Jill Pall, a local author and founder of the Aliver Foundation, is scheduled to join the Garwood Free Public Library for a reading of Pacey the Happy Heart!

The library says the event will be an interactive reading.

It is scheduled for 6:30 PM on Thursday, June 4.

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Missing Man Found Safe, Alert Canceled

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office said a missing 78-year-old man was found safe and is now with family. An alert for Gary Allen Lugeanbeal was canceled after he was located.

Garwood Pride Month Celebration Set for June 27

Garwood is inviting residents to a Pride Month Celebration at the Garwood Public Library on Saturday, June 27 at 11 a.m. The event will include story time, crafts, and snacks for all ages.

Union County Officials Mark Juneteenth Near Elizabeth City Hall

Union County Commissioner Stanley J. Neron and Commissioner Joe Signorello III joined Assemblywoman Annette Quijano and local officials for a Juneteenth celebration outside Elizabeth City Hall. The post thanked the Juneteenth Committee of Elizabeth for ending Juneteenth weekend and Father’s Day.

Garwood Summer Camp Registration Still Open

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Union, Roselle Park mark Juneteenth with Flag Raising

Union County Commissioners James Baker Jr. and Alexander Mirabella joined Roselle Park leaders at the borough’s annual Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony. Student artwork from the Roselle Park School District highlighted what freedom and unity mean to the community.

Union County celebrates UCVTS Class of 2026

Union County Commissioners Alexander Mirabella and Lourdes Leon joined the Union County Vocational-Technical Schools community to celebrate the Class of 2026. The officials thanked UCVTS Superintendent Ryan, faculty, staff, and families.

Garwood library raffle winners Rebecca and Divina honored

Garwood Free Public Library announced that Rebecca and Divina won the Library's Garwood Rocks Raffle. They guessed the correct book, The Bad Seed, and each received a $25 Visa gift card.

Garwood PTA thanks Ms. Lopes for Google Suites

The Garwood PTA said it was happy to sponsor Google Suites. The group thanked Ms. Lopes for taking on the effort and said children had fun.