Cranford, NJ|News|
Crash Seriously Injures Pedestrian In Cranford
Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
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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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Scotch Plains-Fanwood, NJ|News|
Free Classes Build Confidence And Awareness For Young Adults
Free classes aim to build confidence and awareness for young adults heading into new environments.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Chick-fil-A Dethroned As America’s Favorite Restaurant By This NJ Chain
A new national survey shows a shift at the top of the rankings.
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Cranford, NJ|News|
Cranford Families Use Toy Story 5 to Spark Conversation on Screen Time
Local screening tied to The Balance Project brings parents together to discuss technology, family life, and offline play.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Westfield Parents Speak Out Over Class Sizes, Loss Of Program Space
Families questioned proposed Washington School changes as district outlines enrollment, staffing, and space constraints.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
He’s 72, Still Skating At Sunrise And Built One Of NJ’s Most Unusual Hockey Communities
Doug Auld has run a New Jersey adult hockey league for nearly 50 years, bringing together players ages 18 to 73.
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Summit, NJ|News|
Drone Rules Set In Summit Ahead Of Summer Events And World Cup Watch Parties
A new ordinance sets limits on drone use in public spaces, with some residents raising concerns about recreation in parks.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
74-Year-Old Arrested For DWI In Westfield
Police said the arrest followed a late-night traffic stop in town.
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Cranford, NJ|News|
Cranford Rejects River Cleanup Bids Over Cost Concerns
Officials say a key flood mitigation project will move forward after bids came in far higher than expected.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
America’s Oldest Man Dies In NJ At 111
He was recognized nationally for his extraordinary life and longevity.
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Summit, NJ|News|
Here's Why This Surf And Turf Spot Chose Summit For Its New Location
The restaurant's founder says Summit's community feel made it the right fit for the brand's first fast-casual concept.
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Summit, NJ|News|
Rescue Of Toddler, Others Trapped Inside Smoke-Filled Home Leads To Awards For Summit Detectives
Summit detectives are being honored after helping rescue a toddler and assist in evacuating residents from a burning home in Newark.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Dave Portnoy Says Westfield Pizza Spot Has Good, Thin Pizza During One Bite Review
Barstool Sports founder visits a longtime Union County pizzeria and shares his thoughts on a thin slice and a salad-style pie.
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Summit, NJ|News|
Summit Passes AI Data Center Ban, But Many Say It Falls Short
The ordinance was approved at the June 16 Common Council meeting after debate over its scope.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Elderly Couple Targeted In Attempted Bank Scam In Westfield
A series of calls, texts and emails raised concerns before the situation took an unexpected turn.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
This NJ University Ranked Among World’s Best By US News
A New Jersey university ranks among the world’s top schools in a new global education ranking released Tuesday by U.S. News.
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Summit, NJ|News|
Becoming An EMT Now More Convenient For Summit Residents
ew partnership brings certification courses directly to the Volunteer First Aid Squad headquarters to help more residents join EMS service.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
New Sounds Every Week Coming To Downtown Westfield This Summer
Live Music Returns To Downtown Westfield With Weekly Summer Lineup
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Westfield, NJ|News|
NBA Finals Tickets Scam Costs Westfield Resident $2K
Police say the resident sent money through multiple platforms after seeing an online advertisement for tickets that never arrived.
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Summit, NJ|News|
Large Crowds Expected At Tatlock Park As Drivers Cautioned In Summit
Graduation ceremonies this week are expected to bring heavy traffic and tight parking around the park.
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