Mountainside News
By LINDSEY KELLEHER
October 26, 2025
ELIZABETH, NJ — The Union County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution during their Oct. 23 meeting to support the Immigrant Trust Act, a bill that was created to protect immigrants from being deported.“This resolution reaffirms our commitment to protecting the dignity and rights of all ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Want to see your favorite NHL Team on ice? The Mountainside Recreation Department has an opportunity for you. Tickets to see the New Jersey Devils take on the Detroit Red Wings are now available on Civic Rec. Tickets to see the March 8, 2026, contest are $49 per ticket and have ...
NEW JERSEY — For many New Jersey voters weighing their choice for governor in the Nov. 4 general election, the high cost of living is the key factor, and both Republican Jack Ciatterelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill have offered specific plans to make living in the Garden State less expensive. But ...
CRANFORD, NJ — The Union County Improvement Authority is renovating the physical education center at the Union College of Union County campus in Cranford to give students and faculty more space for hosting games, sports-related classes and large events, such as spring and winter commencement ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ - Kerry Schardien-Ricci of Scotch Plains, an oncology social worker, active volunteer at a number of non-profits, and the summer director at Camp Fatima of New Jersey, will serve as Grand Marshal of the 2026 Union County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade on March 14, 2026 in Union.A ...
NEW JERSEY — The governor’s race may be getting most of the media attention ahead of the Nov. 4 general election, but every one of the 80 seats in the General Assembly is up for grabs, and experts say some of the district races are set to be highly competitive.Democrats are solidly in control, with ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - A Mountainside man has been arrested and charged after a hourslong standoff with police, during which he barricaded himself within a residence located on the 200 block of Bridal Path and shot at police officers in a standoff that lasted from the afternoon of October 18 to the ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Governor Livingston field hockey team donned pink for their Pink Out game in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, facing Millburn in a night matchup at Snyder Avenue Park captured in a photo gallery by Andrew Imbalzano of Dirty Paws Photography.Despite a ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ — Watchung Stable will soon offer horseback riding options for people with disabilities, as well as veterans and other people with post-traumatic stress disorder.The Union County Improvement Authority is upgrading the facility as part of a $5.5 million project. Upgrades will ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Public Library invites adults to design their own pumpkins. The session will take place on October 29 at 11 a.m. Attendees will be able to choose from white, orange, or blue pumpkins to start. Custom designs can be made using dried flowers and decoupage ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS — The Gov. Livingston High School volleyball team honored its seven seniors Wednesday night while defeating neighborhood rival New Providence 2-0 in a nonconference matchup at home.The Highlanders (11-7, 8-4 UCC – Watchung) came off a tough 2-1 loss to Union Catholic, a team they ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Recreation Department invites residents of all ages for a night of crafting, eating, and connecting generations. Appetizers will be served. A bottle painting event will be held at Borough Hall on November 21 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Registration is $5 per person and ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside PTO invites residents to its Trunk or Treat event on Friday, October 24. The event will be held at the Deerfield School Front Lot and Fenced Field. There will be a sensory-friendly trunk or treat event from 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Another trunk or treat will be held ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Gov. Livingston Highlander Marching Band canceled Sunday’s 54th Annual Pageant of Champions following the State’s declaration of a State of Emergency in anticipation of Nor’easter winds and heavy rain. This is their largest fundraiser, so please stay tuned for ways the community ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - For four generations, Berkshire Furniture was a staple of the Springfield community. Now they are getting ready to close their doors. Founded in 1903 by Solomon Bernstein, Berkshire Furniture has stood as one of the state’s longest-running family-owned furniture stores. At the ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Gov. Livingston senior Keira Forrester, a four-year varsity girls soccer player, has been named the Valairco Heating & Cooling Highlander Athlete of the Week for her leadership, versatility, and consistent impact on both ends of the field.The Highlanders are currently 9-4 ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Gov. Livingston High School girls soccer team celebrated its senior players during Tuesday night’s home game against Cranford, a match that ended in a 2-0 defeat. Despite the loss, the evening was a heartfelt tribute to the team’s graduating athletes and their families ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — New Jersey’s candidates for governor, Republican Jack Ciattarelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill, accused one another of deceitfulness during their second and final debate Wednesday. Throughout the hourlong back-and-forth, at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, the candidates ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Public Library invites residents to its Haunted History of New Jersey storytime event. Haunted History of New Jersey looks at the Garden State’s most chilling legends and ghost tales. The event is free and open to the public. To register, click here.
NEW JERSEY — Eligible voters in New Jersey have three ways to cast their ballots in the 2025 General Election.According to the New Jersey Voter Information Portal, the three options are in-person early voting, at a polling place on Election Day and using a mail-in ballot.In Person on Election ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ- Union County’s ‘Four Centuries in a Weekend’ event is coming to Mountainside. The Deacon Andrew Hetfield House will be open for visitors on Saturday, October 18 and Sunday, October. 19 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.In acknowledgment of the approach of America’s 250th Anniversary in 2026, ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Gov. Livingston volleyball has opened the season with a 6-4 record, fueled by the steady hands and leadership of junior setter Sierra Isbirian, who has been named the Valairco Heating & Cooling Highlander Athlete of the Week.In her first season as a starting setter, ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - With each new school year, comes a new class of teachers who’ve been hired to replace retirement positions, teachers who have moved on to other districts or to fill new positions. In September, Governor Livingston High School welcomed new teachers in various departments ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Rotary Club and Recreation Department invites players of all skill levels to participate in its Fall Pickleball Tournament at the Deerfield School Tennis Courts. Tournament games will take place on October 11 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. In the event of inclement ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — In the aftermath of a deadly collision in Scotch Plains late last month that killed a 13-year-old boy on an e-bike, leaders all throughout the county are looking to advance new regulations and legislation.Nico Lombardi, 13, was struck and killed on September 24 in Scotch ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - A long-anticipated project to upgrade the Columbia Middle School Lower Field — also known as Lower Columbia Park — has taken an unexpected turn after environmental studies raised concerns about installing synthetic turf. Instead of moving forward with artificial turf, ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – At a press conference Wednesday morning on the steps of the Scotch Plains Municipal Building, NJ Senate President Nicholas Scutari announced a legislative initiative that aims to modernize New Jersey’s e-bike laws by updating licensing, classification, and safety requirements ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Friends of the Mountainside Public Library are hosting a multi-day book sale at the Mountainside Public Library, located at 1 Constitution Plaza. A large selection of books, games, and puzzles are available on the following dates: October 8 from 12 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. October 9 ...
Governor Livingston High School will host its annual College and Career Fair October 6. The College and Career Fair is a valuable experience for high school students and their families who are in the process of researching post-high school paths. Various colleges, universities and career service ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — On Tuesday, September 30, the Union County Prosecutor's Office announced the arrest of a juvenile suspect in the investigation of a June stabbing at Plainfield's Cedarbrook Park. Officers from the Union County Police Department responded to Cedarbrook Park on June 20 after ...