Westfield, NJ|News|
850 Westfield Homes Still Without Power As Storm Cleanup Continues
Town officials say debris pickup begins Monday as crews continue clearing roads and restoring services.
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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Summit, NJ|News|
1,300 Summit Residents Still Without Power As Restoration Continues
City officials say additional utility crews are arriving as power restoration and storm cleanup continue across Summit.
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Summit, NJ|News|
Summit Cancels July 4 Celebration And Fireworks
City officials cited downed trees, fallen wires and the threat of additional storms later in the day.
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Cranford, NJ|News|
2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Cranford
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in and around Cranford
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Westfield, NJ|News|
2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Westfield
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Westfield
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Summit, NJ|News|
2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Summit
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in and around Summit
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Westfield Community Band Independence Day Concert Rescheduled Due To Heat Warning
The free concert is now set for July 9 at Mindowaskin Park as officials respond to extreme heat conditions.
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Scotch Plains-Fanwood, NJ|News|
Winning Powerball Ticket Sold In Union County
A lucky lottery player purchased a winning ticket at a local store ahead of Wednesday night's drawing.
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Clark-Garwood, NJ|News|
Union County Works To Manage Mosquitoes, Plans Spraying In Clark
Crews are scheduled to treat several neighborhoods Thursday evening between 6 and 11 p.m., weather permitting.
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Cranford, NJ|News|
Cranford Moves America 250 Celebration Indoors For July 3
The township has shifted its America 250 celebration to the Cranford Recreation Center from 1 to 6 p.m. on July 3
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Summit, NJ|News|
21-Year-Old Charged In Summit Luxury Car Thefts
Police say two Infiniti vehicles were tracked to New York and New Jersey before being recovered.
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Summit, NJ|News|
Summit High Teacher Surprised By 2026 Nora Radest Award
Meghan Arts-Scozzari says she was stunned when administrators unexpectedly entered her classroom to present the honor.
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Westfield, NJ|News|
Future Of Tamaques Park Plans Under Review In Westfield
Town officials say community feedback is being reviewed as consultants prepare the next phase of design recommendations.
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Summit, NJ|News|
50 Years After Graduating, Summit Class Gives Large Donation For Students Across District
The Class of 1975 raised more than $53,000 during its 50th reunion to support programs in Summit schools.
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Cranford, NJ|News|
Cranford Man Arrested For DWI, Drug Possession, Police Say
Police said the stop happened near a North Avenue business shortly before 2:30 a.m.
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Cranford, NJ|News|
Driver Charged With DWI After Late-Night Stop In Cranford
A Newark man was charged following a motor vehicle stop early in June.
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Clark-Garwood, NJ|News|
Heat Relief Available In Clark As Temperatures Climb Across Union County
The Clark Public Library is serving as a cooling center through Thursday for residents who need a break from the heat.
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Cranford, NJ|News|
Cranford Fireworks Set For Thursday At Nomahegan Park
Celebration of the nation’s 250th birthday is expected to bring road closures, parking restrictions, and large crowds.
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Summit, NJ|News|
$1.6 Million Mabie Playground Renovations Nearing Completion In Summit
The long-awaited ADA-accessible playground is expected to open soon following months of construction and upgrades.
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Cranford, NJ|News|
Cranford Expands Orange Avenue Pool Access With New Evening Pass Options
Cranford residents now have new evening access options at Orange Avenue Pool this summer.
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