RAHWAY, NJ — Rahway Public Schools proudly hosted its annual Olympic Day, a vibrant celebration of sport, teamwork, and healthy competition involving students from across the district. The event, on Wednesday, May 28, brought together young athletes from all local schools for a day of spirited contests and displays of athletic prowess. A highlight of […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — For the second time, there will be Flag Football and North-South Football at Kean University on Sunday, June 8. Union County will be well-represented in both. The second annual NJ Girls Flag Football Game will commence at noon, followed by the 47th annual Phil Simms North-South High School All-Star Football Classic […]
KENILWORTH, NJ — On Saturday, June 7, the Kenilworth Historical Society will present a colorful, enlightening program celebrating African-American culture and the significance of the Juneteenth holiday, which annually commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. It will feature an inspiring interactive visit with notable African-American female Buffalo soldier Cathay Williams, 1844-1893, as portrayed by […]
UNION, NJ — American Theater Group will participate in the Grand Opening Weekend of the new Union Public Library & Arts Center with its presentation of Broadway Tales and Tunes, a unique “behind-the-scenes” look at Broadway, with veteran theater critic Peter Filichia on Saturday, June 7, at 7 p.m., at the Union Public Library & […]
UNION, NJ — The township of Union and the Library Board of Trustees have announced the official opening of the newly renovated Union Public Library and Arts Center, 1980 Morris Ave. The grand opening weekend celebration will begin on Friday, June 6, and continue until Sunday, June 8. “We are excited to open the doors […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Joan Osborne is a great artist in her own right, and she’ll be performing the songs of Bob Dylan at the Union County Performing Arts Center. On Friday, June 6, Osborne, along with a full band, will be performing the songs from new live release “Dylanology Live.” Her special guests will be […]
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Whenever Chris Roof reaches a milestone, his first words to a question about it are “Bill Howard.” Howard was Roof’s head coach when Roof played his baseball at Governor Livingston High School, before graduating in 1992. Roof, 51, has said, time and again, that it was Howard who shaped the player […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Free Public Library has announced the temporary closure of its Children’s Room beginning Monday, May 19, to allow for essential ceiling, lights and HVAC system renovations. The closure is expected to last approximately three to four weeks. During this period, the Children’s Room will be inaccessible to both the public […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners has announced that the 2025 Teen Arts Touring Exhibit has officially opened its annual tour at the Springfield Public Library, 66 Mountain Ave., Springfield. The exhibit will be on display through Monday, June 9, during the library’s regular hours. “This exhibit is a powerful […]
CLARK, NJ — On Wednesday, May 14, various staff members and administration at Arthur L. Johnson High School participated in a signing day ceremony to honor multiple student athletes for their years of service to Crusader Athletics and commemorate their moving on to continue their athletic and academic careers as NCAA Collegiate Athletes. The following […]