Garwood Police Get a Hand From Westfield's Mobile Command Center

Garwood Police were stumped on how to deal with power loss due to the installation of a new generator, until the neighboring department offered a fix.

Attention Parents: Check Out Our New FB Page, Just For You!

Parent Station is a place for parents to connect and engage with each other through blogs, news stories and information that’s important to them.

Michael Denora Foundation Thanks Supporters

Denora, a 2003 ALJ grad, lost his 10-year battle with pediatric cancer in 2008.

Yelp's Top 5 Chinese Restaurants In and Near Clark-Garwood: Do You Agree?

Looking for some Chinese food this weekend? Here's how restaurants were ranked by Yelp users.

The Week's Best Good News: Man Finds $98K in Desk, Holocaust Survivor Reunited with Soldier

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Raise Funds For ALJ Alumni Association Scholarships at Chili's, Barnes & Noble

The businesses will donate a portion of their proceeds on Sunday and Monday.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

Assembly Republican Leader Promises Laughs for Sandy Relief

Voted the "funniest lawyer in NJ", Jon Bramnick (R-21) will be performing his comedy routine in Atlantic City to help fund Hurricane Sandy relief efforts.

Kumpf Builders Club Donates Thanksgiving Side Dishes to Needy

Club participates in 'Bag of Sides' program with township of Clark.

2013 Veterans Day Free Meals and Discounts

Several local eateries will provide discounts for veterans.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Download Your Patch Mobile App: New for Android and iPhone!

The place you call home—and the latest news and happenings you need to know—now in the palm of your hand.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

$39K Raised at 7th Annual Clark UNICO Italian Feast

The funds raised are given back to the township in donations and scholarships.

Freeholder Candidate Receives NJ Meritorious Service Medal

Major (R) Marc A. Krauss was also nominated in March, by Governor Chris Christie, to serve on the NJ Veterans Service Council

Clark Rec Director Honored for Service to Families

Bernardo was honored for his volunteer work as president of Clark UNICO and as the director of recreation.

New Jersey Ranks Among Sexiest Accents

Garden State ranks fifth on list compiled by dating site Cupid.com.

ALJ Marching Band Wins Again at Tournament of Bands

The band also set its all-time high score since it began competing in 2011.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

Clark Seniors Make Pilgrimage to St. Joseph's Shrine

Recreation Director Ralph Bernardo and Clark Senior Director Phyllis Cupo coordinated and accompanied the group for a day full of reflection and prayer.

Middle School Field Hockey Players 'Pink Out' for Breast Cancer Awareness

The girls also sold loom bracelets to raise funds for the American Cancer Society.

$147K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold at Clark ShopRite

The ticket correctly matched all five numbers drawn in the Jersey Cash 5.

Kumpf Student Wins NJDEP Poetry Contest

Heaning's poem was about the importance of recycling and its impact on our environment.

The Best Blogs on Patch: Grandmothers, Guns and Scooping Poop

Patch’s weekly roundup of blogs from across the country.

[VIDEO] Ralph Bernardo: What's New at This Year's Italian Feast

The 6th annual event kicks off today and runs through Sunday.

Clark Dad Launches Parents Support Group

"It Takes a Village" kicks off with an ice cream social on Sunday from 4-6 p.m. at the Clark Rec Center cafeteria.

County Harvest Fest Returns to Trailside Nature Center on Sunday

Early American history and culture come to life at the 31st annual event.

Clark Cub Scouts Host Document Shredding Day with Curtis Sliwa

The radio personality and anti-crime activist will join the scouts and Secure Shred.

Garwood Will Hold a Pumpkin Carving Contest

Calling pumpkin pros, jacks of all jack-o-lanterns, crafty carvers – this one's for you.

PHOTO: Clark Daisy Troop Rededication

Daisies pledged to continue serving their community.

Garwood to Hold Borough-Wide Garage Sale This Weekend

More than 70 homes are signed up this year.

Garwood Library to Host NJ Historic Cemetery Experts

Authors Richard Veit and Mark Nonestied published "New Jersey Cemeteries and Tombstones: History in the Landscape."

VIDEO: Daughter of Clark's James Nelson, Port Authority Officer, Reads Names at 9/11 Memorial

Caitlin Nelson took the podium to read victims' names and pay tribute to her dad.

VIDEO: Clark Resident and Tower One Survivor Tells Her 9/11 Story

Maria Bordas remembers the day, 11 years ago, when she was one of the lucky few who escaped.

Time for a Hay Ride!

If crisp fall temperatures are getting you in the mood for marshmallow roasting and hay rides, the Trailside Nature & Science Center is the place to be.

Garwood Lions Club to Host Senior Picnic

The Garwood Lions Club is hosting its annual Lions Club Senior Citizen Picnic on Sept. 8 at the Garwood Knights of Columbus.

How Generous are Clark and Garwood?

A new study ranks the charitable donations of towns across the country. See where Clark and Garwood are.

Calling All Union County Dogs!

Four-footed, furry friends are needed to visit hospice patients.

How Visiting the Clark DQ Can Benefit Local Kids

Children's Specialized Hospital will benefit from a special promotion by Dairy Queen on July 26.