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Center will offer the following vaccinations: free Tetanus, Hepatitis A and B, Pneumovax, Meningitis, Shingles, and HPV shots beginning December 8^th

The Union County Freeholders today announced the expansion of the County’s free Vaccination Center to include eligible adults over the age of 18, beginning Monday December 8^th at the clinic’s location on 40 Parker Road in Elizabeth.

The center, which had been open only for free shots for eligible children (and will continue to be open for that purpose), will now offer only the following free vaccines: Tetanus, Hepatitis A and B, Pneumovax, Meningitis, Shingles, and HPV shots for eligible adults.

“The Immunization Center was originally established by the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders in 1996 to provide immunizations to children without medical insurance, but now with a health crisis upon us, we need to expand this service to all those in need,” said Freeholder Chair Alexander Mirabella. “Our residents deserve the opportunity to have protection against illness regardless of their economic standing, and we are pleased to announce this new program.”

The vaccines will be available for those who do not have insurance; or have Medicaid A, or any insurance that does not cover routine vaccinations. To find out if you qualify, and to make an appointment, call 908-965-3627 or 3868. The clinic is open between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday.

New Schedule begins week of November 30th—Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursdays 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Due to increased demand for COVID-19 testing, the Union County Drive-in Test Center located at Kean University in Union Township will expand operations to four days a week. Starting week of November 30th, the testing site will operate on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Thursdays from 9 a.m, to 2:30 p.m.

“We are working hard to provide increased access to free COVID-19 testing to our residents,” said Freeholder Chairman, Alexander Mirabella. “We encourage residents to get tested if they have any concerns about exposure to COVID-19.”

The Union County Drive-in COVID-19 Test Center offers free three-panel swab tests that produces results for the COVID-19 virus, Influenza A, and Influenza B, all on the same swab. Kean is one of only two universities in New Jersey to serve as a location for free countywide COVID-19 testing, and it is the first in New Jersey to offer the three-panel swab test.

No doctor referral is required, but the site is accessible by car only. To make an appointment online visit Union County’s new COVID-19 website, ucnj.org/covid19, or call 908-518-4307. The Test Center is available to all Union County residents, and to first responders and front line health personnel who work in New Jersey. No symptoms or doctor referral are required to use the Test Center.

Along with the Test Center at Kean, residents can receive free COVID-19 saliva tests at one of the Mobile Unit Walk-Up events scheduled on multiple dates at various locations around Union County. No appointment is necessary for the Mobile Walk-Up events and testing is first come-first served. For an updated list of locations, residents should visit ucnj.org/walkup

For more information and updates on all Union County services and resources during the COVID-19 outbreak, including guidance for using the Drive-Through Test Center at Kean University and the Mobile Test Unit walk-up sites, visit the new Union County COVID-19 website at ucnj.org/covid19.

For general information about COVID-19 and phone contacts for 24/7 assistance with questions, visit the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.

For immediate release: November 25, 2020

Please note: this event has been rescheduled from December 5 to Sunday, December 6 due to expected inclement weather. Tickets for December 5 will be honored on December 6. For information on reserving a spot on the waiting list please read the updated press here.

Pop Music Quartet, The Company Men Present “The Holiday Show” at drive-in concert in Scotch Plains (update: rescheduled to December 6)

Union County, NJ – The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders is pleased to announce that nationally acclaimed tribute band, The Company Men, will be presenting what they are calling “The Holiday Show” in a drive-in concert at Union County Vocational-Technical School, located at 1776 Raritan Road in Scotch Plains.

The free, drive-in concert  starting at 6 PM. Tickets can be reserved now at www.ucnj.org/reserve, and are first-come, first-served.

“I cannot think of a better treat this holiday season than this concert by The Company Men,” said Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella. “This is a must-see event that is certain to delight residents of all ages.”

The Company Men, who describe themselves on their website as a “Modern Day Rat Pack,” are a nationally acclaimed vocal, pop music quartet who performs a mix of current Top 40 hits with classics of the last 60 years, with a special twist. They have appeared onstage with Mariah Carey, Billy Idol, Chaka Khan and others.

The band’s “Holiday Show” will feature classic songs such as Happy Holidays, Jingle Bell Rock, White Christmas, I’ll Be Home for Christmas, Winter Wonderland, and much more. Their performances are family-friendly and have been praised as huge hit with multi-generational crowds, according to their website.

This event will run in compliance with state COVID-19 orders, regarding social distancing and other protocols. Attendees must bring their own snacks and drinks. There will not be any food or drink available for purchase.

To help promote social distancing, no walk-ups, bikes or chairs are permitted. Vehicles will be arranged at least 6 feet apart with adequate social distancing. Port-o-johns and wash stations will be available. Masks will be required when using the port-o-johns. Attendees must stay in their vehicles (unless they need to use the port-o-johns). Those who are attending can bring their own food, and non-alcoholic drink. Alcohol is prohibited.

Further details will be available to residents upon reserving tickets. 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 25, 2020

Contact: Sebastian D’Elia, 908-527-4419

Tina Casey, 908-527-4346

 

 

Free Drive-Up Movie, “The Grinch,” in Scotch Plains on December 11

 

Union County, NJ – The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders is pleased to announce the latest in their series of free Drive-up movies, “The Grinch,” at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, December 11th, at the Union County Vocational-Technical Schools campus, 1776 Raritan Road in Scotch Plains.

 

Pre-registration is required for this event and it is open to Union County residents only.

 

“The Freeholder Board is pleased to offer this opportunity for our residents to enjoy a ‘night out at the movies’ with their families while staying safe during the COVID-19 outbreak,” said Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella.

 

This event will run in compliance with state COVID-19 orders, regarding social distancing and other protocols. Attendees must bring their own snacks and drinks. There will not be any food or drink available for purchase.

 

All drive-up movies are open to Union County residents only and require pre-registration. One registration is required per car. A registration link will be available at https://ucnj.org/reserve  beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, December 4. Due to space limitations, reservations will be available on a first come, first served basis.

 

To observe social distancing during drive-up movies, no walk-ups, bikes or chairs are permitted. Vehicles will be arranged at least 6 feet apart with adequate social distancing. Port-o-johns will be available. Masks will be required when using the port-o-johns. Attendees must stay in their vehicles (unless they need to use the port-o-johns).

 

Further details will be available to residents upon registration.

 

For more information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including guidance for the free Drive-Through Test Center at Kean University, visit ucnj.org/coronavirus-update.

 

For general information about COVID-19 and phone contacts for 24/7 assistance with questions, visit the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.

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Interested in exploring career and technical education?

The Freeholders would like you to know that Union County Vocational-Technical Schools provides all Union County 8th Grade students with the opportunity to apply to five full-time academy high schools. These award winning schools offer high-end academic coursework in combination with a unique career specialization.

To learn more, 8th grade students and parents are encouraged to register for an Information Session.

Attendance at an Information Session is a required part of the application process to these prestigious schools.

To learn more and register – visit the UCVTS Admissions website at ucvts.tec.nj.us/Page/13

We continued our mask distribution to help protect our residents against covid-19. Freeholder Chairman Al Mirabella, Freeholder Bette Jane Kowalski and Freeholder Sergio Granados joined County employees in distributing surgical masks to Berkeley Heights, Clark, Elizabeth, Fanwood, Linden, Rahway, Scotch Plains, New Providence and Winfield.
If you or someone you know needs a mask, contact your local city/town hall then coordinate how you can pick masks up.