Union Township was formed in July 1813, of territory taken from the original township of Huntington. The township is divided up into four regions, Muhlenberg, Reyburn, Koonsville and Town Line. The Northwest Area High School is located in the Township. Union Township has five community churches. Recognized volunteer ambulance associations are, Sweet Valley, Hunlock Creek and Huntington Mills. Recognized volunteer fire associations are, Shickshinny, Sweet Valley, Hunlock Creek and Huntington Mills. Police protection is provided by the Pennsylvania State Police. The Township is mainly residential and agricultural. The Emergency Management Agency Coordinator is Mr. Art Johnson, who is responsible for updating lists of people who require special needs during an emergency.