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By ROD HIRSCH
December 29, 2023
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Just as increases in New Jersey property taxes are inevitable each year, so too are increases in the price of stamps by the United States Postal Service. The new prices scheduled to take effect Jan. 21, 2024. The First-Class Forever stamp will increase in price from 66 cents ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - A Martin Luther King Day Interfaith Service will be held at St. Paul's Baptist Church in Montclair on January 15, officials announced. Montclair, a vibrant community known for its diversity and unity, will host an in-person Martin Luther King Jr. Interfaith Service on Monday, ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - An employee with the US Postal Service reported that an unknown person had entered his postal truck and made off with an unspecified amount of mail on December 15. The truck was parked on High Street while the worker was completing his route. The Montclair Police Department has ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - Montclair police officers recently discovered a wave of vandalism that struck various locations, leaving behind a trail of graffiti. The incidents were discovered on December 16, starting along Watchung Avenue and extending south to the North Fullerton Parking Deck. Officers ...
PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, COLORADO -- North American Aerospace Defense (NORAD) is ready to continue its 67-year tradition of tracking Santa’s journey around the globe on Christmas Eve. It started in 1955 when a local newspaper advertisement informed children they could call Santa directly.
TRENTON, NJ - Efforts to battle food insecurity among New Jersey youth took a step forward Thursday when the New Jersey General Assembly, by a vote of 74-1, passed legislation requiring school districts to provide information to parents and guardians about the National School Lunch Program and the ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ — Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) officially announced the relocation of her district office to the second floor of Livingston Town Hall during a ribbon cutting ceremony held at the new office on Tuesday afternoon, where members of the Livingston Township Council, Essex County ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - The Montclair Township Council held its final meeting of 2023 with what appeared to be a straightforward agenda of ordinances and resolutions, followed by public comment – a change suggested by Interim Township Manager Michael Lapolla from the normal order of public comment followed ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - In a recent session, the Montclair Planning Board revisited an application opened on November 6, involving the subdivision of the historic property at 509 Park Street. Originally built in 1905 and once owned by Wall Street broker Julian Tinkham, the property is known for its rich ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - In the spirit of giving, a local group, Loopwell will launch its second annual Mittens On Maple community holiday drive. Those interestd in donating are encouraged to donate mittens, gloves, hats and scarves that will be displayed on a mitten wall for the community to take free of ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - The MC Hotel, a member of Marriott International’s Autograph Collection Hotels, has appointed Stephen Copeland as its new executive chef. In his role, Chef Copeland will spearhead culinary initiatives for the 159-room property. Chef Copeland, renowned for his experience and ...
VERONA, NJ -- The Verona Board of Education Tuesday night approved the hiring of Manjeet Singh as the new varsity football coach. Singh coached the last two seasons at Glen Ridge High School, and prior to that, he was an assistant coach at St. Joseph of Montvale. Glen Ridge was 11-10 in two ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - In a celebration of jazz, the Ralph Pucci gallery will host the star-studded 8th Annual Jazz Set to benefit Jazz House Kids. On Wednesday, February 28, 2024, the one-night-only event, will be an evening of musical enchantment with a private concert featuring none other than the ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - In a heartfelt letter to her patients, Dr. Elaine Douglas recently announced her plans to retire in December 2023, marking the end of an era for Montclair and Glen Ridge. In her communique, Douglas reflected upon her journey, tracing it back to her father, Dr. Fred Douglas, the ...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) and David Joyce (OH-14), and Senators Martin Heinrich (D-NM) and Mike Braun (R-IN), introduced the Building Native Habitats at Federal Facilities Act. This legislation encourages federal agencies to incorporate native plants in local ...
NEW JERSEY -- Former State Senate President Steve Sweeney formally threw his hat into the race for New Jersey Governor on Monday in a video posted online touting his service in public office and personal bona fides. In the announcement video, Sweeney touted his roots as an ironworker working on ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ — Essex County Executive Joe DiVincenzo announced that a special Holiday Food Distribution will be held on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at 9 a.m. at Codey Arena in the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex, 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. The event is rain or ...
NEWARK, NJ — The new headquarters of the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation will soon overlook Harriet Tubman Square in downtown Newark, the philanthropic organization announced. The foundation on Wednesday, Dec. 13, said that it will move its headquarters to the building at 550 Broad St. and that ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Here in the literal statistical "Center of New Jersey," we in East Brunswick know a thing or two about loyalty. South of us, football fans migrate to the City of Brotherly Love and flock to the Birds, the Eagles of Philadelphia. It's very stressful to be the last solid center ...
NEWARK, NJ — I pick up t Rafael Padilla was 46. Preliminary reports indicate he suffered a heart attack following a duty shift the weekend prior, Newark Firefighters Union President Mike Giunta said. Padilla had been on life support since his hospitalization, Giunta said. “Ralphy was always ...
Christmas can be a difficult time for anyone who feels loss of any kind, hurt, despair or loneliness. This is true especially after so much has happened in our communities, country and world. This will be our 10th year of offering this service to those who find it difficult to rejoice, yet ...
MONTCLAIR, N.J. — The Township of Montclair has recently announced the appointment of eight new probationary police officers. Each officer brings a unique set of skills and a shared commitment to upholding Montclair's values. According to police officials, these probationary police officers ...
ROSELLE, NJ - In a recent development, Chrysler is issuing a recall for more than 142,000 vehicles, encompassing various models and even some Ram trucks. The recall is prompted by concerns related to headlights and turn signals, impacting the safety of these vehicles. Specifically, Chrysler (FCA ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - Students from Montclair High School recently participated in the Yale University Model Congress Competition in New Haven, Connecticut. A team of students from various grades, spanning from 9th to 12th, demonstrated their debate skills and advocated for the passage of mock ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - Add a fresh look and fragrance to your holidays with a potted rosemary plant. This favorite herb of cooks, crafters, and gardeners can be sheared into the shape of a wreath, small tree or orb and found at garden centers and florists. The pine scent and attractive foliage make it ...
NEWARK, NJ - The homicide rate in Essex County has dropped to its lowest level in decades, falling 27% in 2023. There were 57 homicides reported by local police departments in Essex County this past year, compared with 78 in 2022, according to a news release sent Friday from Acting Essex County ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - On August 1, 2023, Lynda Alves marked the end of an era in Montclair Public Schools as she retired from her role in the District's Personnel Office, concluding a remarkable 53-year tenure. Her service has earned her the title of the longest-serving employee in the history of the ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - A rideshare driver in Montclair reported being attacked with pepper spray by a passenger, according to the Montclair Police Department. The incident, classified as aggravated assault, occurred on November 29 during a trip to the passenger's home. While en route, the passenger ...
ROXBURY, NJ - An Irvington woman and an accomplice in October robbed a man in the Roxbury Motel and fled the area after leaving the man with a gunshot wound he sustained during a struggle for the weapon, according to authorities. The woman, Auraceli Maldonado, 24, was found in Florida on Nov. 2 ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - The Montclair Township Council's conference meeting on December 5 was marked by extended duration and heated discussions. The meeting's length was partly due to a prolonged public comment session, exacerbated by Mayor Sean Spiller and the council's decision to limit speaker time to ...
