This year . . . |
| MARCH |
| March 11, 2010 |
Recycle Unwanted Electronic Equipment
in New Providence, March 27 |
| March 11, 2010 |
Union County Schedules Adopt-A-Trail Orientation Meeting
for Potential Trail Stewards, March 27 |
| March 10, 2010 |
UNION COUNTY MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS
PARTICIPATE IN HAITI RELIEF |
| March 9, 2010 |
UNION COUNTY TO HONOR
WOMEN OF EXCELLENCE ON MARCH 26TH |
| March 8, 2010 |
Two New Union County Sheriff's Officers Sworn In |
| March 5, 2010 |
Amateur Astronomers Celebrate the Return of Saturn’s Rings
at Trailside Nature & Science Center, March 20 |
| March 5, 2010 |
BUDGET HEARING DATES ANNOUNCED FOR 2010 |
| March 5, 2010 |
Union County St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee |
| March 4, 2010 |
County of Union Shares Award for Helping
to Preserve the Cranford Canoe Club |
| March 4, 2010 |
Union County Clerk Offers Information about Birth Certificates to Native Puerto Ricans Living in Union County |
| March 4, 2010 |
Union County Offers Free Class, “Physical Activity for Mature Adults” |
| March 3, 2010 |
NYC T.V. Products at RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital |
| March 3, 2010 |
Read Across America |
| March 3, 2010 |
RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital Activities Therapy Staff Honored During National Activities Therapy Week |
| March 3, 2010 |
Union County Clerk Assists with Passports at Governor Livingston HS |
| March 2, 2010 |
County of Union Employees and Their Families
Are Invited to Exhibit Artwork |
| March 2, 2010 |
Support for Caregivers Available at
Runnells Specialized Hospital |
| March 1, 2010 |
“Take Only Pictures and Leave Only Footprints” Wildlife Photography Contest at Trailside |
| FEBRUARY |
| February 25, 2010 |
UNION COUNTY FREEHOLDER MEETING IS POSTPONED
DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER -
Regular meeting rescheduled for next Thursday, March 4th, 7 p.m. |
| February 25, 2010 |
Yoga Series on Tuesday Evenings
Continues at Trailside thru March 30 |
| February 24, 2010 |
New Group Meal Site for Plainfield Seniors
Will Open March 1 |
| February 23, 2010 |
Union County Sheriff’s Office Offers Juvenile Gang Reduction Services |
| February 23, 2010 |
Union County Clerk Continues Free Passport Photos
at Elizabeth and Westfield Offices through March; Westfield Branch Extends Saturday Office Hours |
| February 18, 2010 |
Annual Watchung Reservation Deer Management Program to Start Monday, March 1 |
| February 18, 2010 |
Ice Skating, Volleyball, Swimming, and Exercise Programs Are Available in Union County for People with Disabilities |
| February 18, 2010 |
Italian Cooking Class Offered, March 1, through Trailside Nature & Science Center |
| February 18, 2010 |
Union County Residents May Be Eligible for Help with Utility Bills |
| February 17, 2010 |
A Day in Government |
| February 17, 2010 |
February Is Heart Awareness Month |
| February 17, 2010 |
Union County Authorizes U.S. Department of Agriculture to Manage Canada Geese |
| February 16, 2010 |
Budget-friendly sale…
Jewels N’ More
at RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital |
| February 16, 2010 |
COUNTY MANAGER APPOINTS 25-YEAR LAW ENFORCEMENT VETERAN AS PUBLIC SAFETY DIRECTOR |
| February 16, 2010 |
Discount Rain Barrels on Sale by Union County 4-H Teen Council |
| February 16, 2010 |
Fanwood Presbyterian Church Group
Donates Bags for Wheelchairs & Walkers
to
Runnells Specialized Hospital |
| February 16, 2010 |
February 25th - Cellular Phone & iPod Accessories Sale -
at Runnells SpecializedHospital |
| February 16, 2010 |
The Annual Spirit of Giving was Celebrated
at Runnells Specialized Hospital |
| February 11, 2010 |
Follow Union County on Twitter |
| February 11, 2010 |
UNION COUNTY ANNOUNCES
2010 RESURFACING PROJECTS |
| February 11, 2010 |
Union County Teen Arts Exhibit on Display
at Les Malamut Gallery in Union thru March 12 |
| February 9, 2010 |
Sheriff's Officers Promoted to Detectives |
| February 9, 2010 |
Union County Schedules Adopt-A-Trail Orientation Meeting
for Potential Trail Stewards, Feb. 27 |
| February 8, 2010 |
March 26th is Casino Night
for the RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital Foundation |
| February 8, 2010 |
UNION COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
NAMES NEW DEPUTY COORDINATOR |
| February 5, 2010 |
New and Used Riding Clothes Will Be on Sale at Watchung Stable in Mountainside, March 6 |
| February 3, 2010 |
Photographs by Jim Occi of Cranford Are on Exhibit at Pearl Street Gallery |
| February 3, 2010 |
Support for Caregivers Available at
Runnells Specialized Hospital |
| February 2, 2010 |
Details Announced for Deer Management Program
in the Ash Brook Reservation |
| February 2, 2010 |
Union County's Adopt-A-Park Program |
| February 2, 2010 |
Volunteers Needed for Teen Arts Festival, March 18-19 |
| February 1, 2010 |
Enjoy “February Festivities” at Trailside, Feb. 12-16 |
| JANUARY |
| January 29, 2010 |
FREE CLASS SHOWS FUN WAYS TO EAT FRUITS AND VEGETABLES |
| January 29, 2010 |
Student Athletes from Rahway, Scotch Plains, Union, and Westfield Will Be Honored at Union County Hot Stove Awards Dinner, Feb. 14
Guest Speaker: Dale Berra of the New York Yankees |
| January 29, 2010 |
Union County Extension Offers Guide for Getting “Health and Wealth” on Track |
| January 29, 2010 |
Union County Sheriff’s Officers, U.S. Marshals Arrest Wanted Abdullah Associate |
| January 22, 2010 |
Clinics about Horses Are Offered at Watchung Stable |
| January 22, 2010 |
Union County 4-H Meets Union County K-9 |
| January 22, 2010 |
UNION COUNTY BECOMES THIRD COUNTY TO PARTICIPATE IN STATEWIDE POLICE DATA EXCHANGE PROGRAM |
| January 22, 2010 |
Union County Clerk Offers Free Passport Photos at Elizabeth and Westfield Offices through February; Westfield Branch Has Evening and Saturday Office Hours |
| January 22, 2010 |
Union County Shares in Green Jobs Grant of Almost $5 Million
from U.S. Department of Labor
Union County selected as lead grant distribution partner for New Jersey |
| January 21, 2010 |
Evening Gentle Yoga Series at Trailside Begins Feb. 9 |
| January 21, 2010 |
Register for Summer Fun at Trailside:
Lottery Drawing for Registration Begins Feb. 6 |
| January 19, 2010 |
2010 Union County St. Patrick's Day Parade |
| January 15, 2010 |
Beginners Are Encouraged to Learn Horseback Riding
With Union County’s Watchung Mounted Troop |
| January 15, 2010 |
“Negro League Baseball at Yankee Stadium” Is the Topic of
Black History Month Program at Union County College, Feb. 4 |
| January 15, 2010 |
RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital Volunteers Guild features a Uniform Sale – January 28th |
| January 15, 2010 |
Runnells Specialized Hospital Volunteers Guild
Vendor Sales For 2010 |
| January 15, 2010 |
Valentine’s Day Special – February 11th
Fine Jewelry
at RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital |
| January 13, 2010 |
Umpires Can Earn More in 2010: Classes for New Softball Umpires Begin Feb. 16 |
| January 13, 2010 |
Westfield Community Players Celebrate 75 Years |
| January 12, 2010 |
First Children School Art Exhibit at Freeholders Gallery |
| January 11, 2010 |
UNION COUNTY FORECLOSURE TASKFORCE TO HOLD PRACTITIONERS’ CONFERENCE, JAN 14TH - Professionals will come together to share ideas to help residents and tenants facing foreclosure |
| January 8, 2010 |
All Union County Residents Invited to Join “Small Steps to Health and Wealth™ Online Challenge” |
| January 8, 2010 |
Boy Scouts Help Grow Vegetables for Community Kitchens |
| January 7, 2010 |
"Concert for Keys" |
| January 6, 2010 |
How to Enjoy a Balanced Diet on a Balanced Budget
Union County offers free class on nutrition and smart shopping |
| January 6, 2010 |
Union County Baseball Hall of Fame Gains Four New Members, Feb. 14
Guest Speaker: Dale Berra of the New York Yankees |
| January 5, 2010 |
Non-Profit Groups Are Invited to a Networking Meeting Sponsored by Union County; Deadline to Register is Jan. 22 |
| January 5, 2010 |
Union County Teen Arts Exhibit on Display at Plainfield Library |
| January 4, 2010 |
Freeholder Mirabella Begins New Term |
| January 4, 2010 |
Freeholder Mohamed Jalloh Sworn In as Freeholder |
| January 4, 2010 |
Surrogate LaCorte Begins New Term |
| January 3, 2010 |
FREEHOLDER CHAIRMAN SULLIVAN ANNOUNCES INITIATIVES
DURING 153rd ANNUAL REORGANIZATION TITLED:
“HELPING PEOPLE, MOVING UNION COUNTY FORWARD”
Freeholders Mirabella, Scanlon, and Surrogate LaCorte Begin New Terms
Freeholder Jalloh Begins First Term |
| January 3, 2010 |
Union County Freeholder Chairman Daniel Sullivan |
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| DECEMBER |
| December 31, 2009 |
County Clerk ID Card Discontinued; Union County Offers Free Passport Photos |
| December 28, 2009 |
UNION COUNTY GOVERNMENT HOSTS 153rd ANNUAL REORGANIZATION
ON SUNDAY, JAN. 3rd, NOON |
| December 24, 2009 |
The holidays are celebrated at RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital |
| December 23, 2009 |
Free 45-minute Watershed Presentation Offered
by Union County and the AmeriCorps Program |
| December 23, 2009 |
Union County Sheriff's Officers Promoted |
| December 23, 2009 |
Weapons Seizures |
| December 22, 2009 |
Freeholders Honor Fanwood's Donna Dolce |
| December 22, 2009 |
Union County Becomes First to Support Statewide Marriage Equality |
| December 18, 2009 |
Freeholder Chester Holmes |
| December 16, 2009 |
Union County Clerk Offers Free 2010 Wall Calendar
That Celebrates Union County Residents Who Served in Congress |
| December 15, 2009 |
MIRABELLA AND SULLIVAN RECOMMEND SALARY FREEZE FOR MANAGEMENT,
ELECTED OFFICIALS AND NON-CONTRACTUAL EMPLOYEES |
| December 15, 2009 |
Thanks for "Tree of Hope" Donations |
| December 14, 2009 |
Paintings by Clementina Hechevarria of Garwood on Exhibit at Pearl Street Gallery |
| December 14, 2009 |
Safety First for New and Donated Toys |
| December 9, 2009 |
Internet Safety Tips for the Holidays |
| December 9, 2009 |
Support for Caregivers Available at
Runnells Specialized Hospital |
| December 9, 2009 |
“Turkey Bowl” at Warinanco Rink Was a Thanksgiving Treat |
| December 8, 2009 |
Union County Has Chosen a Holiday Tree - White Fir from Mountainside Will Adorn Courthouse Rotunda |
| December 7, 2009 |
County College Men's Soccer Team Wins National Championship |
| December 7, 2009 |
Honoring Bill Smith of Roselle Park |
| December 7, 2009 |
Nature Craft Show and Holiday Lights Celebration |
| December 7, 2009 |
Union County Sheriff’s Officers Rescue, Arrest Suspect Hanging from 5th Floor Window |
| December 3, 2009 |
53rd ANNUAL UNION COUNTY CHRISTMAS CAROL SING-ALONG |
| December 3, 2009 |
Enjoy Ice Skating with Santa Claus
at Warinanco Skating Center, Dec. 19-20 |
| December 2, 2009 |
H1N1 Vaccination Clinics Posted on Union County Website |
| December 2, 2009 |
Union County Hosts Free Artists-In-Education Workshops, Dec. 16 |
| NOVEMBER |
| November 30, 2009 |
”The Haunting of Runnells Specialized Hospital” … good Halloween fun |
| November 25, 2009 |
Hockey Tournament Begins Dec. 7
at Warinanco Park Ice Skating Rink |
| November 25, 2009 |
Meet Live Wildlife Babies at Trailside on Dec. 9 |
| November 24, 2009 |
Union County 4-H Sewing Club Seeks Used Machines for Charity |
| November 24, 2009 |
Union County Teen Arts Exhibit on Display at Freeholders Gallery |
| November 23, 2009 |
Shop for Gifts with a Nature Theme at Trailside, Dec. 6:
Craft Show includes Celebration of Lights, Charity Drive & Santa |
| November 20, 2009 |
Union County Man to Lead Statewide Agency Helping the Disabled |
| November 19, 2009 |
Educators Go WILD at Trailside Teacher-Training Workshop, Dec. 3 |
| November 19, 2009 |
Registration for Hockey Clinics and Group Skating Lessons Begins Dec. 3 at Warinanco Ice Skating Center |
| November 19, 2009 |
Thanksgiving Broom Bowl Challenge
at Warinanco Ice Skating Center, Nov. 28 |
| November 17, 2009 |
NEW ID’s FOR UNION COUNTY TREES |
| November 17, 2009 |
Union County Sheriff’s Officers Seek “Tree of Hope” Donations for Kids in Need |
| November 16, 2009 |
RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital Volunteers Guild presents
Joe The Toy Man - December 3rd |
| November 13, 2009 |
“Kilimanjaro Rocks” |
| November 13, 2009 |
Union County Adds Five Acres of Open Space |
| November 13, 2009 |
Union County Establishes Homeless Prevention Trust Fund |
| November 13, 2009 |
United States Census 2010 |
| November 9, 2009 |
All Aboard for the Best Holiday Train Show in Union County |
| November 6, 2009 |
Plainfield Artist Lydia R. Watson Featured at the Pearl St. Gallery in Elizabeth |
| November 5, 2009 |
Trailside Offers Lecture on the Jersey Devil, Nov. 19 |
| OCTOBER |
| October 30, 2009 |
Union County Municipalities to Share $1.3 Million for Children’s Recreation
Matching grants for field improvements, equipment, and more |
| October 29, 2009 |
Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey (COANJ) |
| October 29, 2009 |
UNION COUNT JOINS WITH STATE OFFICIALS TO FIND VETERANS QUALIFIED FOR SERVICE AWARDS - County Veteran’s Office Locates 60 Honorees who received medals at ceremony |
| October 29, 2009 |
Union County Schools “Adopt” Local Food Pantries
Union County Department of Human Services coordinates countywide effort |
| October 27, 2009 |
2009 Kids Recreation Trust Fund |
| October 27, 2009 |
Apply for Passports Now to Avoid Holiday Travel Snags:
County Clerk’s Offices in Westfield & Elizabeth Have Convenient Hours |
| October 27, 2009 |
UNION COUNTY TO JOIN STATEWIDE EFFORT
TO COLLECT UNWANTED AND UNUSED MEDICATIONS
“Operation Medicine Cabinet” will take place November 14th at various Police Departments |
| October 26, 2009 |
2ND ANNUAL ADOPTION DAY SET FOR
UNION COUNTY COURTHOUSE, NOV. 20TH |
| October 26, 2009 |
Workshop at Liberty Hall Museum Will Explain
How to Care for Historical Documents, Nov. 4 |
| October 23, 2009 |
“Project Learning Tree” Teacher-Training Workshop
at Trailside Nature & Science Center, Nov. 5 |
| October 22, 2009 |
Community Access Unlimited's 30th Anniversary |
| October 22, 2009 |
Enjoy Friday Night Hay Rides and Campfire Songs at Trailside Nature & Science Center, Nov. 6 |
| October 22, 2009 |
New Union County One-Stop Career Center Opens in Elizabeth |
| October 22, 2009 |
Union County Completes Make-Over at Mattano Park |
| October 21, 2009 |
Recycle Electronic Equipment and Shred Unwanted Personal Documents in Kenilworth,
Nov. 7 |
| October 21, 2009 |
“Vote By Mail” Response Prompts Union County Clerk to Extend Office Hours
before Nov. 3 Election |
| October 20, 2009 |
Dedication of the Yvonne Holley Garden Estates in Roselle |
| October 19, 2009 |
GALLOPING HILL DRIVING RANGE AND NEW LEARNING CENTER OPEN
Key to renewal of golf division operations |
| October 19, 2009 |
Union County Donates Children's Books About Recycling |
| October 19, 2009 |
Union County Seniors Can Call the Division on Aging for Information about Benefits |
| October 16, 2009 |
Freeholders Honor Union County Emergency Response Team |
| October 16, 2009 |
Model Railroad Club Announces 2009 Holiday Show |
| October 16, 2009 |
Red Ribbon Day |
| October 16, 2009 |
“Simple Treasures” are on Sale
at Runnells Specialized Hospital November 19th |
| October 16, 2009 |
Union County Juvenile Expediting Team Honored |
| October 16, 2009 |
Union County Marks Red Ribbon Day |
| October 15, 2009 |
Children’s Books Make Recycling Lively and Fun
Union County provides free books to libraries, elementary schools |
| October 15, 2009 |
Deserted Village Is Perfect for Haunted Hayrides, Oct. 22-24 |
| October 15, 2009 |
Registration for Hockey Clinics and Group Skating Lessons
Begins Oct. 22 at Warinanco Ice Skating Center |
| October 15, 2009 |
Union County Freeholders
Advance Renewable Energy Program
School Boards, Municipal Governments will be asked
to participate throughout Union County |
| October 15, 2009 |
Union County Magnet High School PSA to Host HOLIDAY 2009 SILENT AUCTION, Dec. 4 |
| October 14, 2009 |
Free Union County Conference Provides Guidance for Caregivers
Information of special interest to caregivers for seniors |
| October 14, 2009 |
UNION COUNTY TO EXPLORE REVENUE PLAN
INVOLVING UNION COUNTY RESOURCE RECOVERY FACILITY
Exploration of sale or extended lease
could provide tax relief
and continue low disposal costs to public |
| October 14, 2009 |
Union County to Preview New Driving Range and
Golf Learning Center at Galloping Hill Golf Course |
| October 13, 2009 |
Celebrating Columbus Day |
| October 13, 2009 |
Elizabethtown Gas Opens New Customer Care Call Center in Union |
| October 13, 2009 |
Gardening Therapy Enriches Seniors and People with Special Needs
Statewide horticultural therapy conference set for October 28 |
| October 13, 2009 |
Learn How to Eat Healthy Foods on the Run |
| October 13, 2009 |
UNION COUNTY AND UNICO DISTRICT X HOLD FIRST ANNUAL COLUMBUS DAY
FLAG RAISING CEREMONY AT HISTORIC COURTHOUSE IN ELIZABETH |
| October 8, 2009 |
“Topical Solutions” on Sale at Runnells Specialized Hospital November 5th |
| October 8, 2009 |
Union County Agencies Conduct Tabletop Exercise To Prepare for H1N1 Influenza |
| October 8, 2009 |
Union County Child Safety Seat Inspection Program's New Location |
| October 7, 2009 |
NOMINATE YOUR UNION COUNTY “WOMEN OF EXCELLENCE” |
| October 7, 2009 |
Warinanco Ice Skating Center Opens for the Season, Oct. 17 |
| October 6, 2009 |
Ghost of Deserted Village Founder to Lead Tours during “Four Centuries in a Weekend”, Oct. 17-18 |
| October 6, 2009 |
Reeves-Reed Arboretum Celebrates Founders Day |
| October 5, 2009 |
Honoring Dee O'Brien of Fanwood |
| October 5, 2009 |
Rock, Mineral & Gem Show at Trailside, Oct. 17 |
| October 2, 2009 |
COUNTY OF UNION HOLDS FIRST COLUMBUS DAY FLAG RAISING EVENT
Saturday, October 10th, 9 a.m. at steps of County Courthouse
Speakers include former Governor Don DiFrancesco,
UNICO National President Andre’ DiMino, Freeholder Chairman Al Mirabella and Surrogate Jim LaCorte among others |
| October 2, 2009 |
Crafters & Artisans Wanted for 26th Annual Nature Craft Show at Trailside, Dec. 6 |
| October 2, 2009 |
Elizabeth I. Kellogg Union County College Building Opens |
| October 2, 2009 |
Sheriff Ralph Froehlich Speaks about Firearm Safety Awareness |
| October 2, 2009 |
Union County Website Offers Details on Federal Stimulus Funds |
| October 1, 2009 |
Union County Clerk Extends Office Hours for “Vote By Mail” Applications |
