Boating in New Jersey – Where to Begin

Get your NJ Boat Safety Certificate with a NASBLA Certified Provider: Boat Safe US!

Wild Earth Fest 2025 Celebrates Wildlife In Watchung Reservation Loop

Event highlights include a sea creature touch tank from Jenkinson’s Aquarium, a petting zoo from Swift Farms, Trash to Treasure Recycled Art

Westfield Runners To Race In 2025 Boston Marathon

Check out how and when to watch live as Westfield runners take on the 2025 Boston Marathon 26.2-mile race on Monday.

Boating in NJ – Safety Tips, Know Before You Go

Be Prepared & Have Fun! Boating Safety Tips on ECOS, Weather, Speed and BUI

NJ American Water To Resume Using Chloramines In Water In Union County

NJ American Water will complete its scheduled routine maintenance during the week of April 21 and resume using chloramines in treatment.

Netflix Film Production Activity To Impact Traffic In Westfield

Westfield Police sent out an alert about road closures due to filming taking place this week at a home on East Dudley Avenue.

Boating Safety: Fire Extinguishers and Fire Prevention

How to prepare for, prevent and extinguish a fire on your boat

Autism Awareness Family Day Hosted By Westfield Police

The event held on April 26 is open to Westfield residents on the autism spectrum and their families.

Union County's Free Recycling Events Continue In April

The events include a Paper Shredding Event, Scrap Metal Recycling, and Hazardous Waste Disposal.

Sample Ballots For Westfield School Board Election Now Available

Voters are encouraged to review the sample ballot in advance to familiarize themselves with the candidates and questions.

Union County Kicks Off 250th Anniversary Of The American Revolution With Awareness Walk & Special Initiatives

This event will recognize the anniversary of the Battle of Lexington and Concord, known as the "Shot Heard 'Round the World."

New Memorial Park Playground Celebrated With Ribbon Cutting

The Town undertook the roughly $660,000 replacement of Memorial Playground to make it fully ADA-compliant and accessible to all.

Operating a Personal Watercraft in New Jersey - Get the FAQs!

Operating a PWC / Jet Ski / Sea-Doo / Wave Runner in NJ Get your NJ Boat Safety Certificate with Boat Safe US!

Boating Safety – How to Avoid Hypothermia

How to Avoid, Fight and Treat Hypothermia

Seven New Study Rooms to open at Westfield Memorial Library March 31

The Library Board of Trustees recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the library's new study rooms, which seat four to eight people.

Westfield Area Y Men's Club Donates $20,000 to YMCA

Contribution Will Support Key Programs at the Westfield Area YMCA

Boating in NJ: NJ Boat Safety Certificate vs NJ Boat License

Learn the Difference between a Boat Safety Certificate and a Boat License Get your NJ Boat Safety Certificate Now and Be Ready for Summer!

Boating Checklist: Be Ready for Boating Season!

Prepare now to save time this summer and get out on the water! Boat Safety Certificate, Boat License, Boat Equipment Prep

$5.5 Million Pick-6 Jackpot Won In Union County

Thursday’s Pick-6 win is New Jersey’s second-highest prize of 2025.

Westfield Looks To Redesign Tamaques Park

The plan potentially could include more parking, fields, pickleball courts, walking trails, a permanent ice rink, and more.

Boating in NJ – Registering Your Boat in New Jersey

Learn about titling and registering your vessel in NJ

Rotary Club Of Westfield Offers Community Service Grants

Applications are open to local non-profit organizations.

These Lantern Hill One-Bedroom Homes Offer Everything You Need

Residents can rent a Guest Suite for visiting out-of-town guests, rather than reserving a floor plan with a second bedroom.

Boating Safety – Kids Onboard

Prioritize safety for fun on the water

$253K Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot Won In Union County

The winning ticket was purchased at ShopRite in Linden.

Boating in NJ: Vessel Safety Inspection & Maintenance

15 minutes could save lives. Get a vessel safety check. Take advantage of this free service & stay safe on the water!

Phone Scam Impersonating Law Enforcement, Union County Sheriff’s Office Warns

The Union County Sheriff's Office (UCSO) is warning residents about an ongoing phone scam in which scammers impersonate law enforcement.

Westfield Area YMCA to Host 20th Annual Golf Classic

Proceeds Benefit the Strong Kids+ Annual Support Campaign; Golfers, Sponsorships, and Auction Items Needed

Cranford YMCA Celebrates First Anniversary

Week-Long Community Festivities Honor a Year of Growth and Connection

Rotary Club Of Westfield Holds Successful Breakfast With The Bands

The breakfast featured jazz ensembles and musicians from Roosevelt, Edison and Westfield High School.

New Jersey Boating FAQs

Get answers to your boating questions!

$1.5M Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot Lottery Ticket Sold In Union County

This is the game's second-highest jackpot of the year, said lottery officials.

Daughter Running Boston Marathon For Westfield Mom Battling Cancer

"She is the smartest, most beautiful, and most hardworking person I know," said Emma Phillips of her mom. "I would be lost without her."

Union County Launches County-Wide Sustainable Textile Recycling Program

This initiative aims to reduce waste, support environmental sustainability, and provide residents with a way to recycle unwanted clothing.

​Lantern Hill Priority List Members Plan with Confidence

Perk of the Priority List is the chance to sign up for Live the Life, an overnight experience in a furnished guest suite on campus.

Westfield Library and Clergy Association Initiate Interfaith Book Club

The two organizations team up to start an Interfaith Book Club that brings people of different faiths together to read and discuss books.

Echo Lake Dog Park To Close Temporarily In Union County

The dog park will be closed for the installation of a new shade structure.

Boating in NJ - Choose a NASBLA-Approved Boating Course

Learn the importance of being NASBLA Certified

Union County Commissioner's Gallery Exhibits Artwork For Black History Month

The gallery includes artwork from three local artists, Mansa Mussa, Brian Branch Price, and Lydia Watson.

'February Festivities' Returns To Trailside With Magic, Maple Sugaring, And More

Families can visit Union County's Trailside Nature and Science Center in Mountains for a winter series of indoor and outdoor programs.