Garwood Police Department Stresses the 'Dangers' of Walking

The Garwood Police Department is stressing pedestrian safety on its website. The agency says "walking is a great activity and a great way to stay fit. However, it can also be dangerous." It goes on to offer a bunch of tips for safe walking including using a buddy system. Drivers can also help out by sloooooowing down!

End of an Era at Garwood's Lincoln School, Music Teacher Retiring

Ending on a high note, Lincoln School's Music and Theater Arts teacher calls it quits after more than three decades of service. Marguerite Modero taught general music for grades K-8, Choir, Band, String Ensemble and Gifted and Talented Performing Arts classes, according to a report in the Cranford Chronicle.

Garwood Voice Teacher Giddy Over Student's Success

Sending out a press release, Garwood private voice teacher Tom Pedas, is beaming over the success of local music students who were selected for the New Jersey All State Honor Choir. He quotes himself saying: "This is a huge honor and accomplishment and I am very proud of all three of these young men."

Garwood Celebrations Committee Needs Your Help for Re-Enactment

"1963 Children's Walk"

Indeed, that is the Center Street Underpass circa 1963. The Celebrations Committee has released this photo in attempts to identify those in attendance. The group is hoping to re-enact that very same walk at the Underpass's 50th anniversary dedication ceremony on Saturday May 25, 2013 at 11am. More.

Map: Gas at Garwood's Lone Station is Not the Best Deal

Drive East for a "Bargain"

It costs $3.35 a gallon for regular gas in Garwood, according to the Tri-state's Gas Buddy website. That's higher than every station in Cranford, but cheaper than Westfield. More.

The Domino-Aeolian Parallel: Can Garwood Learn from Brooklyn?

Can Garwood learn a thing or to from another former industrial giant? (albeit on an entirely different scale). Up-and-coming Brooklyn is embarking on a long journey to transform the former Domino Sugar Factory into a game-changing neighborhood development in it's Northside Williamsburg section.