Meet Your New Union County Patch Editor

Emily Everson is the new Patch Editor covering all the sites in Union and Somerset Counties.

Warm Up with Union County This Weekend

If the winter winds chase you indoors this weekend, you can still get out and warm up with fun activities right here in Union County.

Union County Students Kick Off 2015 with New 'Donate to Educate' Campaign

The new “Donate to Educate” countywide community service campaign was developed entirely by a group of high school students.

How to Prevent and Deal With Frozen Pipes

A 1/8-inch crack can leak up to 250 gallons of water a day, causing flooding, structural damage and the immediate potential for mold.

Union County Introduces New Community Theatre Program

Following the remarkable success of the RENT last fall, Union County is offering a new grant program for community theatre organizations.

Arts, Jobs, Education On Tap For Union County In 2015

Get all the details on new Union County initiatives to grow the economy and create more opportunities for residents and businesses.

Union County Hosts 158th Annual Reorganization, Jan. 4

Union County Freeholder Chairman-elect Mohamed S. Jalloh will announce his initiatives for the New Year.

Yankee All-Star Roy White To Join Fans For Annual 'Hot Stove League' Dinner In Union County

Roy White will be guest speaker at the annual Union County, NJ Baseball Association fundraiser to support youth baseball.

Union County Deer Management Program To Start Monday, Jan. 5

The Union County Department of Parks and Recreation has released details of its annual Deer Management Program.

N.J. Orchestra Brings Sounds Of the Season To Hearing Impaired Preschoolers In Union County

Hearing impaired preschoolers enjoyed the gift of music performed by the Highland Park High School Orchestra.

Former Developmental Center Resident Home For The holidays In Union County

Raul Cruz Jr. is finally home for the holidays. The 36-year-old with a cognitive impairment sits in his new home in Roselle.

Heavy Rain On Christmas Eve Still On Track For New Jersey

Travelers flying in may face delays due to strong winds aloft; drivers will face poor visibility from rain

17 Winter Power Outage Safety Tips From The Federal Alliance For Safe Homes

In 2013, extreme cold and winter storms took the lives of 46 residents across the nation.

Ring In The New Year With New Jersey Festival Orchestra

On Wednesday, Dec. 31, at 7pm, the NJ Festival Orchestra again presents one of New Jersey’s most popular New Year’s Eve musical celebrations

Irish Business Association Donates Food To Community Food Bank Of New Jersey

The director of food sourcing at the Community Food Bank of New Jersey in Hillside, accepts food collected by the Irish Business Association

Prep For This Season With The Patch Winter Gift Guide

Get everything you need to fight the snow and stay warm this winter.

Toys And Other Magic - A Musical Treat For Kids Of All Ages In Union County

Share the joy of the holidays with family and friends at a special free family concert featuring festive music of the season.

Springfield Tree Lighting Ceremony Postponed Due To Inclement Weather

Due to the inclement weather, Springfield’s annual Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting is postponed to Thursday, December 11, 2014.

Colonial Era 'Texting' Coming to the Deserted Village In Union County

Youngsters of all ages can learn how our forebears rocked a quill pen, ink and parchment, at the Deserted Village of Feltville.

Hey Union County, Getting Snow? Send Us Your Picture!

For some areas of Union County, its the first snow fall of the season.

Usher In The Holidays At The Nature Craft Show In Union County, Dec. 7

Bring the kids to enjoy the fun at Trailside Nature & Science Center while you browse for unique holiday gifts by top nature crafters.

Union County Prosecutor's Office Hosts Second Annual Forum For School Administrators

The Union County Prosecutor’s Office hosted its second annual Forum for School Administrators before an assembled group of approximately 150

Union County - Echo Lake Park Gets Cold-Weather TLC From Student Volunteers

A large group of students from Kean University braved frigid temperatures to help spruce up Echo Lake Park last weekend.

Union County's Sensory Friendly Theatre Series Welcomes The Winter Season With 'The Adventures Of Frosty'

Take a break from the chilly weather and enjoy a special production of FROSTY, featuring the beloved character Frosty the Snowman, at UCPAC.

Mid-Week Review: What's Happening In Union County?

A look at some of the stories coming out of Union County so far this week.

Union County Clerk Offers Free 2015 Wall Calendar Featuring Election Year Information

Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi is pleased to offer a free 2015 wall calendar depicting Union County Civil War memorabilia.

Find Out All About One-Seat Ride Service On NJTransit's Raritan Valley Line

The next meeting of the Raritan Valley Rail Coalition will feature an update and recap of efforts to get one-seat ride service.

Union County - Christie Administration Announces $25 Million In FY14 Bridge Grants

Each county to receive $1 million grant.

Where Are The Free Meals And Deals Near Springfield This Veterans Day?

Across the country, businesses offer free or discounted meals and services to retired and active U.S. military personnel.

Former Union County Port Executive Sentenced For Accepting More Than $100,000 In Cash Bribes

A maintenance director at Maher Terminals in Union County was sentenced to 12 months in prison for soliciting and accepting cash bribes.

Another Job Well Done For Adopt-A-Park In Union County

Another Job Well Done for Adopt-a-ParkAdopt-a-Park volunteers from Merck.

Announcing: Jobs on Patch!

Springfield Patch’s new jobs board makes it easy for job-hunters and employers to search for and post local, regional and national jobs.

Union County Human Relations Requests Nominations For Unity Achievement Awards

If you know of an individual, organization, or business that stands out from the crowd in helping others, Union County wants know about them

Union County Man Pleads Guilty To Bribing New Jersey Transit Employee

A 47-year-old New Providence man plead guilty in Newark federal court to paying bribes to a New Jersey Transit employee.

Union County Man Sentenced For Driving 17-Year-Old Prostitute To Appointment

A 22-year-old Union County man has been sentenced to 5 years in prison after he admitted to driving a 17-year-old girl to...

Evening 'One-Seat' Ride Coming To Raritan Valley Rail Line

Service Scheduled to Begin January 2015

'Letters From The Front' Memorial Ceremony Will Honor Civil War Veterans In Union County, Nov. 12

The Union County Civil War Sesquicentennial Committee invites the public to attend a free memorial ceremony honoring Civil War veterans.

Fall Clean Up Clothing Drive In Union County

Didn't Sell all those Clothes at your Yard Sale? Why not Donate them to our Girl Scout Troop?

Have You Heard Of The Teal Pumpkin Project?

While ghost and goblins are what scare many on Halloween, its what’s inside the candy that can frighten those with food allergies the most.

BREAKING: Hazmat Team Responds To Chemical Leak In Union County

Hazmat teams are responding to a ethylaluminum dichloride leak at the Philips refinery located in Linden.