A Cranford Tradition Closes After 112 Years

Cranford Radio

A lot has changed when it comes to hair since the Cranford Barber Shop opened. Crew cuts gave way to long hair. Getting a haircut also meant getting a shave for many men and while they were waiting they might have their shoes shined.
The shop, which had its last day on April 27, cut the hair on countless Cranford kids and adults. It was one of the first barber shops in town to also cut the hair of women and girls.
On the day after the closure, I visited the store to talk with two family members, Rich Marsiglia and Mark Manto about memories they have of the shop and why they had to shut the doors.
On a happy note, it's been announced the shop will be reopening at 108 Walnut Avenue in June.