WEST ORANGE, NJ – West Orange Public Schools is proud to announce the launch of the "My ...
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By TAPINTO WEST ORANGE STAFF
April 19, 2024
WEST ORANGE, NJ – The West Orange Arts Council (WOAC) is currently displaying their new exhibit “UNTITLED Small Works,” which they describe as “an exhibit showcasing big talent on a small scale.” The exhibit features work by 23 artists: Kim Alexander-Cook, George Anderson, Luis Alves, Andrei ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ - Occasionally, we encounter individuals whose impact on our lives feels genuinely heroic. Though it's been some time since I last wrote a "Heroes Who Walk Beside Us" feature, the moment is right to spotlight someone exceptional—Congressman Donald M. Payne, Jr. Although he is a man ...
METUCHEN, NJ — Most folks around here already know downtown Metuchen is a terrific place to visit, dine, shop, and enjoy the arts. Now, the rest of America will realize that too. Money Magazine has named Middlesex County’s “Brainy Boro” as New Jersey’s 2024 Best Place to Live. In fact, Metuchen ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – The Alpert Group has been transforming the former West Orange library location (built in the 1950s) into affordable senior housing. A grant program enabled the township to build a state-of-the art library near ShopRite and to replace the old library with affordable senior ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – The West Orange Human Relations Commission (HRC) is running a handbag drive for women in need who participate in HRC support programs. Dawn Adams, who heads the initiative explained, “I’ve organized other handbag drives, and this is the first one in West Orange.” They are ...
Newark is renowned at this time of year for the annual burst of color in the North Ward at Branch Brook Park, where its cherry trees erupt in shades of pink and white, purple and red, magenta and mauve. But only two miles away in Newark's downtown, the tourist agency that works to promote the city ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – Lasagna Love is a volunteer organization whose members bake lasagnas with love and other fresh ingredients and give them to people who need a delicious meal and a little boost. Lasagna Love was created early in the pandemic by Rhiannon Menn, founder of "Good to Mama," to help ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Four Westfield High School students, who are part of the school’s chapter of Model United Nations, were selected to go to Philadelphia last week to watch the solar eclipse alongside Vice President Kamala Harris. Model UN is a program run as part of the civic engagement programs ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Mayor Susan McCartney, Mayor Janice Kovach Clinton (Hunterdon County) and Mayor Colleen Mahr Fanwood (Union County) pose during a ceremony on Tuesday at the Thomas Edison National Historical Park (TENHP) on Main Street. Several hundred guests were on hand to witness a ceremony ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – During the recent town council meeting, Jonathan Redwine, Chair of the Sustainability Committee of the Environmental Commission, spoke about Resolution 119-24, which supports the Community Energy Plan Grant application. Redwine explained how the grant works. “You can put ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - With a little help from his friends and complete strangers, generous families and businesses large and small, US Army veteran Brandon Everhart worked side-by-side with Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity volunteers to build a two-bedroom, 1,200 square-foot "sweat equity:' ranch ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - An investigation is currently underway following a shooting incident in Montclair on Monday afternoon, which resulted in the injury of a police officer. The incident occurred in the 100 block of Forest Street shortly after 1 p.m. According to authorities, the encounter transpired ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy wants to pump nearly $1 billion more into New Jersey schools. The new spending would increase state aid to public schools by 5% over the current level and is meant to “fully fund” K-12 education to ensure that New Jersey children receive a top-notch ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Opa! Demi Lovato, singer, songwriter and actress, stopped into Ambeli Greek Taverna for a bite to eat on Friday evening. Lovato, who is in town filming scenes for the movie “Tow,” posed for photos with employees outside the popular Cranford restaurant. Residents would surely agree ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Excitement fills the air in Mountainside as Echo Lake Park transforms into a bustling Hollywood set for the filming of a highly anticipated Bob Dylan biopic movie. Starring Timothée Chalamet, the film promises to captivate audiences with the folk legend's story. Fans eagerly ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – On Saturday, April 6, Mayor Susan McCartney, Council Members Tammy Williams and Michelle Casalino, Tez Roro from the Chamber of Commerce, Meg Brill of the Downtown West Orange Alliance and other community leaders and members joined the owners of Orange Sky Coffee Roasters (OSCR) ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - Councilor-at-Large Robert Russo found himself at the center of controversy after Second Ward Councilor Robin Schlager publicly detailed an incident allegedly involving him 'lunging' and yelling at her during a closed session council meeting on October 25, 2022. The timing of her ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – There's lots going on in West Orange this spring, and Public Information Joseph Fagan shared some events and coming attractions during this week’s town council meeting. West Orange officially welcomed Orange Sky Coffee Roasters, Castle Rock Bar & Grill and the West Orange ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – Many West Orange restaurants are participating in Restaurant Week from Saturday, April 13 to Sunday, April 21, and offering specials to patrons. According to Downtown West Orange, there are over 40 world-class dining options and unique eateries located throughout West Orange, ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ –– The public hasn’t been inside the Black Maria, the world’s first picture studio, in four decades, but on Saturday, April 20, the refurbished 1954 replica of the original will open at the Thomas Edison National Historical Park (NHP) at 10:30 a.m. According to a press release, ...
Maternal health is a fundamental aspect of societal well-being. However, despite advances in medical technology and improvements in healthcare practices, Black women continue to face disproportionately higher risks during pregnancy and childbirth. The state of Black maternal health in the United ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - Roosevelt Middle School will present its annual spring musical: "Once Upon A Mattress - Youth Edition" on April 18, 19 and 20 at Roosevelt Middle School, 36 Gilbert Place, West Orange, beginning at 7:00 p.m. "Once Upon a Mattress is based on the Hans Christian Anderson fairy ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – Steven Nagel, Executive Director of HomeSharing, Inc., an affordable housing option that matches people who need homes (“seekers”) with homeowners (“providers”), gave a presentation about his organization which facilitates providers earning money by taking seekers into their ...
NEWARK, NJ — City youths who do not stay within 100 feet of their homes during certain nighttime hours could face police action starting Friday, April 12. The city announced that officers will enforce Newark's longstanding curfew ordinance, which prohibits people under 18 unaccompanied by an ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Despite having a new home and new name, Teddy the cat is still fighting for another chance at life. Westfield business owner Maria Ferreira, along with Westfield residents Hannah Caicdeo and her daughter, Leah Caicedo, are seeking donations to support Teddy’s medical expenses and ...
WEST ORANGE/EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ -- The New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) will be displaying Thomas Alva Edison's 1916 Model T car at the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford after a brief visit to its owner's former residence and laboratory in West Orange as part of the upcoming Entertainment and ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – Sixteen restaurants nominated by readers for having the best hot dogs competed in a northern New Jersey publication’s month-long poll, and West Orange’s own Jimmy Buff's was the victor! Jimmy Buff’s, which received a 90th anniversary proclamation from the Township of West ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – The April 9 town council meeting is at 6:30 p.m. in town hall and available on Zoom. The agenda includes The cannabis ordinance amendment Surveillance cameras for traffic lights A home sharing presentation Pure Natural Vibes cannabis license to operate Renewing ...
Two Million Black+Decker® garment steamers by Empower Brands have been recalled due to a burn hazard announced the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. A refund is being offered to customers. According to the recall, the steamers can expel, spray, or leak hot water during use, ...
