Westfield Police Chief Christopher Battiloro

Chris Battiloro was officially appointed as Westfield’s police chief in December 2018. While he grew up in Westfield and has spent his entire law enforcement career in our neighboring town, Cranford is the town Chris and his family call home.

On this week’s episode we chat about his life as a police officer and how technology and world events impact his profession. We also note how an infamous crime still impacts the department and its officers. Stick around to see which team Chris roots for when Cranford and Westfield meet on the playing fields.

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Christopher Battiloro

Cranford Knights of Columbus: Serving St. Michael’s and the Community

If you’re not Roman Catholic you might not be too familiar with the Knights of Columbus and the work they do. Cranford Council 6226 is associated with the Parish of St. Michael but their members come from more than just St. Michael’s and Cranford. The current leader of the council is Kevin Cumiskey. He’s served as Grand Knight since July 2023.

On this week’s episode he tells me about the organization, the work they do and how he became involved.

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Kevin Cumiskey

CHS Graduate John Fedorchak Inducted Into Rutgers Athletics Hall of Fame

As a Cranford High student, John Fedorchak stood out as a football player and wrestler. He was recruited by the Rutgers football program and, as a junior, was part of the 1976 undefeated team that was inducted into the Rutgers Athletics Hall of Fame.

John, who is also in the Cranford Sports Hall of Fame, is now retired. He chatted with Cranford Radio about his experiences as a player on one of only two Rutgers teams to go undefeated.

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John Fedorchak