Only two Union County football teams remain undefeated going into Week Four

UNION COUNTY, NJ — We’re now down to just two undefeated teams remaining in Union County. Rahway High School put forth a solid effort, but fell short at Somerville High School, 32-16, in last weekend’s battle of teams that got off to 3-0 starts. That leaves us with Summit High School and Arthur L. Johnson […]

2024 STEM Educational Growth Grant awarded

UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners has announced that more than $25,000 has been awarded to various Union County schools and non-profit organizations through the new STEM Educational Growth Grant, aimed at further enriching the impact of garden-based education initiatives. This grant is an extension of the Plant-A-Seed Program and […]

Regional Communications Center is first in state to receive designation

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 […]

Residents alerted to beware of high fee passport services

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 Immunization Clinic achieves fourfold increase

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 […]

Only three teams remain undefeated for Week Three football

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 […]

The Gateway Family YMCA celebrates belonging during Welcoming Week

The Gateway Family YMCA celebrates belonging during Welcoming Week

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 announces exciting lineup of events for 2024 Hispanic Heritage Month

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, […]

Week Two football preview sees only five county football teams undefeated

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 […]