Westfield Top Stories
By COLETTE DOUDIN
January 16, 2025
WESTFIELD, NJ — Martin Walberg American Legion Post 3’s plan to build new housing and offer additional programs for veterans in need moved a step closer to reality on Tuesday with the groundbreaking ceremony for the project.Designed for the benefit of 22 at-risk and homeless veterans, the ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — After a marathon executive session that delayed the start of the town council meeting by 20 minutes, a resolution was added and unanimously approved to propose a smaller number of affordable housing units for the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) fourth round ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — No stranger to breaking records as a member of the Westfield High School boys swim team, this senior recently added a new exceptional achievement.Senior Owen Waibel is this week’s Andy Heinz and The Westfield Legacy Agency’s Allstate Westfield Athlete of the Week.“Owen broke the 100 ...
TRENTON, NJ — With Governor Phil Murphy's annual State of the State Address over, legislative leaders gathered and shared statements outlining their views on the speech, and the agenda that was laid out for the final year of the current administration. Republican Senator Leader Anthony Bucco ...
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy gave his annual State of the State Address on Tuesday afternoon, speaking to several cornerstones of his Administration's work over the past seven years, including housing affordability, public safety and economic improvement.“Eight years ago, I ran for ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Birds and cows aren’t the only animals at risk from bird flu, according to Westfield Regional Health Department Director Megan Avallone.Last week several birds were found in New Jersey that tested positive for avian flu, a.k.a. bird flu — seven snow geese, two Canada geese and two ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — With an actor on hand to appear as “General Washington” at last week's town council organizational meeting, Mayor Shelley Brindle announced the logo winner for Westfield’s participation in the America 250 Initiative, which will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — Union County is spending more money to house its inmates in other counties.The Union County Board of County Commissioners recently approved a $1.726 million spending increase that covered the cost of relocating Union County inmates to the Essex County Correctional Facility in ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Wonder what Westfield will be like after the One Westfield Place redevelopment project is finished? You can get a good idea by taking a look at Blue Back Square, an earlier development by Streetworks in West Hartford, Connecticut. West Hartford website’s description of Blue Back ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — A new standard in luxurious living — paired with convenient access to a vibrant downtown neighborhood and transportation options — will be set this year with the opening of Central Park Westfield. A stunning offering of 22 exquisitely designed apartments along with seven businesses, ...
CLARK, NJ — The New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) announced on Friday, Jan. 10 that Salvatore Bonaccorso, the mayor of Clark Township, has pleaded guilty to two third-degree charges related to “his use of Clark employees for ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Siya Singla, an eighth grade student at Edison Intermediate School, died Saturday, Jan. 4, from a rare fatal brain tumor. She was 13.Looking for a new opportunity to volunteer in the community? You can speak directly with representatives from over 15 local organizations at Westfield ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — For the first time in more than 20 years, New Jersey is updating its Development and Redevelopment Plan (NJDRP), and Westfield’s planning board was given a heads-up on how it affects the town. “It’s meant to be a policy guide for municipalities, as it includes a series of ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — It’s a bird! It’s a plane! Actually, it’s Westfield author Matt Myklusch with his new superhero graphic novel series, “Imagine Nation.”Myklusch visited Westfield Memorial Library on Wednesday to promote the first book of the series, “The Blood of Kings,” and to introduce the ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Siya Singla, an eighth grade student at Edison Intermediate School, died Saturday, Jan. 4, from a rare fatal brain tumor. She was 13.Her family described her as bright, compassionate, creative and a source of positive energy. “There are so many life lessons she gave us, like how to ...
ELIZABETH, NJ — The Union County Board of County Commissioners has a new chairperson.Commissioner Lourdes Leon was sworn in as the new chairwoman during the commissioners' installation ceremony and reorganization meeting on Monday, Jan. 6.Leon replaces Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded, who served as ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Westfield is under a wind advisory until 10 p.m. Thursday, the National Weather Service said.Expect northwest winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, it said.“Strong winds will result in some downed tree limbs and a few power outages may result,” the weather service said.
WESTFIELD, NJ — In his fourth year in the starting lineup, this senior guard and co-captain for the Westfield High School boys basketball team leads by example, both on and off the court. Senior Zach Epp is this week’s Andy Heinz and The Westfield Legacy Agency’s Allstate Westfield Athlete of the ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — What do lower rates of car theft, steady taxes and road paving all have in common? They were among the many highlighted accomplishments of 2024 discussed at the annual Westfield Town Council's organizational meeting Tuesday night, Jan. 7.Here are five highlights from that ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Vehicular access to Brightwood Park will be closed from about Wednesday until Friday while New Jersey American Water works on a project on Prospect Street, the Town said Tuesday.“Today, NJ American Water alerted their customers in parts of Westfield that crews will be conducting ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Explore heartfelt landmarks in developing a relationship with that special someone as the Westfield Community Players present “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change,” their latest show of the 2024-25 season, beginning this Saturday, Jan. 11, the first of six performances.Presented ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Looking for a new opportunity to volunteer in the community? You can speak directly with representatives from over 15 local organizations at Westfield Memorial Library on Jan. 12.From 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. that Sunday, head to the library’s meeting room for the second annual Dr. Martin ...
Saving money and building wealth is often among the New Year’s resolutions of Millennials and first wave Gen Z’ers. What to do in 2025? Consider the guidance of a qualified financial advisor. Could be a gamechanger.There’s a local NJ-based boutique, Julius Wealth Advisors, headed by CEO & ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — “A Brooklyn Love Story,” a film produced by Westfield resident Jeff Mazzola, is now available for streaming on VOD via Amazon. The film, shot in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, tells a story of family, community and romance.Jeff Mazzola noted the family atmosphere on set, both figuratively and ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Christopher Masciale, who had served as chairman of Westfield’s board of adjustment, has died at the age of 58.It wasn’t Santa delivering presents, but a burglar breaking into one home in Westfield last week, then stealing the resident's BMW.Mother-daughter team Laurence Marmet and ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Westfield Town Councilman James Hely will serve as the keynote speaker at this year’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Association of Westfield Interfaith Commemorative Service, the association has announced.The service will be held on Monday, Jan. 20 at 2 p.m. at St. Helen Roman ...
CRANFORD, NJ — Cranford appears to be a hotspot for lottery players these days. Two players who bought tickets in town hit big only days apart. On Dec. 24, the Mega Millions jackpot was up to $1 billion. During the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, many stopped by their local lotto retailers ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Mother-daughter team Laurence Marmet and Victoria Marmet, who opened the French pastry shop Victoria’s Cake on Westfield Avenue in 2021, are opening their second business in town with an event space at 500 Central Ave.Majestic, located in the brand-new building near South Avenue, ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Online registration for kindergarten and first grade is open for the 2025-2026 school year, the Westfield Public School District announced Thursday.Kindergarten registration is for all children who are residents of Westfield reaching the age of 5 on or before Oct. 1, 2025. First ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — For this senior forward on the Westfield High School boys hockey team, a lifelong drive to be the best player he can be on the ice is paired with multiple warm friendships. Senior Jackson Chicola is this week’s Andy Heinz and The Westfield Legacy Agency’s Allstate Westfield Athlete ...