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Press Releases

October 7, 2023

WEST ORANGE, NJ – West Orange Township, UNICO, and the West Orange High School Italian Club partnered for an Italian Flag Raising ceremony at Town Hall on October 4. The event was emceed by Frank Gonnella of the Orange/West Orange UNICO chapter and welcomed UNICO National President Ralph ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- In a thrilling match that had fans on the edge of their seats, the West Orange Girls Volleyball Team secured the Super Essex Conference, Liberty Division Championship with a spectacular 2-set victory over Columbia. The first set was a nail-biter, with both teams displaying ...

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SOUTH ORANGE, NJ - JESPY House, a nonprofit organization that serves adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), participated in the second annual outdoor fashion show sponsored by South Orange Downtown. The fun-filled, interactive event was held in Spiotta Park in South Orange ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- RWJBarnabas Health and the New Jersey Devils are teaming up for the 7th annual RWJBarnabas Health Running with the Devils 5K Run & Walk with virtual participation available anytime, anywhere, now through October 29th. The live 5K Run & Walk will take place on Sunday, ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- October marks National Principals Month, and it's the perfect time to shine a spotlight on the exceptional leaders who are at the heart of our educational community here in the West Orange Public School District. These principals play a pivotal role in shaping the culture of our ...

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ESSEX COUNTY, NJ -- As the nation observes Banned Books Week, an annual event celebrating the freedom to read and highlighting the value of free and open access to information, the Essex County School Boards Association (ECSBA) has passed a pivotal resolution on Book Bans and Guidelines for the ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- In a powerful display of unity and resolve, West Orange High School is gearing up to mark October 2, 2023, as World Day of Bullying Prevention. This initiative, spearheaded by the school's athletes and music and arts students, aims to raise awareness about the pervasive issue of ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- After a crazy 16-week run last year, our 'Scholar Athlete of the Week' program is back, and it's better than ever! We're thrilled to kick off the new school year by introducing you to our first honoree, senior Gabriella Pineda. Gabby is not just your average student-athlete; ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- The record books at West Orange High School have a new entry, and it’s all thanks to the remarkable talent and dedication of sophomore Ava Neretic. Ava has not only left her mark on her school but also on the Branch Brook Park Cross-Country Course, where she recently clocked the ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -  In response to the steady increase in respiratory illness and COVID-19 hospitalizations across the state, RWJBarnabas Health announces it will implement masking protocols at all RWJBarnabas Health hospitals and facilities starting October 2, 2023.   To reduce the risk of ...

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MONTCLAIR, NJ -- Tribeca Pediatrics is excited to announce our newest location in the South End district of Montclair, NJ, offering the highest quality of pediatric care and support to all families in the community. Along with our longstanding reputation for providing exemplary care, we bring the ...

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Do you want to bowl for a good cause? Are you ready to Bowl Like an All-Star, For An All-Star? After-School All-Stars New Jersey is planning their upcoming fundraiser, “Bowl Like An All-Star" The event will be held on Friday, October 20th, 2023 at Bowlero Wallington in Wallington, New ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- On Friday, November 10, Valley Arts Dental will be celebrating veterans with a free check up. "Veteran's Smile Day" has become an annual tradition at Valley Arts Dental. Dr. Klausner stated, "'The Veterans Smile Day' mission is to provide free dental care and support our ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ - With the new school year in full swing, two seniors at West Orange High School have been appointed as the Board of Education student liaisons for the 2023-2024 school year. The students attend board meetings and present updates on high school happenings, along with issues of ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -  Mark E. Manigan, President and Chief Executive Officer for RWJBarnabas Health, today announced the appointment of two new executive leaders to the system’s management team.  George Helmy joins the system as Executive Vice President, Chief External Affairs and Policy Officer, and ...

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TRENTON, NJ  – The I-280 eastbound on-ramp from Pleasant Valley Way is scheduled to be closed this weekend to repair a sinkhole in West Orange, Essex County. In addition, the right lane on I-280 eastbound is scheduled to be closed overnight just past Exit 7. Beginning at 11 p.m. tomorrow, ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ – Rainy skies did not dampen the enthusiasm at the second annual Tee Off for CJ Memorial Golf Outing, held at Rock Spring Country Club on Sept. 18. $30,000 was raised, which will be split between West Orange PAL and Penn State THON, thanks to the efforts of the CJ Waldron Memorial ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ - The West Orange High School Marching Mountaineers were part of an exciting evening in Suriano Stadium on Sept. 22. The new big screen was unveiled, thanks to a generous donation from Cooperman-Barnabas Medical Center and RWJ Barnabas Health, senior marching band members, football ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ - The West Essex YMCA and its Peanut Shell Early Childhood Learning Center are partnering with West Orange Public Schools to provide full-day pre-kindergarten instruction at no cost to children in West Orange for the 2023-24 school year. The program kicked off on Sept. 20 with 45 ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ – Baby’s Closet, a new non-profit geared towards newborns and toddlers, is coming to the Orange/West Orange area in October 2023.  United Presbyterian Church, located at 12 Old Indian Road in West Orange, has graciously allowed the use of their building for storage and sorting of ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- In a remarkable moment of community spirit and generosity, the West Orange High School campus unveiled its brand new video scoreboard at Suriano Stadium. This impressive addition, made possible by a generous contribution from Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center and RWJBarnabas ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- The Elks are hosting a Chipotle Fundraiser for Special Needs Camp Moore. There are nine Elks lodges in the district including West Orange. This fundraiser helps the Elks to send challenged children to Elks Camp Moore, a summer camp in Haskell, NJ, at no cost to their ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- In 2022, New Jersey mourned the loss of 694 lives in preventable traffic crashes, a haunting statistic that underscores the pressing need for change. The 13th Annual STOP For Nikhil taking place on Sunday, September 24, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. at the West Orange High School Suriano ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -  RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive academic health care system in New Jersey, is dedicated to supporting New Jersey residents coping with addiction on their paths to recovery. The system’s proactive, multidisciplinary approach to addressing substance use ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ --West Orange, New Jersey, known for its rich history, vibrant culture and picturesque landscapes, is excited to announce the release of a teaser video providing a sneak peek into the town's unique offerings. This video is a prelude to a new long-form Welcome to West Orange video, ...

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NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — TAPinto's local news and digital marketing platforms have undergone a major town homepage redesign, with key new features to make the experience faster and better for readers. "TAPinto's redesign reflects that the way news is presented is evolving and more visual," TAPinto ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ – The CJ Morgan Foundation reached its fundraising goal of $50,000 to fully fund the CJ Morgan Law and Legal Studies Endowment at West Point. A golf outing and additional events held at Rock Spring Golf Club on Aug. 28 and 29 helped the Foundation meet its goal. “CJ was a Law ...

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What:  Oheb Shalom Congregation Presents "Unraveling the Path to Reparations" Description:  Please join us for an enlightening, free Social Justice program featuring speakers Jean-Pierre Brutus, PhD., Senior Counsel, Economic Justice Program, NJ Institute for Social Justice, and Kelly ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ - West Orange High School seniors started off their whirlwind of last-year events with Senior Fun Day, held Sept.15 in Suriano Stadium. Inflatables, games, lunch, and wearing their Class of 2024 tee shirts was the order of the day. Thanks to Andrew Guglielmo and Pete Ficuciello ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -  Two RWJBarnabas Health leaders, Debra Lienhardt and Dr. Mary Abed, MD, FACC, were recognized by NJBIZ as Best 50 Women in Business. This 2023 list recognizes outstanding women who have made a significant impact on New Jersey business and the community at large.   As ...

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