In 2024, Medicaid providers in Kenilworth submitted at least $15,333 in claims for services connected to COVID-19, using HCPCS codes acknowledged for virus-related care. Of this amount, 55.9% of billing for virus-related services occurred in 2020 and 2021, the key…

Sheriff’s Officer Joseph DeVito died in a motor vehicle accident on April 10. The Union County Sheriff’s Office mourns his loss while an investigation continues. Sheriff Peter Corvelli called DeVito a valued colleague whose absence will be deeply felt.

Saturday, April 11 will see these former Union County area high school stars in competition.

Union County has announced four new dates in April for its Aging Services Kiosk (ASK) program aimed at helping seniors and caregivers access important resources at local libraries. The initiative includes bilingual support starting this month.

The Clark Recreation Department has corrected an error regarding its upcoming Easter Egg Hunt. The event is now scheduled for Saturday, March 28, with families invited to enjoy spring activities.

Union County will hold a free self-defense class for women ages 18+ on April 22 in Scotch Plains. The course focuses on practical safety skills taught by law enforcement professionals.

Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi announced that vote-by-mail ballots for the Annual Westfield School Election will be available starting April 1. Ballots can be obtained in person at county offices or by mail if previously requested.

Union County has announced its schedule of free seasonal recycling events for April. Residents can participate in paper shredding, scrap metal collection, and hazardous waste disposal programs throughout the month.

Clark Township has announced upcoming road paving projects affecting several local streets. Temporary traffic delays and parking restrictions are expected during construction. Residents will receive additional updates as the work progresses.

Union County will host a free webinar focused on alcohol awareness and prevention efforts on April 21 as part of National Alcohol Awareness Month initiatives. The interactive session encourages public participation through anonymous questions submitted ahead of time.

In 2024, Medicaid claims for COVID-19 services in Cranford reached at least $216, representing less than 0.1% of the area’s Medicaid payments and based on HCPCS codes linked to the virus.

In 2024, Medicaid claims for COVID-19 services in Summit totaled at least $2,292, making up less than 0.1% of overall Medicaid expenditures in the area.

These former Union County area high school standouts will be competing on Friday, April 10.

In 2024, Medicaid providers in Union billed at least $288,823 for services under codes directly associated with COVID-19 care, with 50.4% of such billing occurring during the pandemic peak years of 2020 and 2021.

Union County will present Dr. Daisy Century as Phillis Wheatley at Plainfield Performing Arts Center on April 30 during National Poetry Month celebrations. The event highlights historical contributions by America’s first published African-American poet.

Medicaid claims for COVID-related services in Linden amounted to at least $530,742 in 2024, representing less than 0.1% of total Medicaid payments in the city, according to virus-specific HCPCS codes.

Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi has announced special one-stop vote-by-mail hours in Westfield ahead of the school election. Voters can apply for, complete, and submit their ballot all in one visit on April 18.

These former Union County area high school athletes are set to compete on Thursday, April 9.

These former Union County high school stars set for games on Wednesday, April 8.

For the week ending Mar. 28, the lowest reported price of midgrade gas in Union County stood at $3.71 per gallon.