This is part of a statewide initiative for police departments to use less force when responding to behavioral health crises.
The 18-year-old swimmer received a huge sendoff from the community before departing for the Special Olympics last weekend.
See the latest announcement from the Borough of Fanwood.
Registration for summer programs begins June 13
On Thurs, June 16 at 7 pm, Suzie Flores will join the Scotch Plains Library on Zoom to share the story of how she became a kelp farmer.
A local diner closed for customers last week, as crews were filming a sequel to a popular movie at the location. Find out what film below:
Members of the F-SP College Club recently donated 200 books to the LunchBoox program in Plainfield for the summer giveaway program.
A male pedestrian was struck and killed by a NJ Transit train in North Jersey on Thursday, officials said.
"Pride In The Park" has been rescheduled because of rain in Wednesday's forecast, the township said.
North Plainfield resident joined Unity in 1996 and has been active in the banking industry for more than 50 years
Superintendent of Plainfield Public Schools Dr. Diana Mitchell called for support following the Uvalde school shooting.
Voters should review the district mapping changes ahead of the primary election on June 7.
As temperatures reach the 90s on Tuesday, Fanwood Borough has opened a cooling station.
Community Juneteenth, open to all, will take place on Saturday, June 18, from 1-8 pm at Shady Rest Golf and Country Club, Jerusalem Rd.
The fatal crash occurred in June of last year on Interstate 278, according to Linden Police. One of the victims was just 15 years old.
On May 23, 2022, a scholarship reception, hosted by the College Club of Fanwood-Scotch Plains, was held at the Scotch Plains Country Club
The 'Closer Grocer' is getting crushed by inflation prices, and needs the community's support. Learn more about how you can help below:
As of yet, this school district is the first in New Jersey to pass a resolution in favor of rejecting the new sex education standards.
Keyara Hollman was last seen at 4th Ward Park in Linden Sunday night, according to police.
Thumbtack makes it simple to switch to solar energy in your area.
The Scotch Plains Public Library’s Cookbook Club will gather again in-person on Thursday, June 23 at 7 pm for a special summer meeting.
A public health nurse will be in the Scotch Plains Library on Friday, June 3, between 10am and noon, to take blood pressure readings.
A line of thunderstorms is predicted to roll into Union County Monday afternoon and continue into the evening.
This season, make your dreams of a freshly manicured lawn or a flower-filled yard a reality when you hire a top-rated landscaper.
At The Historical Society of Scotch Plains and Fanwood
Bring a chair and enjoy this all-ages program featuring tunes by composers like George Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, and more.
Grab a bagel and coffee and join the Scotch Plains Library staff for Bagels & Books on Monday, June 6 at 10 am.
Two teens from Scotch Plains high schools have earned $2,500 annual scholarships for college in this year's National Merit competition.
John's Meat Market in Scotch Plains is collecting money to give to former homeless veterans this upcoming Memorial Day.
The team of superwomen at Kind Dental visit the Community Food Bank of New Jersey as part of their “Acts of Kindness” initiative
A massive fire broke out at a waste management facility in Elizabeth on Tuesday. Officials say a person was found dead Wednesday morning.
Westfield Police arrested the man after reports of a stabbing. His roommate was found with injuries to his hand and back, police said.
The College Board National Recognition Program is aimed at awarding honors to underrepresented students who have succeeded academically.
School spring breaks have caused a drop in blood donations
Hosted by "Hike it Baby," the free event will include family-friendly hikes, nature crafts, bilingual games and activities and much more.
Proceeds benefit health and wellness initiatives for individuals of all ages
The parade to take place on May 30 will feature live music, floats, military units and vehicles, a live reenactment and much more.
The high school's production of "Les Miserables" was nominated for a Rising Star Award by the Paper Mill Playhouse.