FANWOOD — Councilwoman Erin McElroy-Barker decried some of the rhetoric directed at the local government by some residents in recent months, saying she is always open to “respectful discussions where we listen and we talk,” but that she is “tired of the rhetoric and the accusations that are made” ag...

SCOTCH PLAINS – The Township Council last week named Margaret Heisey as the ninth township manager—and the first woman to ever hold the position—in the five-plus decades since the Council-Manager form of government was adopted.She succeeds Al Mirabella, who retired earlier this month after 10 years ...

CLARK — Clark voters approved a $34 million bond ordinance via special election on Tuesday that will be used to fund capital improvements throughout the community’s school district without creating any additional tax burden for residents.According to unofficial results posted by the Union County Cle...

CRANFORD — Legal challenges are escalating between the Township of Cranford and its former Police Chief, Ryan Greco, a longtime veteran of the department who is now being accused of digital property theft.Last month, the Township’s Attorneys claimed via verified legal complaint that Mr. Greco, who r...

WESTFIELD — The Westfield Board of Education met Tuesday to provide updates on the progress of its recently-approved $168-million bond and to share the district’s results for students who sought alternative pathways to graduation in the 2024-25 school year. The board also welcomed Westfield High Sch...

CLARK —The Clark Council introduced a new ordinance Monday that, if approved, would prohibit the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits by retail pet stores within the township.The goal of this ordinance (25-29), township officials said, is to encourage more people to adopt pets from shelters or reputable r...

SCOTCH PLAINS – The township council on Tuesday introduced an ordinance that is aimed at easing traffic congestion on Terrill Road around Terrill Middle School during morning and afternoon hours.At the council’s business meeting, deputy mayor Matt Adams said the ordinance, which will be voted on at ...

SCOTCH PLAINS – The Recreation Commission this week discussed potential ways to expand the usage of some of the sports fields in town—specifically at Memorial Field and Farley Avenue Park—to accommodate the growing number of young people playing baseball, softball and soccer. At its monthly meeting,...

GARWOOD – During last week’s meeting of the Garwood Mayor and Council, Borough Engineer Michael Disko gave an update on current projects being worked on in Garwood. Mr. Disko first reported on the resurfacing of East Street, New Street, and Walnut Street. He stated that construction commenced on Aug...

MOUNTAINSIDE — The Mountainside Council acknowledged the accomplishments of a district little league team on Tuesday, congratulating the second- and third-graders for their recent championship win. “The team was assembled and led by Coach Giovanni Cerullo, alongside an outstanding coaching staff inc...