Art exhibits. Butterflies. Rainbow crosswalks. Murals. Holiday decor. A large spotlight shines on the way Councilwoman Dawn Mackey engenders town pride amongst our residents and fosters economic development for our local businesses. While these efforts take center stage, it is time to shine a light ...

The Brindle administration’s smart growth plan was full of promises. It promised to “strive to preserve the attributes of our hometown character.” It hasn’t. Westfield was once considered a safe place to live. Now we have to lock our cars or they may be stolen. Most recently, a home break-in turned ...

As a business owner in downtown Westfield, I would like to share my experience as a member of the community and weigh in on the support for re-electing Mayor Brindle. February 25, 2020 is a day I will never forget. Seven years after having opened Akai Lounge on 102 E. Broad Street as an extension of...

Home Invasion Suspect Arrested JOINT STATEMENT FROM MAYOR BRINDLE AND CHIEF BATTILORO

Prior to retiring two years ago, I worked as an educator in the New Brunswick School District, and worked with Clarissa Nolde for 10 years as a colleague and also during my tenure as head music teacher in the district. We often collaborated on aspects of the music program, particularly with respect ...

In my opinion, public servants are the sum of their experience and the inherent qualities they possess. With over 25 years working in local, state and county government across New Jersey, there is no doubt that Jeff Jotz has the necessary experience. But for those who don’t know Jeff, I can offer yo...

GARWOOD — The Garwood Board of Education met on Monday to discuss the progress of the Garwood school district. During this meeting, board members addressed the changes that are coming for the Gifted and Talented program. Board of Education member Denise Ridente gave the committee report on education...

SCOTCH PLAINS — At last Thursday’s Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Joan Mast, Ed.D., said she was in discussions with the local department of health about reducing the currently required 14-day quarantine. “We have not seen any strong evidence of in-school transmissi...

Come visit the FUMC Pumpkin Patch and choose from over 1,700 pumpkins to buy your perfect pumpkin! All proceeds go to local feeding ministries. First United Methodist Church of Westfield on 1 East Broad Street, Westfield (parking accessible from Ferris Place). Pumpkin patch: Monday – Friday from 2 p...

Last month I wrote about how to begin discussions about money with your younger children. This month’s focus is on how to expand these discussions to engage and empower your teens. Consider some of the following suggestions: · Explain the concept of paying yourself first – As the earning years begin...