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Walter Worrall's journey in the newspaper industry started in 1947, where he took on various roles including printer, advertising salesperson, and publisher. In 1968, he acquired the News-Record of Maplewood and South Orange from Gregory Hewlitt. Prior to this, Worrall had a decade of experience as a compositor and spent eight years as the sales and business manager for The Citizen of Morris County. Three years later, in 1971, he expanded his portfolio by buying the West Orange Chronicle, East Orange Record, and Orange Transcript from Charles Moreau.

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Springfield Free Public Library to temporarily close Children’s Room for renovations

2 days ago | unionnewsdaily.com | David Jablonski

This slideshow requires JavaScript. SPRINGFIELD, NJ — The Springfield Free Public Library has announced the temporary closure of its Children’s Room beginning Monday, May 19, to allow for essential ceiling, lights and HVAC system renovations. The closure is expected to last approximately three to four weeks. During this period, the Children’s Room will be inaccessible to both the public and staff.
Teen Arts Touring Exhibit to be on display at Springfield Public Library

2 days ago | unionnewsdaily.com | David Jablonski

UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners has announced that the 2025 Teen Arts Touring Exhibit has officially opened its annual tour at the Springfield Public Library, 66 Mountain Ave., Springfield. The exhibit will be on display through Monday, June 9, during the library’s regular hours. “This exhibit is a powerful reminder of the creativity and potential of our youth,” said Union County Commissioner Chairperson Lourdes M. Leon.
Multiple athletes take part in signing day at ALJ High School

3 days ago | unionnewsdaily.com | David Jablonski

This slideshow requires JavaScript. CLARK, NJ — On Wednesday, May 14, various staff members and administration at Arthur L. Johnson High School participated in a signing day ceremony to honor multiple student athletes for their years of service to Crusader Athletics and commemorate their moving on to continue their athletic and academic careers as NCAA Collegiate Athletes.
Apply to be a poll worker, earn $300 for work on Election Day

3 days ago | unionnewsdaily.com | David Jablonski

UNION COUNTY, NJ — Union County residents interested in helping voters at polling locations on Election Day this year have time to apply to become poll workers. Poll workers will earn $300 for the day, starting at 5:15 a.m. through at least 8:15 p.m., after the close of the polls. The primary election is Tuesday, June 10. Poll workers perform essential services on Election Day, by ensuring every eligible voter is afforded an opportunity to exercise their constitutional right to vote.
A well-deserved citation is awarded

4 days ago | unionnewsdaily.com | David Jablonski

CRANFORD, NJ — Tim O’Brien, a sergeant with the Cranford Police Department, was one of four Cranford police officers who received a departmental citation for successfully resolving a situation involving a barricaded, suicidal victim in September 2024. Thanks to O’Brien’s efforts, he was able to de-escalate the situation and got the man to surrender without hurting anyone, including himself.
All baton teams win beginner and advanced dance Twirl Team categories

5 days ago | unionnewsdaily.com | David Jablonski

This slideshow requires JavaScript. UNION, NJ — Diamondettes Baton and Dance LLC has had a phenomenal season, culminating with their success at the National Baton Twirling Association’s Mid-Atlantic Regional Championships 2025 on Saturday, April 26, in Emmitsburg, Maryland. “In a short amount of time, the accomplishments of this growing unique studio has been extraordinary,” said owner/director Nicole Marie Placca in a recent interview with LocalSource.
Roselle Park students to represent county at Teen Arts Exhibit

5 days ago | unionnewsdaily.com | David Jablonski

This slideshow requires JavaScript. ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Roselle Park High School has announced that seven Roselle Park High School students were nominated to represent Union County at the 2025 NJ State Teen Arts Festival in June, including Juliana Vivas, Lyrical Dance; Elissa Glebocki, Lyrical Dance; and Gabriel Freire, Hunter Heilman, Max Monto and Susie Shaw, Small Instrumental Music. This is the first time in RPHS history that we have had dance and music students nominated for the state level.
Governor Livingston baseball, for the first time, repeats as UCT champs

1 week ago | unionnewsdaily.com | JR Parachini

This slideshow requires JavaScript. UNION — How does the Governor Livingston High School baseball team sidestep the state-ranking, the undefeated record and constantly being a heavy favorite? “One game, one inning, one pitch at a time,” standout junior catcher Michael Basile said.
Summit softball comes close to capturing first county crown

1 week ago | unionnewsdaily.com | JR Parachini

UNION, NJ — Not often does the eighth seed get all the way to the championship game and then have a lead in it as it attempts to win the title. That was the case for the Summit High School Hilltoppers last week, a program that won just three games in 2023 and then, just two years later, was six innings away from capturing its first county championship.
Jazz Night grooves at local laundromat

1 week ago | unionnewsdaily.com | Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta

This slideshow requires JavaScript. KENILWORTH, NJ — A jazz band at a local laundromat is not something you see every day. It’s such a unique concept; something you’re more likely to see in the East Village, than in the small suburban town of Kenilworth. Bubbles & Baskets Laundromat is the unicorn of laundromats. To see it is to believe it. Gorgeous potted flora sits on top of state-of-the-art washing machines and dryers. The lighting is modern. There are chandeliers hanging from the ceiling.