TOP LOCAL News
By BERNIE WAGENBLAST
February 14, 2025
CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast of Cranford Radio compiles what's happening in Cranford, starting with her podcast.Cranford’s First St. Patrick’s Parade ☘️However you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, you can add a new way to mark the day when Cranford holds its first St. Patrick’s parade ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Craig and Lisa Manders left Cranford last May and flew to Zambia for a ten-day safari. Halfway through their trip, they went on a guided “bush walk” along a riverbank in the Lower Zambezi National Park, where a hippopotamus was lounging in the water. The armed guides left the group ...
CRANFORD, NJ – Cranford capped off an incredible season with the program’s second consecutive sectional championship on Wednesday night as the Cougars defeated South Plainfield, 47-20. Cranford got off to a great start, grabbing a 23-0 lead within the match’s first five results thanks to a major ...
February is American Heart Month, a great reminder to prioritize your heart health and take steps to prevent heart disease, which remains the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. Many people think of heart health in terms of cardio exercise walking, biking, swimming, or using ...
CRANFORD, NJ - The Cranford Education Association (CEA), in partnership with the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA), has provided funds for the Cranford Public Library Foundation’s Room to Read fundraising effort. The $2,500 grant, written by Cranford High School Librarian and PEP Chair, ...
CRANFORD, NJ – Hall of Fame inductee Hubie Brown retired on February 9, after playing, coaching, and analyzing the game of basketball for more than 55 years. After calling his final game, he thanked his family for their lifelong support, especially in the early years of his career. “I was nine ...
TRENTON, NJ — A bill that would vastly reduce plastic waste in New Jersey won narrow support from lawmakers amid criticism from business groups and praise from environmentalists.The legislation, S-3398, was approved Monday by a 3-2 vote in the Senate Environment and Energy Committee, with Democrats ...
CRANFORD, NJ – Need a sweet treat for someone you love? A quick trip downtown will satisfy all of your Valentines!• Cake Artist Café – gift boxes of cake pops, cookies, and chocolate-covered strawberries• Délice Macaron – Valentine-themed macarons in flavors that include black cherry mousse, ...
CRANFORD, NJ - To accommodate the construction of a new Children's Room at the Cranford Public Library, it will be temporarily closed on February 20 and relocated to the Community Center, next door, opening on Monday, March 3.The year-long construction will double the size of the current space, ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Congratulations to Cranford Middle School’s Hockey Athletes of the Week, Nico Amaro, Aaron Gonzales & Matt Sobon. Amaro, Gonzales and Soban each scored a goal in a 10-7 win over Scotch Plains-Fanwood this past Sunday night. Coach Gonzales shared that Amaro broke his collarbone ...
New Brunswick, N.J.– Cancer screenings are essential for detecting cancer early—often before symptoms appear—when treatment is most effective. According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 2,041,910 new cancer cases will be diagnosed in the U.S. in 2025, reinforcing the need for cancer ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Three Union County Parks will get upgrades if they’re approved for Green Acres funding through the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.Unami Park in Garwood and Westfield would get ADA-compliant improvements, including an inclusive playground and an ADA-compliant ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Twenty-five-year-old Terence J. Rhue, the Plainfield man who was arrested in the violent home invasion and rape that shook Westfield in October of 2021, was sentenced to 20 years and six months in prison on Friday.Rhue had pleaded guilty and was being sentenced for two crimes — the ...
CRANFORD, NJ – February 11 marks the 50th anniversary of the death of the only Cranford police officer to lose his life in the line of duty. Patrolman Robert F. Hand died protecting and serving the citizens of Cranford following a motor vehicle pursuit. To commemorate his sacrifice, members of ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast of Cranford Radio compiles what's happening in Cranford, starting with her terrific podcast.Father Marc Vicari, Pastor of St. Michael Church ✝️I continue my series by introducing members of the Cranford clergy with a chat with Father Marc. Learn a bit ...
CRANFORD, NJ – The fate of the Centennial and Orange Avenue Pools in the face of a declining membership, an unsustainable budget, and increased need for repairs took up a large portion of the February 5 Township Committee meeting. Mayor Terrence Curran opened by speaking of his fond memories that ...
NEWARK - A city man has been arrested in the fatal shooting of a 9-year-old Newark boy on Friday evening, Jan, 31. On Wednesday, Feb. 5, the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office announced that Jesse J. Dunbar II, 36, of Newark was arrested and charged with first degree murder, first degree attempted ...
CRANFORD, NJ – Cranford Police reported that a Linden man was taken into custody on February 6 and charged with 3rd Degree Possession of a Weapon for Unlawful Purpose, 4th degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon and 3rd Degree Terroristic Threats.The arrest followed an investigation by police into ...
CRANFORD, NJ – If you visit Dr. Carol Iaizzi at Lifeline Chiropractic, you notice her zeal for her profession. She’s dedicated her life to the practice since adjustments helped cure her epileptic seizures as a teen. “I felt a calling to help someone else the way that chiropractic had helped me and ...
NEW JERSEY – Congressman Frank Pallone (NJ-06), Jr. criticized Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, the largest health insurance provider in the state, and Hackensack Meridian Health, the state’s largest hospital system, for their inability to reach an agreement that will keep the hospital ...
CRANFORD, NJ – When firefighter Maxwell Jones considered how to use his downtime productively, he immediately knew it would involve hockey. The sport has been one of the cornerstones of his life since the moment he learned to skate on the streets of Cranford and soon after laced up his first pair ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - A multi-agency operation targeting quality-of-life issues led to the arrest of Fabiana Lopes, of Kearny NJ, on prostitution-related charges. The joint investigation, conducted on February 3, 2025, involved the Kenilworth Police Department, the Union County Prosecutors Office ...
CRANFORD, NJ –Salad lovers are in luck because Cranford’s gourmet salad shop, Salad-Ology has expanded its offerings with a build-your-own salad menu. Paolo Fontana, owner of Sub-Ology, said that customers were coming in asking for chopped salads, where ingredients are cut to a similar size. So, a ...
CRANFORD, NJ - The Cranford Fund for Educational Excellence (CFEE)'s biggest fundraiser is back on Saturday, February 22, from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Kenilworth VFW. "We are so excited for our 8th annual Trivia Night, which is a terrific opportunity to come together for a fun night and a ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Congratulations to Cranford High School's Performing Artist of the Week, Nina Bornstad. She is being recognized for her outstanding achievements in the performing arts.Bornstad is a junior dance student who is in the career academy CTE track. She serves as the Costume Mistress for ...
NEW JERSEY — Parents may wish to brace for more white-knuckle time teaching their teenagers to drive safely. They can also hire qualified driving instructors or rely on local high school driver-ed programs.This comes as the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) set strict new requirements for ...
TRENTON, NJ – A diverse and recognizable group of 13 New Jersey residents will have six months to recommend ways that the Office of the Attorney General can “further its mission of eliminating corruption, promoting transparency, and strengthening the public’s trust in government.”New Jersey ...
CRANFORD, NJ –“The potential closure of one of Cranford’s public pools has been an issue for many years due to increased operational and maintenance costs that can't be sustained by the membership,” Mayor Terrence Curran told TAPinto Cranford. There are two meetings this week to discuss this ...
NEW JERSEY – By now, most Americans know that Donald Trump became the second man to serve non-consecutive terms. But how many can name the first man ever to win the presidency back after leaving office? Stephen Grover Cleveland served as the 22nd (1885–1889) and 24th (1893–1897) president. He was ...
CRANFORD, NJ - The Cranford Police Department responded to a report of a residential burglary and motor vehicle theft at a Crescent Place home at approximately 8:00 a.m. on Sunday, February 2. The residents were home at the time of the burglary.According to police, the responding officers were able ...