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Press Releases
By TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE
November 22, 2023
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- In September 2023, CDC launched the Bridge Access Program following the FDA authorization of the updated 2023-24 COVID-19 vaccines and the commercialization of these products. Most people living in the U.S. still have access to no-cost COVID-19 vaccines through their private ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- An elusive wild turkey which had become the township’s unofficial mascot nicknamed “Turkules,” and who was a fixture on the front lawns of Kessler Institute and Daughters Of Israel, both located on Pleasant Valley Way in West Orange, has finally been captured. Turkules gained ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ— RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive academic health care system in New Jersey, has appointed Kathleen Jacobs as Chief Investment Officer, effective January 9, 2024. In her new role, Ms. Jacobs will direct the investment strategy for the $8 billion health ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – November 21, 2023 – With the holiday season around the corner, there’s no better time to shop, dine, visit, and "Catch the Energy" in Downtown West Orange, NJ! This year West Orange has plenty of holiday activities that are fun for the whole family, including Small Business ...
SOUTH ORANGE – The Myers Family, one of the founding families of JESPY House, recently donated $1 million to the Go Big for JESPY Campaign. Their funds will be earmarked to expand JESPY’s Aging Place Initiative, which includes additional housing, programming, and services. JESPY House provides ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- In the harmonious corridors of West Orange High School, a new maestro has joined the team, bringing a symphony of experience and a dedication to nurturing young musical talents. Meet Mr. David Rhone, the latest addition to the school's award-winning music education ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ - On World AIDS Day, Friday, December 1, 2023, the City of East Orange, the Office of Community Health & Global Strategic Partnerships at RWJBarnabas Health (RWJBH), and the RWJBH and Essex County Mobile Health Clinic will provide free and confidential HIV testing, support and ...
On Wednesday, November 15, 2023, JESPY presented ‘Coffee & Conversation with JESPY House’, an informational event hosted by JESPY Board President Dr. Ahadi Bugg-Levine. Clergy from South Orange, Maplewood, and surrounding areas gathered to learn about JESPY’s Clinical & Behavioral Support ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Students from West Orange High School recently embarked on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Broadway, delving into the enchanting world of the 2023 Tony Award-winning Best Musical, "Kimberly Akimbo." The musical, known for its captivating storyline and dynamic ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Hey there, winter sports enthusiasts! As the chill sets in, we’re diving into the exciting world of Indoor Track & Field with a sneak peek into what’s in store for our local team. We caught up with the Indoor Head Coach, Jason Lamont Jackson, to get the lowdown on their ...
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ -- In March 2019, New Jersey resident Samantha Josephson was kidnapped and murdered near the University of South Carolina by an individual impersonating a Rideshare service driver. In the aftermath of this tragedy, Josephson’s family created the #WHATSMYNAME Foundation to ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - The 7th Annual RWJBarnabas Health Running with the Devils 5K Run and Walk was hosted on Sunday, October 29th at Essex County’s South Mountain Recreation Complex in West Orange. More than 1,000 runners and walkers participated, as this event supports the commitment of both ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- An assessor from the Commission on the Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) arrived in West Orange from October 30th to November 1, 2023, in order to examine the West Orange Police Department’s policies and procedures, management, operations and support ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – West Orange, “New Jersey’s Most Decorated Community,” held a touching Veteranshttps://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipPh0wNjU0BdJPniTXYp-b8O3b2fCif4GXO9kXiGn2wKG8x21CpVbKLggZ_FGLYXGg?key=UjE5a3d4ODJQeVNQTEtwVmV3Mzl1QjQyalRDdUlR Day tribute on Nov. 11 in Military Park, located ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - – Building on their already exceptional partnership, RWJBarnabas Health, the state’s largest academic health system, and Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, are announcing a transformative ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Hometown Hero Day is Nov 18. We’re celebrating the hero that brought a whole township together, Turkules. Small businesses all over West Orange will be participating, and we will donate a portion of the sales to the Wildlife Conservation Society. Click HERE to get your ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Essex County and RWJBarnabas are giving away 1,000 turkey and food boxes (while supplies last) at South Mountain Reservation Complex at 500 Northfield Avenue, West Orange on Thursday, Nov. 16 at 9:00 a.m. Please see specifics above.
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Maria Vera issued a statement thanking West Orange residents for electing her to be on the Board of Education (BOE). "I want to express my most heartfelt gratitude to you all for the support I received on Election Day. Without my campaign team, family and voters, my decision ...
Mayor Susan McCartney released the following statement on the Municipal Court’s guilty verdict regarding Bagels by Jarrett and Jarrett Seltzer on November 7, 2023. “We respect the Court’s determination after hearing and carefully considering the evidence and testimony. The Municipal Court is an ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Mayor McCartney welcomed the first Ethiopian and Eritrean flag raising ceremony to West Orange on October 30. The celebration of community and culture was organized by West Orange Councilwoman Asmeret Ghebremicael who hosted the event. Ethiopia and Eritrea are neighboring ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - The West Orange High School Fall play, "All In the Timing," is a clever, witty, and humorous series of vignettes about time and how it plays out in various people's lives. The show runs Nov. 3 and 4 in the WOHS auditorium beginning at 7:00 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30). Tickets can be ...
Governor Murphy and the New Jersey Legislature created the Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters (ANCHOR) program to provide property tax relief for eligible homeowners and renters. New Jersey residents who meet program criteria can receive up to $1,750 in property tax ...
EDISON, NJ -- West Orange Mayor Susan McCartney was presented with the Peg Roberts Award by New Jersey Federation of Democratic Women (NJFDW) at their annual luncheon held at the Pines Manor in Edison, NJ. on October 28, 2023. Each year, the NJFDW honors women throughout the state for their ...
One Happy Camper NJ (OHCNJ), a division of Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ, is providing up to $1,500 per child, (increased from $1,000 in previous years), toward tuition at more than 160 overnight camps across North America including traditional camps, specialty camps, and teen tours.
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL HOSTS FAMOUS AUTHORS AND "BOOKOWEEN" FOR HALLOWEEN THRILLS WEST ORANGE, NJ - Washington Elementary School provided students with a spectacular Halloween on Oct. 31, hosting "Goosebumps" author R.L. Stine, author Ben Clanton, the second annual "Bookoween," ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - West Orange Public Preschools joined together to "Read for the Record" on Oct. 26. "Jumpstart’s Read for the Record is the world’s largest shared reading experience and celebrates and supports children’s early language and social-emotional development. The event– a day of ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – Students in Carlo Felici’s Italian Club showed their enthusiastic spirit with “Ciao Italia!” (Hello Italy!) in the hallways of Liberty Middle School, decorating with posters and displays to celebrate Italian Heritage Month. Italian has become an incredibly popular language to ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- The West Orange High School Marching Mountaineers have etched their names into school history with an extraordinary display of talent and dedication. Over the weekend of October 28 and 29, 2023, the Marching Mountaineers showcased their talent at two prestigious competitions, ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- When Mayor McCartney began her tenure in office last January, she pledged to continue the momentum of her campaign slogan by moving West Orange forward. She advised Department Heads at her first Town Hall staff meeting to reevaluate operations within their individual departments.
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- In a dazzling moment of recognition for their exceptional work in school communications, the West Orange High School Sports Media Association (WOHSSMA) proudly accepted the second place award in the Photography category at the New Jersey School Public Relations ...
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