The information provided does not represent the total scope of police activity. Individuals charged as a result of police investigations are merely an accusation. All defendants should be presumed innocent until proven guilty.

1. 08/18/2020 @ 09:13 a.m. 

North Avenue East and Springfield Avenue

Arrested: Rayshawn Martinez, 30, Rockaway NY

Arrested by: Ptl. Corey ...

CRANFORD - The Cranford Jaycees have announced that the annual Cranford Oktoberfest event will be a town-wide celebration this year.

Due to COVID-19, this year’s event looks a little different, but the beer and brats will be just as tasty. Typically held in the parking lot of Union County College, this year the Cranford Jaycees are bringing the party to you. Participants ...

CRANFORD - Registered voters in Cranford will begin to receive their vote-by-mail ballots in the coming days. 

According to the Union County Clerk's Office, ballots will be sent to registered voters in Cranford on September 15. Every registered voter in Union County will automatically receive a Vote-by-Mail ballot for the November General Election with a pre-paid ...

NEW JERSEY — Less than two months from Election Day, Gov. Phil Murphy on Tuesday said a new website will allow New Jersey residents to register to vote and track their mail-in ballot all while on the go or from the comfort of their home.

“This online form is safe and secure, and can be accessed anywhere – whether from a library computer or your smartphone,” Gov. Phil ...

CRANFORD - The Cranford Jaycees and the Union Area League of Women Voters will host the Annual Cranford Township Committee Candidates Forum on Thursday, September 24 at 8:00 p.m.

The candidates this year running for two seats on the Cranford Township Committee are Republicans Gina Black and Chrissa Stulpin, and Democrats Brian Andrews and Jason Gareis. The two incumbents, Mayor ...

TRENTON, NJ – More than half the public school districts and private schools that are working with the state on drafting their reopening plans will start the school year with a hybrid model of in-person and remote learning, officials said Wednesday.

Gov. Phil Murphy said 434 school districts will be using the hybrid model, 242 will start with all-remote instruction, 68 will utilize ...

TRENTON, NJ -- NJ Health Commissioner Judy Persichilli today, during the governor's COVID-19 press briefing, warned of a possible “twin-demic” this year during flu season and urged New Jerseyans to get their flu shots.  

“As we enter the fall season, we are also moving into the flu season. This year we are preparing for the possibility of a twin-demic,” ...

PATERSON, NJ – Joined by legislators, faith leaders, and others, Gov. Phil Murphy held a press event in Paterson to promote his "Baby Bonds" initiative that would provide a $1,000 deposit into an account for every baby born into a New Jersey household with income less than 500% of the Federal Poverty Level ($131,000 for a family of four) in 2021. The plan, which ...

TRENTON, NJ - After a review of fuel consumption statistics, the New Jersey Department of the Treasury announced on Friday that lower fuel consumption trends, caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, will result in a gas tax increase of 9.3 cents per gallon.

The Treasury Department says that the hike is needed in order to ensure compliance with a 2016 law signed by then-Gov. Chris Chistie ...

CRANFORD - Westfield's loss is Cranford's gain.

After operating the past five years at 218 East Broad Street in Westfield, Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming announced it will be moving into the former A La Mode Creamery location at 2 South Avenue East inside the Cranford Crossing.

"We truly appreciate the support we have received over the last 5 years in ...

CRANFORD - This Wednesday, Downtown Cranford and Cranford Community Connection present Taste of Cranford. 

From 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., the food stroll will feature 15 restaurants in Downtown Cranford offering small plates and refreshments ranging between $5 and $7. Participating restaurants are Ambeli, Breadsmith, Cake Artist Café, Chez Gelato, Delice Macarons, ...

CRANFORD - The Cranford Jaycees have announced that the annual Cranford Oktoberfest event will be a town-wide celebration this year.

Due to COVID-19, this year’s event looks a little different, but the beer and brats will be just as tasty. Typically held in the parking lot of Union County College, this year the Cranford Jaycees are bringing the party to you. Participants ...

CRANFORD - After an announcement from Governor Phil Murphy that restaurants in New Jersey would be allowed to partially reopen indoor dining, restaurants throughout Cranford are preparing for the change to take effect.

The new rules, which will go into effect Friday mandate among other things, a 25% capacity cap on indoor dining. The state of New Jersey had initially rolled ...

CRANFORD - Eight new confirmed cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Cranford since Monday, August 31, the Township of Cranford announced on Wednesday. Currently, there are 10 active cases. 

All eight of the new cases are residents living in the community. None are from a long-term care facility. The eight new ...

CRANFORD - The Cranford Riverwalk Committee is hosting a Riverwalk Restoration Project this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and everyone is invited to join.

According to the release, volunteers are advised to bring masks, gloves, rakes, and garden shovels. Social distancing will be enforced to ensure everyone’s safety.

“The Cranford Riverwalk has proven to be a ...

CRANFORD - The 2020 Cranford Bulk Waste Collection returns in October and extends the same price, terms, and zones as 2019.

HOW THE CLEANUP PROGRAM WORKS

A permit is required at a cost of $120.00.
The amount of material placed at the curbside cannot exceed 750 pounds per permit. More than one permit can be obtained. Registrants should have a general idea of what ...

CRANFORD - The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders have announced that the next mobile paper shredding program of 2020 for personal and confidential documents will be available on Saturday, September 12 at Union County College in Cranford.

“Union County’s mobile document shredding service helps residents fight identity theft by providing a convenient way to shred your ...