Thursday: Mostly cloudy and humid, with a high of 74 and low of 63 degrees.
Friday: An afternoon shower in spots, temps: high: 83, low: 58.
Saturday: Partly sunny and not as warm, with a high of 71 and low of 52 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Kean University Awarded $500,000 NSF Grant to Advance CyberAI Education and Research (insidernj.com) — Kean University in Union has secured a $500,000 National Science Foundation grant to build new CyberAI education pathways, strengthening training in both artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. The three-year project will expand courses, research, and hands-on learning, creating career opportunities for local students and reinforcing Union's role as a growing hub for high-tech education and workforce development.
• Local Announcement: The Coffee House at JFS & JCC (patch.com) — Union County families caring for adults with memory loss can now access the Coffee House Social Day Program at two Central NJ locations, with subsidies available for qualifying county residents. Starting November 2, the program offers structured daytime activities, meals, and possible transportation, giving caregivers in and around Union vital respite and flexible scheduling options.
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🗞 Nearby News
Kenilworth
Borough of Kenilworth Announces Upcoming October Activities for Seniors (tapinto.net)
Kenilworth David Brearley High School Student Receives Prestigious AP Capstone Diploma (tapinto.net)
616 Cranford Ave, Kenilworth Boro, NJ 07033 Property for sale (corcoran.com)
Roselle Park
Union County Conference boys soccer Players of the Week for Sept. 29 (nj.com)
The Rich Experience Unveils Line Up Of Curated Events (savannahherald.com)
Westfield
Union County's Great Pumpkin Sail Returns At Echo Lake Park For 2026 (patch.com)
Westfield Among Best School Districts In NJ For 2027, Niche Says (patch.com)
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