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Westfield High School National Merit Finalists

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on April 1, 2024. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Five Westfield High School 12th graders have been named 2024 National Merit Finalists. (L-R) Jacob Blaustein, Nathan Reynders, Tage Mehta, Yenjay Hu, Kathryn Kengeri, and WHS principal Mary Asfendis. Pictured in Fall 2023 as Merit Semifinalists. Photo Credit: Westfield Public Schools Westfield High School 12th graders Jacob Blaustein, Yenjay Hu, Kathryn Kengeri, Tage Mehta, and Nathan Reynders have advanced as finalists in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program, having met academic and other standards to become eligible for scholarships. The selection of 7,100 Merit Scholarship winners...

Strategies to Protect Your Goals from Consistent Inflation

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on April 1, 2024. Posted in Financial advice, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

If you’re like most investors, you’ve noticed the impact of higher inflation in recent years – whether at the gas pump or the grocery store. American investors are experiencing the effects of prolonged inflation for the first time since the early 1980s. As a result, many are concerned about how inflation levels will impact their ability to reach their long-term financial goals. While it may not be possible to avoid the effects of inflation altogether, there are several strategies investors can utilize to mitigate the impact of inflation on their financial plan. Here are three investment considerations...

Meet Local Mom, Sandi Tullo has been baking up a storm since 2020!

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on April 1, 2024. Posted in Local Mom, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Name Sandi Tullo Company name Scotch Plains/Fanwood Public Schools & my small business The Loaf Lady Contact Info sanditullo@gmail.com / 646-201-2043 Family (names/ages) Rich/ husband, Tobey / son 16 years old Pets Herky & Bailey – our adorable pups Job Title Instructional Aide How long have you lived here and what brought you to town? My husband Rich and I moved to Cranford in May 2007 when I was pregnant with our son, Tobey, who was born in August 2007. We moved here because we had close friends who lived in Westfield, and we fell in love with the area. Our friends told us...

Celebrating Youth Art Month

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on April 1, 2024. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Photo Credit: Westfield Public Schools Works of art by Westfield Public Schools students in grades K-12 are displayed at the Center for Creativity at the Rialto, the Westfield Memorial Library, and the preview center at One Westfield Place. The Westfield Public School District celebrated Youth Art Month in March, with colorful and creative displays at the Center for Creativity at the Rialto, the Westfield Memorial Library, and the preview center at One Westfield Place. The community enjoyed paintings, drawings, and sculpture designed by more than 180 students from kindergarten to twelfth...

Tooth Talk by Dr. Ken Periodontal Disease

Written by Dr. Kenneth W. Arida on April 1, 2024. Posted in ask Dr. Ken, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Company: Dentistry by Dr. Arida Location: 131 S. Euclid Ave, Westfield NJ Phone: 908-654-6262 Hello Doctor! What’s on your radar this month? This month’s column is about Periodontal (Gum) Disease. What is it and how is it caused? The Periodontium is the soft and hard tissue foundation of your teeth. It is comprised of your gums (gingiva) and the bone in your upper and lower jaw that holds your teeth in your jaw. Periodontitis is a destructive disease that causes swelling and bleeding of the gums along with destruction of the supporting bone around your teeth. It is caused by bacteria...

Celebrating 50 Years of Educating and Inspiring Community Through Nature: Reeves-Reed Arboretum Marks Milestone Anniversary

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on March 11, 2024. Posted in Cover Feature, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Reeves-Reed Arboretum, a beloved sanctuary for nature enthusiasts and a beacon of environmental stewardship, is thrilled to announce its golden jubilee as it commemorates 50 years of serving the community. Since its inception in 1974, Reeves-Reed Arboretum has remained dedicated to preserving biodiversity, fostering environmental education, and providing a serene oasis for visitors to connect with the natural world. As Reeves-Reed Arboretum reflects on five decades of growth and achievement, it invites the public to join in honoring this significant milestone. Events, programs, and initiatives...

Meet local pet Pepper a rescue puppy with “cat-like” characteristics and the star of the Instagram page @pepperjackcheesedog

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on March 4, 2024. Posted in Local Pet, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Family member names Chris, Rob, Caroline, and RJ Miskewitz Type of Breed Cavalier King Charles Spaniel mix PET’S NAME Pepper MALE OR FEMALE Female PET’s AGE 1 Where/why did you get your pet? We adopted her from a nonprofit rescue organization, White Diamond Double Merle Dane Rescue, located in South Jersey. I love Spaniels and I was following the organization’s journey to rescue the litter of Cavalier mix pups from a puppy mill in Ohio. Anything special or unusual about your pet? Her given name was Cheese, so we decided to change her name to a type of cheese. Pepper is...

A Heartfelt Celebration of Community and Awareness in Tamaques Park

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on March 4, 2024. Posted in WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Organization: Community Options Enterprise Location: 200 East Grove Street Westfield, NJ 07090 Contact Information: Karima Boyd (973) 564-7557 What is Cupid’s Chase 5K? Founded in February 1989 by CEO Robert Stack, Community Options is a national non-profit organization with a vision to develop housing and employment opportunities throughout New Jersey. One of the ways they manifest this vision is through the annual Cupid’s Chase 5k mile race, aimed at raising awareness, compassion, and love for individuals with disabilities. Hosted by Community Options, this race takes place...

Meet local kid Mary Ryan, a dynamic fourth grader who excels at building LEGO sets and drawing with aspirations of becoming a teacher

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on March 4, 2024. Posted in Local Kids, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Spotlight: Name: Elizabeth Boyd Age: 8 Grade/school: 3rd/Orange Avenue School Family Member Names: John, Robin and Jackson Something unique about me: My dad is in the Army and on a Military Deployment in Uzbekistan. When I grow up, I want to be: Geologist. I love to collect and investigate different types of rocks. I am very interested in learning about the history of the earth. Favorites Activities/Hobbies: Playing softball and basketball. I love to ride my bike, hike, camp, swim, paint/draw, and play with my big brother. Animal: Tiger Color: Blue Food: Ice cream Movies:...