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Hey there, Cranford! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Ready to show off your best pumpkin at Hanson Park?
  • Can undefeated Cranford stay perfect in Friday's crossover showdown?

Also on today's calendar: Arboretum Walking Tour and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 65 and low of 42 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 71, low: 50.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 76 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Local Event: Cranford Carve Out 2026 (patch.com) — Cranford families can look forward to the free JCAS Cranford Carve-Out & Parade of Pumpkins at Hanson Park on Saturday, October 17, featuring a pumpkin-lit garden stroll from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Residents of all ages are invited to drop off carved pumpkins earlier that day for a judged contest with cash prizes, while enjoying the festive atmosphere and hot cider for sale.
   

• There's a new team atop the Bellamy & Son Paving Top Ten after Phillipsburg falls at Ridge, and it's their first No. 1 ranking in BCC history (cjsportsradio.com) — Cranford High's football team holds the No. 7 spot in the latest Big Central Conference Top Ten, remaining undefeated at 5-0 after a tight 13-12 home win over Montgomery. The Cougars now prepare for a Friday night crossover game at South Plainfield, while other Union County and Central Jersey powers shuffle around them in the weekly rankings.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

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🗞 Nearby News

Kenilworth

  • Kenilworth Fire Department Postpones Open House to 10/17 (TAPinto.net)
  • Boulevard Veterinary Clinic Pet of the Week: Smokey (TAPinto.net)

Westfield

  • Rutgers Student Designs for the Washington-Rochambeau Trail on Display in Westfield Through Oct. 8 (TAPinto.net)
  • Did the Devil make her do it? (hctv1.com)
  • 'The Watcher': Netflix Officially Confirms Season 2 Is Happening After 4-Years!! (movizark.com)

Clark

  • Clark Police Warn Road Closures, Lane Merges (patch.com)

Ok Cranford! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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