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at The Gateway Family YMCA –…
Two Summit firefighters are promoted
SUMMIT, NJ — Two members of the Summit Fire Department were promoted at the Common Council meeting on Tuesday, March 6. Summit Mayor Elizabeth Fagan performed the swearings-in at the…
Union County celebrates young poets in annual Arbor Day Poetry Contest
UNION COUNTY, NJ — In honor of Arbor Day, the Union County Board of County Commissioners, in collaboration with the Union County Shade Tree Advisory Board, unveils the distinguished winners…
Fire captain receives prestigious state recognition
LINDEN, NJ — The city has announced that Capt. Carl J. Tattoli Jr. of the Linden Fire Department has been named the 2024 New Jersey State Fire Investigator of the…
Kean University campus community gets starry-eyed about rare solar eclipse
UNION, NJ — The solar eclipse that dazzled crowds across the country on Monday, April 8, became an impromptu event at Kean University, drawing students and employees outside to don…
Union County encourages municipalities to attend the NJ Film Ready Workshop 2024
UNION COUNTY, NJ — In anticipation of the 2024 Film Ready New Jersey Workshop, the Union County Board of County Commissioners would like to encourage elected officials in Union County,…
Linden Public Schools embrace solar eclipse for educational and enriching experience
LINDEN, NJ — Linden Public Schools celebrated the solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, by turning this natural phenomenon into a unique learning experience to support student achievement, a primary…
1960s Billboard hitmakers got their start in Linden
LINDEN, NJ — During 1967, 1910 Fruitgum Company’s first hit single, “Simon Says,” reached No. 4 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Other singles followed, including “1, 2, 3,…
Union County seeking residents to train as advocates for victims of sexual violence
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners announced it is seeking residents who want to volunteer with the Union County Rape Crisis Center. Volunteers at the…
The Jazz Ambassadors will perform at UCPAC
RAHWAY, NJ — The Jazz Ambassadors of The US Army Field Band will perform on Sunday, April 21, at 3 p.m., at the Union County Performing Arts Center, 1601 Irving…
Governor Livingston baseball improves to 7-0
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ – If the weather cooperates and the Governor Livingston High School baseball team gets in all four of its games scheduled to be played this week, this…
Diskin has dominating win against visiting Scotch Plains-Fanwood
BERKELEY HEIGHTS — Matt Diskin was dealing immediately. Three up and three down in the top of the first. Visiting Scotch Plains–Fanwood High School was sent back to the dugout.…
Theater lovers can walk, run, bike to support The Theater Project
UNION, NJ — Theater lovers from New Jersey and beyond have the opportunity to support The Theater Project – TheTheaterProject.org, a leading incubator for rising talent and a showcase for…
Jonathan Dayton leads UCC softball with 7-0 record
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — A big four-game week for the Jonathan Dayton High School softball team continues with a Union County Conference-Watchung Division clash at Governor Livingston High School on Thursday,…
Cranford baseball coach gets 500th victory
CRANFORD, NJ — It was an eventful initial week for the Cranford Cougars. First came a…
Governor Livingston baseball off to a 3-0 start
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Not getting too excited about a win in baseball is just as…
Cranford baseball tops Union in season opener
CRANFORD, NJ — A possible Opening Day pitcher’s duel was in place as seniors Dylan Falk…
Opening Day baseball gets into full swing in Union County
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Opening Day high school baseball in Union County on Monday, April 1,…
Baseball and softball realign in Union County for start of season
UNION COUNTY — If you do well you move up. If you struggle, you move down…
Union Farmers stay focused on upcoming baseball season
UNION, NJ — A new era of Union Farmers baseball is about to commence to the…
Media Day shows how eager everyone is for the North-South Football Classic
UNON, NJ — Perhaps the main reason why the North has won three straight games in…
Union County softball hits the bases running this week
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Another Union County softball season is upon us, with the first scheduled…
Arthur L. Johnson football dinner awards are presented
CLARK, NJ — On Sunday, March 3, the Arthur L. Johnson Crusader Football Team had its…
The winningest Union County baseball coaches leave their mark
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Two of the five winningest baseball coaches in Union County history are…
Union County players announced for roster of North/South football game
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Myles Hamilton was as complete as a player could be on defense…
Elizabeth boys basketball team wins the G4 final
ELIZABETH, NJ — The 2023-2024 basketball season here in Union County, just as it did two…
Cranford’s Chapman gives it his all, finishing second in the state at 165 pounds
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — Although he was down 8-2 just moments into the third and final…
High school baseball to begin in just three short weeks
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The sound of play ball across the state of New Jersey is…