CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — The American Association of Dental Boards, a leading organization in dental regulation, had its Mid-Year Meeting in Chicago this April 11 and 12, bringing together representatives from 33 states to address key issues impacting the dental industry. Attendees offered insights into how they’ve managed controversial topics such as fluoridation, internationally educated providers, […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Second-grade students from Walnut Avenue Elementary School, Lyla Kaiser and Esmé Valenzano, were recognized on Thursday, May 15, as finalists in the sixth annual Healthy School Lunch Challenge hosted by Pomptonian Food Service to help promote healthy food choices. This cooking challenge was open to all students in kindergarten through fifth grade […]
CRANFORD, NJ – During the Township Committee Meeting on Tuesday, May 20, the committee approved the appointments of two new firefighters, including the first female firefighter in the history of the department. The committee also approved the appointment of a full-time emergency medical technician. Chapin Taggart and Paul Richardson have been hired as probationary firefighters […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford Police Department is currently seeking applicants for the position of a full-time police officer. Applicants must possess a New Jersey PTC Basic Course for Police Officer Certification or must currently be enrolled in an Alternate Route Police Academy Program. Applicants will be subject to a thorough background investigation and must […]
CRANFORD, NJ — During the month of May, Mental Health Awareness Month is celebrated. But mental health is important all year round. It’s an essential part of a person’s overall wellness journey. And it’s not just for those who are suffering from a crisis, but also for those who seek more calm in their lives. […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Hundreds of Cranford students watched in awe as a Navy Seahawk aircraft landed. The MH-60S made its smooth landing on the athletic field at Hillside Avenue School. The gesture was a salute to America’s service members, just a few days shy of Memorial Day. The special event was co-hosted by Cranford VFW […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Tim O’Brien, a sergeant with the Cranford Police Department, was one of four Cranford police officers who received a departmental citation for successfully resolving a situation involving a barricaded, suicidal victim in September 2024. Thanks to O’Brien’s efforts, he was able to de-escalate the situation and got the man to surrender without […]
UNION, NJ — Diamondettes Baton and Dance LLC has had a phenomenal season, culminating with their success at the National Baton Twirling Association’s Mid-Atlantic Regional Championships 2025 on Saturday, April 26, in Emmitsburg, Maryland. “In a short amount of time, the accomplishments of this growing unique studio has been extraordinary,” said owner/director Nicole Marie Placca […]
CRANFORD, NJ — It was a gorgeous day in Cranford for the Memorial Day Parade. The marching began at the Cranford Community Center and ended at Memorial Park, where services took place after the parade. Chris Cuthbertson was there with her pup, Mikey, to honor her brother, a Vietnam War veteran. “He was a Marine,” […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Janelle Schiecke has been celebrating. Her newest horror novella, “The Clatter Man,” is now No. 1 in New Releases for American Horror on Amazon. She’s also the author of “Ghost Room” and “Death Cult.” The Cranford author says it feels amazing to have realized her dream. “It feels so great,” she said. […]