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In today's newsletter:

  • New crosswalks and sidewalks aim to protect families near Adams Park
  • How will Cranford’s three new officers and four recruits change policing?

Also on today's calendar: Art of Living Part 1 Program in the presence of Gurudev and 9 more events.

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Today's riddle: The doctor told me to drink carrot juice after a hot bath. - Did it help? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Breezy with clouds and sun, with a high of 44 and low of 27 degrees.
  • Thursday: Clouds and sun, temps: high: 46, low: 40.
  • Friday: Becoming windier; a.m. rain, with a high of 56 and low of 28 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 'An Accident Waiting To Happen': Cranford Unveils New Safety Features Near Adams Park (patch.com) — Cranford residents now have safer access around Adams Park thanks to new sidewalks, crosswalks, a raised crossing, and ADA ramps funded by the local Pedestrian Safety Improvement Fund and state transportation dollars. Township leaders, police, and local sports representatives highlighted how the upgrades protect children and families walking between the playgrounds, softball fields, school, and nearby homes.
   

• Cranford Raises Officer Cap to 57, Along with New Promotions and Four Probationary Appointments (tapinto.net) — Cranford’s Township Committee has approved raising the police department’s authorized strength from 54 to 57 officers, expanding the patrol division and smoothing over retirements. Two officers were promoted to sergeant, one to lieutenant, and four Cranford residents were appointed as probationary officers who will train at the police academy before joining local patrols.
   

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    Wednesday December 17
  • Restorative Chair Yoga
    Temple Emanu-El , 1 E 65th St , New York
    11:00 am
    • Thursday December 18
  • Bowling: Varsity vs. Linden (Home)
    Westfield High School , 550 Dorian Road , Westfield
    4:00 pm
  • Basketball: Boys Freshman vs. Scotch Plains-Fanwood (Away)
    Westfield High School , 550 Dorian Road , Westfield
    4:00 pm
  • Basketball: Girls Varsity vs. Plainfield (Home)
    Westfield High School , 550 Dorian Road , Westfield
    4:00 pm
  • Basketball: Girls JV vs. Plainfield (Home)
    Westfield High School , 550 Dorian Road , Westfield
    5:30 pm
  • Basketball: Boys JV vs. Scotch Plains-Fanwood (Away)
    Westfield High School , 550 Dorian Road , Westfield
    5:30 pm
  • Swimming: Boys Varsity vs. Governor Livingston (Away)
    Westfield High School , 550 Dorian Road , Westfield
    6:15 pm
  • Swimming: Girls Varsity vs. Governor Livingston (Away)
    Westfield High School , 550 Dorian Road , Westfield
    6:15 pm
    • Wednesday December 24
  • Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
    First Presbyterian Church of Cranford, NJ , 11 Springfield Ave , Cranford
    8:00 pm

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  • December Serenade at CDC Theatre —Maureen Monroe Read on Patch
  • Cranford Knights of Columbus Supported 2025 Franciscan Charities Annual Fall Coat Drive —John J. Doolan Read on Patch
  • Union County College posted a job opening for Philosophy Adjunct Faculty (DAY COURSES) - Spring 2026 in Cranford. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Kenilworth's Jimmy Buff's to Celebrate 15 Years on the Boulevard with Buy One, Get One Free Deal (tapinto.net)
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