5th Annual #HomelessPeriod

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals Can Access Interpreters During Vaccination at the Six Megasites

(TRENTON) – The Murphy Administration today announced that deaf and hard of hearing individuals are able to ask for an American Sign Language interpreter when receiving a COVID-19 vaccine at the state’s six vaccine megasites to assist with communication access during the vaccination ...

LATHAM, NY — Major General Ray Shields, the Adjutant General for the State of New York, announced the recent promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.

Malcolm Dash from Plainfield, and assigned to the Company B, 101st Expeditionary Signal Battalion, received a promotion to the rank of sergeant first ...

COVID-19 safety rules apply.

The Union County Board of County Commissioners will cut the ribbon on new playground facilities at Nomahegan Park in Carnford this Sunday, April 18th at 11:00 a.m. Nomahegan Park is located at 995 Springfield Avenue.

“As the weather gets warmer, families look to our local parks to safely have fun while staying active,” said County Commissioner Chairman Alexander ...

Free community events in celebration of Autism Acceptance Month.

In recognition of April as Autism Acceptance Month, the Union County Board of Commissioners presents a new edition of free online programming for persons with disabilities and special needs, featuring interactive fun for the whole family. The series is hosted by the Union County Office for Persons with Disabilities and Special ...

The Union County Commissioner Board invites residents and visitors to enjoy a live performance of Shout! by Susanna Rich on Wednesday, April 14, at 6:00 p.m. on Zoom, in celebration of National Poetry Month.

Shout! is a collection of Rich’s original poetry, retelling the struggle of women’s suffrage and equality during key historical moments.

“We are proud to honor the women’s suffrage ...

On Wednesday, March 31, vaccinations were provided by the New Jersey Department of Health Initiative through the "United Way of Greater Union County'' in partnership with the RWJ foundation, County of Union and City of Plainfield. These efforts are focused on serving homeless, Day Laborers and at-risk of homeless persons in Union County. There are many obstacles and challenges for people who live ...

Union County residents who are looking for a summer job can apply now for lifeguard positions at Union County’s public swimming pool, the Walter Ulrich Memorial Pool, which is located at Rahway River Park in Rahway.

“The Ulrich pool provides our residents with a rewarding work environment and valuable experience such as management, emergency response and interpersonal skills every year,” said ...

Invasive insect threatens native trees and plants, and can destroy valuable crops.

A different kind of Earth Day project is available in April to all Union County residents and visitors this spring: help destroy the spotted lanternfly and its eggs, too. It is important to act at now, because the eggs of the spotted lanternfly typically hatch from late April to early May.

Earth Day 2021 will ...

Masks are required and must be worn by all participants, and social distancing guidelines must be observed.

The Union County Board of Commissioners invites residents of all ages to meet live animals, celebrate wildlife and embrace environmental conservation at a fun and educational event in honor of Earth Day at Union County’s Trailside Nature and Science Center, located in the Watchung ...

(TRENTON) – To help ensure more equal distribution of ballot drop boxes throughout a municipality, a bill sponsored by Assembly Democrats Bill Moen, Anthony Verrelli and Verlina Reynolds-Jackson allowing county boards of elections to relocate certain ballot boxes was signed into law Friday.

Criteria established by law regarding placement of ballot drop boxes – such as at college campuses and ...