Vehicle fire causes temporary ramp closure on Garden State Parkway in Cranford
CRANFORD, N.J. — A vehicle fire on the Garden State Parkway northbound near Exit 137 (Route 28, Cranford Township) temporarily shut down the Exit 139 northbound entrance ramp Wednesday morning. According to…
Friday Flashback: 85-Year-Old Photo Shows Cranford Police Officer at the Range
CRANFORD, N.J. — The Cranford Police Department took a trip down memory lane Friday, sharing a historical photo from the late 1940s featuring Lt. Harry Page at the Shotgun Range, now known…
Cranford Worker Threatened with Knife by Customer at Local Business
CRANFORD, NJ – A Linden man was arrested on weapons charges and terroristic threats after allegedly threatening an employee with a knife at a Cranford business, police said. The incident occurred on…
Cranford schools to open on delay Thursday due to winter storm
CRANFORD, N.J. — Cranford Public Schools will have a delayed opening Thursday due to an impending winter storm, police announced. The Cranford Police Department shared the update on social media, directing parents…
Essex County man arrested on firearms charges after Cranford traffic stop
CRANFORD, N.J. — A 24-year-old Essex County man was arrested Tuesday night after police found a loaded firearm during a motor vehicle stop on Centennial Avenue, authorities said. At approximately 10:33 p.m.,…
Cranford police investigate residential burglary on Willow Street
CRANFORD, NJ — A homeowner on Willow Street returned from work early Monday morning to find their front door open and their residence ransacked, prompting an investigation by the Cranford Police Department.…
Middlesex County man arrested on stolen firearm charges after Cranford police stop
CRANFORD, N.J. — A Piscataway man was arrested early Friday morning after Cranford police discovered a loaded, stolen firearm during a motor vehicle stop on Raritan Road. The incident occurred at approximately…
Matthew R. Nazzaro Appointed as New Police Chief in Cranford
Matthew R. Nazzaro Appointed as New Police Chief **Cranford, NJ** - Matthew R. Nazzaro was sworn in as the twelfth Police Chief of the Cranford Police Department on Tuesday. The swearing-in ceremony…
Two Elizabeth porch pirates charged for thefts in Cranford
CRANFORD, NJ — Two men from Elizabeth, New Jersey, were arrested and charged after police investigated the theft of packages containing children’s toys from a residential porch in Cranford over the weekend.…
Downtown Cranford Hosts Howl-o-Ween Pet Parade and Dance Fest
CRANFORD, NJ – On Sunday, October 27, Eastman Street in Cranford will be the place to be for pet lovers as the annual Howl-o-Ween Pet Parade kicks off at 11 a.m. The…
State grand jury declines to charge Cranford officers in fatal Parkway shooting
TRENTON, N.J. — A state grand jury has decided not to file criminal charges against Cranford Police Officers Christopher Folinusz and Ryan McSharry in connection with the fatal shooting of a Perth…
Cranford Police Engage with High School Students Through Educational Program
Cranford, NJ – On Thursday, the Cranford Police Department’s Juvenile Unit conducted an educational program at Cranford High School. The initiative, known as “Police and Teens Together,” was delivered to Criminal Justice…
Downtown Cranford to Host Howl-o-Ween Pet Parade and Dance Fest
CRANFORD, NJ – On Sunday, October 27, 2024, pet owners and Halloween enthusiasts are invited to Downtown Cranford for the Howl-o-Ween Pet Parade, starting at 11:00 AM on Eastman Street. This lively…
Cranford Police Investigating Residential Burglary and BMW Theft on Manor Avenue
CRANFORD, N.J. — The Cranford Police Department is investigating a residential burglary and motor vehicle theft that occurred early on the morning of August 20, 2024. At approximately 6:26 a.m., officers were…
Traffic Disruption in Cranford Due to Transformer Issue
CRANFORD, NJ—Lincoln Avenue is closed between Mansion Terrace and Stratford Terrace following a transformer issue. The incident, which occurred at approximately 8:05 p.m. EDT on Sunday, also led to the failure of…
Cranford Memorial Day Parade Cancelled Due to Weather, Indoor Service Scheduled
CRANFORD, NJ—The Cranford Police Department has announced the cancellation of today’s Memorial Day Parade due to inclement weather conditions, including the potential for lightning strikes. The decision was made by the Recreation…
Cranford Police: Road Closure on Manor Avenue
Manor Avenue Closed Between Orange Avenue and North Union Avenue Today The Cranford Police Department announced road closure on Manor Avenue today, between Orange Avenue and North Union Avenue due to ongoing…
Clark Man Charged with DWI After Rollover Accident in Cranford
CRANFORD, NJ – Todd Morgan, a 66-year-old resident of Clark, NJ, was arrested and charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) and Careless Driving following a rollover accident on the morning of April…
Two Men Arrested for Multiple Offenses During Traffic Stop in Cranford
CRANFORD, NJ – Early on April 5, 2024, at 12:43 AM, Cranford Police Officer Antonio Bellomo conducted a traffic stop that led to the arrest of two men on North Avenue West…
Scotch Plains Resident Arrested for DWI and Traffic Violations in Cranford
CRANFORD, NJ – Keith Gaines, a 62-year-old from Scotch Plains, NJ, was arrested on charges related to impaired driving and traffic violations on April 4, 2024. The incident took place on North…
Cranford Detective Partners with Puppy Touchdown for “Woof Wednesday”
CRANFORD, NJ – In this week’s “Woof Wednesday,” Detective Handy of the Cranford Police Department introduced the community to Touchdown, a 4-month-old lab/shepherd mix. Described as smart, playful, and affectionate, Touchdown enjoys…
Essex County Juvenile Arrested for Carjacking Porsche in Cranford
Cranford, NJ – The Cranford Police Department has charged a juvenile from Essex County with carjacking, concluding a six-month investigation into a violent motor vehicle theft that occurred in September 2023. The…
Cranford Police Investigate Overnight Residential Burglary Involving Three Suspects
CRANFORD, NJ – At around 3:00 AM yesterday morning, the Cranford Police Department responded to a reported residential burglary on Crane Parkway. The homeowner, alerted by their dog, discovered a main-level window…
Police Blotter: Multiple Arrests in Cranford for DWI, Theft, and Drug Possession
CRANFORD, NJ – Cranford Police reported several arrests from January 1 to January 8, 2024, for offenses including driving while intoxicated, theft, and drug possession. On January 1, at 5:37 a.m., Rocio…
Deadly Police-Involved Shooting in Cranford After Stolen Van Chase
CRANFORD, NJ – A late-night police pursuit involving a stolen white work van ended in a fatal shooting near Exit 131 on December 28. Kevin Harlfinger, 40, of Perth Amboy, an ex-convict,…
Cranford Police Department Acknowledges Community Support
CRANFORD – The Cranford Police Department expressed gratitude for the generous support received from local residents and businesses. A special thanks was extended to Adriano from Sapore d’Italia for donating dinner to…
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