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A special Township Committee meeting has been scheduled after officials were forced to reject bids because of an administrative error.
Authorities said the Scotch Plains man was charged with assault following the incident.
The public will have an opportunity to comment before council members enter a closed session to discuss affordable housing matters.
Officials say the Rahway River project will be rebid as quickly as possible because of its importance to flood protection.
The recent Cranford High School graduate was selected in the 16th round of the 2026 Major League Baseball Draft.
Residents waiting for their third-quarter property tax bills will have extra time to pay while officials await the final tax rate.
Residents will have one more chance to purchase retired street signs that once lined roads throughout town.
Officials are reminding residents to take precautions as high heat and humidity move into the area.
The renovated Children's Room opens July 22, but some residents say changes outside the library deserve another look.
A student-led group has cleaned local streams and removed surprising debris during three community cleanups.
A $15,000 firefighter donation will help support plans to update the longtime tribute to local veterans.
A resident reported unauthorized withdrawals from multiple accounts, with the loss totaling more than $11,000.
Work will begin this summer on a project replacing two aging fields and adding improvements for athletes and residents.
The Borough Council honored a local youth group for a year of volunteer service.
Drivers may encounter road closures and detours at several locations through Frida
William Thilly, known for a breakdance protest at a meeting, refused to stop speaking. Police say an officer was injured removing him.
Town officials are considering possible changes after an April dog attack at Tamaques Park.
Residents can watch two matches on the Village Green with food, music and activities for the whole famil
Cranford updated its zoning rules as AI data centers grow larger and more complex.
A new policy could bring more film and television productions to town, but some residents want answers about possible disruptions.
