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No threats were found after police searched the school, according to Union County officials.

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No threats were found after police searched the school, according to Union County officials.

From ballet to theater performances, the Summit Arts Festival will celebrate local artists and talents for two weeks in May.
The poet will be speaking at the library on April 19 and read from his book of poems entitled "Boneyarn."
Councilman Mark Parmalee released a statement Monday, regarding a lawsuit filed by PSE&G over an ordinance to install wireless utilities.
The house became engulfed in a matter of minutes Monday night, according to bystanders. Drivers should expect some road closures.
Gas utility work is being done on South Avenue in Cranford. Police advise residents to seek alternate routes.
The Boston Marathon returns April 18, and five Scotch Plains residents will be among the 30K participants.
Democrat Mayor Kathleen Prunty is up for re-election in a contested race this primary election. See all the candidates who filed below.
The Summit Common Council presented its proposed $64 million budget at a meeting last week. Find out how it will impact residents below:
The 17-year-old was killed in a shooting that took place in September of last year, according to Union County prosecutors.
At least 10 staff members in the arts department have been fired or reassigned at Westfield Public Schools, according to an arts coalition.
Senator Bob Menendez called for the resignation of the Union County mayor, saying his language was "vile" in a recent statement.
Senator Bob Menendez called for the resignation of Mayor Sal Bonaccorso, saying his language was "vile" in a recent statement.
Summit Police found the dead cat near Kent Place School on Saturday. Officers are currently searching for the owner.
Councilman James Boyes announced his resignation via Facebook, citing a conflict of interest regarding two redevelopment projects.
See the latest announcement from the Borough of Fanwood.
The retired drama teacher faces a thirteen-count indictment for sexually assaulting at least six male students, prosecutors said.
The retired theater teacher faces a thirteen-count indictment for sexually assaulting at least six male students, prosecutors said.
The council passed an ordinance allowing open containers of alcohol in designated areas of town amidst residents' concerns.
"I'm here today to say I've made mistakes, and I'd like to apologize for the pain I caused," Mayor Sal Bonaccorso said in his message.