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Greetings Cranford! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Did your security camera catch this Central Avenue burglary attempt?
  • How one Cranford burger shop’s plea sparked a wave of support
  • How Cranford standout Michael Daly lost a thriller in Atlantic City

Today's riddle: What two things can you never eat for breakfast? . 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Becoming windier; a.m. rain, with a high of 51 and low of 26 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Very windy; colder, temps: high: 32, low: 25.
  • Wednesday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 34 and low of 23 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Police investigate attempted home burglary on Central Avenue in Cranford (shorenewsnetwork.com) — Police are investigating an attempted home burglary on Central Avenue in Cranford, part of a wider pattern of overnight crimes targeting high-end vehicles in the region. Officers urge residents to lock cars and homes, remove key fobs, and check security cameras. Anyone with surveillance footage from the area is asked to contact Cranford detectives.
   

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• Economic Pressures Mount for Cranford Businesses, Prompting Call for Support (tapinto.net) — Longtime Cranford favorites Papa Ganache and Fresh Press Juice Co. have closed, highlighting the financial strain on local businesses and prompting a heartfelt plea for support from Urban Burger’s owner. His social media post sparked a huge surge in orders and donations, drawing help from Cranford residents and even out-of-state supporters. The story underscores how much local shops still depend on steady, ongoing community backing.
   

• After blood round berth as frosh, sophomore at N.J. power downs state placer in Cali finals (nj.com subscription) — Cranford state medalist Michael Daly was edged 11-8 in a thrilling 120-pound final at the Sam Cali Invitational, falling in the closing seconds to St. Peter’s Prep sophomore Robbie Rodriguez. The Atlantic City tournament, packed with state medalists and qualifiers, is shaping early-season expectations for top New Jersey wrestlers and could preview what Cranford fans might see in Boardwalk Hall this March.
   

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    • Friday January 2
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    • Sunday January 4
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  • Ice Hockey: Girls Varsity vs. Madison (Away)
    Westfield High School , 550 Dorian Road , Westfield
    8:00 pm
    • Monday January 5
  • WILD 3:00PM - 5:15
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  • Bowling: Varsity (Date Changed from 01-09-26) vs. Scotch Plains-Fanwood (Home)
    Westfield High School , 550 Dorian Road , Westfield
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🗞 Nearby News

Kenilworth

  • Kenilworth Recap: Santa's Express Photo Gallery, St. Thersea's Living Nativity, KPD Message & More (tapinto.net)
  • Photos: Kenilworth's Harding Elementary Celebrates 67th Day of School (tapinto.net)
  • Michigan Deli Athletes of the Week: Georgia Sode & Joe Squaillaro (tapinto.net)

Westfield

  • Westfield Board of Education Receives Results of Annual Financial Audit (tapinto.net)
  • Joint Motion Physical Therapy Athletes of the Week: Scotch Plains-Fanwood Boys Swimming's Harrison McClure and Aaron Frank (tapinto.net)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Lunch and dinner. (From Norine S.)
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