See Who Is Running For Westfield Mayor, Council In 2025

Four Republicans and five Democrats have filed to run in the Primary Election for 2025.

Westfield Republicans Endorse Council Candidates For 2025

Liz Rampolla (Lentis) in Ward 1, Jason Micewicz in Ward 2, and Danny Lallis in Ward 3 will join Mike Domogala, who will run for Mayor.

Westfield Dems Endorse Mayor, Council Candidates For 2025

Jeremy Berman, Reshma Adwar, Vik Venkataraman, Jennifer Gilman, and Drew Pecker are running under the "United for Westfield" slate.

Councilman Mike Domogala To Run For Westfield Mayor

"Westfield is a special place, and I am excited to announce my candidacy for Mayor," said Republican Ward 3 Councilman Mike Domogala.

Deadline To Vote In Westfield School Board Election Nears

Union County Board of Elections is reminding residents of the upcoming voter registration deadline on March 25.

Westfield Mayor, 3 Councilmembers Won't Seek Re-Election

Democrats Shelley Brindle, Linda Habgood, Mike Dardia, and David Contract "each independently decided not to seek a third term."

Union County Clerk Informs Public Of Recent U.S. Passport Gender Marker Policy Changes

Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi advises that the U.S. Department of State has ceased issuing passports with the "X" gender marker.

$25M Reimagined Rialto Proposed In Westfield

The Center of Creativity is asking the community for help to get this project off the ground and make this a hub to celebrate the arts.

School Budget And Referendum Update In Westfield: Look Ahead

Check out what is happening in Westfield for the week of Jan. 20 including a Board of Education meeting.

364 Units Proposed In Westfield Under Affordable Housing Agreement

The Town adopted a resolution proposing a lower number than the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) fourth-round calculations.

Westfield Breaks Ground On Housing For Homeless, At-Risk Veterans

John Rzeznik from the Goo Goo Dolls sang the national anthem to open the ceremony on Tuesday in Westfield.

Westfield Mayor Takes A Look Back And Forward To 2025

Mayor Shelley Brindle delivered the State Of Town Address during the 2025 Reorganization Town Council meeting on Tuesday.

Westfield Seeks $100K Grant To Resurface Memorial Park Tennis Courts

The Town Council also authorized a contract for the replacement design of the restroom facilities at the Memorial Pool Complex.

Westfield Gets $660K Grant To Buy Vacant 'Eyesore', Former Good Lube

The Westfield Town Council introduced an ordinance on Tuesday for $915K to purchase the property. A grant will cover most of the purchase.

Split Down Party Lines: Council Approves One Westfield Place Changes

Residents and councilmembers voiced their opinions on the ordinance during a 2.5-hour discussion, which got heated at times, on Tuesday.

Public To Weigh In On One Westfield Place Project Reduction Ordinance

The public can weigh in on an ordinance to reduce the size and scope of the controversial project at the Tuesday Council meeting.

See How Westfield Voted In U.S. Presidential Race

Here's a breakdown district-by-district of how people in Westfield voted in the U.S. Presidental race:

District 7 General Election Results 2024: Kean Jr. Vs. Altman

Republican incumbent Tom Kean Jr. and Democrat Sue Altman were both vying for the District 7 Congressional seat.

Firm Hired For $94K To Design, Update Tamaques Park In Westfield

The Westfield Town Council approved a contract to a firm for their professional services for the design plan of Tamaques Park.

Winter Deer Hunting At 2 Westfield Parks Approved

This will be Westfield's sixth year participating in the Union County Deer Management Program.

One Westfield Place Project Could Be Reduced By 25 Percent

An introduction of an ordinance to reduce the size and scope of the controversial project barely passed across party lines on Tuesday.

Westfield 2024 Election: Who's Running, Where To Vote

The general election is Tuesday, Nov. 5. Check out our voter guide before you cast your ballot.

Westfield Leaf Collection To Begin 2 Weeks Earlier Than Normal

Town Administrator Jim Gildea attributed the earlier pickup to leaves falling earlier due to the very dry summer.

New Traffic Light Proposed At Westfield Intersection To Improve Safety

Westfield Mayor Shelley Brindle called the safety enhancement at the intersection "long overdue" on Tuesday night.

District 7 General Election 2024: Tom Kean Jr.

Incumbent Congressman Tom Kean Jr. shares why he is running for re-election for District 7 in 2024.

Westfield Cracks Down On Unsolicited Circulars, Newspapers

The Town Council passed an ordinance imposing penalty fees for violators.

Jim Hely Returns To Westfield Town Council To Fill Open Seat

Hely, who previously served on the Council from 1985 to 1997, was appointed to fill the unexpired term of Dawn Mackey who resigned.

Open Container Area Could Expand In Westfield Ahead Of Maize Opening

The council is looking to expand the area where open containers of alcohol would be allowed to include the Northside Train Station Plaza.

Westfield Paving Updates: 9 Roads To Be Impacted By Elizabethtown Gas

Elizabethtown Gas' paving contractor expects to begin milling and paving in the following areas:

Westfield Councilwoman Dawn Mackey Resigns

The Democratic party has 15 days to submit 3 nominees to the Town Council to fill Mackey's vacancy.

Town-Wide Street Sign Replacement Program To Begin In Westfield

1,350 new street signs will be replaced to improve safety and create an aesthetically appealing theme. The old signs will be auctioned off.

Westfield's First Electric Police Vehicle Is Coming To Town

Westfield was awarded a $160,000 grant by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities for the purchase.

Westfield OKs $600K Replacement Of Memorial Pool Filtration System

The improvements will include all work, materials, and appurtenances necessary, according to the ordinance.

$340K In Emergency Funding Approved To Replace Westfield HVAC Unit

The Council also approved a $38,500 purchase to install acoustical treatments and Audio/Video (A/V) equipment in Town Hall.

$1.29M Approved For New Westfield Fire Truck, Refurbishment Of Truck

The Westfield Town Council passed a special bond ordinance on Tuesday to authorize the expenses.

Longtime 'Eyesore', Former Good Lube To Be Purchased By Westfield

If the sale is finalized, the Town plans to expand the right turn radius at the intersection and create a "beautiful gateway to Westfield."

2 New All-Way Stops Approved In Westfield

The goal is to install both traffic pattern changes ahead of the new school year.

Road Paving, Drainage Improvement Work To Ramp Up In Westfield

Town Administrator James Gildea offered an update on ongoing and upcoming projects in Westfield.

Single-Use Plastic Utensils To Be Banned At Westfield Restaurants

Beginning in September, restaurants may be banned from using single-use plastic utensils, straws, condiment packs, and more.

$160K In New Aquatic Playground Equipment Coming To Westfield

The Town Council unanimously approved a resolution for the purchase at its last meeting.