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Obituaries: Rith Schneider Stolpe, U.S. Navy veteran, passed away at age 88
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September 20, 2012, 3:09PM
Ruth Schneider Stolpe, 88, passed away on Aug. 20, 2012 in Sarasota, Fla. after a lengthy illness. She was born in Hoboken to the late William and Agnes Schneider. After serving in the U.S. Navy, Ruth spent her life as a devoted wife and mother. She was a resident of Cranford for 24 years before retiring to Manchester Township where... Full story »
Kenilworth community-wide garage sale to take place Oct. 6-7; registration deadline is Sept. 26
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September 20, 2012, 2:19PM
A Communitywide Garage Sale will be held in Kenilworth on Oct. 6 and Oct. 7. This major event, sponsored by the Kenilworth Historical Society, will take place, rain or shine, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. each day. Nearly 200 residences participated in Kenilworth’s Communitywide Garage Sale last fall, and this year’s participation is expected to equal... Full story »
Grocery Shopping Basics seminar to be held in Westfield Oct. 4
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September 20, 2012, 1:41PM
Union County residents are invited to take part in “Grocery Shopping Basics,” a seminar geared at teaching participants about lowering grocery bills while keeping a stock of healthy, enjoyable foods for the family. The two-hour seminar, developed by the Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Union County, will take place on Thursday, Oct. 4 from 7-9 p.m., in the county services... Full story »
Twelve Cranford residents reach incredible heights at Philmont Scout Ranch
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September 20, 2012, 12:12PM
This summer 12 Cranford residents stepped on a plane at Newark Liberty Airport to start a trip of a Boy Scout’s lifetime to Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron New Mexico. Scouts and scouters for generations have headed west to Philmont for the ultimate high adventure experience. Next year will mark the one millionth Scout to visit Boy Scouting’s ultimate... Full story »
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Primitive Skills Workshp for adults to be held at Trailside in Mountanside, Oct. 6
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September 20, 2012, 8:48AM
The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Department of Parks and Community Renewal are pleased to offer an all-day Primitive Skills workshop for adults, ages 18 and older, on Saturday, Oct. 6 from 10 a.m.. to 3:30 p.m. at the Trailside Nature and Science Center in the Watchung Reservation. “This is an empowering workshop, which is sure... Full story »
Things to do in Union County for Thursday, Sept. 20
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September 20, 2012, 6:05AM
Take a look at some of the best in photographs sent to the Cranford Chronicle during the week of Sept. 10-14. Things to do in Union County on Thursday, Sept. 20 • The Kenilworth Public Library will offer “Getting Published: 10 Things Every Writer Should Know,” a presentation by New Jersey author Jon Gibbs, at 7 p.m. on Thursday... Full story »
Three-season Cranford standout Tom Fitzgerald kicks off senior year with soccer
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September 19, 2012, 7:03PM
Put a net in front of Cranford senior Tom Fitzgerald and good things usually happen. Full story »
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Obituary: Franklin Anthony Re, 64, father of Jennifer Re Rocco of Cranford
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September 19, 2012, 5:52PM
Franklin Anthony Re, 64, of Calabash, N.C. died Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012 in Grand Strand Healthcare, Myrtle Beach, S.C. Franklin was born Oct. 21, 1947 in Jersey City, to the late Charles and Carmella Pace Re. He worked as a sheet metal worker in the construction industry for many years. He was a member of the Sheetmetal Workers Local 22... Full story »
Union County Police Captain honored for support of POW-MIA mission
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September 19, 2012, 3:03PM
Union County Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella (2nd R) and Freeholder Vice Chairman Linda Carter congratulate Union County Police Captain John White (3rd R) on being honored by Kenneth Hamilton (3rd L) and Lou Amoriello (R) of Rolling Thunder New Jersey Chapter 2 for his years of dedicated support of the POW-MIA mission. They are joined by Union County Police... Full story »
Union County's UC Tech High School in Scotch Plains earns top honors
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September 19, 2012, 12:28PM
UCTech High School in Scotch Plains has been named a Blue Ribbon School by U.S. Secretary of Education, placing it in the company of only six New Jersey schools in its category to receive the distinction. The Blue Ribbon award is one of the most prestigious national honors bestowed on an elementary, middle or high school. With this award,... Full story »
Union County Civil War Sesquicentennial Committee to host lecture on the Underground Railroad in Elizabeth
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September 19, 2012, 11:55AM
The Union County Civil War Sesquicentennial Committee invites the public to hear a special lecture by Linda Caldwell Epps about the Underground Railroad and view new displays in the Civil War Exhibition at the Union County Courthouse in Elizabeth on Thursday, Oct. 11, beginning at 2 p.m. “Union County is honored to have Linda Caldwell Epps speak here about... Full story »
Letter to the Editor: Obama's record proves many good things achieved
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September 19, 2012, 9:09AM
To the Editor: In a recent letter, reader Bill Chiletti asks "Is it possible for someone to list all of the good things that have been done by President Obama?" While space will not allow a list of all the good things, here are just a few: Credit Card Holders Bill of Rights, Tobacco Regulation of the manufacturing and marketing... Full story »
Union County Women of Excellence Award nominees sought
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September 19, 2012, 8:35AM
Members of the public are invited to submit their nominees for the 21st annual Women of Excellence awards program, sponsored by the Union County Commission on the Status of Women and the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders. “The Women of Excellence award is a wonderful opportunity for Union County residents to honor citizens who have made outstanding contributions... Full story »
Things to do in Union County for Wednesday, Sept. 19
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September 19, 2012, 6:15AM
Take a look at some of the best in photographs sent to the Cranford Chronicle during the week of Sept. 10-14. Things to do in Union County on Wednesday, Sept. 19 • The next meeting of the Union County Tea Party takes place on Wednesday, Sept. 19, at 8 p.m. at the Rustic Mill Diner at 109 North Ave.... Full story »
Kenilworth police believe burglars got in through Krauszer's roof
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September 18, 2012, 3:54PM
KENILWORTH — A Krauszer’s convenience store was burglarized with entry apparently gained through the roof in the early morning hours of Monday, Sept. 17. The Kenilworth Police Department is investigating the break-in of the store at Boulevard and Michigan Avenue. Police were summoned at about 4:30 a.m. by an employee who had arrived to open the store. Upon arriving,... Full story »
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