Union News
By MELINDA MYERS
September 23, 2025
Cooler temperatures signal a change of seasons and an opportunity to add some fall décor to the landscape. Garden centers are filled with fall favorites like pumpkins, ornamental squash, pansies, mums, asters and more. Don’t stop there, look for new ways to add a bit of fall to your front steps, ...
UNION, NJ – More than 150 people gathered Sunday to honor the memory of Camryn “Camy” Dudek, who would have celebrated her 10th birthday alongside her twin sister, Ryann. The Paint & Sip event, held in her memory, raised $5,100 for the Camy Strong Foundation.“To say we are blessed is an ...
WILKES-BARRE, PA - Miriam Anukam of Union received the master's degree in nursing at Wilkes University's summer commencement ceremony.Wilkes University awarded more than 400 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees at its summer commencement.The program included a welcome from David Ward, senior ...
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ — New Jersey governor candidates Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill met for their first debate on Sunday, clashing on affordability, taxes and immigration before a raucous audience of 1,600 people at Rider University in Lawrenceville.Ciattarelli, a 63-year-old Republican and ...
UNION, NJ – Preparations are underway for Union High School’s Class of 1975 as classmates gear up to celebrate their 50th reunion this winter.The milestone event will be held Friday, Dec. 5, from 7 to 11 p.m. at Galloping Hill Caterers. Organizers are inviting all members of the Class of 1975 to ...
UNION, NJ – Union’s annual Hispanic Heritage Festival filled Biertuempfel Park with food, music, and cultural pride on Saturday, where two local sisters were recognized with the township’s Hispanic of the Year Award.Mayor James Bowser announced the honorees as Jennifer and Wanda España, artists ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ -- Union came through with one of the biggest upsets so far this girls' soccer season on Thursday night, defeating Scotch Plains-Fanwood, 2-1.With 21 minutes left in the second half, Union broke a scoreless tie when a corner kick from senior Isabella Runa was tapped in for the ...
WESTFIELD, NJ -- The Union football team's defense turned in a sturdy effort for most of the first half against Westfield, but on a warm day under a bright sun, the Farmers' defense was asked to do too much.Westfield held the Farmers without a first down for nearly 43 minutes and went on to a 21-0 ...
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey State Supreme Court ruled Friday that Cynthia Johnson will be the Democratic nominee for Roselle Borough Council, according to a report in the New Jersey Globe Friday. The decision ends months of legal battles following the June primary, in which Johnson lost to ...
UNION, NJ – Union’s annual “Operation Clean Sweep” event, a community-wide morning dedicated to cleaning and beautifying public spaces around town, is set for Saturday, Oct. 11.Union’s Department of Public Works (DPW) welcomes all residents, community groups, and students looking to earn service ...
UNION, NJ – The Union Special Improvement District (SID) has a new leader at the helm. Antonio Dei Medici, a lifelong Union resident with decades of professional experience, has been named the new Executive Director of the Union Center SID.“Our business district is the heart of the community, and I ...
SUMMIT, NJ -- Union scored all its goals after halftime in a 3-1 boys soccer victory over Oratory Prep on Thursday.Nicholas Butter scored two of the goals for the Farmers (2-3), who were deadlocked with Oratory, 0-0, at halftime.Jonathan Alfano scored the other Union goal. Nigel Vincente had a ...
UNION, NJ — A touching Peruvian drama, Vaguito, was screened Saturday at the DMK Black Box Theater in the Union Arts Center, drawing a large and enthusiastic crowd of local residents.The event, hosted by the Township of Union in partnership with The Gym for Kids and The Studio for Kids, combined ...
ROSELLE, NJ — Cynthia Johnson, a borough councilwoman in Roselle, is now the Democratic nominee for the council at-large seat on the Roselle Borough Council after a ruling was made in response to a lawsuit she filed regarding the June 2025 primary election.Johnson ran against incumbent Denise ...
UNION, NJ – Union’s 2025 Restaurant Week, a week-long, townwide event designed to celebrate the community’s diverse dining scene while spotlighting local businesses, runs now through Sept. 21.During Restaurant Week, participating restaurants across Union are offering special promotions, including ...
UNION, NJ – In a solemn and heartfelt ceremony, family, friends, township officials, coworkers, and first responders gathered to honor the life and sacrifice of Kevin Apuzzio, a Union native who gave his life in 2006 while attempting to rescue a woman trapped inside a burning home.Apuzzio, just 21 ...
UNION, NJ – Walkers, runners and cyclists will be happy to learn that Union’s “Open Road” will return this fall.“Open Road” transforms a section of Rahway Avenue into a car-free zone, allowing residents and visitors to walk, run, bike, and roll safely and freely.“We are thrilled to bring the Open ...
OLD WESTBURY, NY -- Nearly 70 students completed New York Institute of Technology's rigorous Internship Certificate Program during summer 2025, including Yash Santosh Prabhu of Union, who interned at Givaudan Fragrance Corp. in the role of Freight Cost Intern.Students who successfully complete the ...
UNION, NJ – Closing out the township’s commemoration of the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, Union held its annual Freedom Bike Ride on Sunday morning, beginning at Fire Headquarters on Bond Drive.More than 100 cyclists of all ages and experience levels took part in the 10-mile roundtrip ...
UNION, NJ - For those who may be in need of help coping with the loss of a loved one or needs comfort, Holy Spirit Church will host a Bereavement Ministry group. For more than 26 years, this ministry has attended to the needs of people of all religious backgrounds. The ministry offers 8-week ...
UNION, NJ - Metered parking will begin in Union's downtown district on September 15. After the first free 15 minutes, parking fees for on-street parking are $0.50 per 30 minutes. Hours of enforcement are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fees for lot parking are: $0.50 per hour, $5 ...
UNION, NJ -- For the second week in a row, the Union football team fell behind by two touchdowns, rallied back to tie the game, but then lost a close decision.St. Joseph of Metuchen defeated Union, 28-21, but the Farmers kept coming back and keeping it close.St. Joe's (2-0) had a 14-0 lead with ...
UNION, NJ – Members of Union’s Fire and Police Departments, residents, and township officials gathered in front of Fire Department headquarters Thursday morning in remembrance of the September 11 terror attack victims.At 8:46, the exact time the first plane struck the North Tower of the World Trade ...
UNION, NJ – The Union girls tennis team shook off a loss at first singles and won the rest of the matchups en route to a 4-1 victory over Plainfield on Wednesday.Union improved to 3-5 with the win.FIRST SINGLES: Stephanie Caluna (P) def. Isabella Giorgio.SECOND SINGLES: Adaugo Ikwu (U) def. Karla ...
UNION, NJ – Union’s Special Improvement District (SID) and police department announce their annual Car, Truck & Bike Show, a free, family-friendly event on Sunday, October 5 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.“The Union Car, Truck & Bike Show is a wonderful tradition that brings our community together,” ...
MANCHESTER, NH- Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students from Union on being named to the Summer 2025 President's List. The summer terms run from May to August.Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above for ...
MANCHESTER, NH - Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following two students from Union on being named to the Summer 2025 Dean's List. The summer terms run from May to August.Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 for ...
LINDEN, NJ – The Union girls volleyball team came away with a 25-23, 25-20 victory over Linden on Monday.Isabella Motta Fuentes collected four kills and five digs for the Farmers (2-1). Danisha Margarin led Union in digs with 11 and also had two kills.Zofia Vaz finished with three kills and four ...
UNION, NJ – Union, in partnership with the Greater Union Chamber of Commerce and the Union Board of Education, have announced the 2025 Health and Wellness Fair, set for Thursday, October 23, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Union High School.The fair will help connect Union residents with a wide array of local ...
UNION, NJ – The Union Art Gallery, in partnership with the Union Township Education Association, will host "A Journey in Their Footsteps," a Holocaust Photo Essay Open House on Friday, Sept. 19 at 6 p.m.Maud Dahme, a Holocaust survivor, will walk through a moving photo essay.According to the ...