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Letters to the Editor
Jeremy Berman: Listening, Leadership, and Real Solutions
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Throughout this campaign, I’ve had the privilege of hearing directly from the people who know Westfield best — you. On doorsteps, in living rooms, on the fields, in coffee shops, and in our local businesses, you’ve shared your hopes, your ideas, and your determination to keep Westfield the extraordi...
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Letters to the Editor
A Statement From Jenn Gilmann
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Over the past several months, I’ve knocked on hundreds of doors, made countless phone calls, and attended events to meet Ward 3 neighbors. I’ve listened and learned about what matters most to you, and I’m ready to turn those conversations into action on the Town Council.My roots in community service...
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Letters to the Editor
Where I Stand on Overdevelopment: Putting Westfield First
Thursday, October 23, 2025
I am running for Mayor to preserve what makes our town special, not to change it into something unrecognizable.I want to be clear about my position on overdevelopment: any development in Westfield must always be managed carefully, because our smalltown character, history, and quality of life are on ...
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Letters to the Editor, Opinions
The Student View
Parasocial Relationships: They Don’t Know You Like You Know Them
By STELLA PUGLIESE 
Thursday, October 23, 2025
A collaboration with the Westfield High School Journalism ProgramThe lyric “I’m sorry, the old Taylor can’t come to the phone right now. Why? ‘Cause she’s dead!” has been stuck in my head ever since Taylor Swift released “The Life of a Showgirl.” The truth is, I’m disappointed. And by disappointed, ...
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Letters to the Editor
Your Vote, Your Voice – Especially When Every Vote Counts
Thursday, October 23, 2025
In Union County, we have seen firsthand how every single vote truly matters. Close elections aren’t just stories in the news—they happen right here at home. In some cases, a handful of votes can decide who represents your neighborhood, how your tax dollars are spent, and what services are prioritize...
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Letters to the Editor, Opinions
The Student View
The Dark Side of E-Bikes: Speed, Safety and the Need for Regulation
By EMILY TESSITORE 
Thursday, October 9, 2025
A collaboration with the Westfield High School Journalism ProgramIt has been hard to miss the recent deaths of young teenagers on e-bikes that have been covered incessantly on social media, by news outlets and in conversations amongst friends. However, as horrific and devastating as these accidents ...
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Letters to the Editor
Public Safety: The Cornerstone of Our Community
Thursday, October 2, 2025
As mayor, my top priority is to ensure that every resident feels safe and secure in their home, on our streets, and in our shared public spaces.Safety Starts with Supporting Our First Responders.The backbone of safety in our community are the WPD, WFD, and Rescue Squad.Westfield continually ranks as...
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Letters to the Editor
Continuing the Work: Why I’m Running for ReElection
Continuing the Work: Why I’m Running for ReElection
Thursday, October 2, 2025
I’ve served as Councilwoman in Garwood for the past three years, and this year I’ve had the honor of serving as Council President. I would like to share some of my reflections on the past three years and why I am running for re-election. Over the past few years, I’ve had the privilege of helping sha...
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Letters to the Editor
Strong School Boards are About Collaboration
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Strong school boards aren’t just about budgets and policy—they’re about collaboration. And collaboration, when done right, depends on six essential skills: communication, curiosity, empathy, feedback, flexibility, and positivity.These aren’t just buzzwords— they’re the foundation of how I work.Commu...
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Letters to the Editor
Westfield Sidewalks Need Maintenance, Repairs
Thursday, October 2, 2025
The Westfield Town Council has repeatedly highlighted to residents its maintenance success in having Town streets repaved but it has been notably silent on its glaring omission of maintenance of the Town sidewalks. Anyone walking with a stroller knows that many sidewalks are virtually impossible to ...
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The Cranford Recreation Track & Field program captured its first league championship on May 31, winning the Division 2 Lakeland League Championship in...
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Dr. Matthew Michael Boylan, Jr., D.M.D.
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Fanwood Intros Revisions to Tax Abatement Ordinance
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Fanwood Intros Revisions to Tax Abatement Ordinance
By FRED T. ROSSI 
Thursday, June 18, 2026
FANWOOD – The introduction of an ordinance to update the Borough’s existing ordinance related to tax abatements led to several extended discussions am...
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