One Person Killed in 3-Alarm Fire on High Street in Rahway
One person was killed after a three-alarm fire tore through an occupied residential building at 1583 High Street Monday morning, city officials confirmed.
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Union County Day of Prayer Returns Nov. 19 With Call for Peace and Solidarity
Union County’s interfaith Day of Prayer returns Nov. 19 at Calvary Lutheran Church in Cranford, promoting peace, dignity, and community unity.
Rahway Food Pantry Strains Under SNAP Suspension
The federal government may be reopened, but its impacts are expected to linger. For volunteers at a church food pantry in Rahway, the effects are clear.
Mikie Sherrill’s Win Lifts Down-Ballot Democrats Across Central Jersey
Mikie Sherrill’s decisive victory helped Democrats sweep local and county races across Central Jersey, extending their control from councils to commissions.
SNAP Benefits Expire as Local Food Banks Struggle to Keep Up
SNAP benefits expired at midnight across New Jersey, leaving 800,000 residents without aid. Local food pantries in Middlesex and Union counties report surging demand.
Irving Street Bridge in Rahway Closed for Yearlong Replacement
The Irving Street Bridge in Rahway closed Oct. 27 for a yearlong replacement project funded by the state and county. Detours are now in effect.
Rahway Firefighters Answer Unusual Call: Rescue Mission for 200-Pound Pig
Rahway firefighters rescued 200-pound pet pig Bubblicious when she couldn’t walk. The heartwarming viral rescue helped get her to the vet in time.
Tuesday Is the Last Day to Register to Vote Before Election Day
Oct. 14 is the final day to register to vote in New Jersey before the November 2025 election. Here’s how to vote before and on Election Day.
Nor’easter to Bring Heavy Rain, High Winds, and Coastal Flooding to New Jersey
The National Weather Service warns of heavy rain, 50–60 mph wind gusts, and coastal flooding as a nor’easter moves through New Jersey. State of Emergency declared Saturday night.
Tight NJ Governor’s Race Has Democrats Feeling Anxious
At a Westfield forum, progressives urged action as polls show Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli tied in NJ Governor race