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Excitement is in the Air for Blue Devil Fall Sports

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on August 30, 2023. Posted in Cover Feature, Local Sports, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

As we kick off a new season, let’s take a look at some of the highlights from last year. Photography provided by Varsity Vantage ...

What People Say about the Library

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on August 30, 2023. Posted in Local library, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

By Roz Giuditta, Marketing and Outreach Manager If you were to meet me at a street fair, and I asked you to give me a quote about how you use the library, or what the library means to you, you might suddenly become tongue-tied. But if we were just talking about the library at a street fair or in the library’s gallery, you’d probably tell me some pretty great things without any prompting. Like the young mothers who always say, “We’re at the library all the time! We love the library!” They’re the moms who’ve just had a blast at Friday Funtime watching their babies and toddlers tumble about on...

Tips to Prepare for Retirement When You Don’t Have Kids

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on August 30, 2023. Posted in Financial advice, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Many people build their retirement and estate plans around their children and grandchildren. Everything from where they live, to how they spend their time and money, to the legacy they want to leave behind is considered through the prism of their role as parents and grandparents. For those without kids and grandkids, a different formula may apply as these individuals may have more financial freedom and flexibility as they enter retirement and beyond. But they still need to be as vigilant – if not more – about planning for their later years. If this describes your situation, read on for tips...

Meet Local Mom Nicole Griffin, a lifelong Cranford resident and the founder and owner of the online gifting site, Sila Boutique

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on August 30, 2023. Posted in Local Mom, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Name Nicole Griffin Company name Sila Boutique Family (names/ages) James (Husband), Sienna (15), Lila (13) Job Title Founder & Owner Pets Bailey a 7 year old Labradoodle & Kevin a 10ish year old Russian tortoise Contact info 908-451-4860 or nicole@shopsilaboutique.com www.shopsilaboutique.com How long have you lived here and what brought you to town? I am a lifelong Cranford Resident, after graduating from the University of Delaware in 1999, I lived in New York and London before returning to Cranford in 2007 with my husband, James, to raise our family. My best friends still live here,...

Meet local kid, Millie Reilly,

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 31, 2023. Posted in Kid of the Month, Local Kids, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

an aspiring veterinarian and ethologist who loves rainbow socks and reading Spotlight Name: Millie Reilly Age: 9 Grade/School: Rising 4th grader Family Member Names: Mary (mom), Brian (dad), Sammy (sister) Pet’s Name/type: Toby (6) and Teddy (8 months) both cockapoos Something unique about me: I wear long rainbow socks When I grow up, I want to be: An Ethologist like Jane Goodall and a Vet Favorites Activities/Hobbies: Reading, playing soccer, and being with my friends Animal: Tiger Color: Yellow Food: Spaghetti and Sausage dish my mom makes Movies: Night at The Museum Music: Taylor Swift Place...

6 Ways to Upgrade Your Summer Vacation with your Westfield Library Card

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 31, 2023. Posted in Local library, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Summer is finally in full swing and that means that many of us will be taking off for a much-needed vacation. Whether you are planning on spending your summer vacation close to home or taking off to explore an exciting new destination, the Westfield Memorial Library has your reading, watching, playing, and learning needs covered. Stock up on print books Nothing beats the convenience of a print book that you can bring with you as you relax on the beach, by the pool, or in your own backyard. And if your vacation plans will take you to some place with limited or no electricity – like say...

Westfield Students Receive National Recognition in Math and Science

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 31, 2023. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Photo Credit: Westfield Public Schools Edison 7th grader Jasmine Parran is the New Jersey State Merit Winner for the 2023 3M Young Scientist Challenge, a nationwide project-based science competition. Jasmine’s project – created in a gifted education “Inventions” elective course and entitled “Solar Roadways and Energy Trappers” – won her recognition as the top entry among all other submissions in New Jersey. Additionally, 4th grader Christian Cuccaro and 5th grader Logan Chen are national student winners in the Pythagorean Division of the Continental Mathematics League Competition....

Meet Local Pet Ruby the Recycler, a cuddly and eco-friendly French Bulldog who loves collecting empty water bottles on her daily walks

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 31, 2023. Posted in Local Pet, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Family member names Tom, Heather, and Evan (humans) Ella (dog) Nika (cat) Type of Breed French Bulldog PET’S NAME Ruby (the Recycler) MALE OR FEMALE Female PET’s AGE 3 Where/why did you get your pet? We fell in love with French Bulldogs a few years before we got Ruby, as they are so sweet, funny, and friendly. In May 2020, we picked up Ruby in the Poconos, but she was born in Romania and flown here. There were travel delays due to Covid restrictions. Anything special or unusual about your pet? She’s obsessed with water bottles. Any funny stories? Ruby finds a bottle on nearly every walk and...

Westfield Area YMCA Flyers Qualify for Junior Olympic National Championships

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 31, 2023. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Athletes from the Westfield Area Y Flyers Track Club traveled to Cortland, New York this past weekend to compete in the USATF Region 2 Junior Olympic Championships. The meet was held at SUNY Cortland and hosted athletes from the New Jersey, Niagara, Three Rivers, and Mid-Atlantic Associations. A total of 13 Flyers competed with 12 earning advancements to the National Championships. Additionally, 5 athletes brought home Region 2 titles. Brian Guterl earned a title win in the 13-14 Boys 3000m Race Walk division. The 13-14 Boys 4x100m relay team of Gabe Worrell, Alex Kessler, Justin Simmons Jr....

Author: Local Media NJ Staff