UNION COUNTY, NJ — The 2022 Union County St. Patrick’s Day Parade is back after a two-year hiatus and will be held on Saturday, March 26. It was originally scheduled for Saturday, March 12, but expected inclement weather has caused it to be rescheduled. The day will start at 9 a.m. with a Thornstick Mass, […]
UNION, NJ — The line of march for the 2022 Union County St. Patrick’s Day Parade, which was provided by parade organizers, is as follows: Lead Division Adjutants: Cathy Zabita and Brendan Neafsey Parade banners and flags Division banner Union County Police & Fire Pipe & Drum St. Patrick statue with honor guard of Owen […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The last state wrestling champion from Union County was Westfield High School senior Christian Barber in 2011 at 152 pounds. That was 11 years ago. It’s been that long. Before that, it was Brearley High School senior Jesse Boyden, winning at 215 pounds in 2008. In last year’s NJSIAA Tournament at […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — After a small hiatus due to rising positive COVID-19 cases, Union County restarted its Child Seat Inspection Program on Wednesday, Feb. 2. Earlier that morning, Commissioner Chairperson Rebecca Williams and Commissioners Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded and Bette Jane Kowalski visited the inspection location, where Palmieri-Mouded had two of her children’s car seats installed. […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — As the winter cold snap continues, nature lovers can enjoy the outdoors from indoors, thanks to a team of expert naturalists from Union County’s Trailside Nature & Science Center. The team took a tracking hike through Conant Park in Hillside on a snowy day and filmed the adventure, featuring hawks, foxes, […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners has announced that 66 artists, historians and local nonprofit organizations will receive funding through the 2022 Union County HEART — History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands — grant program. “The board of commissioners is very proud to support the HEART grant program, which continues to […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — With the start of the new year, big changes are coming to the Garden State Parkway rest stop in Union, as the rest area will see new food options coming. The McDonald’s has been permanently closed since the beginning of 2022. According to the New Jersey Turnpike Authority, the McDonald’s restaurant […]
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 […]
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 […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The new year is a time to focus on positive change and forward movement. While many make individual New Year’s resolutions, the Gateway Family YMCA is encouraging the community to come together and support all in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., with a Day of Service on Monday, Jan. […]