Community Corner
🌱 How Rahway’s boys soccer stunned previously undefeated Elizabeth in overtime.
And on the Rahway Patch calendar - Lonestar
Good morning to you Rahway! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How Rahway's boys soccer stunned previously undefeated Elizabeth in overtime.
- What did candidates promise at Rahway's high-stakes congressional debate?
Also on today's calendar: Lonestar and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy and humid, with a high of 76 and low of 65 degrees.
- Friday: Warmer; an afternoon shower, temps: high: 87, low: 61. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 73 and low of 56 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• You've Heard of Rahway Toughness, Right? Boys Varsity Soccer Secures Huge Overtime Win Against Undefeated Elizabeth (tapinto.net) — Rahway High School's boys varsity soccer team thrilled home fans with an overtime win against previously undefeated Elizabeth, showcasing the grit locals love to brag about. Junior Ethan Carrillo set up Jayden Morris's golden goal, while goalkeeper Seth Santiago's 12 saves, including a penalty, anchored the victory and had Rahway supporters roaring from the sidelines. 
• Rahway debate hosts two congressional candidates (theridernews.com) — Rahway hosted a closely watched 7th District congressional debate at the Union County Performing Arts Center's Hamilton Stage, drawing students and political insiders to hear Tom Kean Jr. and Rebecca Bennett spar on issues from mental health transparency to Middle East policy. Rider University students helped run the event, gaining hands-on experience while Rahway residents heard contrasting visions on costs of living, energy, and sick leave.
📸 Around Rahway
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Rahway
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★ Featured events ★
- Lonestar →
URSB Carteret PAC, 46 Washington Street, Carteret
8:00 pm - Estate Planning: 5 Essential Things You Should Know →
Webinar - Online Presentation,
2:30 pm - 13th Annual 2026 Oktoberfest →
Union College, Cranford
5:00 pm - Spencer Savings Bank Hosts Pet Adoption Day →
680 River Dr, Elmwood Park
11:00 am - Spain's Role in America's Struggle for Independence (USA250 History Lecture Demonstrations) →
St. Peter Episcopal Church, 188 Rector St, Perth Amboy
2:30 pm - Cannabis Certified Starting October 5th! →
Raritan Valley Community College On ZOOM,
6:00 pm - Motown comes to Rahway Oct. 24 to Help Our Homeless in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union Counties. →
Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC), 1601 Irving St, Rahway
8:00 pm
Thursday October 1
Friday October 2
Saturday October 3
Sunday October 4
Monday October 5
Saturday October 24
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Other local events
- Hollow Molly - TBA! Stay tuned... →
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6:00 pm - Hollow Molly - TBA! Stay tuned... at Rahway, NJ →
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6:00 pm - I'm Not a Comedian…I'm Lenny Bruce →
UCPAC Main Stage, 1601 Irving St, Rahway
7:00 pm - NJ Big Flea Antiques Event →
The New Jersey Convention And Expo Center, 97 Sunfield Ave, Edison
4:00 pm - Virtual Support Group for People Managing Chronic Illness →
5:00 pm
Friday October 2
Sunday October 11
Wednesday October 21
📣 Rahway Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Five Below posted a job opening for Merchandise Manager in Linden. Apply here.
- Finish Line, Inc. posted a job opening for JD Store Management - Woodbridge Mall, Woodbridge, NJ in Woodbridge. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rahway here.
🗞 Nearby News
Clark
- Clark Township Passes Resolution Supporting NJ Legislative Bill to Raise Awareness of Lung Cancer Screening for First Responders and Others (tapinto.net)
- Local Event: Aim Senior Advisors Grand Opening and Networking Breakfast (patch.com)
Linden
- TAP into Linden Meet the Candidates Series (tapinto.net)
- Gottheimer urges DOJ to investigate N.J. city for antisemitic discrimination (jewishinsider.com)
- Final 2026 Shredding, Hazardous Waste Events Set For Union County (patch.com)
Westfield
- Union County's Great Pumpkin Sail Returns At Echo Lake Park For 2026 (patch.com)
- Westfield Among Best School Districts In NJ For 2027, Niche Says (patch.com)
Ok Rahway! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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