Oktoberfest Fundraiser Raises More Than $45,000 for Local Causes
Strong From the Inside Out: A Wellness Guide for Better Bone Health
World Osteoporosis Day is October 20. Osteoporosis affects over 50 million Americans and often goes unnoticed until fractures happen. This silent disease weakens bones over time, making early understanding and prevention essential.
Bone mass peaks by age 30, but after that, breakdown overtakes new growth. Women lose bone faster after menopause due to declining estrogen—a key protector of bone density—while men’s loss starts later, around age 70. Knowing your risk helps guide prevention.
Nutrition is crucial. Calcium builds bone strength, with an RDA of 1,000 mg/day for adults up to age 50-70...
Glenn & Oria: A Father-Daughter Soundtrack of New Jersey
From Kansas beginnings to New Jersey stages, the duo reflects on performing together, shaping Shadowland, and inspiring community through music.
Photography Provided by Phyllis McQuillan
Glenn, you’ve been called a true guitar hero on the New Jersey scene and across the country. When did you first pick up a guitar, and did you know back then that it would turn into a lifelong mission of music?
My mother was a pianist and very talented. She got an acoustic guitar and started lessons. I was intrigued and told her I wanted to learn. We couldn’t afford lessons for both so she gave it up for me to...
Harmony and Hospitality: First Presbyterian Church Welcomes New Director of Choirs and Director of Family Engagement & Communications
Excitement is in the air as First Presbyterian Church of Cranford (FPCC) enters the fall season with two new faces: Dr. Tyrone Clinton, Jr. as Director of Choirs and Laura Simone as full-time Director of Family Engagement and Communications.
Dr. Tyrone Clinton, Jr. earned his Bachelor of Arts from Morehouse College, a Master of Music from Ohio State University, and a Doctor of Musical Arts from Northwestern University. He is the founder of The Unsung Collective Inc., a chamber orchestra and vocal ensemble based in Harlem, NY. A gifted conductor and dedicated educator, Tyrone brings a passion...
Beyond Barriers: Exploring Community Access Unlimited’s Impact. Part 2
Community Access Unlimited (CAU) provides a wide range of services that empower individuals with disabilities and youth at risk to build healthier, more independent, and fulfilling lives. While CAU supports individuals across many aspects of life, this article highlights three essential parts of our continuum of care: group homes, nursing, and behavioral services. Together, these programs reflect CAU’s commitment to delivering coordinated, high-quality supports that promote safety, well-being, and long-term success.
As the foundation of CAU’s continuum of care, our residential programs serve...
The Westfield Soccer Team proved triumphant in a recent game against Union, 5-0
Photography Provided by Varsity Vantage
Westfield United Fund on Display at Library
By Beth Saad
Beth Saad, executive director of the Westfield United Fund, stands in front of the newly curated display case at the Westfield Memorial Library. Photo Credit: Leila Saad
A newly curated display case at the Westfield Memorial Library highlights the Westfield United Fund’s enduring presence in the community since its founding in 1937.
Carefully curated by Erin and Ginny Malley with support from the Westfield Historical Society, the display will be up through the end of October. It coincides with the kickoff of WUF’s annual campaign, during which they will aim to raise...
Your Health Savings Account Can Be Integrated into Your Retirement Planning
When you retire, one of the biggest expenses you may be confronted with on a regular basis is health care. Even if you enroll in Medicare, you may need to pay various medical costs out-of-pocket – and, in general, costs are going up, not down. Fortunately, there are tools that can help make these expenses more manageable, one of which is a Health Savings Account, or HSA. If an HSA is available to you, you may want to explore its potential benefits.
A targeted, tax-advantaged savings tool
HSAs are savings plans associated with high-deductible health insurance policies. Many employers offer policies...
Westfield High School Senior Named Semifinalist in 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program
Westfield High School is proud to announce that senior Grace Matus has been recognized as a Semifinalist in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Grace is among more than 16,000 academically talented high school seniors nationwide who were named Semifinalists in this prestigious program, representing less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors. These students now have the opportunity to continue in the competition for approximately 6,930 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $26 million, to be awarded next spring.
To advance to the Finalist level, Semifinalists must meet high...