As a former Westfield resident of 31 years I still have great interest in the progress and growth of this wonderful town where my wife, Maureen and I, raised our two sons. I read The Leader on a regular basis and try to understand why certain things are happening. I was really annoyed when I read th...

I’ve lived in Westfield for 55 years, and over that time, I’ve been represented by literally dozens of Westfield councilpersons. But I’ve never known one as hard working, as well intentioned, and as competent a councilman as Mike Dardia. Mike is the kind of councilman I like – he doesn’t make a lot ...

When I think back over the past year, I like everyone else, think of the things we lost. The easy interactions with friends, bumping into people out and about around town, seeing family and friends consistently and inside! Thinking only locally, last spring it was hard to imagine missing so many eve...

I completely agree with former Republican Councilman Rich McCormack’s letter last week about what we’re unfortunately seeing from the Garwood Republican candidates running for council. The local Republican Party continues to be hypocritical of what they stand for and share flawed, misleading and out...

Amanda Como is running for Ward 1 councilperson and I couldn’t think of a better candidate. I have known Amanda for the past 11 years, first meeting when our kids were in the YMCA pre-school program and maintaining a friendship through the years. When I learned of her candidacy, I thought about her ...

Dawn Mackey, Westfield Ward 4 Councilwoman, has had a great impact on me and on our Westfield community. Dawn is one of the most compassionate people I know. She has a keen ability to observe and identify the needs of those around her. She then utilizes her wonderful creativity and drive to make vis...

As the days grow shorter, the nights a bit colder, we are reminded that election season is here, and we think about what we want for our town. It’s not long before we start thinking about our downtown. As goes the downtown, so goes Westfield. As it grows and prospers, so do our tax revenues and our ...

I have lived in Westfield 55 years and David Contract is by far the best councilman I have ever had. It would be a great loss to the town if he is not re-elected as the Ward 3 councilman. David has all the skills important to being an effective councilman. He is a great listener and is gifted at rec...

I completely agree with former Republican Councilman Rich McCormack’s letter last week about what we’re unfortunately seeing from the Garwood Republican candidates running for council. The local Republican Party continues to be hypocritical of what they stand for and share flawed, misleading and out...

Jen Blumenstock - Garwood Garwood Council President Paid Advertorial Over the past five years on council, I have been privileged to work with some very special and dedicated people, from both sides of the aisle. I’ve seen how much work is involved in helping to run our borough and how it takes elect...