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Nicole Bitette is the editor for the Westfield and Cranford Patch sites. Nicole began at Patch in August 2012. Prior to covering Westfield and Cranford, Nicole was the Assistant Editor for Union County, focusing mostly on Scotch Plains-Fanwood and briefly Summit. She also spent several months covering Woodbridge Township. Nicole graduated from Seton Hall University, Cum Laude, with a B.A. in Journalism.
Before starting at Patch, she tried out the New York magazine world, by working as an Editorial Assistant for the national shelter magazine, Traditional Home Magazine, due to her interest in design and home decorating. However, Nicole came back to her love for local news at the number one place for it, here at Patch!
In the past few years she has worked for The Setonian, the official campus newspaper of Seton Hall and WSOU, the award winning radio station at Seton Hall.
She has also written for an online local news publication, The Alternative Press, in Maplewood and South Orange.
Right now she is trying to get to know who's who in Westfield and she looks forward to meeting you. Please do not hesitate to email or call her with any possible stories or concerns.
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The PTA will provide questions to ask of the candidates.
Mayor Mahr and Council Members discussed their feelings on whether or not to appeal the decision of approval for the consolidation study.
Ribbon cutting celebrates the updated park.
A look at the Oct. 16, Scotch Plains Council meeting agenda.
Superintendent, Margaret W. Hayes, announced goals at Thursday's Board of Education meeting.
Fundraiser at the home of Freeholder Chairman, Al Mirabella on Oct. 23.
On Nov. 9 the cafeteria of the High School will be turned into a pub, save $5 by ordering tickets in advance.
Donna Dolce writes to endorse Fanwood candidates, Jack Molenaar and Dan Levine.
The following information was provided by the Scotch Plains Police Department. Arrests do not indicate convictions.
Scotch Plains Public Library receives grant to expand global initiative.
The teens are a part of JB's Harmonica, a children's musical, last show date this Saturday.
The following information was provided by Fanwood Police Department. Arrests do not indicate convictions.
Music booster organization to host its annual pasta night on Oct. 24.
The Students Concerned for the Needy group will be collecting new pajamas until Nov. 7.
Students from UC Tech addressed Congressman Lance with questions and presentations.
Cell towers will replace current PSE&G towers while they undergo upgrades.
Fanwood-Scotch Plains Service League Thrift Shop selling costumes for the whole family.
Sean Flannery, the former Fanwood Pub owner, has launched a line of shoes with retractable heels.
Here are details on Thursday's debate between Vice President Joe Biden and Congressman Paul Ryan.