Please be advised, Union County Mosquito Control will be spraying for mosquitoes Thursday, June 12, 2025, between the hours of 6:00PM to 11:00PM (Weather Permitting). Check below for a list of areas to be sprayed. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Union County Office of Mosquito Control at 908-654-9834 or 908-654-9835.
Berkeley Hts. – Grant St. Area, Camptown Dr. Area
Clark – King St. Area
Fanwood – Fanwood D.P.W.
Hillside – Harvard Av., Cornell Pl., John St. Area,
Kennilworth – Dorset Dr. Area, Water Company Rd.
Linden – Tremley Pt. Area, Range Rd., Bradford Ave., Lexington Ave., Marion Ave.
Rahway – Elizabeth Av., Donald Ave. Area, Randolph Ave. Leesville Ave. Area, Midwood Dr. Area
Scotch Plains – Frank St., Country Club Ln., Raritan Rd., South Ave., North Ave. Hetfield Ave.
Springfield – Cottage Ln., Marion Ave. Area
Summit – Kent Pl., Summit Recycling Center
Union – Rahway Ave., Gifford Ct., Interlux Paint Property
Please be advised, Union County Mosquito Control will be Spraying County and City Parks Wednesday morning, June 11, 2025, between the hours of 3:00 A.M. to 7:00 A.M. (Weather Permitting). Check below for the list of Parks to be sprayed. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Union County Office of Mosquito Control at 908-654-9834 or 908-654-9835.
Please be advised, Union County Mosquito Control will be spraying for mosquitoes Thursday, June 5, 2025, between the hours of 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM (Weather Permitting). Check below for a list of areas to be sprayed. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Union County Office of Mosquito Control at 908-654-9834 or 908-654-9835.
Berkeley Hts. – Grant St. Area, Camptown Dr. Area
Clark – Kennedy Dr., Fairview Rd., Ridge Rd., Avon Rd., Byron Pl., Emerald Pl.
Fanwood – Fanwood D.P.W.
Hillside – Harvard Av., Cornell Pl., John St. Area,
Kennilworth – Michigan Ave., Dorset Dr. Area
Linden – Tremley Pt. Area, Range Rd., Bradford Ave., Lexington Ave., Marion Ave.
Plainfield – Jefferson Av. Area.
Rahway – Leesville Av. Area, Elston St. Randolph Av., Elizabeth Av., Donald Ave. Area,
Roselle – Pine St., Holly Dr., Cherry St., Birch Dr. Area, Path by RXR Tracks
Scotch Plains – Frank St., White Oak Rd., Pheasant Ln., South Ave.
Springfield – Riverside Dr., Washington Ave., Battlehill Ave., Joanne Way
Please be advised, Union County Mosquito Control will be spraying County and Town Parks Thursday morning, June 5 2025, between the hours of 3:00 A.M. to 7:00 A.M. (Weather Permitting). Check below for the list of Parks to be sprayed. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Union County Office of Mosquito Control at 908-654-9834 or 908-654-9835.
Back-to-back events in June highlight inclusivity, celebration, and community unity
The Union County Board of County Commissioners is proud to celebrate Pride Month by hosting their annual Pride Flag Raising Ceremony and the return of last year’s successful Pride 5K and Fun Color Run, two major events this June that will uplift the LGBTQ+ community and bring residents together in support of equality, visibility, and joy.
Union County will kick off the Pride Month festivities with their annual LGBTQ+ Pride Flag Raising Ceremony on Monday, June 2nd at 1:00 p.m. on the front steps of the Union County Courthouse, located at 2 Broad Street in Elizabeth. This symbolic event will feature powerful speeches from LGBTQ+ advocates and allies, Amanda Girardi, Ferlie Almonte, and Dave D’Amico.
Amanda Girardi, owner of Sweet n Fancy Emporium in Cranford, received national attention and overwhelming support after facing boycotts for proudly displaying a Pride flag. Ferlie Almonte, international speaker, author, and 2023 Ms. NJ Senior America, is known for her workshops on resilience, reinvention, and empowerment. Dave D’Amico, Chief Investigator with the Middlesex County Department of Corrections and co-chair of the NJ LGBTQ Law Enforcement Liaison Program, is a nationally recognized advocate and educator on bias crimes and LGBTQ+ inclusion in law enforcement.
The celebration continues on Saturday, June 7th, beginning at 8:00 a.m. with Union County’s second annual LGBTQ+ Pride 5K and Fun Color Run at Oak Ridge Park in Clark. Participants of all ages and backgrounds are invited to walk, run, or roll in this vibrant celebration of Pride. The 5K is professionally timed and certified, while the Fun Color Run offers a playful experience where participants are doused with eco-friendly colored powder throughout the course. An opt-out option is available during registration for those who prefer to skip the color.
Registration for the 5K is $25 per person in advance and $30 on the day of the event. The non-competitive Fun Run is $15 per person. All registrants will receive a Pride 5K T-shirt while supplies last.
Both events are designed to promote awareness and unity, while also offering fun, education, and reflection. Resource tables, family-friendly activities, and giveaways will be available at the 5K. For questions, contact Robert Charkowsky, LGBTQ Affairs Coordinator, at lgbtq@ucnj.org or by calling 908-527-4742.
Press release updated with time adjustment for flag raising
The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites residents and visitors of all ages to celebrate wildlife and learn about environmental conservation at Wild Earth Fest, hosted by the Trailside Nature and Science Center on Sunday, April 27, 2025 from 11:00am to 5:00pm, rain or shine. The event has a new location this year in Union County’s scenic 2,000-plus acre Watchung Reservation in Mountainside; the location is moving from the Trailside grounds to the Loop Area.
“Wild Earth Fest raises awareness about the importance of conservation and environmental stewardship here in the Union County community and throughout the state,” said Union County Commissioner Chairwoman Lourdes M. Leon. “This unique event combines fun activities for all ages with hands-on learning experiences that encourage a deeper appreciation for nature. Through the interactive exhibits and expert presentations, we hope to inspire a love for the environment and a commitment to protecting it.”
Admission to Wild Earth Fest is $5.00 per person for seven years and older. Children six years old and younger are free. No pre-registration is required. Pets are not permitted. Wild Earth Fest 2025 features special presentations with live music, great food, children’s activities and live animals. There will be many ongoing activities such as children’s crafts, a petting zoo, vendors and educational table displays throughout the event.
New this year, Dinosaurs Arise will bring the prehistoric world to life with thrilling, interactive experiences for young explorers! Whether your children are budding paleontologists or simply fascinated by dinosaurs, Wild Earth Fest visitors are in store for excitiFor ImmFng educational activities while having a blast. Dig into discovery to unearth fossils and meet lifelike dinosaurs that interact and playful baby dinosaur puppets.
The Lizard Guys are new to Wild Earth Fest this year with educational and entertaining live animal shows. The Lizard Guys are a group of animal enthusiasts who tour New Jersey and New York giving presentations geared for children and adults alike using live animals. Get a close up look to find out where in the world these fascinating reptiles come from and what they eat.
Event highlights include a sea creature touch tank from Jenkinson’s Aquarium, a petting zoo from Swift Farms, Trash to Treasure Recycled Art, Trailside’s outreach van with a touch table and giveaways, and an obstacle course from Child’s Play Challenge Courses with “course crusher” challenges for all ages. Sustainable, green-themed art and nature gifts will also be available for purchase.
Trailside welcomes back the electric vehicle display from the nonprofit organization, New Jersey Electrical Vehicle Association. Members of the group will share their EV experiences and answer any questions.
Wild Earth Fest includes an exciting schedule of special presentations:
Unique Creatures (11:30am & 12:30pm): Learn about some of the most interesting animals from all over the world and meet live reptiles, mammals, birds and insects up close.
Kids in Motion (12:00pm and 1:00pm): Join DJ Jo Jo Russell for interactive fun with his music and entertaining dance moves.
Live Music from NRG Acoustic Trio Band (12:00pm – 4:00pm): Enjoy their popular hits!
The Lizard Guys (1:30pm & 4:00pm): Get an up-close look at live animals and learn about the fascinating world of reptiles and more.
Trashaganza (2:00pm): Enjoy a performance by the Bash the Trash Band with musical instruments made from recycled materials. Try your hand at making instruments, and join the Trashaganza Musical Parade. Trashaganza is sponsored by Union County Clean Communities to raise awareness about the importance of Reuse, Reduce & Recycle.
Other activities include; a rock wall climb and a giant inflatable slide. Attendees are also welcome to plant a take-home flower and make a colorful Gyotaku fish print.
Vendors and exhibitors include; New Jersey Electric Vehicle Association, Toadshade Wildflower Farm, Lees Bees, Friends of the Great Swamp, Union County Bureau of Recycling & Planning, Hartshorn Arboretum, Pui and Skin, Planet B, Union County Master Gardeners, Pond Builders, 4-H Master Tree Stewards, Beadiful Bliss, Enchanted Forest, Naked Botanicals, Garden Innovations and more!
For more information about Wild Earth Fest and other upcoming programs and events at Trailside, call 908-789-3670 or visit www.ucnj.org/trailside. The Trailside Nature and Science Center is a service of the Union County Board of County Commissioners in the Union County Department of Parks and Recreation. For more recreation programs and activities visit www.ucnj.org/parks or call 908-527-4900. For quick links to all Union County environmental programs and activities supported by the Commissioner Board, visit The Green Connection, www.ucnj.org/green-connection.
Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi is reminding voters of the recent change in New Jersey’s vote-by-mail law that may affect how some residents receive their ballots.
Under the new law, voters who have not voted-by-mail in any election over the past four years will no longer automatically receive a mail-in ballot. To continue voting by mail, those voters must now request one by submitting an application.
“My office recently mailed letters to residents affected by this change,” said Clerk Rajoppi. “If you’d like to receive a mail-in ballot for the upcoming election, it’s easy to apply. Applications are available online at UnionCountyVotes.com or through the Union County Votes app.”
Clerk Rajoppi emphasized that voter registration status has not changed as a result of the law. Anyone who has voted by mail in any election since 2020 will continue to receive their ballot automatically.
“This change may impact a number of voters who have previously received a ballot automatically,” Rajoppi added. “Our goal is to ensure every eligible voter understands their options and has the opportunity to participate in the upcoming elections.”
Union County voters continue to have several options for casting their ballots:
Vote in person on Election Day
Vote in person during the early voting period
Vote by mail
For more information, voters can visit UnionCountyVotes.com, download the free Union County Votes app, or call the Elections Office at 908-527-4996.
NY CONNECTS TO UC NJ: EAST COAST GREENWAY BIKEWAY, COUNTY OF UNION, NEW JERSEY
April 9, 2025
6:00PM
Cranford Recreation and Parks Department 2nd Floor A/V Room 220 Walnut Avenue, Cranford NJ 07016
On April 9th, 2025, Union County will be hosting a public meeting presenting the East Coast Greenway Project.
The project consists of connecting the East Coast Greenway by establishing delineated bike lanes on various local roadways within Cranford, Roselle, and Elizabeth. The overall intent is to connect the Elizabeth River Trail to the East Coast Greenway via Warinanco Park.
Professionals from Union County and Pennoni Associates will be on hand to discuss route options, proposed signage/striping, and various infrastructure improvements that are proposed to provide a safe bicycle route.
All are welcomed to attend to provide feedback, gather information, and keep up to date with the latest developments in the project.
