Transit-oriented community next to Linden train station now leasing

Transit-oriented community next to Linden train station now leasing

LINDEN, NJ — Mayor Derek Armstead recently joined representatives of Accurate Builders and Developers, fellow municipal officials, and other dignitaries for the grand opening of Citizen Linden, a new rental community located just steps from the train station in Linden. Citizen Linden introduces 234 modern rental residences complemented by lifestyle amenities, 4,500 square feet of […]

Cranford Clergy Council hosts MLK commemorative service

Cranford Clergy Council hosts MLK commemorative service

CRANFORD, NJ — The Clergy Council and Interfaith Human Relations Committee of Cranford hosted its Martin Luther King Jr. commemorative service on Thursday, Jan. 13, to honor the fallen civil rights icon. Opening the program was the Rev. Cameron Overbey, who said the MLK day of service on Monday, Jan. 17, would be recognized with […]

Cranford Mayor recognizes MLK Jr. with proclamation

Cranford Mayor recognizes MLK Jr. with proclamation

CRANFORD, NJ — During the Township Committee meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 11, Cranford Mayor Kathleen Miller Prunty and other committee members recognized Martin Luther King Jr. with a proclamation and kind words to reflect his strength, dignity and relentlessness in the fight for equality for black people in the civil rights era, before being assassinated […]

Union Township hosts MLK Day virtual celebration

Union Township hosts MLK Day virtual celebration

UNION, NJ — For this year’s commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr., on Monday, Jan. 17, Union Mayor Manuel Figueiredo and the Township Committee asked the community, “What does MLK mean to you?” The event featured praise dancers and an ensemble, artwork, testimonials, and inspiring words that described who King was and what he stood […]

Learn how to make a real difference: Join the environmental stewards in Union County

Learn how to make a real difference: Join the environmental stewards in Union County

UNION COUNTY, NJ — Union County residents who are interested in improving the environment can learn how to create a conservation project in their community by joining the Rutgers Environmental Stewards volunteer program. The program helps members of the public learn specific steps toward having a positive impact on the local ecosystem. “Whether you are […]

Clark’s annual house decorating contest winners announced

Clark’s annual house decorating contest winners announced

CLARK, NJ — The winners of Clark’s annual house decorating contest have been announced by Recreation Director Ralph Bernardo. Twenty-eight homes entered the contest, which had three categories for entry. In the end there were four winners, as two families tied for Overall Favorite. “It is so much fun to see all the work residents […]

Girl Scout Cadette Troop 40836 creates a garden to say farewell

Girl Scout Cadette Troop 40836 creates a garden to say farewell

CRANFORD, NJ — Graduations typically mark a time when students end their educational careers at one institution and move on to the next adventure ahead. Many times, the focus is solely on the future and what lays ahead. This was not the case for Cranford Girl Scout Cadette Troop 40836. Cadette Troop 40836, which had […]

Become a certified Union County Master Gardener volunteer in 2022

Become a certified Union County Master Gardener volunteer in 2022

UNION COUNTY, NJ — Union County gardeners have a chance to sharpen their skills while giving back to the community, by joining the Master Gardeners of Union County. All gardeners at any level of experience are welcome to join this popular volunteer program. “The Master Gardeners program provides Union County residents with new opportunities to […]