ELIZABETH, NJ — Following the flooding the City of Elizabeth faced from Tropical Storm Ida, many residents have resided in shelters as they are finding a place to relocate. Shelter spaces have become densely populated and the city's COVID-19 numbers have been on the rise. On Thursday, Mayor J. Christian Bollwage reported that there were 54 open cases in the city, with nine cases being ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — The last few days have been full of COVID-19 news. Here is the latest news surrounding COVID-19 and the City of Elizabeth. 

Pre-K to Grade 12 School Staff Have to Get Vaccinated, Along with State Staff:

Governor Murphy announced on Monday that all preschool to grade 12 faculty and state entities will have until October 18, 2021, to get vaccinated or ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — Trinitas Regional Medical Center has officially announced deployment of the Vocera Ease application. This application will be used to provide a secure platform for family members and caregivers to receive updates during surgery or other medical procedures.

The application is set to be customizable for the accessibility of healthcare professionals to be able to easily send ...

NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. "Childhood Cancer is the number one disease killer in children, yet is consistently underfunded," said Steve Healey, co-founder of The Brooke Healey Foundation. Less than four percent of the federal budget for cancer research is dedicated to pediatric cancer. "Awareness leads to action and will ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the history and countless contributions that Latinos have made to the nation over the years. The City of Elizabeth’s goal is to celebrate the diverse and inclusive environment that we have in our neighborhoods. The city will be hosting various events, such as Hispanic Flag raising ceremonies, throughout the month to honor its Hispanic ...

NEWARK, NJ — The Newark Museum of Art this month is hosting a one-of-a-kind event to celebrate Hispanic heritage with performances, activities, classes and more.

On Saturday, Sept. 18, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m, the Newark Museum of Art will host its next community day, honoring National Hispanic Heritage Month. Fiesta Latina will feature live music, dance, and various hands-on outdoor ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — In an emergency meeting on Wednesday, the Elizabeth Public School District Board of Education unanimously passed a resolution to purchase the former Catholic school property of Benedictine Academy for $5.5 million. 

The 4.3 acre property located at 840 North Broad Street currently houses eight classrooms, which Superintendent Olga Hugelmeyer plans to have the ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) officially opened a Disaster Relief Center (DRC) in Elizabeth on Thursday, September 16. The DRC is located at the O’Donnell Dempsey Senior Center on 618 Salem Avenue. The building is a Quonset hut, adjacent to one of the Housing Authority of the City of Elizabeth’s buildings: the O’Donnell-Dempsey ...

WESTFIELD, NJ — Union County was added Friday to a disaster declaration that enables the Federal Emergency Management Agency to provide individual assistance* to people impacted by Tropical Storm Ida.

Though across Union County Ida left five people dead and numerous others displaced by unprecedented flood waters, an initial declaration only included six counties, ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — On September 6, President Biden approved Governor Murphy’s disaster declaration and approved federal funding to be used in Bergen, Gloucester, Hunterdon, Middlesex, Passaic, and Somerset counties. Noticeably, many counties that suffered from Tropical Storm Ida, including Union County, are not currently on the list. What does that mean? 

According to a ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — A team of assessors from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) will examine all aspects of the Elizabeth Police Department policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services on September 29, Police Director Earl J Graves and Chief of Police Giacomo Sacca announced Thursday.

“Verification by the team that the Elizabeth ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — A person was shot in the leg Tuesday evening in the parking lot of ShopRite on West Grand Street, according to a spokeswoman for the City of Elizabeth.  

The victim, a 58-year-old Elizabeth resident, was taken to the hospital and is in stable condition. 

Authorities believe the suspect was driving a dark sedan at the time of the incident. Anyone with ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — Several media outlets claim that there were shots fired early Monday night. Reports have claimed that police had discovered a 40-year-old woman with a gunshot wound to her leg on the 100 block of Third Street prior to 10:40 p.m. The victim was rushed to the hospital but is expected to make a full recovery, according to reports. 

There has yet to have been an arrest ...

SEA BRIGHT, NJ -- The New Jersey State Police Homicide South Unit and Missing Person’s Unit are seeking the public’s assistance with identifying a deceased male in Monmouth County. The deceased man has a unique tattoo that can aid in identifying him. 

On Sunday, August 29, at approximately 11:29 a.m., the New Jersey State Police Marine Services Bureau responded to ...

ELIZABETH, NJ — The Union County Board of Commissioners is honoring small businesses for their efforts helping the community during the pandemic. Over 100 businesses from all of Union County are being honored by the commissioners for supporting and sustaining their municipalities throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

“On behalf of the Commissioner Board, I would like to thank all those ...

ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - It is September 15, the NFL has finished its first weekend of football, the NCAA has already had its shocking upsets and near-misses, and everyone in the state should have played at least one high school game already. 

Which, in New Jersey, the state known for its laid back patience, means people are already speculating on the NJSIAA playoffs. So, before we start ...

WARREN, NJ - Watchung Hills fell to Elizabeth on Senior Night Friday, 13-11, after taking the early lead.

Senior quarterback Andrew Scopel connected with junior Riley McCann for the first TD and McCann kicked a field goal to lead the Warriors over the Minutemen of Elizabeth 9-0 midway through the 2nd quarter. After Elizabeth scored two TDs, the Warriors tackled Elizabeth in their own end zone ...

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Rutgers football players will wear special uniforms to pay tribute to the 37 alumni and others lost in the Sept. 11 attacks, the school has announced.

Rutgers (1-0) will play Sept. 11 Syracuse on the 20th anniversary of the attacks.

The jersey will feature stripes in tribute to the first responders, and the helmet will be etched with the names of Rutgers alumni ...

ELIZABETH, NJ - Golfers will tee up to boost services for people with disabilities and youth at risk in New Jersey at the Community Access Unlimited Annual Golf Classic on Monday, September 27.

CAU is thrilled to welcome supporters in person at Cedar Hill Golf and Country Club in Livingston. The event starts at 8 a.m. Attendees will also enjoy a cocktail reception and silent ...

LIVINGSTON, NJ — Golfers will tee up to boost services for people with disabilities and youth at risk in New Jersey at the Community Access Unlimited Annual Golf Classic on Sept. 27.

CAU is thrilled to welcome supporters in person at Cedar Hill Golf and Country Club in Livingston. The event starts at 8 a.m. Attendees will also enjoy a cocktail reception and silent auction with ...

NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. "Childhood Cancer is the number one disease killer in children, yet is consistently underfunded," said Steve Healey, co-founder of The Brooke Healey Foundation. Less than four percent of the federal budget for cancer research is dedicated to pediatric cancer. "Awareness leads to action and will ...

NEWARK, NJ — The Newark Museum of Art this month is hosting a one-of-a-kind event to celebrate Hispanic heritage with performances, activities, classes and more.

On Saturday, Sept. 18, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m, the Newark Museum of Art will host its next community day, honoring National Hispanic Heritage Month. Fiesta Latina will feature live music, dance, and various hands-on outdoor ...