Union News
By LINDSEY KELLEHER
December 13, 2025
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Union County has upgraded its drone program to keep up with modern-day technology.Improvements made included updating the equipment for using the drones, expanding capabilities for the drones, and continuing specialized training for the certified drone pilots, according to Union ...
UNION, NJ — Before his first game as the new head coach of the Union boys basketball team, Erick Loften-Harris set a goal for his team to limit its turnover total against West Orange to "11 or less."The Farmers accomplished their coach's mission, committing just 10 turnovers the entire game.
WESTFIELD, NJ — Scammers are becoming increasingly aggressive in impersonating law enforcement officers, the Union County Sheriff’s Office warned on Thursday.In a recurring phone scam that has surfaced again, callers claim that the individual has an arrest warrant — often citing missed jury duty or ...
TRENTON, NJ — Restaurants and other places that serve food in New Jersey would be banned from providing single-use utensils and condiments to customers, except upon request, under legislation sponsored by Sen. Bob Smith (D - District 17) and Raj Mukherji (D - District 32).The bill, S3195, would ...
The people have spoken, and the next governor of the state of New Jersey is Rebecca Michelle “Mikie” Sherrill. The 53-year-old has prevailed over the Republican candidate and former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli, in a hotly contested race that included a fair share of mud-slinging on both ...
UNION, NJ - There's plenty of festive cheer around Union this weekend. From multiple performances of It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at the DMK Black Box Theater, to family favorites like ‘Holiday in the Center’ with hot cocoa, carriage rides, and photos with Santa. Community traditions ...
VAUXHALL, NJ – Lifelong Vauxhall resident and Union County Commissioner Michele Delisfort has been honored with the Haiti Premiere Class Award for Diaspora Governance & Vision.Delisfort received the award at the organization’s recent anniversary gala.An urban planner by profession, Delisfort ...
UNION, NJ — Few stories embody the holiday spirit quite like It’s a Wonderful Life, and this season Union’s DMK Black Box Theater will bring the classic to the stage in a unique way. The American Theater Group is set to present the beloved tale as a live 1940s-style radio broadcast. Show ...
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey highway drivers would be required to change lanes or slow down when approaching any stationary vehicle under a bill sponsored by Democratic Senators Paul Moriarty of Washington Township in Gloucester County and Raj Mukherji of Jersey City.Anyone found violating the law ...
UNION, NJ – Union native Molly May has been crowned the new National American Miss Elite. Going into National American Miss (NAM), May represented New Jersey — and she left representing the nation. Competing against more than 100 women, she rose to the top to earn one of the pageant’s most ...
The Union High School Interact Club, led by advisor Dr. Edward Boffa, held its annual sock drive again this year with impressive results. Students collected 2,331 pairs of socks, donating 2,000 of them to the Rotary Club of Union for community distribution.The Rotary Club supplemented the donation ...
ALLENTOWN, PA - A graduate of The Pingry School, Charles Levine of Union, is a member of the Muhlenberg NCAA Division III men's wrestling team this winter as a sophomore, while studying at the college.More than 30% of Muhlenberg students participate in the college's 23-sport intercollegiate ...
UNION, NJ — The Union boys basketball program will play its first game under new head coach Erick Loften-Harris on Monday night against The Patrick School on the campus of Centenary University in Hackettstown.It's an early opener at a time when most high school basketball teams have only started ...
UNION, NJ — Two members of the Union High School boys soccer team have been named to the Union County Conference's All-Watchung Division Team.One of them, junior forward Sebastian Llosa Rojas, was selected to the overall UCC First Team, encompassing the entire county.Llosa Rojas scored a team-high ...
TRENTON, NJ — Motorists soon may risk $45 traffic fines – triggered by automated cameras – for parking or idling in bus lanes and bus stops. Penalties outlined in Bill A5612, which passed the Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee on Thursday, also would apply to drivers who clog ...
UNION, NJ — A Union High School senior officially took the next step in his football career on National Signing Day Wednesday, the annual event when high school athletes commit to their college programs.Uyioghosa Igiehon signed his National Letter of Intent to continue both his academic and ...
UNION, NJ - Meetings of the Union Public Library Board of Trustees take place on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Main Branch of the Union Public Library or at the Vauxhall Branch, as indicated below. There are no meetings during July and August unless the Board President deems it ...
The celebration will take place on Friday, December 5, from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m., and Saturday, December 6, from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m., at Union Town Hall, 1976 Morris Avenue.This year’s Winter Wonderland will feature an outdoor “ice” skating rink, strolling holiday characters and carolers, a Holiday ...
VAUXHALL, NJ — The Vauxhall Branch Library will host a festive Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, December 13, featuring storytelling, music, film, food, and community discussion.The program will welcome Shirley Johnson, a storyteller known for her multicultural and African-American tales. Johnson ...
UNION, NJ — History enthusiasts and community members are invited to join the Township of Union for a special celebration of the United States’ 250th Anniversary.The Township will host a free premiere screening of the national television program “Travels with Darley: Union County Revolutionary Road ...
UNION, NJ - Townley Presbyterian Church and the Salem Roadhouse Cafe are hosting Sounds of the Season, a free holiday concert on Saturday, Dec. 6.The event will feature live holiday music, traditional piano/organ duets, audience sing along and more. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. Townley ...
UNION, NJ — Livingston Elementary School has welcomed a new principal: longtime Union educator Shawn Paterno.Paterno brings 28 years of experience in the Union school district, where he has served in a wide range of roles. At Union High School, he worked as an athletic trainer, physical education ...
When looking for a unique holiday tree this season consider adding a plant you can enjoy now and throughout the year. Select a larger specimen to use as a floor plant, adding dramatic scale to your indoor décor. Smaller plants can be placed on tabletops throughout the house to add a bit of extra ...
UNION, NJ – Happy Thanksgiving from TAPinto Union! We are thankful for our loyal readers, contributors, and business sponsors for choosing us as your local news source. We appreciate your support. We are also grateful to be able to once again gather with family and friends for the Thanksgiving ...
Union County, NJ – Seniors and caregivers are invited to the upcoming Aging Services Kiosk (ASK) event in Union in December to explore the wide range of senior programs and resources available. The event allows attendees to meet face-to-face with experienced professionals who can provide expert ...
NEWARK, N.J. – A Union County man who was a former Union High School music teacher was sentenced to 275 months in prison for producing child pornography, the U.S. Attorney’s Office announced today.Michael Hamilton, 53, of Springfield, previously pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Christine ...
CRANFORD, NJ – A Union resident was among 23 Rising Stars of the banking industry recognized by the New Jersey Bankers Association (NJBankers) during its annual Awards Dinner at The Stone House at Stirling Ridge in Warren on November 13. The awards recognize individuals who go above and beyond to ...
UNION, NJ - The Union Municipal Band, under the direction of Howard Toplansky, will present a Holiday Concert on Monday evening, December 15. The concert will be held at the Livingston School Auditorium, 960 Midland Blvd, at 7:30 PM. Admission is free and the public is cordially invited to ...
UNION, NJ – A new photography exhibit opened Thursday evening at the Union Art Gallery, curated by Les Malamut.The exhibit, “Photography: Capturing Visual Epiphany,” features the work of nine local photographers:Barbara WirkusJoel SimpsonMaria PepeJoel EstradaMaria Savidis MarkatosGiftus ...
UNION, NJ – A new photography studio has opened its doors in Union, celebrating its grand opening last week.Owner Kayla, who grew up in Union, said her interest in photography began in middle school but became more serious during the COVID pandemic when she started taking photos of her son. She now ...