Press Releases from the Office of Public Information and Communications
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September 21, 2023
Mosquito Spraying Thursday Evening, September 21, 2023
September 20, 2023
Hispanic Heritage Art Exhibit now on display in Union County’s Commissioner’s Gallery
September 20, 2023
Sample Ballots for Union County Voters are now Available
September 20, 2023
Union County Provides Assistance for Seniors Seeking Services in October
September 18, 2023
Union County Clerk Offers Notary Training Seminar
September 18, 2023
Union County to receive One Million Dollars for NY Connects to Union County NJ East Coast Greenway Bikeway Project
September 18, 2023
Mosquito Spraying - Tuesday Morning, September 19th 3am to 7am
September 18, 2023
Union County Presents “Out in Union County, NJ: Queer Empowerment Hour
September 15, 2023
POW-MIA Remembrance Day
September 14, 2023
Mosquito Spraying Thursday, September 14th 5pm to 10pm
September 13, 2023
Union County Brings Free Touch-a-Truck Event This Fall
September 12, 2023
Voter Registration Deadline for the November 7, 2023 General Election is Tuesday, October 17
September 8, 2023
Union County Pays Tribute to POW/MIA Veterans with Flag Raising Ceremony
September 7, 2023
Union County Celebrates Three Union County Schools for Outstanding Performance in U.s. News & World Report's National High School Rankings
September 6, 2023
Union County to host first ever Union County WORKS Business Summit
September 6, 2023
Union County holds Fall Fishing Derby for Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs
September 6, 2023
Mosquito Spraying Wednesday Evening, September 6th - 5pm to 10pm
September 5, 2023
Union County Honors those Lost on September 11, 2001 at 2023 Memorial Ceremony
September 5, 2023
Union County to present 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month Award recipients on September 15th
September 5, 2023
Ulrich Memorial Pool and the Wheeler Spray Park are now closed for the season
August 31, 2023
Mosquito Spraying Thursday evening, 5pm to 10pm, August 31st
August 31, 2023
Union County Announces Online HEART Grant Application Now Open to Non-profits & Individual Scholars or Artists
August 31, 2023
Union County Announces 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month Calendar of Events
August 30, 2023
Mosquito Control Spraying - Thursday Morning, August 31st - 3am to 7am
August 30, 2023
Union County Recognizes National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month this September
August 24, 2023
Union County Commissioner Alexander Mirabella Appointed to Key Leadership Positions within the National Association of Counties (NACo)
August 21, 2023
Mosquito Spraying Tuesday, August 22nd 3am to 7am
August 21, 2023
Union County's Last Concert of the Summer is Afro Dominicano at Warinanco Park
August 17, 2023
Mosquito Spraying - Thursday Evening, August 17th 7pm to Midnight
August 15, 2023
Union County Introduces Two New Performing Arts Grants for High Schools & Non-Profits
August 15, 2023
Mosquito Spraying - Wednesday, August 16th - 3am to 7am
August 11, 2023
Union County Launches Pilot Program to Provide Free Swim Lessons for Youth
August 11, 2023
Bilingual Poll Workers Needed in Union County
August 8, 2023
Union County holds 2023-2024 School Supply Drive
August 7, 2023
Apply Now for the 2024 Union County History Re-Grant Program
August 4, 2023
Union County Announces First Ever Union County WORKS Business Summit
August 3, 2023
Union County to Host Farmland Dairies Hiring Event on August 18th
August 3, 2023
Mosquito Control Spraying tonight, Thursday August 3rd - 5pm to 10pm
August 3, 2023
Union County Clerk will conduct the General and School Board Ballot Drawing Both In-Person and Livestream on Facebook, August 14
August 3, 2023
Residents Invited to Join the Master Trees Stewards of Union County
August 2, 2023
Union County Announces Opioid Settlement Funds Listening Sessions
August 2, 2023
Union County Clerk Issues Warnings on Passport Fee Scams
August 1, 2023
A Statement from the Union County Board of County Commissioners
July 31, 2023
Mosquito Control Spraying - Tuesday Morning 3am to 7am
July 28, 2023
Union County Local Arts Grant Program To Accept Applications For 2024
July 28, 2023
Union County Continues Scrap Metal Recycling Events on Thursday, August 3 and Saturday, August 19
July 28, 2023
Union County Child Seat Inspection Program Available for Residents
July 27, 2023
Union County Continues Summer Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program
July 26, 2023
Union County to Host “Paint by the Pond” for Residents with Special Needs
July 26, 2023
Union County Introduces Online Ticketing System for Spray Park and Pool Access
July 24, 2023
Mosquito Control Spraying - Tuesday, July 25th - 3am to 7am
July 21, 2023
Public Notice regarding Union County Paratransit
July 19, 2023
Learn How to Cook, Craft, Sew, and More with Union County’s 4-H Clubs
July 19, 2023
Union County Announces New Program to Address Reusable Bag Surplus
July 18, 2023
Union County Unveils New Communication Board During Disability Pride Month
July 18, 2023
Union County Provides Assistance for Seniors Seeking Services in August
July 17, 2023
Mosquito Control Spraying Tuesday, July 18th; 3am to 7am
July 13, 2023
Mosquito Spraying tonight, Thursday July 13th - 5pm to 10pm
July 10, 2023
Union County Seeking Residents to Train as Advocates for Victims of Sexual Violence
July 10, 2023
Mosquito Control Spraying - Tuesday Morning 3am to 7am
July 10, 2023
Union County Offers Free, Secure Shredding for Personal Documents in July
July 6, 2023
School Board Petition Filing Deadline is Monday, July 31
July 6, 2023
Mosquito control spraying - Thursday 5pm to 10pm
July 3, 2023
Union County Police - Accreditation Assessment Team Invites Public Comment
June 30, 2023
Mosquito Control Spraying - Monday 3am to 7am
June 29, 2023
Mosquito Control Spraying Thursday Evening - 5pm to 10pm
June 28, 2023
Union County Provides Bilingual Assistance for Seniors Seeking Services in July
June 28, 2023
Union County returns with a Summer of free Concerts in Parks
June 27, 2023
Union County’s Family Fun and Flix Outdoor Movie Series Returns
June 27, 2023
Union County Announces Summer Festival for Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs
June 26, 2023
Union County Enhances Amenities With Installation of State-of-the-art Water Filling Stations in Local Parks
June 23, 2023
Union County Continues Scrap Metal Recycling Events on Thursday, July 6 and Saturday, July 15
June 21, 2023
Union County Invites All to Pride in the Park Celebration
June 20, 2023
Union County Special Needs Night at Wheeler Spray Park begins in July
June 19, 2023
Commissioner Meeting Date Change
June 14, 2023
Union County Clerk Advises Travelers on Passport Wait Times Due to High Volume of Summer Travel
June 9, 2023
Fire Danger Rating is Very High
June 9, 2023
Union County Native Plant “Swap and Shop” on June 13
June 8, 2023
Union County to host Transportation, Logistic & Supply Chain Job Fair
June 7, 2023
Air quality index listed as hazardous for Union County
June 7, 2023
Union County Clerk Announces Unofficial Primary Election Results
June 6, 2023
The County of Union is currently under two Weather Advisories
June 6, 2023
Union County to Hold Mental Health Roundtable focusing on Children & Youth& Access to Behavioral Health Services
June 6, 2023
Union County Celebrates Juneteenth with Flag Raising & Special Movie Presentation
June 6, 2023
Union County looks for Volunteers in Ashbrook Reservation Adopt-A-Park Event
June 1, 2023
Union County to hold annual Portuguese Flag Raising Cancelled
May 30, 2023
Union County Continues Free Scrap Metal Recycling Events, June 1 and June 17
May 30, 2023
Union County Clerk Extends Office Hours for 2023 Primary Election Voters Using Mail-In Ballots
May 25, 2023
Union County Offers Free Professional Development Webinar on for Non-Profit Organizations
May 25, 2023
Union County Offers Free, Secure Shredding for Personal Documents in June
May 24, 2023
How to Keep Mosquitoes Away this Summer
May 24, 2023
Rhythm & Blues by the Brook Returns to Cedar Brook Park in Plainfield, June 3
May 24, 2023
Union County Provides Bilingual Assistance for Seniors Seeking Services in June
May 23, 2023
Moody's Sustains Union County's AAA Bond Rating
May 22, 2023
Union County Board of Elections Reminds Residents to Plan Their Vote
May 22, 2023
The Union County Women Mean Business Summit returns on June 13th
May 22, 2023
Union County to Host Interactive Zoom Event, “A New Me in 23 – Advocating for Your Self-Care”
May 22, 2023
Union County Announces 2023 Pride Month with Flag Raising & Pride In The Park Celebration
May 19, 2023
Union County Announces 2023 Municipal Infrastructure Grants Totaling $1.5 Million
May 19, 2023
Union County Hosts Native Plant “Swap and Shop” Event, June 8
May 17, 2023
Union County Voters Can View their Sample Ballots Online for the June 6 Primary Election
May 17, 2023
Union County Hosts Free Drop-Off Event for Safe Disposal of Hazardous Household Products, June 3
May 15, 2023
Union County Provides Assistance for Seniors Seeking Services in May
May 10, 2023
Union County Residents Advised on Location for Free Scrap Metal Recycling, May 20
May 9, 2023
Join a Nature Photography Workshop, May 13
May 8, 2023
“Housing with Hope” Comes to Union County Commissioner’s Gallery in May
May 8, 2023
Learn the Secrets of Birdwatching in Union County, May 20
May 4, 2023
Union County Expands “ARRIVE Together” Program for Mental Health Crisis Response
May 4, 2023
Important Updates for Union County Voters
May 3, 2023
Spring Garden Fair and Plant Sale Returns to Union County, May 21
May 3, 2023
(Event Canceled due to Inclement Weather)Union County Announces Date for Touch-a-Truck Event
May 3, 2023
Watch Four Young Peregrine Falcons Grow into the Fiercest, Fastest Birds on Earth
May 2, 2023
Union County Offers Free Scrap Metal Recycling on May 4 and May 20
May 2, 2023
May 16 is Voter Registration Deadline for the June 6 Primary Election
May 2, 2023
Union County Observes National Mental Health Awareness Month
May 2, 2023
Union County Residents Can Shred and Recycle Personal Documents Free of Charge in May
May 1, 2023
Artworks by Union County Seniors on Exhibit at Union College in Scotch Plains
April 27, 2023
Union County Means Business “The Future Of Work” Networking Breakfast & Panel Discussion Event
April 26, 2023
Union County’s Sensory Friendly Theatre Presents Princess Aurora’s Wedding, May 7
April 25, 2023
Union County offers 2023 Summer Theatre Camp Scholarships for Students in Grades 2-9
April 25, 2023
Enjoy Tree-Watching in Union County Parks
April 24, 2023
Union County Clerk Advises Voters on Vote-by-Mail Ballots for the June 6 Primary Election
April 24, 2023
Union County to Participate in Global Youth Service Day
April 20, 2023
Bilingual Poll Workers Needed in Union County
April 19, 2023
Union County to Host Sip Your Way to Financial Success Event
April 19, 2023
Union County Breaks Ground on New Roselle Public Library Renovation & Expansion Project
April 19, 2023
Union County Provides Bilingual Assistance for Seniors Seeking Services in May
April 18, 2023
Explore Union County’s Wild Earth Fest at the Trailside Nature and Science Center, April 30
April 18, 2023
Union County Offers Free, Secure Shredding for Personal Documents, April 22
April 17, 2023
Public Notice of the 2023 Budget
April 14, 2023
Celebrate National Poetry Month with Tina Kelley in Union County, April 18
April 14, 2023
Union County Clerk Advises Property Owners on Fraud Prevention
April 13, 2023
Reminder: Tickets Available for Autism Acceptance Month Event with Red Bulls
April 13, 2023
Union County Holds Public Meeting on Electric Vehicles Charging Infrastructure Study
April 13, 2023
Fire Danger Set to Very High
April 12, 2023
Multi-Media Show about Cool Creatures Comes to Union County’s Trailside Nature and Science Center, April 15
April 11, 2023
Union County Announces Changes to COVID-19 Testing Program in May and June
April 11, 2023
Union County Awards Arbor Day Poetry Contest Winners
April 11, 2023
Union County Announces Changes to COVID-19 Vaccination Program
April 7, 2023
Union County to Host First Free Expungement Clinic & Job Fair
April 5, 2023
Union County Commissioners Welcome Poet and Author Tina Kelley to Union County, April 18
April 5, 2023
Union County Awards Grants for School and Community Gardens
April 4, 2023
Union County to Host Film Ready NJ Workshop, April 14
April 3, 2023
Union County Clerk Offers Notary Training Seminar
April 3, 2023
Peregrine Falcons Start a New Family in Union County
April 3, 2023
Summer Jobs Available in the Union County Dept of Parks & Recreation
March 31, 2023
Union County Clerk Will Conduct Primary Ballot Drawing Both In-Person and Livestream on Facebook, April 6
March 29, 2023
Union County’s “Fresh Start” Program Returns, April 6
March 28, 2023
Voters Planning to Change their Party Affiliation Have Until April 12
March 27, 2023
Union County Residents Can Learn about Alcohol Misuse, April 3
March 27, 2023
Union County Launches Poll to Enlist Residents in Selecting a New County Seal
March 22, 2023
Public Notice - Fiscal Affairs Committee Special Meetings
March 22, 2023
Spring Cleaning and Recycling Tips for Union County Residents
March 21, 2023
UNION COUNTY TO RECOGNIZE AUSTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH IN APRIL
March 21, 2023
Union County Residents with Disabilities Can Apply for Help with Personal Services
March 20, 2023
Women's History Month Profile: Commissioner Vice-Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded
March 17, 2023
Spot the Remarkable American Woodcock in Union County, March 20
March 16, 2023
Union County Provides Bilingual Assistance for Seniors Seeking Services in April
March 15, 2023
Sensory Friendly “Queen of Kids’ Music” Comes to the Union County Performing Arts Center, April 2
March 15, 2023
Reminder for Westfield Residents: Register by April 4 for the Annual School Board Election
March 14, 2023
Union County Offers Free Scrap Metal Recycling Events in April
March 13, 2023
Union County Offers Free, Secure Shredding for Personal Documents
March 10, 2023
Wildlife Photography Contest Returns to Union County
March 10, 2023
The 2023 Union County Senior Citizens’ Art Exhibit is Open for Entries
March 8, 2023
Union County Division On Aging Launches Social 60+ Program
March 8, 2023
Free Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Event for Union County Residents, April 1
March 7, 2023
Bilingual Poll Workers Needed in Union County
March 7, 2023
Union County Surrogate Announces New Appointments System
March 6, 2023
Union County Clerk Awarded for Excellence in Passport Services
March 6, 2023
Works from the Westfield Art Association on Display at the Union County Commissioners Gallery
March 6, 2023
Spot the Remarkable American Woodcock in Union County’s Watchung Reservation
March 1, 2023
Viewing of “Sight Unseen” Exhibit for Union County Residents with Disabilities and Special Needs, March 24
March 1, 2023
Join the Union County Commissioners’ Literary Circle in Celebration of National Women’s History Month, and Beyond
February 28, 2023
Union County Celebrates Arbor Day 2023 with Free Trees for Schools
February 27, 2023
Springfield Voters to Receive Sample Ballots this Week
February 24, 2023
Union County Prosecutor's Office and Kean University to host Multi-agency Law Enforcement Recruitment Fair: Open to the Public
February 22, 2023
Union County Celebrates Arbor Day with Poetry Contest for Schools
February 21, 2023
Union County Commissioners Welcome NBC Anchor Jen Maxfield to Union County, March 7
February 21, 2023
Union County Provides Bilingual Assistance for Seniors Seeking Services in March
February 20, 2023
Property Tax Appeal Filing Fee Waived for Qualifying Seniors and Veterans
February 17, 2023
Union County Clerk Advises Travelers on Passport Wait Times
February 16, 2023
Diversity and Inclusion Job Fair for Union County Residents, Feb. 22
February 16, 2023
Sensory Friendly Storytime Comes to Hillside, Elizabeth and Plainfield in March
February 16, 2023
Voter Registration Deadline for Springfield Residents is Tuesday, Feb. 21
February 14, 2023
Snakes, Lizards, Birds and More: Union County Hosts Special Nature Programs over President’s Day Weekend
February 14, 2023
Vote-by-Mail Ballot Information for Springfield Voters
February 14, 2023
Union County Prosecutor's Office and Kean University announce the Law Enforcement Recruitment Fair on March 8th
February 10, 2023
Union County Conducts Annual Point-in-time Count of the Homeless Population
February 8, 2023
Notice of Job Vacancy for Health Officer
February 8, 2023
Union County Commissioners Gallery Holds Special Black History Month Exhibit in February
February 8, 2023
Trailside Nature and Science Center Summer Camp Offerings
February 3, 2023
NJ Human Services Implements $50 SNAPMinimum Benefit as SNAP Federal Emergency Allotments Set to Expire in February
February 1, 2023
Voter Registration Deadline Reminder for Springfield Residents
February 1, 2023
Location Change - Black History Month Flag Raising Ceremony
January 31, 2023
Dr. Lamont O. Repollet, Ed. D. to Receive 2023 Chester Holmes Humanitarian Award
January 26, 2023
Adopt a Union County Trail…Today!
January 25, 2023
Two Legends…One Unforgettable Night
January 24, 2023
Union County Provides Bilingual Assistance for Seniors Seeking Services
January 23, 2023
Job Seekers Invited to Meet Leading Health Care Companies at Union County Job Fair, Jan. 27
January 19, 2023
Celebrate Black History Month in Union County with Poetry and Music by Langston and Beethoven
January 19, 2023
Enjoy a Festive President’s Day Weekend in Union County with Magic, Maple Syrup, and More
January 18, 2023
Union County Allocating $2.2 Million to Organizations for Covid-19 Response
January 17, 2023
Union County Announces 2023 Recycling Schedule for Scrap Metal, Personal Documents and Household Hazardous Waste
January 17, 2023
2023 Auxiliary Police Academy (Class 26) Announcement
January 13, 2023
Union County Expands Veterans Parking Program in 2023
January 13, 2023
Union County to Hold Donation Drive for Mothers and Babies
January 12, 2023
“ASK” about Services for Seniors in Union County
January 12, 2023
Union County to Hold Healthcare Job Fair, Jan. 27
January 3, 2023
Commissioner Chairman Granados Announces “Building a Stronger Union County” Initiatives during 166th Annual Reorganization Meeting