TOP LOCAL News
By HARRIET PEARLMAN
August 12, 2025
CRANFORD, NJ - Born on August 17th, 1923 in Pennsylvania, Phyllis Loveland has witnessed some of the most transformative events in modern history, from the invention of television and the moon landing to the digital age. Despite the surrounding changes, those close to her say one thing has remained ...
CRANFORD, NJ – On August 16, the Arthur Murray Dance Center of Cranford on South Avenue will host its annual Theater Night Fundraiser, Dance Machine, benefiting The Sunshine Kids Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to children with cancer. The show will feature dance styles from ...
CRANFORD, NJ – From arts and crafts to cross-camp competitions—and plenty of ice cream—this year’s summer program was filled with laughter, new friendships, and memories in the making.Summer after summer, things change: new campers arrive, staff members come and go. But some traditions never fade.
SUMMIT, NJ — Senior homeowners in Union County affected by the recent July storms may be eligible for financial assistance through a new emergency home repair grant program announced by the Union County Board of County Commissioners.The Storm-Related Emergency Home Repair Grant Program offers up to ...
CRANFORD, N.J. — Registration is now open for one of the town’s most anticipated fall traditions: the 18th Annual Scarecrow Stroll. The event, organized by Downtown Cranford, will officially begin on Friday, October 10.Starting that day, more than 100 handcrafted scarecrows will be on display ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast of Cranford Radio compiles what's happening in Cranford.Special Relativity: The Physics of Space and Time - Friday, August 8 ⌛You don’t need to be an Einstein to appreciate this presentation by Amateur Astronomers.Drive-Thru Food (and More) Collection - ...
CRANFORD, NJ - A water main break near the intersection of North Avenue and Miln Street closed westbound traffic on Friday afternoon as repair crews worked to address the issue.According to the Cranford Police Department, officers responded to the scene after receiving reports of the break earlier ...
CRANFORD, NJ – The second half of August will spotlight local talent as Cranford’s Summer Sounds concert series continues with a trio of hometown bands.On Thursday, August 14, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Eastman Clock Plaza, catch The Mission in the Rain, a Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia Band cover ...
CRANFORD, NJ - SAVOR Snack Shop, Downtown Cranford’s place to be for gourmet goodies, is getting ready to sound the alarms for its One-Year Anniversary Celebration and the entire community is invited!On Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, SAVOR Snack Shop will host a fun anniversary ...
CLARK, NJ — When Barnes & Noble in Clark closed up shop back in 2022, bibliophiles and devoted customers were forced to make the drive over to Menlo Park Mall to satisfy all their B&N cravings. Not a terribly far drive, certainly, but also not the walking-distance commute many local ...
CRANFORD, NJ – The weather couldn’t have been better for Cranford’s annual National Night Out celebration on Tuesday, August 5. The downtown parking lot was alive with face-painted kids darting between booths and police vehicles, neighbors catching up over Italian ice, and local officials joining ...
CRANFORD, NJ – What began as a simple conversation turned into a powerful show of community spirit—and the start of an ongoing relationship between Cranford and a growing New Jersey nonprofit.The Interfaith Committee of the Cranford Clergy Council recently joined forces with Milk Money Consignment ...
CRANFORD, NJ – Cranford turned out in force Monday night to send off its history-making 10U Blue team, which will represent the Mid-Atlantic Region in the 2025 Babe Ruth Cal Ripken World Series in Vincennes, Indiana. The crowd gathered in the parking lot of 129 Dermody Street, waving signs, ...
CRANFORD, NJ – Alluem Yoga is celebrating summer and community spirit by offering not one but two free yoga classes to the public. On Friday, August 8, Alluem’s popular Rock the Street yoga class will take over Post Office Plaza from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Owner Gina Pachkowski will lead the session, ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ - A heavy police presence was seen at Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park on the morning of Saturday, Aug. 2, after reports of a body being discovered along the shoreline.According to witnesses, the south entrance to the park was closed in the morning as officers responded to the ...
CRANFORD, N.J. — Four New Jersey residents were arrested early Saturday morning, August 2, after police discovered three loaded firearms and illegal drugs during a traffic stop at Centennial Avenue and Myrtle Street.According to Cranford police, Officer Rameil King stopped a silver 2013 Ford at ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — A Perth Amboy man has been arrested and charged with Death by Auto, among other crimes and offenses, following a multi-vehicle crash involving an overturned van that killed a 71-year-old bicyclist, Police Chief Christopher Battiloro announced Monday evening.Wajih Abdul-Haqq of ...
CRANFORD, NJ — For the first time in town history, a Cranford team is heading to the Babe Ruth Cal Ripken World Series.Cranford 10U Blue will represent the Mid-Atlantic Region in the 2025 tournament held in Vincennes, Indiana, where they’ll face teams from Asia, Europe, Aruba, Mexico, Puerto Rico, ...
CRANFORD, NJ – Cranford Police Department is gearing up for one of its most beloved community events: Cranford Night Out. Set to take place on Tuesday, August 5, from 6 to 9 p.m. in Municipal Lot 1, this evening of family-friendly fun offers residents the chance to meet their local police officers ...
CRANFORD, N.J. — A 3.0 magnitude earthquake rattled parts of New Jersey and New York at approximately 10:18 p.m. Saturday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The epicenter was located in Hasbrouck Heights, N.J., in Bergen County.Tremors were reported across northern and central New Jersey, ...
CRANFORD, NJ — Downtown Cranford’s Summer Restaurant Week is back from Sunday, August 3, through Thursday, August 7, with 29 local restaurants offering special prix fixe menus priced between $22 and $55 per person. Diners can also look forward to exclusive discounts and promotions throughout the ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Today, August 1, Jimmy Buff’s, the legendary New Jersey eatery credited with inventing the Italian hot dog, is celebrating its 93rd anniversary. Now owned by Cranford resident Mike Loikith, the great-grandson of founder James “Jimmy Buff” Racioppi, the business remains a family-run ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast of Cranford Radio compiles what's happening in Cranford.What’s Up: A Down-to-Earth Sky Guide - Friday, August 1 🔭What will you find in the night sky during August? Come find out at the Sperry Observatory.Downtown Cranford Restaurant Week - August ...
CRANFORD, N.J. — Actor and comedian Adam Sandler brought more than just cameras to Cranford last week — he brought star power, charm, and plenty of selfies.Sandler, who was in town for two weeks filming a Netflix feature titled Don't Say Good Luck, spent several days greeting fans and posing for ...
CRANFORD, NJ – Owner Vinny Savinelli knew something was wrong when a customer walked into Vinny’s Pizza and Pasta on Wednesday, claiming they had been charged $10—but the transaction didn’t appear anywhere in the restaurant’s system.“I showed him the charge wasn’t in our system,” Savinelli told ...
CRANFORD, NJ — Most brothers don’t go into business together. Even fewer choose one that involves getting up close and personal with garbage cans. But for Cranford locals Micah and Victor Kamesar, what started as a messy neighborhood problem turned into a surprisingly satisfying—and modern—local ...
CRANFORD, NJ — Here comes the rain again.Cranford is under a flood watch from 2 p.m. Thursday, July 31, through Friday, August 1, at 2 p.m., according to the National Weather Service, as rain showers and more thunderstorms are possible.“Scattered to numerous instances of urban, poor drainage and ...
CRANFORD, NJ - The Cranford Historical Society is perhaps best known for its stewardship of the Crane-Phillips House Museum and its commitment to preserving the town’s rich local heritage. Yet one of its most remarkable and lesser-known resources lies tucked away upstairs at the Hanson House: the ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Atlantic Health System announced Tuesday that Morristown Medical Center and Overlook Medical Center have been named among the top three hospitals in New Jersey in U.S. News and World Report's 2025-2026 Best Hospitals rankings.Morristown Medical Center is ranked #2 and Overlook ...
CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford Board of Education has named Craig Lewis as the new assistant principal of Cranford High School, following an extensive search and interview process.Lewis was chosen after a thorough review that included multiple interviews, work sample evaluations, and comprehensive ...