Union county teams square off in football sectional semifinals

UNION COUNTY, NJ — In order to win a sectional state championship, you must first qualify for the playoffs out of the group-section in which you are situated. Then, you must win a first-round game, in order to have the opportunity to reach the title contest. That’s where we’re at now, the sectional semifinals. Ten […]

Union County Clerk’s Office gives results of local elections

UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Clerk’s Office has reported the following local election unofficial results from the general election on Tuesday, Nov. 5. For all of these results, 100% of the districts are reporting. House of Representatives Democratic Rep. Rob Menendez of the state’s 8th Congressional District of the House of Representatives received […]

Union County’s 2024 countywide Gun Surrender Program is a success

Union County’s 2024 countywide Gun Surrender Program is a success

UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Gun Surrender Program on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 18 locations throughout Union County, was a resounding success. In excess of 100 guns were surrendered by residents, consisting of numerous handguns, rifles and shotguns, including an AK-47 rifle, sawed-off shotgun, five defaced handguns and a stolen handgun. Additionally, in […]

Woman’s Club is honored

Woman’s Club is honored

CRANFORD, NJ — Pictured, Mayor Brian Andrews and Commissioner Kathleen Miller Prunty stand with members of the Cranford Woman’s Club at the Township Committee Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Andrews announces the proclamation honoring the Cranford’s Woman’s Club, founded in 1949, in celebration of its Golden Jubilee and the many outstanding contributions to Cranford. Photo […]

Breast cancer concerns are addressed to seniors

Breast cancer concerns are addressed to seniors

RAHWAY, NJ — Early detection saves lives. That was the message presented by Fiordaliza Gomez, registered nurse and oncology nurse navigator. Gomez recently came to Rahway Senior Citizens Center to give an educational seminar that included breast cancer prevention and treatment. “Try not to be afraid,” she said. “If you let time go by, odds […]

Tricky Tray Auction Fundraiser to support The Gateway Family YMCA Financial Assistance

Tricky Tray Auction Fundraiser to support The Gateway Family YMCA Financial Assistance

UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Y We Care: Tricky Tray Auction Fundraiser will be on Wednesday, Nov. 6, to support The Gateway Family YMCA Financial Assistance. Doors open at 5 p.m. for the Tricky Tray Auction Fundraiser at Galloping Hill Caterers, 1085 Galloping Hill Road, Union. This fundraiser will directly support The Gateway Family YMCA’s […]

Haunted Elizabeth Walk offers history on Halloween

Haunted Elizabeth Walk offers history on Halloween

ELIZABETH, NJ — Haunted History Productions recently returned to Union County, presenting a glimpse of Historic Elizabeth. The haunted walk was on one of New Jersey’s oldest historic sites, the Snyder Academy of Elizabethtown. The tour was led by Jane McLaughlin, artistic director and creator of Haunted History Productions. Notable figures such as Aaron Burr […]

Seniors share their ‘Stories of a Lifetime’ at Hamilton Stage

Seniors share their ‘Stories of a Lifetime’ at Hamilton Stage

RAHWAY, NJ — Union County Performing Arts Center’s Legacy Arts Club is offering something special for seniors. In a guided workshop, they can explore the art of storytelling and create lasting memories to share with their family and friends with a special performance of their story presented by themselves or trained actors. Workshops are at […]

Cranford High Schools offers Career Pathways in engineering and biomedical careers

Cranford High Schools offers Career Pathways in engineering and biomedical careers

CRANFORD, NJ — Cranford High School students are getting a head start in careers in engineering by learning to do things such as design and build bridges while other students interested in biomedical careers are witnessing surgeries and listening to presentations by medical experts. The 43 engineering students are part of the C.T.E. Engineering Academy […]

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