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By Lily Terhune
The Saturday Local is your local food inspiration in Union County and beyond!
Yoga Bowl– Rush Bowls in Westfield, NJ
King Murphy Pie- Ava’s Kitchen & Bar in Kenilworth, NJ
Chicken Finger Wrap– Mr. J’s Deli in Cranford, NJ
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CFD Thanks Cranford Knights of Columbus for Donation to Call Dept
CRANFORD – The Cranford Knights of Columbus has made a generous $1,500 donation to the Cranford Call Fire Department. The Call Department is the volunteer division of the Fire Department.
“I would like to personally thank the Knights of Columbus for this incredible donation,” said Chief Dan Czeh. “This donation will go towards new boots, gloves and hoods to keep our Volunteer Fire Fighters protected.”
“It’s great when local organizations can step up to help each other for the betterment of all residents,” Commissioner of Public Safety Paul A. Gallo said.
“This is not the first time...
The U.S. Housing Market is in an Unusual State. Is Now the Time to Sell Your Home?
The U.S. housing market is facing unusual times. Mortgage rates are at their highest levels in years, precluding some buyers from entering the market. At the same time, the nationwide supply of houses remains tight. If you’re contemplating a move in the midst of these unusual market dynamics, here are five steps that can help you navigate the process.
Seek professional help
A top priority is to have a good handle on your current financial situation. This means having a clear idea of the value of your home and how selling it would fit into your financial plan. To help gain a holistic perspective,...
Discover the Magic of Winter at REEVES-REED ARBORETUM
Embrace the winter season at Reeves-Reed Arboretum in Summit with a lineup of engaging winter programs designed to inspire, educate, and delight visitors of all ages. From hands-on activities for children to relaxing yoga classes for adults, these programs offer a perfect way to connect with nature and explore the beauty of winter.
The programs for children are nature-centered and include winter woodland walks, outdoor games, creative craft projects, engaging stories, experiments, cooking, and more depending on the program and age.
Weekly winter programs beginning in February include Winter...
Three Westfield High School students have been recognized with the Lift While You Climb Award, in honor of the late WHS principal Dr. Derrick Nelson.
Nelson, who died in 2019 from complications suffered while donating bone marrow to a boy he didn’t know in France, once said: “We have an obligation to our fellow human beings that if we are in a position to help someone, you do it. You lift as you climb. If you can do that, you have contributed more to society than anything your bank account can produce and, ultimately, contribute more to your own well-being.”
Nominated by WHS faculty and staff...
Meet local kid Nate, a spunky 7th grader who aspires to join the military and travel the world when he is older
SPOTLIGHT
Name: Nate
Age: 12
Grade/school: 7th
Family Member Names: Mom, Dad, Older Sister
Pet’s Name/type: Dog – Theo
Something unique about me: I am an Advanced Brown Belt actively working towards my Black Belt in Karate. I am fascinated by World War II and am trying to teach myself how to play the acoustic guitar.
When I grow up, I want to join the military.
FAFORITS
Activities/Hobbies: Karate, video gaming, mountain biking
Animal: Giraffe
Color: Aquamarine
Food: My mom’s Pasta Bolognese
Movies: Toy Story
Music: Hip Hop and Rap
Place to play: Riding my bike around town with friends
Sports...
Local Arts & Culture
Student Artist Receives Nationwide Recognition
Westfield High School 12th grade Sophia Basaldua has been selected among 50 students nationwide to have artwork featured in College Board’s 2024 AP Art and Design Exhibit, a digital presentation of exceptional student creativity. Her work was chosen from over 80,000 submitted art portfolios.
“This year’s exhibit features high-quality student artwork showcasing diverse ideas, styles, materials, and processes,” writes Dr. Rebecca Stone-Danahy, Director of AP Art and Design at College Board. “The 2023 AP Art and Design Exhibit has had over 250,000...
“Build Westfield” in LEGO!
“Build Westfield,” a workshop where families recreate beloved buildings out of LEGO, will be held on Saturday, February 1, from 1 to 3 pm in Cafeteria B of Westfield High School, 550 Dorian Road. Working from photographs, fifty teams are invited to build models of commercial, institutional, and residential buildings representing a variety of architectural periods.
Organized by the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) in collaboration with the Westfield Recreation Department, this is the third annual program designed to celebrate civic pride while fostering appreciation of Westfield’s rich...