Westfield, NJ|News|
Free Outdoor Fitness Series Continues In Westfield Saturday
Residents can join a free Pilates class at Foundation Park on May 16.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
- Hawthorne, NJ
Joe Murray is a New Jersey-based journalist with 15 years of experience reporting on local news, including municipal government, education, and community affairs. He is a Garden State Journalists Award winner and has covered stories and public meetings across multiple towns throughout the state.
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Cranford, NJ|News|
Music Program In Cranford Receives National Honors
Cranford Public Schools has been named one of the 2026 Best Communities for Music Education.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Teachers Receive Top Honors in Westfield
Educators recognized at Board of Education meeting for teaching excellence and service.
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Summit, NJ|News|
Army Veteran Promoted to Sergeant In Summit
Michael Alesandro served in Afghanistan before joining the Summit Police Department in 2017.
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Cranford, NJ|News|
Bilingual Golf Program Teaching Life Skills In Union County
The six-week program teaches life skills through golf in both English and Spanish.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Home Burglary Spree Leads To Stolen Cars In Westfield
Multiple vehicles were stolen from Westfield homes during early Friday morning burglaries, police said.
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Summit, NJ|News|
Tatlock Field House Upgrades Ahead Of Schedule Says BOE
The Tatlock Field House project is ahead of schedule and tracking to stay within budget, according to officials.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Ex Union County Judge Suspended After Drunkenly Dancing With Woman
Former Elizabeth judge admitted misconduct at 2023 holiday party involving court employees.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Fraud Scams and Shoplifting Reports Highlight Week in Westfield
Residents reported multiple financial scams and a shoplifting incident involving juveniles, according to police.
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Cranford, NJ|News|
Shoplifting, DWI Arrests, Drug Charges Reported in Cranford
Cranford police reported multiple arrests in April involving shoplifting, DWI, and drug possession.
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Cranford, NJ|News|
Big Upgrades Made To Cranford Pool
Cranford officials say several improvements are being completed at Orange Avenue Pool before the summer season begins.
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Cranford, NJ|News|
Driver Charged With Drug Possession After Cranford Traffic Stop
A Perth Amboy woman was charged after a traffic stop on North Avenue in Cranford, police said.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Woman Charged After Attempted Car Burglary In Westfield
Police said a 59-year-old woman was charged after a reported attempted vehicle burglary.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
1 Dead, 1 Critical After Scooter Crash With Car Outside Union County Walgreens
A scooter collided with a vehicle in Elizabeth on Wednesday night, authorities said.
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Summit, NJ|News|
Screen Time Limits Planned For Summit Schools
Superintendent Scott Hough said reducing student screen time will be a district initiative next school year.
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Clark-Garwood, NJ|News|
Shelter In Place Issued For High School In Clark As Police Investigate
Police said an unsubstantiated threat prompted the response at Arthur L. Johnson High School.
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Summit, NJ|News|
New Playground Planned Near Summit Community Center
City officials say the new play space near Lower Long Field is designed for children ages 2 to 5 and is expected to open in late 2026.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Union County Ex-Cop Gets 17 Years In Deadly Drunk Driving Crash
Authorities said the 38-year-old former Hillside officer was under the influence during the 2021 fatal crash in Monmouth County.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Union County Boxer Earns National Ranking
Andriy Lishchuk earned a No. 8 U.S. ranking at 165 pounds following a runner-up finish at the USA Boxing International Open.
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Clark-Garwood, NJ|News|
Twist In Racial Profiling Suit Against Clark Township, Cops
New Jersey sued Clark Township and its police leadership for their alleged acts of discrimination. But was the lawsuit filed in time?
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