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Press Releases

September 9, 2023

WEST ORANGE, NJ -- In the world of high school sports, capturing the essence of every moment is crucial. It’s about immersing the community in the excitement, the competition and the camaraderie. This year, the West Orange High School Sports Media Association (WOHSSMA) has taken their coverage to ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ  – On Monday, September 11th, Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. will host the annual “Essex County Remembers,” a solemn ceremony at the Essex County Eagle Rock September 11th Memorial that will mark the 22nd anniversary of the tragedies in New York, Washington, DC, ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- We hope this email finds you well. As some of you may know there's a lot of work being done on the Hanson Municipal lot located at 12 Lindsley and 26 Main Street in downtown West Orange. This is the lot behind Supreme Bakery and the PNC Bank. Parking is being restricted for ...

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(September 6, 2023 – Millburn, NJ) – Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee, Producing Artistic Director; Michael Stotts, Executive Director), recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony Award, is pleased to announce the complete cast and creative team for its world-premiere production of The Great ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ – The popular West Orange High School AFJROTC [Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps] enjoyed several year-end highlights and an exciting summer of training programs, including their first-ever Junior Camp Falcon. DISTINGUISHED UNIT The Air Force Junior ROTC program ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ - The thirteenth annual STOP for Nikhil will be held on Sept. 24 in Suriano Stadium at West Orange High School. The event helps to support the ongoing efforts of the Nikhil Badlani Foundation and their commitment to promoting traffic safety awareness, music education, and the ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Your health is your wealth. Wellness is defined as practicing healthy habits to improve physical and mental health so that instead of just surviving, you are thriving. Starting with exercises or activities that target various areas of your spiritual, physical, mental and social ...

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Superintendent Hayden Moore emailed parents and guardians to welcome them to the new school year: West Orange Parents & Guardians: I am very excited to start the 2023-2024 academic school year with you, and eager to begin a journey of thoughtful and deliberate growth and development ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ – Over the past few years, the West Orange School District has been working diligently to improve safety and security measures at each school. School Safety Specialists Fil Santiago (Director of Technology and Administrative Services) and David Marion (Principal at Kelly Elementary ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- In the interest of safety for our staff and students, and in response to the continued heat advisory, the West Orange Public School district will once again follow the early dismissal schedule tomorrow, Thursday, September 7, 2023. The current temperature situation is not ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ - The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges, which includes the West Essex YMCA, has raised over $20,000 during its first Camp for a Cause fundraising campaign to make summer camp experiences possible for more kids. “Our Ys came together in a monumental way to help expand access to ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- The West Orange Board of Education has announced that students will have early dismissal on Wednesday, Sept. 6. The statement released read, "In the interest of safety for our staff and students, due to the heat advisory, the district will follow the early dismissal schedule ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ --A stylish glass-paneled staircase combines charm and functionality, connecting two floors of open and spacious common areas at the new West Orange Public Library. Patrons will be greeted at a large circulating desk showcasing historic pictures of West Orange adding to the inviting ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- In our vibrant community of West Orange, NJ, there is a unique breed of leaders who are shaping the culture of excellence both on and off the field. In our inaugural installment of "Culture Carriers," we shine the spotlight on two extraordinary individuals who have not only ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- In a move that promises to invigorate the spirit of West Orange High School, the West Orange High School Sports Media Association (WOHSSMA) has unveiled the Mountaineer Flagpole Initiative. As the school community gears up for a new academic year, this initiative seeks to breathe ...

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JERSEY CITY, NJ – Write on Sports (WoS) will hold its Evening of Champions Event, the annual fundraiser and 18th anniversary celebration, on Tuesday, October 3rd at Maritime Parc, 84 Audrey Zapp Drive in Liberty State Park in Jersey City. The event, which is open to the public, will recognize the ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ - Marc Lawrence, current Assistant Principal at Roosevelt Middle School, has been appointed the new principal of Mt. Pleasant Elementary School. Lawrence was voted in unanimously by the board during the Aug. 28 meeting and will begin in his official capacity at Mt. Pleasant on Sept.

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- On August 26, Mayor Susan McCartney released the following statement about the Bagels By Jarrett: The Township of West Orange has an ordinance similar to most suburban communities which provides that only one-third (33%) of commercial business windows can be covered. The ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Change can be both thrilling and transformative, ushering in fresh perspectives and exciting horizons. At Edison Middle School, change has taken the form of dynamic new leadership, infused with passion, vision, and a commitment to nurturing every student's growth. Get ready to ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Newly-appointed Liberty Middle School principal Xavier Fitzgerald plans to promote all the positives the school has to offer. “I have to be fully invested in wherever I am,” he began. Fitzgerald is beginning his 32nd year in education, 17 of them as principal of Thomas ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- As the fall sports season kicks off, a remarkable trend sparked by the girls' varsity soccer team at West Orange High School in West Orange is gaining momentum and shining a spotlight on empowering women in sports. With the ingenious use of social media and an easy-to-replicate ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ -The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges recently welcomed five new members to its Board of Directors, to help set policy and strategic direction as the organization works to carry out its mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.  “These five ...

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WEST ORANGE -- We’re in the last few weeks of summer, our student athletes have started training, and the anticipation for the upcoming Fall season is building. The West Orange girls’ volleyball team is ready to hit the court with renewed energy and a hunger for victory. We sat down with Head Coach ...

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SOUTH ORANGE - JESPY recently celebrated the Grand Opening of The Brandt Family Library, which is located at Tico’s at the JESPY Club House which also houses the Gym. The multi-use Library and technology center is a donation from Lillie and Ron Brandt and their family including their children and ...

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NEWARK, NJ – Rain didn’t stop golfers at University Hospital Foundation’s recent Annual Golf Classic.  With over 150 attendees, the foundation exceeded its fundraising goal of $200,000 which will be used towards the purchase of a new ambulance to add to the hospital’s growing medical services ...

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NEW JERSEY — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill, Assemblyman John McKeon and NJ Senate President Frank Scutari issued press releases praising retiring Senator RIchard Codey after his announcement to retire. Murphy’s statement “It is impossible to imagine what New ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- There were no noticeable language barriers as Mayor Susan McCartney was on hand to greet and welcome Japanese exchange students and their chaperones to West Orange. Smiles and laughter ruled the day as the Mayor attended a special luncheon hosted by the West Orange Rotary Club.

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Today’s Pleasantdale section in West Orange was originally known to the first settlers as the Pleasant Valley. In the mid-1880s residents petitioned state officials for their own post office. At that time a Pleasant Valley post office already existed in New Jersey, so a different ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- The Downtown Alliance has rescheduled the August 10 Downtown Thursday for August 31. The Alliance apologized for any inconvenience and thanked residents their understanding. The August 31 Downtown Thursday will be in Eagle Rock featuring Bluchacha Latin Jazz Dance Band, salsa ...

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