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A Winter Invitation from Reeves-Reed Arboretum

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on January 3, 2026. Posted in Cover Feature, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Winter invites us to slow down, look more closely, and discover beauty in unexpected places—and there’s no better place to accept that invitation than at Reeves-Reed Arboretum in Summit. As the new year begins, the Arboretum welcomes the community to step outside and reconnect with nature through a thoughtfully curated lineup of winter programs for children, teens, and adults. From hands-on, nature-based activities for young explorers to immersive learning experiences for adults, winter programs at Reeves-Reed Arboretum offer meaningful ways to engage with the landscape and experience the season...

Local Sports

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on January 3, 2026. Posted in Cover Feature, Local Sports, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Westfield High School’s girls hockey team opened the 2025 season with a 10–3 win over Cranford on Dec. 5. Westfield jumped out early and maintained control throughout the game, using balanced scoring and sustained offensive pressure. Senior Lauren Delaney (#7) led the Blue Devils with four goals and two assists, while senior Hannah Gold (#48) added two goals and one assist. Westfield’s offense capitalized on multiple scoring opportunities, while the defense limited Cranford’s chances as the game progressed. Photography Provided by Varsity Vantage

Cranford Jaycees Spread Holiday Cheer with Santa Deliveries & Toy Drive

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on January 2, 2026. Posted in Cover Feature, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Last month, the Cranford Jaycees once again brought holiday magic to the community with their annual Santa Deliveries & Toy Drive. The beloved tradition, run in partnership with the Cranford Police and Fire Departments, invited residents to drop off unwrapped toy donations as well as wrapped gifts for Santa to deliver right to children’s homes. The Jaycees’ efforts not only helped spread smiles across Cranford but also supported families in need during the season. Community members were encouraged to sign up and participate through the group’s social media channels in the weeks leading up...

Cranford Knights Help Worthy Families Keep Warm this Upcoming Winter

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on January 2, 2026. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Cranford Knights of Columbus Council # 6226 Supported the 2025 Franciscan Annual Coat Drive The Cranford Knights of Columbus Council # 6226 recently supported the 2025 Franciscan Charities Fall Coat Drive in Newark, led by Brother Keith Santulli. Over several weeks, Brother Knight volunteers collected, sorted, and delivered hundreds of articles of clothing donated by St. Michael’s Church parishioners, with over 15 contractor-sized bags of donations in total. On November 15th, Brother Knights delivered all that was collected and helped distribute more than 1,500 coats, hats, gloves, and scarves...

College Men’s Club Holding Its 23rd Annual “Friday Night at the Fights”

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on January 2, 2026. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

A typical holiday cocktail? Easily 300+ calories, sometimes moThe Westfield College Men’s Club (CMC) has announced that tickets are still available for its 23rd annual Boxing Night fundraiser, which is set for Friday, February 6th. Doors will open at 6:30 pm and the first fight should commence at 7:30 pm. The bouts will once again be held at the Kenilworth Veteran’s Center at 33 South 21st Street in Kenilworth, NJ. “Friday Night at the Fights” has traditionally been the CMC’s largest annual fundraiser and last year grossed over $70,000 to benefit the club’s scholarship fund. There...

Beyond Barriers: Advocacy in Action. Part 5

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on January 2, 2026. Posted in SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Last year, one individual we support, Yasin, celebrated ten years with Community Access Unlimited (CAU). At 33 years old, he is a gifted artist, writer and advocate. Yasin recently completed a memoir titled “Life is Not Roses” in which he bravely shared his story as a young person with disabilities, growing up in a challenging family environment. His memoir highlights the challenges he faced and insightful reflections on getting through difficult times and various other themes such as his experiences at the Special Olympics. Having moved from a restrictive institutional setting to a positive...

Westfield Teens Lead “Sticker Shock” Campaign to Curb Underage Drinking

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on January 2, 2026. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

This holiday season, Westfield teens took the lead in raising awareness about underage drinking through the “Sticker Shock” campaign. The Westfield Youth Peer Leadership Group partnered with House of Wine & Liquor on North Avenue and ShopRite Wines & Spirits on South Avenue East to remind adults of the legal consequences of providing alcohol to minors. Bright stickers placed on alcohol products serve as a clear warning: supplying alcohol to anyone under 21 is illegal and can carry penalties of up to six months in jail or a $1,000 fine. “The message is stronger when it comes from young...

Rising Tennis Talent

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on January 2, 2026. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Cavan Donnelly Takes the MSG Stage Cavan Donnelly, a 13-year-old tennis standout from Westfield, New Jersey, was selected to play in a featured juniors exhibition match at Madison Square Garden last month as part of The Garden Cup, which opened the night of professional tennis that included top ATP and WTA stars. His exhibition match against another top national junior kicked off the Garden Cup event, giving the Westfield player a rare chance to compete on one of the sport’s most iconic stages. Cavan captured multiple titles at top USTA national events and was ranked as high as No. 5 in the...

Important Advice for the ‘Sandwich Generation’

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on January 2, 2026. Posted in Financial advice, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

If you’re between the ages of 35 and 60, you may be feeling a financial pinch from both your growing — or grown — children and your aging parents or in-laws.1 You may also find yourself juggling your work commitments and the expectations of family members for your time and support. As a member of what’s known as the sandwich generation, you’re not alone. Unlike previous generations where children left their homes earlier and more permanently, today children tend to live at home longer — or move out and return over time, sometimes with their own children in tow. And parents tend to live longer,...