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By LAUREN T. AGNEW
April 24, 2024
East Orange/Orange, NJ - Coming as a shock to most, Congressman Donald M. Payne, Jr.’s office issued the following statement today. “It is with the heaviest of hearts that Congressman Payne’s Congressional Office announces the passing of Congressman Donald M. Payne, Jr. He was 65 years old ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ - In a groundbreaking moment for both architectural history and African American achievement, the highly anticipated documentary on Edward T. Bowser Jr. is set to premiere as an episode of State of the Arts on NJ PBS (WNET 13). This Wednesday, viewers are ...
Orange, NJ - Career Day at Central Elementary School in Orange was an invaluable learning experience for the young people in attendance. Often, when you ask a child what they want to be when they grow up, they typically say the commonly known professions, but by providing opportunities like this ...
East Orange, NJ - East Orange's historic Manufacturers Village was the hub of art and culture over the weekend. The City of East Orange held an opening reception for the first-ever Garden State Art Weekend (GSAW) on Friday, April 19, 2024, bringing together a diverse crowd of art lovers to ...
East Orange, NJ - U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger announced that an East Orange man admitted to possessing with intent to distribute over five kilograms of fentanyl and four kilograms of cocaine, and possessing six firearms as a convicted felon. Carlos Santiago, 49, of East Orange, pleaded guilty ...
PATERSON, NJ - Eudys Santios-Toribio, 23, East Orange, was arrested on Thursday in connection to a shooting incident that occurred on January 1 in Paterson, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes, and Paterson Police Department Officer in Charge Isa Abbassi announced. Santios-Toribio faces ...
East Orange,NJ- East Orange Police Chief Phyllis Bindi joined with Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., the Essex County Board of County Commissioners, the Essex County Division of Community Health and Family Connections’ ADAPT Coalition to encourage residents to dispose of their old ...
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 ...
East Orange, NJ - The Art Educators of New Jersey welcomed 46 students from throughout Essex County to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Justice Building in Newark for the Art Educators of New Jersey (AENJ) student art exhibit on Wednesday, April 17th. This is the 17th year the Art Educators of New ...
Orange, NJ - In celebration of National Poetry Month, the Orange Public Schools Office of Humanities hosted the Orange Public Schools Guiding Light Poetry Contest. On April 11th, faculty and administrators arrived at Orange Preparatory Academy of Inquiry and Innovation and showcased original ...
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 ...
ORANGE, NJ — Twelve students became a part of history when Oakwood Avenue Community School hosted its first-ever Girl Scout investiture ceremony. It was a momentous occasion, marking the official induction of new members into Girl Scout Troop 54040. "This new journey for Oakwood's up-and-coming ...
East Orange, NJ - Mayor Ted R. Green presented his sixth State of the City Address on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Cicely L. Tyson School Performing Arts Center in East Orange. His remarks covered the progress of the city over the past six years under his administration, including new workforce ...
Orange, NJ - White Castle, America’s first hamburger chain which started operations in 1923, launched an effort last year to raise money for charitable causes most important to their respective team members and communities. As a result, 48 non-profit organizations around the country received ...
East Orange/Orange, NJ - The Essex County School Boards Association, in conjunction with the New Jersey School Boards Association, hosted the 2024 Unsung Heroes Student Recognition ceremony this evening at West Essex High School in North Caldwell, NJ. The program, in its eighth year, recognizes ...
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 ...
East Orange, NJ - U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced that two Essex County, New Jersey, men have been charged with carjacking a vehicle in Newark, NJ. Arraqeeb Williamscook, 23, of East Orange, and Washir Singletary, 30, of Newark, are charged by complaint with one count of ...
East Orange, NJ - Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé requests the public’s help locating Carissa M. Huggins, 32, of East Orange, who is wanted for questioning in connection with the investigation of a shooting that occurred on Monday, April 1, 2024. At approximately 10:30 p.m., Police ...
East Orange, NJ - Two teams of Ohio Wesleyan University students spent a week beng of service to others as part of Ohio Wesleyan University's annual Spring Break Service Week program. One team went to South Dakota and the other team that went to South Carolina was led by East Orange resident and ...
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, ...
Summit, NJ - In a move signaling a commitment to advancing educational excellence and empowering young women, Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child has named Laura Hollenbaugh as its next Upper School Division Head. The prestigious all-girls 7-12 middle and high school division is located in Summit, ...
East Orange, NJ - The East Orange School District has put precautionary measures in place regarding the upcoming solar eclipse occurring on Monday, April 8th, 2024. To ensure student safety during this natural phenomenon, parents/guardians are encouraged to discuss the upcoming solar eclipse with ...
East Orange/Orange, NJ - After athletes have enjoyed stellar high school football seasons, the 46th Annual Phil Simms North-South All-Star Classic provides another opportunity for the top senior athletes in the State of New Jersey to show off their athletic prowess. The All-Star Game will be held ...
East Orange, NJ - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS) announced the launch of a high visibility enforcement effort to reduce distracted driving. The campaign, known as “U Drive. U Text. U Pay.,” runs between April 1 and April 30, and provides funding ...
East Orange, NJ - As spring blossoms across the city, Mayor Ted R. Green, in collaboration with the East Orange City Council and the Department of Recreation and Cultural Affairs, has announced an array of vibrant and family-friendly events to usher in the season of renewal and community ...
East Orange/Orange, NJ - The 2023-2024 high school boys basketball season was full of highlights, exciting match-ups and outstanding performances for some of the Super Essex Conference's best players and teams alike. At the end of each season, the member team's coaches in the conference vote to ...
East Orange, NJ - Mayor Ted R. Green and the East Orange City Council are excited to announce the return of the Senior Property Tax Freeze Assistance Program. The service, which offers in-person assistance to qualified residents applying for New Jersey’s Property Tax Reimbursement Program, helps ...
TRENTON, NJ -- A court decision issued by U.S. District Judge Zahid Quraishi on Friday has effectively upended the decades-long system under which candidates for office compete to receive the "county line" for their respective party's support in a primary election. The court case was initiated ...
NEW JERSEY – When Elisa D’Amelio went to the emergency room back in March 2022, the New Jersey resident weighed just 129 pounds. While the numbers on the scale were not that alarming despite her 5'7" frame, it was D’Amelio’s overall health that set off alarms. Based on her blood work, she was ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ - Essex County College (ECC) commemorated the life and impactful legacy of the late New Jersey Senator Ronald L. Rice, Sr. during a poignant ceremony held on March 21. The highlight of the event was the renaming of the college's Public Safety Department in honor of Senator Rice, a ...
