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. […]
CRANFORD, NJ — On Saturday, June 7, at 12:30 p.m., in front of the municipal building, the mayor and Township Committee welcome the community to come out to the front lawn as the township raises the PRIDE flag symbolizing love, tolerance and peace and recognizing the LGBTQ+ rights movement during PRIDE month. Photo Courtesy of […]
CRANFORD, NJ — These special magnets were created to fundraise for local events celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary. Local artist and designer Tammanie Crawford custom designed the logo and artwork for the magnet. Show your pride in Cranford and America by purchasing a magnet and displaying it on your vehicle. To purchase a magnet, contact […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford Environmental Commission and the Green Thumb Garden Club proudly announce the third annual Cranford Canopy Project. The goal is to plant at least 100 trees annually to beautify our town, reduce stormwater runoff and ensure that trees thrive in Cranford today and in the future. One hundred and eighty trees […]
By The New Jersey Department of Transportation When people see damaged vehicles and emergency responders on the road, they might say they saw a car accident. But the truth is, most crashes are not accidents, or something that was random and unavoidable. Instead, many of the incidents that cause fatalities or serious injuries […]