TOP LOCAL News
By DINAH DUNN
April 16, 2025
CRANFORD, NJ - Since 1950, the Floraphile Garden Club has been an active and integral part of the Cranford community. To celebrate, they are hosting an event at the First Presbyterian Church of Cranford on April 27th. “This is our first Blossom & Brew Tea Party, and we have already sold out!” ...
CRANFORD, NJ - The Madd Ox Foundation is hosting their first annual 5K Run, dedicated to raising awareness and support for families affected by stillbirth. The event is on April 26 from 9:00-12:00 p.m. at Nomahegan Park in Cranford. “We are looking forward to coming together in solidarity and ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Congratulations to last week's Cranford High School Athletes of the Week, Josh Ketschke and Alex McCoy.Ketschke, a senior on the track and field team, delivered an impressive performance in the 400 hurdles at Westfield, finishing in 59 seconds and taking first place. McCoy, a senior ...
CRANFORD, NJ – The fifth annual Cranford Film Festival will showcase selected short films by rising and established filmmakers at the Cranford Theater on Saturday, April 26. Filmmakers and enthusiasts alike are invited to participate in an evening celebrating the best and most creative voices in ...
Downtown Cranford has started a new spotlight series called “Live Like a Local," They are asking residents to let them know which businesses they frequent in town, their favorite downtown events, where they shop and why they feel it's important to support local. The first resident selected to be ...
CRANFORD, N.J. — Downtown Cranford will come alive with an evening of sipping and shopping on Friday, May 9, as the Cranford Woman’s Club and Downtown Cranford team up to host the annual Sip & Shop event.Tickets are $40 and include a coupon booklet, four drink tickets for the wine tent, snacks, ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Frank Vito, a social studies teacher at Cranford High School (CHS), is currently a quarterfinalist in the nationwide America’s Favorite Teacher competition. If he wins, he will get $25,000, a feature in Reader's Digest, a trip to Hawaii, and a school assembly with Bill Nye, the ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast of Cranford Radio compiles what's happening in Cranford.Play by Former Cranford Resident To Debut in NYC 👬John Patterson felt the call to the stage at a young age. Next week his most recent play will make its debut in an off-off Broadway theater in the ...
CRANFORD, NJ- For the first time, live music is coming to the Cranford Theater in the form of FLUID, which features world-renowned musicians Chris Crocco, Kenny Brooks, Ross Pederson and Sean Conly. The performance, which is on May 1 at 6:30 p.m., is followed by an opportunity to meet these master ...
CRANFORD, NJ - At approximately 12:00 p.m. this afternoon, a vehicle crashed into the RE/MAX First Realty building on North Avenue E. near the corner of Elizabeth Avenue.Cranford Police and Fire responded quickly. CBS News Chopper 2 was also seen flying over the scene of the crash and shared this ...
CRANFORD, NJ — Road paving, senior outreach, recycling and summer programming were among the topics discussed at the latest Cranford Township Committee meeting, offering residents updates on a wide range of community initiatives.The meeting, held on April 2, included reports from commissioners on ...
CRANFORD, NJ —Current Mayor Dr. Terrence Curran and longtime civic leader and current Commissioner Kathleen Miller Prunty have announced their bids for reelection to the Cranford Township Committee, pledging to continue their focus on public service and the continued progress of the ...
CRANFORD, NJ – When the Cranford boys lacrosse team faced Old Bridge on April 1, senior Ryan Gregersen had a great game. The midfield attack scored 3 goals for 5 points and had 2 assists, helping the team to a decisive 9-1 victory. During that game, #15 also reached a milestone. “Ryan has joined ...
CRANFORD, NJ – In 2024, Cranford Township was awarded a $2.7 million grant from the State of New Jersey for the public plazas portion of the potential Streetscape Project, which would increase outdoor space downtown near Eastman Plaza and Post Office Plaza. If approved, this project would be the ...
The Cranford High School Athletic Department congratulate the following seniors on being selected to represent Cranford High School as the 2025 Student Athletes.The New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association Scholar Athlete Award is presented to Ellie Semple. The Union County ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ – Ellen Young, a teacher at School One in Scotch Plains and resident of Maplewood, is hosting the third annual Run for Casey 5K Run/Walk at Nomahegan Park (1033 Springfield Ave., Cranford) on Saturday, May 3, 2025.This event raises money for the Sudden Unexplained Death in ...
TRENTON, NJ — New Jerseyans soon might have an incentive to forget about their plastic reusable shopping totes, as some lawmakers are pushing for a return to paper bags in grocery stores.The state in 2022 banned paper and single-use plastic bags at large retailers in a step to combat climate ...
The Sante Fe salad with grilled chicken at Salad-Ology has been making waves among salad lovers, offering a hearty and flavorful option packed with fresh ingredients.The salad starts with a bed of crisp mixed greens, topped with juicy tomatoes, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and sharp red onions.
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ— A few months after the Echo Lake Dog Park in Mountainside reopened, the park is yet again closed, dampening plans for doggy play dates. The Echo Lake Dog Park closed on April 14 for a “necessary re-seeding of the turf” which is anticipated to take six to eight weeks, a notice on ...
CRANFORD, NJ - More than 30 members of the Cranford Jaycees are gearing up to hide 10,000 eggs and collect food donations for Cranford Family Care at their annual egg hunt at Orange Avenue School (OAS) next Saturday, April 12. The event begins at 10:00 a.m. sharp. “We call this the fastest five ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast of Cranford Radio compiles what's happening in Cranford, beginning with her podcast:UCNJ Finalist for Aspen Prize 🏆Union College of Union County is one of ten finalists hoping to take home the Aspen Prize this month. When you consider there are over ...
CRANFORD, NJ – When the Broadway revival of Chicago offered tickets to TAPinto Cranford, I jumped at the chance to go. Having just performed the show at my high school a couple of weeks before, I was excited to see how the production would come to life at the Ambassador Theater. I went with high ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Congratulations to Cranford High School's Performing Artist of the Week, Sienna Griffin. She is being recognized for her outstanding achievements in the performing arts. Griffin is a junior dance ensemble student in the CTE program. She performed in three works at the Teen Arts ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Westfield High School student Francesca Mani was in the room where it happened Wednesday when Gov. Phil Murphy signed into law legislation (A3540/S2544) establishing civil and criminal penalties for the production and dissemination of deceptive audio or visual media, aka ...
CRANFORD, NJ - If you notice that the Cranford Fire Department is dressed a little differently this April, it's because they are once again supporting “National Autism Acceptance Month” throughout April by wearing custom t-shirts. The Fire Headquarters is lit blue and the department will be selling ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - As outdoor temperatures begin to rise, now is the time to ensure that your home’s HVAC system is running effectively and efficiently. “As we transition from heating to cooling, it is important to check that your home’s system is functioning at its best,” said Mike Iarrapino, ...
CRANFORD, NJ - The Cranford High School baseball team is gearing up for another season. Expectations will be high as per usual. Yet, this season will be unlike any other in 25 years, as Dennis McCaffery will not be coaching from the Cranford dugout. McCaffery’s leadership has taken the high ...
CRANFORD, N.J. – Organizers of “Relay For Life of Cranford” are introducing a new event, “Relay Purple Party,” aimed at generating awareness and support for their annual cancer fundraiser. The event will take place on Friday, April 4, 2025, at the Cranford Elks.Now in its 18th year, “Relay For ...
CRANFORD, N.J. – A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle while crossing Lincoln Avenue in a marked crosswalk yesterday, March 31.The incident occurred at approximately 12:44 p.m. when a motorist turning onto Lincoln Avenue from Walnut Avenue struck the pedestrian, according to Cranford police.
CRANFORD, NJ – Since the Downtown Cranford gift card launched in 2021, it has become a popular choice for holiday presents, teacher and coach gifts, birthdays, and special occasions. However, it has also evolved into an essential tool for boosting the local economy and supporting small businesses.