UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Springfield Republican Party has elected Carlos Santos as the new Republican chairperson of Union County. Santos, known for his tireless efforts and dedication to the party, has been instrumental in building and strengthening the Republican presence not only in Springfield but also in towns like Elizabeth, Union, Linden and many […]
UNION, NJ — Temperatures checked in at 90 degrees. Union High School graduates marched in their caps and gowns, water bottles in hand. Hundreds of parents and loved ones tried to beat the heat, many holding umbrellas over their heads. Some kicked their shoes off. The 142nd Commencement, Union High School, Class of 2024 ceremony […]
UNION, NJ — Sandy Gibson, president and CEO at Karing is Mutual LLC in Union Township, has been named the 2024 recipient of the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals – New Jersey Chapter Board of Directors Award. Gibson, a longtime association member, was honored for her continuous service and leadership. She began her […]
SUMMIT, NJ — The city of Summit is issuing the following statement to fully explain and clarify the regulations it follows for the private use of public property. Certain individuals have incorrectly alleged that the city of Summit infringed on their First Amendment Right to hold a demonstration on the Village Green. While the First […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Class of 2024 was off to a unique start, as they were all freshman during the pandemic. Their special graduation day was also put off an hour later, due to the heat advisory. Finally, it was their time to shine. Prior to the commencement activities, Emily Alissia Lassen said she was […]
CLARK, NJ — On Tuesday, June 18, eighth-graders at Carl H. Kumpf Middle School in Clark participated in a promotion ceremony. The event was attended by Board of Education President Steven Donkersloot, Board of Education members, Superintendent Edward Grande, family members, teachers, administrators and other community members. Salutatorian Mia Liu reflected on her memorable experience […]
LINDEN, NJ — Mayor Derek Armstead has announced the grand opening of the N4SF Linden Homeownership Center, a groundbreaking collaboration between the city and Neighborhoods For a Sustainable Future. This innovative center is set to revolutionize homeownership opportunities, particularly for low to moderate-income families, within the city of Linden. The grand opening will take place […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — There were three 20-win teams, two sectional champions for the first time in a long time and one new, first-time-ever county champion among the highlights of a highly memorable and unique 2024 Union County softball campaign. Schools such as Jonathan Dayton, Arthur L. Johnson and David Brearley don’t often win championships. […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — As many as six different schools produced county championships this spring in Union County, with many repeat champs and one new one. Schools that won county championships included Governor Livingston, Jonathan Dayton, Summit, Westfield, Scotch Plains–Fanwood and Union Catholic high schools. Here’s a closer look: Baseball: Governor Livingston defeated Linden High […]
CLARK, NJ — On Sunday, May 19, one student athlete from Arthur L. Johnson High School was designated as the recipient of the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association’s Scholar Athlete Award. The NJSIAA is an organization run by the state of New Jersey, which has a great tradition of honoring student athletes at a […]