WESTFIELD LOCAL – Page 32

Top Dentist Carries on Tradition at Executive Dental Studio Meet Dr. Maryse Manasse

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 28, 2023. Posted in Cover Feature. Leave a Comment

Name: Maryse Manasse, DMD, MEd Family (names/ages): Wandy, Mirabelle (13), Loghan (12) and Camille (7) Company: Executive Dental Studio Job Title: Prosthodontist Contact Info: (P) 908-276-2385 (F) 908-276-2891 www.execdentalstudio.com info@execdentalstudio.com Her Bio Dr. Maryse Manasse graduated in 2002 from the College of Saint Elizabeth with a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry. After four years, she graduated from New Jersey Dental School in 2006. She realized that she wanted to pursue specialty training and continued an additional three years of Prosthodontic specialty...

Meet Mulligan, a professional snuggler with a spinning side hustle for treats

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 3, 2023. Posted in Local Pet. Leave a Comment

Family member names Collin, Christine, Hayden, Cameron, Logan Type of Breed Morkiepoo PET’S NAME Mulligan MALE OR FEMALE Male PET’s AGE 2 Where/why did you get your pet? After a couple of years of living without our previous dog, our family felt it was time to raise a new puppy with the highest hopes he or she would love living in Cranford. We ended up driving to Pennsylvania to check him out. Within five minutes of playing with him, he kissed every member of the family and showed off his personality. Anything special or unusual about your pet? Mulligan loves stealing socks around the house. ...

Meet local kid Kylie Skrabonja

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 3, 2023. Posted in Local Kids. Leave a Comment

Name: Kylie Skrabonja Age: 12 Grade/School: Orange Avenue School Family Member Names: Scott, Kim, and Christopher Pet’s Name/Type: Daisy (Goldendoodle) and Tiki (bird) Something unique about me: I am able to play music on my instruments from memory without having to look at the sheet music. When I grow up, I want to be: Veterinarian Favorites Activities/Hobbies: Soccer, Basketball, Lacrosse, Volleyball, Piano, and Viola Animal: Koala Color: Purple Food: Ribs Movies: Christmas Chronicles Music: Lumineers Place to play: Nomahegan Park playground Sports teams: NY Giants School subject: ...

Mom Brings the Sunnyside of Cranford

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 3, 2023. Posted in Local Mom, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Name Lindsey Martinelli Family (names/ages) Rick, Josie (8), Sofie (7 months) Company name Lindsey Martinelli, Signature Realty Your position Licensed Real Estate Salesperson Contact Info Cell – 908.375.6755 Email: Lindsey.Martinelli@gmail.com Website: bit.ly/LMRealEstate Office: 357 Springfield Ave, Summit, NJ How long have you lived in the neighborhood? My husband and I bought our first home in Cranford about 15 years ago. We started off in a townhome and in 2014 moved to our current home in the Indian Village section of Cranford. We love it! What do you like best about the town? I’m...

Amazing Journey to Launch Girls Hockey Team at Cranford High

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 3, 2023. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Name: Emme Murphy Age/Grade: 14 (Grade 9) School: Cranford High School Sport/Activity: Girls Ice Hockey Position: Defense Family Members: Rob (Dad), Anna (Mom), Miles (Brother) So, tell us a little bit about yourself? How did you get into the sport? I am a lifelong Cranford resident. I started ice skating at 3 years old and have been playing competitive travel hockey since age 7. I first got interested, because my older brother took an ice hockey clinic at Warinanco skate rink. I wanted to try it and instantly fell in love with the sport. When did the idea of starting a Girls Hockey Team begin?...

Local Mom Gets Creative! Meet Meg Solebello

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 3, 2023. Posted in Cover Feature. Leave a Comment

Name: Meg Solebello Family (names/ages): Husband Mike, Molly (9) Michael (6) Company: The Cranford Creative Job Title: Owner, Creative Director, Artist Contact Info: megsolebello.com Meg Solebello is The Cranford Creative. She’s a former NYC advertising creative who brings big-city smarts to small-town homes and businesses. She loves connecting with her community through her art, bringing her energetic zest for life, talent, and creative vision to make your homes, businesses, and soirees beautiful. Meg Solebello is The Cranford Creative. She’s a former NYC advertising creative who brings big-city...

The Saturday Local

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 3, 2023. Posted in CRANFORD LOCAL, Restaurant Spotlight, Restaurant spotlight, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

By Lily Terhune The Saturday Local is your local food inspiration in the Cranford area and beyond! Follow @TheSaturdayLocal on Instagram and Facebook to stay in the know about new restaurants, drool worthy dishes, and places to visit in the area. Braised Beef Short Ribs at Vine and Oak Tavern in Cranford, NJ Fried Pickles at Urban Burger in Cranford, NJ ...

HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL OPENS ENROLLMENT FOR THE 23-24 SCHOOL YEAR

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 3, 2023. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Catholic Schools Week was January 29 through February 3. An Open House was held on Sunday, January 29 for interested families. Those who missed the Open House are welcome to schedule a tour with the Admissions Director, Mrs. Becky Klock. In 2019, Governor Murphy declared, during his signing of a proclamation honoring this week, “Catholic schools provide students an education that emphasizes the formation of moral values and a commitment to community service. The welfare of the state requires that this and future generations of school-age children be assured ample opportunity to develop to the...

Featuring student writers from WHS! Second hand places first in my heart

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on February 3, 2023. Posted in Westfield High Feature. Leave a Comment

On a rainy day, you can often find me scouring the racks of a thrift store. As I walk through the electric doors and stroll through the endless rows, I feel at home among the eclectic collection of clothes and knick-knacks. The first time I went to a thrift store was in 2020 and it marked the beginning of my clothing journey. Thrifting allows me to find unique, one-of-a-kind pieces that can’t be found at the mall. It also helps me save money, as I don’t need to drop hundreds of dollars on a single outfit. Thrifting has helped me curate my individual style and explore my creativity through clothing. My...