HILLSIDE, NJ — The Township Council of Hillside passed a resolution on June 23 that declared it has “no confidence” in Glynn Jones, the town’s chief financial officer, claiming that…
Hillside Council votes no confidence 5-2 in CFO
Local, county and state officials attend 24th annual Legislative Breakfast
UNION, NJ — Union Township Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jim Masterson welcomed all to the 24th annual Legislative Breakfast early in the morning on Friday, June 26. Guests at…
The Academy of Our Lady of Peace saves itself from closure
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Patricia Payton was reliving a nightmare. Just three years ago, the Diocese of Paterson had closed Holy Family School, the Catholic elementary school her fourth-grade daughter…
Dansereau resigns as Roselle mayor
ROSELLE, NJ — Sitting at her desk and reading from a prepared speech, Roselle Mayor Christine Dansereau made a surprising video announcement to the public on Tuesday, June 23. After…
New walkway in Hillside park unveiled at ribbon-cutting ceremony
HILLSIDE, NJ — The Union County freeholder board came together with Hillside municipal and Board of Education officials for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to unveil a new 1.1-mile walking path at…
Five secure drop-off boxes available for Union County voters
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Union County residents who wish to hand-deliver their vote-by-mail ballots can use any of five secure, official ballot drop-off boxes installed and overseen by the Union…
Kean students, alumni and faculty hold rally and car caravan
UNION, NJ — The coronavirus outbreak has caused all kinds of problems for many schools and universities, with issues including school closures, financial issues and unemployment. Utilizing social-distancing measures, the…
Linden HS pulls off graduation ceremony in historic fashion at Linden Airport
LINDEN, NJ — The 441 graduating seniors of Linden High School went out in style, celebrating the culmination of their high school years in a unique way on June 17…
Union closes Stuyvesant Ave. to cars to rekindle business
UNION, NJ — The Union Special Improvement District is finally showing signs of life again. Most of the businesses on Stuyvesant Avenue were forced to close their doors when the…
Restaurants are reopening their doors for outdoor dining
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The highly anticipated second stage of the state reopening happened Monday, June 15, and area restaurants were all ready to get back to work with a…
Roselle Council introduces budget with zero-percent municipal tax increase
ROSELLE, NJ — At its June 17 meeting, the Roselle Borough Council voted 5-1 to approve the introduction of the 2020 municipal budget of $44,680,870, featuring a zero-percent tax increase…
Summit Common Council passes amended 2020 municipal budget
SUMMIT, NJ — At its June 9 meeting, Summit Common Council unanimously passed the 2020 municipal budget with a 0.14-percent tax rate increase along with six resolutions in support of…
Cranford Committee condemns hateful speech posted online
CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford Township Committee passed a resolution on June 9 that condemns “hateful and racist rhetoric” in online posting, as well as condemning the use of the…
Atlantic Health System, Kent Place team up to make masks
SUMMIT, NJ — As COVID-19 emerged throughout communities in New Jersey, a group of students dedicated to exploring ethical issues within society found the opportunity to put their learning into…
The unrest continues: Roselle holds Black Lives Matter protest
ROSELLE, NJ — Protests continue across America, and on June 14 Roselle held its own Black Lives Matter protest. The rally drew many from across town to Warinanco Park as…
Murphy joins Black Lives Matter protest in Hillside
HILLSIDE, NJ — New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy joined Black Lives Matter protesters in Hillside on June 7. Photos Courtesy of Phil Murphy’s Office…
Neighborhood proceeds with caution after bear sighting
CRANFORD, NJ — It looks like at least one bear in enjoying being out of hibernation and is appreciating the warm weather. Recently, many towns in Union County have had…
Instead of “Play Ball” all we have now is “Nobody knows” as far as if there will be a spring sports season
Nobody knows. Instead of the buildup for the most anticipated message of the spring sports season…
High school sports put on hold for now; Hopefully there will still be a spring season to look forward to
Union High School Athletic Director Linda Ionta is usually outside at this time of the season,…
Elizabeth boys basketball wins season’s final game in front of no fans; Colicchio garners win No. 500
The show must go on? Well it did for the Elizabeth boys basketball team Thursday night,…
Elizabeth boys basketball wins at Watchung Hills to capture first North 2, Group 4 sectional state championship since 2012; Standout sophomore point guard Pierre produces game-winning basket with 2.3 seconds left
WARREN – In the span of a minute and a half visiting Elizabeth went from having…
Legendary college basketball coach coming to Roselle; For Communion Breakfast at Church of St. Joseph the Carpenter
One of college basketball’s legendary coaches is coming to Union County. The Roselle Knights of Columbus…
State championship QBs Sanborn and Shapiro will be working together for a change; North signal-callers looking forward to Phil Simms All-Star Football Classic
PISCATAWAY – They were the enemy to each other for three seasons. They were the players…
Region 4 champions out of Union include Francois and Darisme of Rahway, Stampoulos of Brearley and Elizabeth heavyweight Olowoopejo; NJSIAA Tournament in Atlantic City March 5-7
Not only did Rahway wrestlers Kaelan Francois and Joshua Darisme capture Region 4 championships at Union,…
Dayton standout Alicea about to wrap special basketball career he’s produced for Bulldogs; School’s all-time leading scorer focusing on what college he will take his talents to
Duran Jaylen Alicea, better known to his family, friends, teammates and coaches as “DJ”, opted to…
CRANFORD ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
Maggie O’Donnell, varsity swimming ‘She is the Union County champion in the 200-yard freestyle and third-place…
UNION MALE ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
Liam Grahl Senior, Wrestling How has your wrestling career been so far? I have been wrestling…
Governor Livingston will take on Westfield for girls basketball Union County Tournament title; Both semifinals provided plenty of drama
RAHWAY – When it’s time to ratchet up defensive pressure Westfield head coach Liz McKeon inserts…
Final 2019-2020 Union County Conference boys and girls basketball standings here
UNION COUNTY CONFERENCE FINAL BOYS BASKETBALL STANDINGS FOR THE 2019-2020 SEASON WATCHUNG DIVISION (3 schools): 1-Roselle…
Union County Tournament girls basketball semifinals set for Feb. 25 at Rahway; 7-GL vs. 3-UC, followed by 4-Oak Knoll vs. 1-Westfield
When Gov. Livingston and Union Catholic clashed in Scotch Plains back on Jan. 25 in a…
Union County Conference Valley Division squads Summit, the champion, and Cranford advance to UCT boys basketball quarterfinals; Set for Feb. 22 at Rahway and at Johnson
Two schools from the Union County Conference’s third division – the Valley Division – can flex…