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Shady Rest Golf & Country Club In Scotch Plains Becomes Historic Site
The National Park Service has designated Shady Rest, the nation's first Black-owned country club, as a historic landmark.

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The National Park Service has designated Shady Rest, the nation's first Black-owned country club, as a historic landmark.

The new director, Falyn Balassone, has prior experience working as the Director of Counseling at the South Orange-Maplewood School District.
The company plans to redevelop nine buildings on the 46-acre campus within walking distance of downtown Summit.
The 35-year-old from Fanwood was found in possession of suspected crack cocaine, heroin and a stun gun taser in Westfield, police said.
Back-to-school time is just around the corner, and Union County is looking for school supply donations.
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A new addition to Summit's downtown, Witch Baby sells a variety of bath and body products that are all vegan and cruelty-free.
The state says five Westfield contracts violate the state sick leave laws. The town, however, is rejecting the state's accusation.
Back for the fifth time, the October festival will celebrate the legacy of Charles Addams — the Westfield native behind 'The Addams Family.'
Whether you're floating in a hot air balloon or enjoying live music and food on the ground, the festival has lots to offer this year.
The Union Catholic alumni and Olympic gold medalist set a new record at the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon on Friday.
The lucky player was one of seven winners who took home $10K prizes at Friday's drawing.
Severe thunderstorms, flash flooding and strong winds are predicted for Union County Monday afternoon, according to the NWS.
The council will discuss flood mitigation, new traffic safety measures, liquor licenses and more at Tuesday night's meeting.
The 14-year-old boy drowned while swimming in the Delaware River on Sunday, according to the National Park Service.
Cranford residents should expect detours and traffic delays this week due to road work projects that are in progress.
The NJ Division of Consumer Affairs has developed Project Medicine Drop in an effort to halt the abuse and diversion of prescription drugs.
Westfield residents are invited to take a stroll with Mayor Brindle and Police Chief Battiloro on Thursday, July 28.
A heat advisory has been issued for Union County until Sunday night. Patch rounded up a list of cooling centers in the area.