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September 23, 2024

UNION, NJ — The Union Police Department, in collaboration with various agencies in the county, is participating in the Union County Gun Surrender Program.“We understand that the Township of Union, compared to other cities, is not known for gun violence,” said Deputy Chief Scott Breslow. “But even ...

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UNION COUNTY, NJ  —  Even as temperatures cool throughout the county, ticks will continue to pose a danger, spreading Lyme disease and other illnesses, a Rutgers University ecologist and researcher says.Jose Ramirez-Garofalo, a PhD candidate in the Department of Ecology, Evolution and Natural ...

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UNION, NJ – A senior from Union High School recently had his blog featured in the Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) Undergraduate Politics and Law Journal.Alan Mowle attended the FDU Mini Law School (MLS) program during the summers of 2023 and 2024.  MLS, which is hosted by the FDU Mock Trial ...

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Welcome spring and create continuous color for several months with a collection of spring-flowering bulbs.  After planting in the fall, you’ll enjoy an array of flower colors that combine nicely with other spring-flowering trees, shrubs, and flowers. Start the season with early blooming snowdrops.

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UNION, NJ - The Bradford Hayes Jazz Organ Trio is returning to the Vauxhall Branch Library to perform Organ Jazz reminiscent of the jazz days in Newark.The event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 5 at 1 p.m.  To register, click HERE.

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DELHI, NY - Over 800 students graduated from SUNY Delhi in the Spring of 2024. Commencement was held Saturday, May 18, 2024, with certificates, associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees conferred upon the classes of Fall 2023 and Spring 2024.Grace Udoyen of Union graduated from SUNY Delhi with a ...

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UNION/ELIZABETH, NJ — Four people, two adults and two juveniles, are facing charges for their alleged role in an auto theft trafficking network in Union and at least 15 other New Jersey communities.The arrests were announced Friday by Union County Prosecutor William Daniel following an ...

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UNION, NJ -- Union led early, but Westfield rallied with touchdowns in the second and third quarters for a 14-6 football victory over the Farmers on Friday night.It was the belated home opener for Union (0-4), which had to play two non-public schools on the road in its first three games.On Friday ...

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UNION, NJ -- Three different players scored to help New Providence record a 3-2 girls soccer victory over Union on Thursday.Maddie Merrick, Libby Knight and Abby Cheung each scored one goal, and Mae Kinum recorded an assist, for the Pioneers (4-2), who led, 1-0, at the half.Emily Filian and ...

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UNION, NJ – A second home invasion in Union over the past three days, this one resulting in the assault of two people, has occurred on Scott Court early Friday morning.At about 7:30 a.m., Union officers received a 9-1-1 call reporting that two individuals were being assaulted by “three or four ...

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TRENTON, NJ — Black bears are on the move in New Jersey, looking for food in preparation for the winter denning season.The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Fish and Wildlife is asking the public to secure their trash and food sources, to reduce the potential for ...

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UNION, NJ – Union's girls volleyball team dropped two close decisions, 25-20, 25-20, to a strong Cranford team on Wednesday.Mary Grace Manalad led the Farmers in digs with 13. Samantha Haug came through with a team-high four kills.Cranford is 6-1. Union is 5-3.Union Player - Sets Played - ...

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UNION, NJ— Kean University recognized 3,959 undergraduate students named to the Spring 2024 Dean's List, including the following Union ...

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Haga clic aquí para leer esta historia en inglésNEW BRUNSWICK – Jonathan Holloway, who took over as Rutgers president during the COVID-19 pandemic and whose term has been marked by the university’s first faculty strike and pro-Palestinian protests that disrupted final exams last spring, will step ...

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UNION, NJ – A Union resident, awakened by an alarm, found burglars had pried open a window in his home attempting to gain entry early Wednesday morning, Union police said.According to Union police, at about 6:20 a.m., police received an emergency call about a home invasion in progress near Andrew ...

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UNION, NJ – Members of the Union Senior Center and Golden Age Club enjoyed a recent trip to the Myrtle Beach Show Week, experiencing the beach and outdoor activities, shopping, entertainment and relaxation.“The week was filled with an array of spectacular activities, including show-stopping ...

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UNION, NJ - Voters in the 10th Congressional District, which includes Union, are in for a busy electoral season with the Special Election kicking off the fall on Wednesday, Sept. 18. Polls will be open the regular hours of 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and feature a choice of four candidates for the seat ...

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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ -- Facing another state-ranked opponent, the Union boys soccer team took an early lead, but Scotch Plains-Fanwood dominated the second half and pulled away for a 3-1 victory over the Farmers on Tuesday.George Asanti scored on a breakaway nine minutes into the game to give Union ...

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UNION, NJ - Union residents are invited to stop by police headquarters on Wednesday, Oct. 2 to celebrate National Coffee with a Cop Day.The event, hosted by Blue Foundry Bank of Union, will be held from 8 to 11 a.m.  at 981 Caldwell Avenue.National Coffee with a Cop day is a day dedicated to ...

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UNION, NJ – It's time for Union residents to show off their creative, spooky and competitive side.Registration is now open for the township’s annual Halloween window painting and scarecrow contests, hosted by the Recreation Department.Registration for both the window painting and scarecrow contests ...

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WILKES-BARRE, PA - Alexandra Mentor of Union received the MSN degree in Nursing at Wilkes University's summer commencement ceremony.Wilkes University awarded more than 300 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees during its summer commencement ceremony on Sunday, Sept. 8. The event was held at the ...

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UNION, NJ - Union residents will soon be able to enjoy a walk, jog, bike ride, or outdoor play without the worry of traffic when Rahway Avenue closes to vehicular traffic three Sunday mornings in October.The mile-long stretch of Rahway Avenue, between Morris and Liberty Avenues, will be closed to ...

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METUCHEN, NJ -- After passing for close to 400 yards in a win over Ridge last week, St. Joseph of Metuchen junior quarterback Justin Scaramuzzo hurt Union as much with his legs as his arm on Saturday.Scaramuzzo rushed for two touchdowns and Tyler Huseth kicked two long field goals in St. Joseph's ...

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UNION COUNTY, NJ - It's election season, and here's what you need to know to start your journey to vote.First things first, get registered.Who's eligible to vote?You must be 18 years old on or by election day.You must be a United States citizen.You are a resident of the State and county for 30 days ...

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UNION, NJ - The Union Police Department is once again getting in the Halloween spirit with their annual Trunk or Treat event at police headquarters.The Trunk or Treat festivities include food, thrills, music, prizes and candy.  Creative costumes are encouraged for their costume contest.  The event ...

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UNION, NJ – Westfield rallied from a two-goal deficit for a 3-2 boys soccer victory over Union in overtime on Thursday.Henry Iannuzzi, Sam Judka and Ethan Wade each scored for Westfield (3-0), which trailed, 2-0, at halftime.Union (1-3) took a 1-0 lead on a breakaway goal by Matheus Santos with 17 ...

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UNION, NJ – Progress continues on Union’s new library, with its grand opening now scheduled for early 2025. While originally targeted for mid-October, the timeline has been adjusted “to ensure the state-of-the-art facility exceeds expectations and is fully equipped to serve the community for years ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ – The Union girls soccer team won for the first time this season, defeating Brearley, 1-0, on Thursday.Emily Filian scored an unassisted goal in the second half for the Farmers (1-2). It was her first goal of the season and the 11th of her career.Mikayla Astudillo made six saves for ...

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UNION, NJ - Union police are notifying residents of major road changes coming to the township beginning next week. Starting on Monday, Sept. 16, Bonnel Court will be converted to a one-way thoroughfare extending from Morris Ave. to Johnson Pl. (southbound vehicular travel route).   According to a ...

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BATON ROUGE, LA - Tahira Bennett of Union was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Bennett was initiated at Kean University.Bennett is among approximately 20,000 students, faculty, professional ...

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