UNION, NJ — A highly challenging first match went Union High School’s way, courtesy of five wins by fall and another by technical fall. That early-season momentum manifested itself into a quality showing at the Dover Tournament that the Farmers compete in at this time every year. Following a season-opening 41-36 triumph at home against […]
UNION, NJ — Seeking a bounce-back season, following an uncharacteristic 7-15 finish a year ago, the Union High School boys basketball team will begin to climb a mountain in 2024-2025 with players void of a large dose of experience and togetherness. “We are a little young and inexperienced at the varsity level,” head coach Kevin […]
CRANFORD, NJ — What’s in store for the Cranford High School’s Cougars on the mat in 2024-2025? Sparked by standout grapplers in senior Jordan Chapman and juniors Michael Daly and Luke Scholz, a lot more winning, both team-wise and individually. Last year’s Group 3 finalist and North 2, Group 3 sectional state champion closed at […]
LINDEN, NJ — Drones have been sighted in the skies above New Jersey. Is it aliens? Are they here to spy on us? Have they been sent by Iran or Iraq? It just might be none of the above. “I think it’s a little bit of mass hysteria,” said Paul Dudley, Linden Airport Management Corp. […]
CRANFORD, NJ — There is great news for the US Army Corps of Engineers Rahway River Watershed flood mitigation feasibility study. The US House of Representatives and US Senate have agreed to move ahead with the bipartisan Water Resource Development Act of 2024. It next goes to the president for signature by year-end, reported Dan […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners has announced the return of the “UC Loves Small Biz” campaign as part of the annual Union County Small Business Month initiative. In a commitment to strengthening small businesses, residents and visitors alike are invited to explore and support its diverse range of local […]
ELIZABETH, NJ — To improve safety for pedestrians, NJDOT recently installed Red-Light Extension and Passive Pedestrian Detection systems along Route 1 and 9 at the intersections of North Avenue, Fairmount Avenue and East Jersey Street in Elizabeth. NJDOT is a national trailblazer with the installation of Red-Light Extension technology. The Passive Pedestrian Detection has become […]
LINDEN, NJ — During the Board of Education meeting on Thursday, Nov. 21, Linden Superintendent of Schools Atiya Y. Perkins recognized four exceptional students for their outstanding performance on the spring 2024 NJSLA state assessments in English Language Arts and Mathematics. “These students exemplify what it means to strive for excellence within education,” said Perkins. […]
ELIZABETH, NJ — Two Elizabeth men were charged with theft after the Cranford Police Department investigated a report of packages being stolen from a residential front porch on Sunday, Dec. 1. At approximately 6 p.m., units were dispatched to the 50 block of Elizabeth Avenue on the report of a theft. On arrival, officers met […]
ROSELLE, NJ — The borough of Roselle celebrated the grand opening of its newly redesigned Roselle Memorial Library on Monday, Nov. 11, following a $17 million renovation that has transformed the facility into a state-of-the-art education and resource center for the community. The event coincided with Veterans Day, serving as a rededication to the borough’s […]