UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners has announced that the Union County Regional Communications Center has been awarded the prestigious APCO International’s Agency Training Program Certification, a Project 33 Initiative. Union County is not only the first center in the state to receive this distinguished designation but also the only […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Residents are urged to be cautious of private companies advertising expedited passport services that charge excessively high fees. These companies often promise quicker processing times but may add unnecessary costs without delivering the faster service they claim. “These services can charge hundreds of dollars, claiming to save you time and a […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners has announced that the Union County Immunization Clinic has achieved remarkable success in August 2024, coinciding with National Immunization Awareness Month, by administering 845 vaccines – a fourfold increase compared to August 2022. This significant achievement highlights the clinic’s commitment to increasing access to […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners and the Bureau of Recycling and Planning remind residents to check the numbers on their plastic products before disposing of them. Plastics labeled with the Nos. 1, 2 and 5 only can be recycled curbside. Plastics marked with No. 5 are only accepted for […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — We’re now down to three undefeated football teams in Union County after Group 1 New Providence High School on Friday night, Sept. 13, and Group 5 Elizabeth High School-Frank J. Cicarell Academy on Saturday afternoon, Sept. 14, lost for the first time, both on the road. New Providence lost at Arthur […]
UNION/MIDDLESEX COUNTIES, NJ — The Gateway Family YMCA will join Welcoming America, other organizations and YMCAs across the country to celebrate Welcoming Week, Sept. 13-22. Each year, Welcoming Week elevates the growing movement of communities that fully embrace new Americans and their contributions to the social fabric of our country. This week-long celebration is an […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites all residents, family and friends to join in the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month this fall. The month-long observance of Latino and Hispanic culture will be commemorated through a series of events, including a captivating art exhibit showcasing vibrant pieces by Hispanic artists, […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Week Two high school football in Union County has just as many Saturday afternoon games on tap as Friday night clashes, which doesn’t happen quite often. There are seven games scheduled for both Friday and Saturday, as all 17 Union County football-playing schools are preparing for battle once again. The three […]
NEWARK, NJ — Ahead of the rapidly approaching school year, the Archdiocese of Newark’s Mercy House distributed more than 500 new backpacks filled with school supplies during its annual Back-to-School Giveaway at locations in Newark, Jersey City and Elizabeth in August. More than 300 backpacks were handed out in Newark on Tuesday, Aug. 13, while […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners and the Union County Department of Parks and Recreation are calling on residents who cherish the outdoors to make a difference in their community by becoming Trail Stewards through the revitalized Adopt-A-Trail Program. This volunteer opportunity is perfect for those who enjoy hiking, nature […]