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In today's newsletter:
- Did barking dogs just stop two Christmas morning break-ins in Cranford?
- How DNA and video unraveled a deadly Fanwood house fire case
- How Cranford’s rivals powered a stunning upset in the pool
Today's riddle: I’m trying to think of a new cloud joke. 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Sunday: Rain and drizzle in the p.m., with a high of 35 and low of 32 degrees.
- Monday: A.M. rain; windy in the p.m., temps: high: 51, low: 27.
- Tuesday: Very windy; colder, with a high of 32 and low of 25 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Barking Dogs Foil Attempted Break-Ins at Two Cranford Homes Christmas Morning (tapinto.net) — Two Cranford homes on Cranford Avenue and Elizabeth Avenue saw attempted break-ins early Christmas morning, but barking dogs scared off the suspects. Police say thieves are targeting high-end vehicles, urge residents to lock cars and homes, and ask anyone with security footage to contact Cranford detectives. Authorities warn similar incidents are rising in nearby towns as well. 
Find out what's happening in Cranfordfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
• Fanwood neighbor charged with murder traced to arson by DNA, video (mycentraljersey.com) — A Fanwood man has been charged with murder and arson in a July house fire that killed his 82-year-old neighbor, after investigators linked him to the scene through DNA, gasoline traces, and surveillance video. The defendant is represented by Cranford attorney Steven Wukovits and is scheduled for a February plea disposition conference in Union County Superior Court, a case many local residents will be watching closely.
• Joint Motion Physical Therapy Athletes of the Week: Scotch Plains-Fanwood Boys Swimming's Harrison McClure and Aaron Frank (tapinto.net) — Cranford swim fans will notice their team mentioned as a key rival in Scotch Plains-Fanwood’s recent standout performances. SPF swimmers Aaron Frank and Harrison McClure earned Athlete of the Week honors after big wins over Cranford and longtime powerhouse Westfield, highlighted by multiple event victories and a dramatic relay comeback.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Cranford
- SHOULDA 7:00
Cranford Dramatic Club Theatre , 78 Winans Ave , Cranford - NEW YEARS EVE
Cranford Dramatic Club Theatre , 78 Winans Ave , Cranford - NEW YEARS DAY
Cranford Dramatic Club Theatre , 78 Winans Ave , Cranford - Ice Hockey: Boys Developmental vs. Montclair (Home)
Westfield High School , 550 Dorian Road , Westfield
4:40 pm - SHOULDA 12:00-6:00
Cranford Dramatic Club Theatre , 78 Winans Ave , Cranford - Ice Hockey: Girls Varsity vs. Madison (Away)
Westfield High School , 550 Dorian Road , Westfield
8:00 pm - WILD 3:00PM - 5:15
Cranford Dramatic Club Theatre , 78 Winans Ave , Cranford - Bowling: Varsity (Date Changed from 01-09-26) vs. Scotch Plains-Fanwood (Home)
Westfield High School , 550 Dorian Road , Westfield
4:00 pm
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🗓 Events Nearby
- John Mazzarella Trio
Maddy Rose Restaurant at Liberty House , 76 Audrey Zapp Dr Floor 1 , Jersey City
12:00 pm - Woodbridge History Museum - Open Every Sunday
Woodbridge Township, NJ Calendar
1:00 pm - Basketball: Boys Varsity vs. Rumson (Away)
Westfield High School , 550 Dorian Road , Westfield
4:00 pm - PAL 'Meet & Greet with KPOP Demon Hunters'
PAL , New Brunswick
8:00 pm
Sunday December 28
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🗞 Nearby News
Kenilworth
- Photos: Kenilworth's Harding Elementary Celebrates 67th Day of School (tapinto.net)
- Important Message from Kenilworth Police Department Regarding Weather Storm Watch (tapinto.net)
Westfield
- Winter Weather Emergency Guidelines For Westfield: What You Need To Know (patch.com)
Union
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