By John Coccaro
The high school experience is the peak of adolescence, where the lessons you learn, people you meet, and activities you engage in form the basis of your character for years to come. For students looking to express themselves, find a sense of belonging. and bolster their resumes, there is no activity more fulfilling than music.
Just as the theatrical aspect of performing arts has given me new found self-confidence, the CHS choir program has given me a family. There are three stages of choir at Cranford High School. The first stage of entry level courses are Treble and Tenor-Bass...
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Congrats to the Westfield HS Boys and Girls Soccer teams in winning the 2022 Union County Tournament Championships. The boys team defeated Elizabeth 1-0 and the girls team defeated Scotch Plains in Penalty Kicks.
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Family member names Nicole Buggé-Viciedo
Type of Breed Corgi
PET’S NAME Minion
MALE OR FEMALE Female
PET’s AGE 3 years old
Where/why did you get your pet?
We both grew up with dogs and have always wanted one of our own when the timing was right. Nicole fell in love with Corgis, their goofy personalities and adorable fluffy butts. We were so happy to get Minion from Ohio and she flew to NYC to meet us!
Is there a story behind your pet’s name?
Nicole came up with the name Minion and there was no negotiation on what her name would be. Nicole loves the Despicable Me movies and always wanted to...
By Lily Terhune
The Saturday Local is your local food inspiration in the Cranford area and beyond! Follow @TheSaturdayLocal on Instagram and Facebook to stay in the know about new restaurants, drool worthy dishes, and places to visit in the area.
Steak Burrito — California Burritos
Short Rib Nachos and Chips and Guacamole — Agave MX
Sesame Ginger...
Watching your investments take a tumble in the stock market generally isn’t a fun experience. But seasoned investors know that market volatility – and the inherent ups and downs that come with it — is a natural part of the process, and that historical trends show that market swings even out over time.
In the right conditions, a market drop can even present opportunities, such as with tax loss harvesting.
If this concept intrigues you – particularly in light of recent stock index declines – here’s what you should know:
A potential tax-saving strategy
The tax loss harvesting strategy...
By Lily Young
I began working as Jackson’s TOPSoccer Buddy when he was in first grade and I was in 8th grade. This fall will mark our fifth year playing together. TOPSoccer has been, without a doubt, one of my favorite things I’ve ever been part of here in Cranford, and I encourage any athlete in town to become a buddy.
TOPSoccer is a program that pairs kids who need extra support with a volunteer buddy, so that every child has an opportunity to learn and play soccer at their own pace. Per the Cranford Soccer Club’s website the goal of the program “is to enable these athletes to develop their...
Name: Peter
Family Names: Eric, Jessica, Richie & Andrew
Pet: Elsa
Age/Grade: 16 years old, 10th grade
School: Montgomery Academy
Peter Fekete was born with a chromosomal disorder called Jacobsen Syndrome. His entire life, he has had to work hard for things that come naturally to other kids. But when he puts his mind to it, he can achieve anything.
Tell us a bit about yourself. What are your interests and activities?
I really like to play and watch sports. I play basketball for my school’s team. In town, I play Top Soccer and Buddy Ball. The Yankees, Nets and Devils are my favorite pro...
Your Names: Jennifer + Brian Kirby
Child’s Name: Sansa Lorelei
Pets (if applicable): Jiji
Company Name: Talisman Wealth Advisors
Website: www.talismanwealthadvisors.com
Phone Number: 908-519-8120
Email: jennifer@talismanwealthadvisors.com
Why did you decide to raise your daughter in Cranford?
When our daughter was little, we were in Jersey City and decided that we wanted a change. So we started looking for a true community — somewhere that has everything Cranford has — a family-centered culture, a good school system, a walkable downtown, and access to public transportation.
We visited...