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Cranford Fire Department Increases Staffing, Hires First Female Firefighter and Replaces Full-Time EMT

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 8, 2025. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

During the recent Township Committee Meeting, the Committee approved the appointments of two new Firefighters including the first female Firefighter in the history of the Department. The Committee also approved the appointment of a full-time Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Chapin Taggart and Paul Richardson have been hired as Probationary Firefighters and Kayla Rajcevic was hired as a full-time EMT. Ms. Taggart will serve as the first female Firefighter in the history of the Cranford Fire Department. “I am proud of these individuals and the effort they put into the hiring process. They...

Lax Teams Cruise to Championships!

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 8, 2025. Posted in Cover Feature, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Photography Provided by Varsity Vantage In early June, the Westfield girls’ lacrosse team claimed the North Jersey, Group 4 sectional title with an 8–5 win over Ridgewood High in June. This marked their first North Group 4 crown since 2021, capped by standout postseason performances that propelled them into the Group 4 state championship, held a few days later..  Meanwhile, the Westfield boys’ squad edged past Bridgewater-Raritan, 8–7, last month, securing the North Jersey, Group 4 sectional championship. They carried that momentum into the Group 4 state championship against Kingsway, emerging...

Carrie Dunham’s Style Haven Lands in Summit

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 8, 2025. Posted in Cover Feature, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

By Tanya Dev Step inside Carrie Dunham’s newest downtown Summit boutique, and you’ll feel as if you’ve been whisked away to a chic seaside escape- without ever leaving town. From the moment you walk through the door, you’re enveloped in breezy, beach-house charm. Vibrant floral dresses and playful prints line the walls, while shimmering accessories and eye-catching handbags glisten from every shelf. Whether you’re off to brunch, strolling the boardwalk, or dressing for a black-tie affair, you’ll find pieces that bring personality to every occasion. And with stylish finds for the whole family,...

Raymond González Named 2025-2026 Union County Superintendent of the Year

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 8, 2025. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Dr. Raymond González, Superintendent of the Westfield Public School District, has been named Union County Superintendent of the Year for the 2025-2026 school year. Dr. Raymond González, Superintendent of the Westfield Public School District, has been named Union County Superintendent of the Year for the 2025-2026 school year. This honor was awarded by the Union County Superintendents’ Roundtable, a professional group dedicated to sharing best practices in educational leadership and addressing common challenges. Photo Credit: Dr. Raymond González González joined Westfield Public Schools on August...

CMC of Westfield Awards $82,000 in Scholarships to 2025 WHS Grads

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 8, 2025. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

College Men’s Club of Westfield honored its 2025 scholarship recipients with a reception at the home of CMC Trustee, Terry O’Connor. Standing left to right is CMC President David Germond; scholarship winners Niko Pierce, Griffin Scholder, Herman Krasnozhenov, and Jake Stinton; and CMC Scholarship Chair Ryan Clark. The College Men’s Club of Westfield (CMC) recently held a reception at the home of CMC Trustee, Terry O’Connor to honor the four 2025 recipients of the club’s multi-year college scholarships. Ryan Clark, CMC Scholarship Committee Chair, introduced this year’s scholarship winners and...

Atlantic Health System proudly welcomes Saad Ehtisham, DHA, FACHE, as its new president and chief executive officer, effective July 30, 2025

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 8, 2025. Posted in SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Ehtisham is a distinguished leader who has guided and transformed health care organizations for more than two decades. His expertise in not-for-profit and for-profit health care organizations encompasses acute care operations, strategic planning and market growth, physician engagement, nursing, graduate medical education, financial performance, and philanthropy. Respected for his patient-centric mindset and collaborative partnerships with clinical leaders, Ehtisham looks forward to many new opportunities to advance Atlantic Health’s mission to build healthier communities. “Patients and families...

WPS named among the “Best Communities for Music” for 8th Consecutive Year

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 8, 2025. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

For the eighth consecutive year, the Westfield Public School District has earned recognition as one of the ‘Best Communities for Music Education.’ This prestigious accolade, awarded by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation, honors districts for their exceptional commitment to providing comprehensive music education opportunities to every student. “Receiving the 2025 NAMM Best Communities for Music Education Award for eight years in a row is a tremendous honor and a testament to the unwavering commitment of our students, dedicated educators, supportive...

Overlook Auxillary Celebrates During Annual Spring Luncheon

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 8, 2025. Posted in Cover Feature, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

With gratitude in full bloom, the Overlook Auxiliary welcomed more than 100 guests to its Annual Spring Luncheon on May 15th at the picturesque Baltusrol Golf Club. Embracing a joyful baby shower theme, the event celebrated the Auxiliary’s deep commitment to supporting Overlook Medical Center with imaginative volunteering and fundraising efforts. This meaningful gathering was made possible in part thanks to the generous support of sponsor Lisa Neira and Corient Wealth Management. Attendees were honored to hear from two guest speakers: Dr. April Graham, Pediatric Physician with Atlantic...

Navigating New Distribution Rules with Inherited IRAs

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 8, 2025. Posted in Financial advice, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

An inherited individual retirement account (IRA) is a potential financial windfall that may create new opportunities to achieve your financial goals. If you are a beneficiary currently or expect to be one in the future, you should know recent legal changes on inherited IRAs can result in costly implications if not followed properly. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has clarified rules included in the SECURE Act (which Congress passed in 2019) that are important for IRA beneficiaries to understand. Read on to determine if these new rules are applicable to your situation. Different beneficiaries...

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