CRANFORD, NJ — A change in developer, a substantial reduction in size and a decade of litigation has resulted in the Cranford Township Committee unanimously approving a redevelopment plan for the Birchwood Avenue housing project at its Tuesday, Nov. 28 meeting. The 16-acre site will have three, four-story buildings comprised of 225 units, 34 of which […]
Audrey Templeton, varsity cheerleader “Audrey is a dedicated and passionate athlete. She was one of our fall cheerleading captains and was a strong leader, always helping break down techniques for the girls to improve their performance, as well as being there as a support system. Audrey always has a smile on her face and loves […]
David Bartley, varsity cross country “As only a sophomore, David Bartley was the team’s top finisher at the conference, county and sectional meets. He had a team and individual personal best times of 17:33 at Warinanco Park and 17:03 at Greystone Park. He was a dedicated worker and showed up at every summer practice. His […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Last year on the day after Thanksgiving, Amy Andre awoke with her family on brisk morning for a challenge. It wasn’t to battle the crowds in a Black Friday scramble, but rather to run around Ray White Track in Cranford to raise money for a community animal shelter. This year, she and her […]
CRANFORD, NJ — A water main break early in the morning of Sunday, Nov. 12, flooded the busy intersection of East North and Elizabeth avenues in Cranford, but the road was reopened to traffic in time for the Monday morning commute, according to police Chief Ryan Greco. Greco told LocalSource on Nov. 12 that crews worked […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Newly installed Cranford Police Chief Ryan Greco’s roots in Cranford extend not only to his pre-school years, but four generations before that. So being installed as the 11th police chief in the township’s history had more significance than a career promotion for him. “I am extremely humbled but excited about this new position,” […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Cranford Deputy Mayor Patrick Giblin pointed to Trenton when asked about the proposed “750 Walnut” project, but Republican Richard Buontempo simply decried the plan and declared “a vote for me, is a vote against” it at the League of Women Voters candidates forum at the Cranford Municipal Building on Thursday, Oct. 26. Democrats […]
Kelly Mc Auliffe, varsity gymnast “I am nominating Kelly Mc Auliffe, who just became the Union County beam champion.” — Coach Michele Charney-Hulse What is your favorite part of gymnastics? “The community that comes along with being a gymnast. Both in the high school and club season, we’re familiar with all of the girls and support everyone […]
Keith Brown, varsity cross country “Keith Brown is a senior captain and leader for us who has consistently been one of our top performers for four years. He is a pleasure to coach.” — Coach John Schiano What is your favorite part of cross country? “Cheering on my fellow teammates during our meets. Whether I’m cheering […]
CRANFORD, NJ — In a small back room of Kilkenny House Restaurant and Pub in Cranford on Wednesday, Oct. 18, state Assembly Minority Leader Jon Bramnick told about 40 Cranford residents who gathered there that the answer to their anguish about the proposal to build 900 apartments at the old Hartz Mountain property ultimately lies in […]