Black Bear Spotted in Union County

A black Bear has been spotted in the following townships...

AIR QUALITY ALERT: How Hot, Sticky Will It Get In Cranford Today?

It going to be a hot one Monday. Find out when it will reach its peak and when we will get relief.

N.J. Bear Hunt Season to Double in 2016

New policy expands hunt by one week in October, allows hunters to harvest two bruins instead of one.

When Does Perseid Meteor Shower Peak In Cranford?

The peak of the brightest meteor shower of the year is coming up.

Fun Ways to Stay 'Fit after 50' in Union County Parks

A national fitness campaign called “Go4Life” is aimed at helping people to improve their health and fitness while aging.

Linde Group Lends A Hand In Union County's Historic Deserted Village of Feltville

A group of hardworking volunteers from the Linde Group of Berkeley Heights spruced up the Deserted Village earlier this month.

Nature Thrives at Wildflower Meadow in Busy Union County Park

The wildflower meadow at Warinanco Park is a colorful, quiet world of butterflies and other valuable pollinators.

200-Year-Old Oak Tree Falls, Crushes Two Cars In Union County

The Oak Tree also took out a few power lines before landing in the driveway and extending out into the street.

Dozens Of Horses Break Free In Union County, Returned Shortly After

It’s reported that the horses were seen galloping alongside a road before they were captured by police.

Shark Week: Deadly Shark Attacks Of Summer Of 1916 On Jersey Coast Were An 'Anomaly'

Read up on Patch's coverage of sharks in celebration of Shark Week, happening now on Discovery Channel.

Bio-Blitz 2015 Explores Watchung Reservation

Union County invites the public to the 11th annual Bio-Blitz in the Watchung Reservation this weekend.

Volunteers Honored at Union County Adopt-a-Park Ceremony

More than 1,000 volunteers took part in Union County’s Adopt-a-Park/Adopt-a-Trail.

Free Tree Saplings Available for Cranford area residents

New Jersey program aims to replace vegetation displaced by Superstorm Sandy.

Union County Seeking Volunteers for Annual 'Bio-Blitz'

Union County hosting a 24-hour nature survey of county parks.

VIDEO: Behind the Scenes of Disney's 'Bears'

The film hopes to inspire viewers to experience national parks.

10 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day All Year

Earth Day is this Tuesday, April 22. Here's some ways you can help the earth any day.

See 'Bears' Opening Week and Help the National Park Foundation

Disneynature will make a donation to the National Park Foundation for each ticket sold during opening week.

National Bike Month Rolls into Town

Pump up your tires and lube your chain - time to spin away those polar vortex pounds.

Disney Bears: A 1-Mile Walk to Feast on Food

A mile might not seem like much to travel to get food in your town, but for Bears it can be an arduous journey.

How Energy Efficient Are Your City's Buildings?

The EPA ranked the top 25 metropolitan areas with the most Energy Star certified buildings.

Grow a Nutritious Garden in a Pot

Here's a great way to start a small garden at home.

Get Free Admission to National Parks April 19-20

How to Encourage Kids to Love the Environment

Inspire your children to love and respect the earth by being environmentally-friendly.

Bears: 10 Cutest Photos of Cubs Amber and Scout

Which cub scout featured in Disneynature's "Bears" are you more like?

10 Things You Might Not Know About Brown Bears

Disneynature's upcoming film "Bears" will teach you a lot about the animals, but here's a good start.

How to Celebrate Earth Hour 2014 This Weekend

Will your town go dark this Saturday, March 29?

20 Ways to Save Money While Going Green

Go green, save green. Here's some tips to get active and creative in everyday life.

Cranford Environmental Commission Reviews Accomplishments of 2013



The commission launched a storm water training program, developed green business programs, the My Green Cranford website and more last year.



5 Ways to Eat Healthier With Less of a Bite to Your Finances

Buying organic can often be costly. Here are some clever ways to eat healthy without pinching pennies.

Rain Garden Will be Installed at Cranford Municipal Building

The town is one of several in New Jersey to receive a sustainable jersey grant through Wal-Mart.

Union County Collects Household Hazardous Waste in Cranford

All Union County residents can rid of unwanted hazardous items on June 1.

Cranford Hosts Back Yard Composting Session

The short training session will take place on May 18.

Cranford Awarded $2,000 Sustainable Jersey Grant

The grant will be used to start a backyard composting program called "My Green Gardens."

Five Things You Need to Know About Arbor Day

Friday, April 26 is Arbor Day. Find out how the day to celebrate everything lush and green began, and what it really means.

Cranford Hosts Earth Day Celebration This Saturday

As part of the celebration the Garden Gourmet Compost Bin will be on sale for $50.

Five Things You Need to Know About Earth Day

Learn who founded Earth Day and why we celebrate it April 22.

Shred It and Forget It! Fight Clutter, Prevent ID Theft At Mobile Shredding Program

The county will host a paper-shredding program on May 4 at Union County College in Cranford.

TELL US: How Do You Go Green?

Share your best tips and tricks for living the green life here in Cranford.

In Case You Missed It: The March 26 Township Committee Meeting

The budget was proposed, an administrator was appointed, Birchwood was discussed and a police officer appointed.

Park Volunteers Honored For Efforts Following Superstorm Sandy

Union County honored hundreds of Adopt-a-Park and Adopt-a-Trail volunteers at a celebratory dinner last month.