Judith Schumacher-Tilton, president of Schumacher Chevrolet Auto Group, has been recognized as one of the “100 Leading Women in the North American Auto Industry” by Automotive News. Schumacher-Tilton and her…
Schumacher-Tilton named to the 100 Leading Women in the North American Auto Industry list
Incest survivor provides prevention kits
By Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta Correspondent Aziza Kibibi is an author, activist, chef, creator, multimedia journalist, and mother. She’s also an incest survivor. Last August the East Orange resident launched “It’s OK…
Tyson students demonstrate their abilities at talent showcase
By Mirvetk Tonuzi Special to the Record-Transcript The idea for a student talent showcase came up during a casual conversation about the need for updated equipment in the Cicely L.…
GRHS junior shares her love of reading
Meera Mehta, a Glen Ridge High School junior, has collected more than 30,000 books in the last three years to give to children, from economically disadvantaged families, the opportunity to…
Road resurfacing, water line replacement, retail additions highlight town’s progress
Progress in Bloomfield has been extensive over the last year. In 2024, the engineering department resurfaced 3.3 linear miles of roadway. This year, another 18 streets will be resurfaced. “Many…
University of Orange holds its ninth annual Music City Festival
For the ninth year, University of Orange celebrated a community of musical culture. The weekend festival began at Sarrah’s Café on Friday evening and concluded on Saturday, May 10, outdoors…
Baird hosts CHS artist showcase
A Columbia High School Artist Showcase opening night reception happened recently at Pierro Gallery. The community was invited to support emerging young artists at the opening in the gallery that…
Gala celebrates Aftercare Program
A gala, for the Aftercare Program taking place daily at Carteret Elementary School, was held at Oakeside Cultural Center on Thursday, May 8. It was the third annual gala although…
Connecting, creating and conquering
Young people with disabilities and special needs had an exciting morning during the Move the Spectrum event held at West Orange High School. Move the Spectrum is an event connecting…
Renovated firehouse reopening
EAST ORANGE — The city held a ribbon cutting ceremony Monday to show off the newly renovated Firehouse No. 3 on Dodd Street. “It looks good, it really does and…
Django a GoGo Music Festival returns to Maplewood
The annual Django A GoGo Music Festival returned to Maplewood last weekend. The festival, which celebrates the music legacy of jazz guitarist and composer Django Reinhardt, includes four concerts and…
West Orange Chamber to hold awards dinner
WEST ORANGE — The West Orange Chamber of Commerce has announced the honorees for its 2025 Annual Awards Dinner, taking place on Wednesday, May 21, at Rock Spring Golf Club,…
Musical director heading south
The musical director of the Church on the Green, Tim Witzel, 35, resigned his position effective April 30 citing the cost of living in New Jersey. He was director for…
Memoir tells of life lived in foster care
At 3-years-old Charell Star was picked up by a social worker and taken from her great-grandmother. Her belongings were in a trash bag. That’s where her story begins in her…
Learning to turn passion into purpose
By Mirvetk Tonuzi Special to the Record-Transcript Cicely L. Tyson Community School of Performing and Fine Arts female students in grades 8 through 12 got a chance to see…
Belleville HS baseball team enjoys great week, winning four games
BELLEVILLE, NJ — The Belleville High School baseball team had a great week, winning four of…
Glen Ridge HS girls lacrosse team repeats as Essex County Tournament champions
GLEN RIDGE, NJ — The Glen Ridge High School girls lacrosse team once again rose to…
T.J. Whitaker is new Columbia HS boys basketball head coach
MAPLEWOOD/SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — T.J. Whitaker has been appointed as the new Columbia High School head…
Seton Hall Prep boys lacrosse team wins 12th straight Essex County Tournament title
WEST ORANGE, NJ — The Seton Hall Prep lacrosse team won three matches last week, including…
Columbia HS track and field teams enjoy strong efforts at Essex County Championships
MAPLEWOOD/SOUTH ORANGE/NEWARK, NJ — The Columbia High School boys and girls track and field teams enjoyed…
Columbia HS baseball team defeats Bordentown
MAPLEWOOD/SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — The Columbia High School baseball team defeated Bordentown, 7-5, in eight innings…
Bloomfield HS softball team rolls to victories
BLOOMFIELD, NJ — The Bloomfield High School softball team defeated Newark Academy and Hoboken in consecutive…
Siri Krabbe leads Glen Ridge HS softball team to victory
GLEN RIDGE, NJ — The Glen Ridge High School softball team defeated West Orange, 10-4, on…
Corbin Raston leads girls West Orange HS girls track team at Essex County Championships
WEST ORANGE/NEWARK, NJ — Junior Corbin Raston won the girls 100-meter dash in 12.22 seconds to…
Columbia HS girls lacrosse team has tough loss in Essex County Tournament quarterfinals
MAPLEWOOD/SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — The sixth-seeded Columbia High School girls lacrosse team dropped a tough 11-10…
Seton Hall Prep baseball advances to Greater Newark Tournament final
WEST ORANGE, NJ — The Seton Hall Prep baseball team won three games last week to…
