Caldwell 5K Race Will Benefit Local Schools: Traffic, Detour Info

CALDWELLS, NJ — The Caldwell West Caldwell Education Foundation’s annual 5K race will take place on Saturday, May 18.

For 2019, the popular event – which attracts a range of runners, including local principals and teachers – will kick off at 9 a.m. at James Caldwell High School (JCHS) and will take runners on a route looping through historic Grover Cleveland Park before crossing the finish line back at JCHS.

The annual event, a certified Grand Prix Race sanctioned by the NJ Track and Field Organization, has previously hosted over 600 runners and walkers who participate not only for the race, but to support the Education Foundation. All of the profits generated from the CWCEF 5K go to programs that benefit children in the Caldwell-West Caldwell school district.

Learn more about this local event here.

TRAFFIC DETOURS, ROAD CLOSURES

According to the Caldwell Police Department, the race will cause road closures and traffic detours.

The CPD stated:

"On Saturday, May 18 at 9 a.m., there will be a 5K race taking place on Westville Avenue, Brookside Avenue and through the Grover Cleveland Park. As a result of the race, Westville Avenue and Brookside Avenue will be closed and detours will be in place. Any resident living in the Cedars section of town should enter through Birkendene Road via Prospect Street and exit the Cedars through Cleveland Road or Birkendene Road where a traffic officer will assist you. The road closures and detours will be in place from 8:30 a.m. until approximately 11:30 a.m. We thank you in advance for your patience and please use extra caution if traveling in the area of the race."

Any questions or concerns should be directed to the Caldwell Police Department at (973) 226-2600.

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