As councilman, it is my primary duty to safeguard the well-being and security of Garwood. This responsibility extends beyond the mere physical; it encompasses the health of our community discourse and the integrity of our public square. In recent times, we have observed a disheartening trend where d...

I have to express my delight regarding the article Lifelong Westfield Senior Spotlight honoring Bob Lewis. Great article about a wonderful Senior.I am so pleased that articles spotlighting and honoring seniors will appear regularly.Thank youfor doing this. You are truly our hometown newspaper.Kathy ...

Regarding the pubic advert on Clark PILOT equity ordinance from page 10 of the February 22 edition of the Hawk/ Leader.Clark Township approved on the first reading an equity sharing ordinance #24-05. This is for their municipal receipt of PILOT monies to be received from their upcoming large residen...

The following is a brief excerpt of a three page letter that was read to the Mayor and Town Council on February 13, 2024. I am a licensed professional engineer who is affiliated with the Westfield Advocates for Responsible Development. We have tracked over 20 large construction projects that have be...

A collaboration with the Westfield High School Journalism ProgramMind Games:The Power of Daily PuzzlesIn a world constantly buzzing with distractions, finding moments of mental respite can feel like an unattainable luxury. However, amidst the chaos, there lies a simple, yet profoundly effective anti...

Dear Streetworks Developers, We hope this letter finds you well.As newly elected members of theWestfield Town Council, we, Councilmen Todd Saunders,Dr.MichaelArmento,Michal Domogala, and David Kiefer, are writing to you in our individual capacities as advocates for the residents of Westfield. This l...

Climate change impacts require immediate actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, chief among them reducing energy use and waste. The government, however, is focusing on massive ocean industrialization beginning with offshore wind, transforming the ocean into giant power plants. This, despite the...

Westfield Advocates for Responsible Development (Westfield Advocates) would like to inform the public of the factual and mis-leading inaccuracies inarticle: “Sophia Plans Move Ahead Following Lawsuit Decision”, Katie Moen, Febuary 1, 2024 (https:// www.goleader.com/) The following excerpts from the ...

I read with interest the article about sewer rates in(February 1, 2024). I would like to bring to your attention how unfair the sewer assessment is to Westfield senior citizens (per household). We (seniors) have a small (one or two persons) household, yet we have to pay the same rate as families wit...

WESTFIELD – In response to the escalating concerns over rising crime, attempted home invasions, and attempted auto thefts in Westfield, Councilmen Todd Saunders, Dr. Michael Armento, Mike Domogala, and David Kiefer took decisive action by penning a letter addressed to Senator Jon Bramnick, Assemblyw...